//THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF//

====== SKIES OF ARCADIA ====== 
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High above the clouds a cast of quirky characters embarks on a swashbuckling journey that will have them discovering treasure, and maybe even saving the world. Multiple battle types, and an exciting soundtrack help this entry carve its own path in genre that has many great releases.

====== RELEASES ======

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==== DREAMCAST - 2000 ====

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|**PROS:** | - VMU mini game [Pinta's Quest] :!: \\ - Farther texture draw distance and other minor background details |
|**CONS:** | - Missing additional content\\ - Slightly longer load times |
|**NOTES:** | - Battle skip glitch |
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==== GAMECUBE [LEGENDS] - 2003 ====

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|**PROS:** | - Wanted List & Moon Fish sidequests :!:\\ - Slightly faster load times :!:\\ - Additional "discoveries" \\ - Higher polycount models\\ - Reduced encounter rate\\ - Higher EXP gains|
|**CONS:** | - Lower quality audio :!:|
|**NOTES:** | - DC exclusive VMU features were replaced with in game mechanics|
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====== NOTABLE DIFFERENCES ======

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==== DREAMCAST VMU ====

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Example of VMU used to view your current chain.[([[https://www.sega-dreamcast.com/specials/Dreamcast_VMU-MiniGames-Apps.htm]])] [([[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E42U4NZLCu4]])]
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==== AUDIO COMPARISON ====

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The compressed audio can be a bit jarring when heard back to back, but might not be as noticeable when simply playing the game.
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====== DEFINITIVE VERSION ======

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++++ CLICK HERE TO REVEAL THE DEFINITIVE VERSION |

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For now the Gamecube takes the crown of the Definitive Version of Skies of Arcadia. The additional content is what really pushes it over the edge. The fan base is often torn over these two often preferring whichever version they played first. Luckily there appears to be a rumored remaster in the works that will hopefully unite both camps. 

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====== SUPPLEMENTAL ======

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==== VIDEOS ====

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==== CODES & GUIDES ====

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[[https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/gamecube/537506-skies-of-arcadia-legends/faqs/55814|Skies of Arcadia Legends Guide]]

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