When it comes to bash-type games, Virtua Quest is an all right choice. The combo system isn’t overly complex, the list of moves and skills fit the character and the stages, and there are enough secrets and extras for stage replay. Unfortunately, the game suffers some minor draw backs. The voice acting is some what annoying, the find-the-key parts of the stages are more tiresome than enjoyable, and the camera is cumbersome.

The story follows Sei, a spiky-haired kid that is given a one-of-a-kind digital glove of immense power. Whenever he enters the digital world, the glove allows him to access to the skills of the legendary Virtua Fighters. Thus he must go on a quest to fight a secret evil organization and stop their plan of mass destruction and global domination. Unfortunately this is not an original plotline; this is very disappointing especially from creators of Jet Grind Radio and Sonic the Hedgehog.

Game play though, is smooth and precise. Even though the camera causes some problems with view and mobility, the controls work magically. The combo system is simple and the list of special moves from the Virtua Fighters makes the game more interesting. The music, however, is immaculate. During battles the music becomes intense and compliments the ensuing fight. When the fight is over, the music becomes ambient allowing an ease to take over so one may have a clearer mind to solve the puzzles. And if that was not reason enough to enjoy the soundtrack, all of the songs are very catchy and constantly invade ones mind.

In the end, this is not the greatest game in the world. However, it is fun to play in moderation and its headaches are not always an issue. If you like playing bashing action games, this is a good choice. If not, avoid it like the plague and just find its soundtrack.

Pros: Great music, simple combat system, interesting enemies.
Cons: Poor camera, poor voice acting, annoying puzzles.