@eternalcube Well I do think both games are overrated as hell, didn't age that well and the nostalgia surrounding them is very strong (OoT 3D fixed a lot of problems, mind you), and even then there's fun to be had in them
@eternalcube Context is everything and for a lot of people this game was their first exposure to both Final Fantasy and RPG's in general, nevermind being one of the earliest 3D games making extensive use of FMVs to tell its story. The equivalent on Nintendo would be playing Ocarina of time, as both games were staples of their respective consoles. Obviously it hasn't aged well graphics wise, even the story seems pretty average compared to other entries in the same franchise (especially VI) but it is an important part of gaming history that simply doesn't hold the same impact playing for the first time in 2019 as oppossed to having played it back in 1997
Finally a staple of the PS1 era arrives to a Nintendo console, pretty crazy to think this day would come. While it isn't my favorite of the franchise (I find VI, IX and X vastly superior in terms of story and gameplay mechanics, I sure love the sphere grid system) it's still worth to play it to experience one of the most iconic games ever
@kingbk As long as it isn't the godawful Chrono Trigger PC version, I don't get why they don't remaster the DS version when it's the best. As for KH having the HD Remixes would be great, 2.8 and III would require a lot more work given the techinal limitations
The MP trilogy is certainly great news so they can introduce these games to a new audience and it's been so long is perfect to revisit them now that who knows when will 4 release, hopefully they include new features As for P5 it was a matter of time after so much speculation and supposed leaks, with Joker arriving on april to Smash I expect an announcement, probably being that P5S Atlus teased earlier this day
Basically the same situation as on Ps Vita a few years ago, which is really underwhelming considering Switch has much larger capacity cartridges. Well as I already played these on my Vita it's a huge pass for now, better wait for XII
@sandman89 It really depends but I'd say either IV or VI are a good place to start as the stories and characters are pretty engaging, especially the latter. Keep in mind that all the games up to X-2 use a traditional turn based combat system with some unique elements and tweaks depending of the games like the sphere grid, the materia system, job classes and such, XII and XIII trilogy use a more MMORPG ish style as they aren't turn based and XV is completely an ARPG in the same vein as KH. The first three games are rather symplistic with an old school design, so unless you really want to experience the beginnings of the franchise you can skip to the more fleshed out experiencies IV-X have to offer. And don't worry because each entry is independient story wise (with the exception of X-2 and both XIII sequels
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Re: Review: Final Fantasy VII - A Timeless RPG Classic That's Nonetheless Beginning To Show Its Age
@eternalcube Well I do think both games are overrated as hell, didn't age that well and the nostalgia surrounding them is very strong (OoT 3D fixed a lot of problems, mind you), and even then there's fun to be had in them
Re: Review: Final Fantasy VII - A Timeless RPG Classic That's Beginning To Show Its Age
@eternalcube Context is everything and for a lot of people this game was their first exposure to both Final Fantasy and RPG's in general, nevermind being one of the earliest 3D games making extensive use of FMVs to tell its story. The equivalent on Nintendo would be playing Ocarina of time, as both games were staples of their respective consoles. Obviously it hasn't aged well graphics wise, even the story seems pretty average compared to other entries in the same franchise (especially VI) but it is an important part of gaming history that simply doesn't hold the same impact playing for the first time in 2019 as oppossed to having played it back in 1997
Re: Review: Final Fantasy VII - A Timeless RPG Classic That's Beginning To Show Its Age
Finally a staple of the PS1 era arrives to a Nintendo console, pretty crazy to think this day would come. While it isn't my favorite of the franchise (I find VI, IX and X vastly superior in terms of story and gameplay mechanics, I sure love the sphere grid system) it's still worth to play it to experience one of the most iconic games ever
Re: Review: Final Fantasy VII - A Timeless RPG Classic That's Beginning To Show Its Age
@kingbk As long as it isn't the godawful Chrono Trigger PC version, I don't get why they don't remaster the DS version when it's the best. As for KH having the HD Remixes would be great, 2.8 and III would require a lot more work given the techinal limitations
Re: Rumour: Persona 5, Metroid Prime Trilogy And A Link To The Past Are Switch-Bound According To Best Buy
The MP trilogy is certainly great news so they can introduce these games to a new audience and it's been so long is perfect to revisit them now that who knows when will 4 release, hopefully they include new features As for P5 it was a matter of time after so much speculation and supposed leaks, with Joker arriving on april to Smash I expect an announcement, probably being that P5S Atlus teased earlier this day
Re: Pre-Order Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Or XII From Nintendo UK For A Chance To Win Prizes
Basically the same situation as on Ps Vita a few years ago, which is really underwhelming considering Switch has much larger capacity cartridges. Well as I already played these on my Vita it's a huge pass for now, better wait for XII
Re: Pre-Order Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Or XII From Nintendo UK For A Chance To Win Prizes
@sandman89 It really depends but I'd say either IV or VI are a good place to start as the stories and characters are pretty engaging, especially the latter. Keep in mind that all the games up to X-2 use a traditional turn based combat system with some unique elements and tweaks depending of the games like the sphere grid, the materia system, job classes and such, XII and XIII trilogy use a more MMORPG ish style as they aren't turn based and XV is completely an ARPG in the same vein as KH. The first three games are rather symplistic with an old school design, so unless you really want to experience the beginnings of the franchise you can skip to the more fleshed out experiencies IV-X have to offer. And don't worry because each entry is independient story wise (with the exception of X-2 and both XIII sequels