Again, giving this a 6 (while I get scoring is subjective) is a real shame. This is a top tier fps, and even with its age, is worth playing than most fps today, imho. I’d say a strong 8/10 on a bad day.
@knowles2 Exactly right! 6-9 was such an amazing stretch. 16 brought me hope for future, even if it didn’t reach this stretch. Just wish the battle system was better
While I’m on board, and know what was said, I feel like this was planned. Yes, it’s a good idea to make a game that feels complete without it…but how many AAA games nowadays get zero dlc.
That said-thank you for not having to buy dlc to get story that should have been included in the first place.
Love the first 9 games. The rest of the series has been mid for me, at best. A few hours into 16, and I’m enjoying it quite a bit, despite not really caring for the battle engine. Anyways, , I’m optimistic this could rise through the ranks!
Final Fantasy has always had great graphics, so I’m not surprised. However, I am looking forward to hearing about whether they gave it a decent story or battle engine this time.
Well, of course. But this is obvious, and really doesn’t give anyone new information. Game sales isn’t the important figure it once was. With f2p games, dlc, etc, it’s just not as important.
You need to look at profit for a game. I’m not saying this isn’t being hit by gamepass, as it seems it still would be, but they didn’t actually say it. A company would get $ to have their game on gamepass, presumably all upfront (actually I have no idea if that’s how it works).
It would be interesting to get more data on this, though I doubt that will happen.
I like the “leaks”. I mean, of course the chance of them being real are very very tiny. But it’s like reading someone’s wishlist mixed somewhat with expectations. It gets you thinking of all the things that could be announced, and sometimes they remind you of something that was announced and you forgot about. Keep them coming!
It wasn’t the worst E3.. as others have said Nintendo and Microsoft had great presentations. By all means, this should have been the worst one with companies having endured the pandemic and no hardware expected to be shown ( I did not believe Switch pro would be shown, despite the rumors. Nintendo made it clear it was focusing on software, and when was the last time it showed new hardware at e3?)
Well, at least it isn’t set in the XIII universe. Seems like they keep experimenting to find a new battle system that’ll work for them... but all I want is something similar to the snes/ps1 games.
I don’t believe the outage had anything to do with their proprietary memory cards. As the article says, it was only months before release in Japan. And per history, Sony loved using their own proprietary date forms in their cameras (and psp). Heck, even Betamax.
@Playstation yeah, I get it...I just think so many people are making such a big deal about Super Mario 3D All-Stars being delisted. But that’s just me.
This looks promising. And I love Ff7’s story. That said, I think X is where the stories in the games took a turn for the worse and never looked back. I know there are a ton of people who hold that game in high esteem, so I’m expecting hate, but it’s, like, just my opinion, man.
This is probably my favorite FF since 9.... but the snes/ps1 games are so much better imho. Heck, I enjoyed the FF1 twist more than the stories of the “newer” titles. Give me back the engaging stories where I save the world from a demigod...I don’t need the flashy fights.
@RudeAnimat0r stupid question: do you really need to read the walls of text if you’re familiar with these types of games. Time to play games is pretty tight to play games, so I tend to stick to games I can just figure out. “Walls of text” for a tutorial makes me hesitant... though I don’tmind story related text.
Man, so many great possibilities! I would love Chrono Trigger or a classic Final Fantasy title, is done correctly. ... which I guess would mean different things for different people.
Ugh-I’m worried about this. The series has just been mediocre at best (for me) for like 15 years. I’m more excited for SE’s other rpgs coming down the line...the mana games, Project Triangle Stategy, and Bravely Default 2.
I’m not super far into this game, but I’m really enjoying it! Got it on a whim on its sale, and so glad I did. If you’re on the fence, I’d give it a go.
This was one of the strongest Final Fantasy since the 90s, imho. Though I fell for everything 2 things it did right, it did something wrong, or just poorly.
Of course, being around for day 1 or the original release and playing the game countless times... it would probably be hard to live up to my expectations-and if it did, it would pee off others.
I’m going to play this one again-which is more than most modern games. I will probably wait until the next part is about to release though.
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Re: Minecraft Is Dropping PSVR Support Early Next Year
I love playing this in VR.
Re: 25 Years Ago, Square Released the Best Final Fantasy Game
Yes! Fully agree! Though, I tie it with FF6. Anyway, I remember it’s birthday every year!
Re: Mini Review: TimeSplitters: Future Perfect (PS2) - Some Steps Forward, Some Steps Back for Final Entry in Famed Franchise
Again, giving this a 6 (while I get scoring is subjective) is a real shame. This is a top tier fps, and even with its age, is worth playing than most fps today, imho. I’d say a strong 8/10 on a bad day.
Re: TimeSplitters 2 (PS2) – Classic FPS Has Tons of Content, But Hasn't Fully Stood the Test of Time
This is a strong 8 on a bad day.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for August 2024?
Timesplitters 2/FP make up for everything. Highly recommend!
Re: Queen's Blood Confirmed for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Sequel, CCG to Be Expanded
Cool, at least we know we will get to play QB on PS6 even if it’ it’s not backwards compatible.
Re: Poll: One Year Later, What Are Your Thoughts on Final Fantasy 16?
It’s a great game, but an okay FF game, imho. I’d rank it the best since PS1 days though.
Re: Ex-Sony Boss Shawn Layden Explains How to Make Games Faster, Cheaper
This guy gets it. I’ve brought up length and graphics in my arguments before on this topic.
Re: Final Fantasy 9 Remake Is Almost Certainly Real as Another Database Leak Appears
@knowles2 Exactly right! 6-9 was such an amazing stretch. 16 brought me hope for future, even if it didn’t reach this stretch. Just wish the battle system was better
Re: Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters Surpass a Combined 3 Million Sales
@Skeletor85 physical yes, but digital in February
Re: Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters Surpass a Combined 3 Million Sales
@Skeletor85 it has been out years on mobile…but February for PS4 and Switch is accurate.
Re: Fans Vote Clive the Second Best Final Fantasy Protagonist
I vote Squall…but Clive is up there!
Re: Final Fantasy 16 DLC Is Now an Option Being Considered by Square Enix
While I’m on board, and know what was said, I feel like this was planned. Yes, it’s a good idea to make a game that feels complete without it…but how many AAA games nowadays get zero dlc.
That said-thank you for not having to buy dlc to get story that should have been included in the first place.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Final Fantasy 16?
Love the first 9 games. The rest of the series has been mid for me, at best. A few hours into 16, and I’m enjoying it quite a bit, despite not really caring for the battle engine. Anyways, , I’m optimistic this could rise through the ranks!
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Gets an Absolutely Gorgeous Game Informer Cover
Final Fantasy has always had great graphics, so I’m not surprised. However, I am looking forward to hearing about whether they gave it a decent story or battle engine this time.
Re: Best PSP Games
Mega Man Powered Up needs more votes! It definitely deserves to be here!
Re: PS4 Version Helps Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters Sell Two Million Copies
Just getting my last couple trophies on FF IV…. Dang those elusive pink tails!
Re: Mini Review: Final Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster (PS4) - One of the Greatest 2D RPGs of All Time
@CthulhuFhtagn Sephiroth is a cool villain…but Kefka easily wins.
Re: Mini Review: Final Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster (PS4) - One of the Greatest 2D RPGs of All Time
Easily a 10/10 for me. This, along with only a handful of other games, is gaming perfection in my book.
Playing through this again, and it makes me miss turn based RPGs. The story was deep, but not artificially inflated to make it seem deeper.
Re: Final Fantasy 16 on PS5 Will Have a World Map Like in Final Fantasy 10
@SplooshDmg I’m with you completely. Those were the days!
Re: PS5 Has Been Discounted for the First Time Since It Launched Over Two Years Ago
I just picked this bundle yesterday! So excited to play it finally. I’ve never played a GoW game, so interested in giving it a shot
Re: Microsoft Admits Xbox Game Pass Is Harming Software Sales After All
Well, of course. But this is obvious, and really doesn’t give anyone new information. Game sales isn’t the important figure it once was. With f2p games, dlc, etc, it’s just not as important.
You need to look at profit for a game. I’m not saying this isn’t being hit by gamepass, as it seems it still would be, but they didn’t actually say it. A company would get $ to have their game on gamepass, presumably all upfront (actually I have no idea if that’s how it works).
It would be interesting to get more data on this, though I doubt that will happen.
Re: PS Plus June 2022 PS5, PS4 Games Announced
Cool-always wanted to try GoW. And it’s nice to have Nickelodeon All Star Brawl too! Good month!
Re: It Must Be Summer, Because Clearly Fake State of Play Leaks are Spreading on Social Media
I like the “leaks”. I mean, of course the chance of them being real are very very tiny. But it’s like reading someone’s wishlist mixed somewhat with expectations. It gets you thinking of all the things that could be announced, and sometimes they remind you of something that was announced and you forgot about. Keep them coming!
Re: PS5 Action RPG Lies of P Wants to Scratch Your Bloodborne Itch in New Gameplay Trailer
If you’re friends with P, then you’re friends with me.
Re: Review: Diablo 2: Resurrected (PS5) - This 21-Year Belated Console Debut Still Impresses
This is the best game of its type-easily besting Diablo 3.
Re: Poll: Vote For the Best Final Fantasy Game on PlayStation
@DVS Did they sell separately, or just in the complete collection. If they didn’t you’d have to include the story inbetween.
Re: Poll: Vote For the Best Final Fantasy Game on PlayStation
4-9 are all gold, though 6 and 8 are too for me. Unfortunately the ps1 version of 6 is underwhelming-so 8 wins!
Also—unpopular opinion-but 10 is mediocre at best. I do like the battle system though!
Re: Dragon Quest 12 Will Shape the Future of the Series, Says Square Enix Boss
I’ll guess cyberpunk setting with more action oriented battle system. I hope not, but look at what they turned FF into.
Re: Game of the Show: Top 5 PS5, PS4 Games from E3 2021
I’m more interested in 6-10.... but either way some good games should be coming!
Re: Poll: Did E3 2021 Suck?
It wasn’t the worst E3.. as others have said Nintendo and Microsoft had great presentations. By all means, this should have been the worst one with companies having endured the pandemic and no hardware expected to be shown ( I did not believe Switch pro would be shown, despite the rumors. Nintendo made it clear it was focusing on software, and when was the last time it showed new hardware at e3?)
Re: Rumour: Final Fantasy Origin Reveal Set for E3, Working with Team Ninja
Well, at least it isn’t set in the XIII universe. Seems like they keep experimenting to find a new battle system that’ll work for them... but all I want is something similar to the snes/ps1 games.
Re: PS Plus Oversight Is a Bummer for PS3, PS Vita Owners
Couldn’t you just create a new account and purchase them? Not ideal, maybe, but then, what part of this is?
Re: 10 Digital-Only PSP, PS Vita Games to Buy Before the PS Store Closes
This is the article we needed! Thanks!
Re: Ex-Sony Employee Sheds Light on Thinking Behind PS Vita's Proprietary Memory
I don’t believe the outage had anything to do with their proprietary memory cards. As the article says, it was only months before release in Japan. And per history, Sony loved using their own proprietary date forms in their cameras (and psp). Heck, even Betamax.
Re: Around 2,200 Digital Games on the Chopping Block When Sony Closes PS3, PS Vita, PSP Stores
@Playstation yeah, I get it...I just think so many people are making such a big deal about Super Mario 3D All-Stars being delisted. But that’s just me.
Re: Around 2,200 Digital Games on the Chopping Block When Sony Closes PS3, PS Vita, PSP Stores
Don’t tell the Nintendo fans...they are so worried about losing Mario 3D All-Stars...I don’t think they could handle 2200 games leaving...
Re: Final Fantasy Talent's New RPG Astria Ascending Levels Up on PS5, PS4 in 2021
This looks promising. And I love Ff7’s story.
That said, I think X is where the stories in the games took a turn for the worse and never looked back. I know there are a ton of people who hold that game in high esteem, so I’m expecting hate, but it’s, like, just my opinion, man.
Re: PS3, PS Vita, and PSP Online Stores to Close This Summer, Says New Report
Bummer my Vita has become a nice puzzle gaming system for me... it’ll stink not having new stuff. Not surprising though.
Re: Mini Review: Stubbs the Zombie in Rebel Without a Pulse (PS4) - A Truly Bizarre Relic from Gaming’s Past
I enjoyed this game on the original Xbox. I knew it probably wouldn’t hold up completely, but I’m excited to play it again.
Re: Still Brilliant PS2 RPG Final Fantasy XII Is 15 Years Old Today
This is probably my favorite FF since 9.... but the snes/ps1 games are so much better imho. Heck, I enjoyed the FF1 twist more than the stories of the “newer” titles. Give me back the engaging stories where I save the world from a demigod...I don’t need the flashy fights.
Re: Mini Review: Star Renegades (PS4) - Rogue-Lite RPG Is Complex But Compelling
@RudeAnimat0r stupid question: do you really need to read the walls of text if you’re familiar with these types of games. Time to play games is pretty tight to play games, so I tend to stick to games I can just figure out. “Walls of text” for a tutorial makes me hesitant... though I don’tmind story related text.
Re: Mystery Square Enix IP Getting Multiple Remakes
Man, so many great possibilities! I would love Chrono Trigger or a classic Final Fantasy title, is done correctly. ... which I guess would mean different things for different people.
Either way, I’m excited.
Re: So, Square Enix Is Making Another Final Fantasy VII Remake Called Ever Crisis... On Mobile
I’m more excited for this than any Final Fantasy title in over 15 years.
And I’m very hopeful it gets ported to console!
Re: Final Fantasy XVI Is Action-Oriented, Features Story-Focused Mode
Ugh-I’m worried about this. The series has just been mediocre at best (for me) for like 15 years.
I’m more excited for SE’s other rpgs coming down the line...the mana games, Project Triangle Stategy, and Bravely Default 2.
Re: First Immortals Fenyx Rising DLC Listed for Late January Release
I’m not super far into this game, but I’m really enjoying it! Got it on a whim on its sale, and so glad I did. If you’re on the fence, I’d give it a go.
Re: Game of the Year: #2 - Final Fantasy VII Remake
This was one of the strongest Final Fantasy since the 90s, imho. Though I fell for everything 2 things it did right, it did something wrong, or just poorly.
Of course, being around for day 1 or the original release and playing the game countless times... it would probably be hard to live up to my expectations-and if it did, it would pee off others.
I’m going to play this one again-which is more than most modern games. I will probably wait until the next part is about to release though.
Re: Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age (PS4) - One of the Best JRPGs Ever Made Just Got Even Better
I played through on Switch and loved it! Thinking of double dipping to get trophies this time
This is near the very top of my list for near games this generation...Er, last generation?
Re: The Serious Sam Collection Is Out Now on PS4
I’ve always wanted to play these! It looked like fun fast paced action...and since Time Splitters isn’t around, I think I’m gonna pick this up!
Re: Assassin's Creed Valhalla Commits a Trophy Sin on PS5
I prefer them separate 😬😬