Sorry, been a little absent with new, news updates but even though this is still a few days late fans would not have missed it
The release of Final Fantasy XIII (13) on the PS3 and Xbox 360 long awaited and ever delayed, alas no PC release
The game is a lot more linear then other titles in the series, my opinion similar to Crisis Core on the PSP (only one I have played). The story, as always is the massive strong point in this game, juxtaposed with the stunning cinematics and down right out of this world location, will not disappoint hardcore fan boys of the series. Characters have that almost human feel, even with those funky hair styles and classic Japanese resolve.
Your direction is always clean, and the path directs you in this way removing the illusion of a free roam game and directing the player to the mark destination followed by a cut scene, Final Fantasy Production 101. The sets do change and new locations are always as imaginative and well thought out as the previous, giving the player some interest in where they actually are. There is however a massive open area further into the game, this has been dubbed the ‘grind zone’ as you’ll do most of your quest and farming here, also id you want to max out your characters this will be the number one stop.
Character development give you a ton of freedom, though characters have their specific roles in battle, the way in which you upgrade them to assist in their role is up to you. But as you near the end game it all opens up allowing you to give anyone, any job you want. Alongside is the similar gear crafting system, allowing for some tough decisions whilst you try to perfect your characters.
The combat system starts off slow, introducing each element as you go along, then you’ll gain access to the complete system. This way it allows players to get a grasp of the complex battling system that is in place, although you can ‘auto-battle’ your way through, which applies a set of techniques to your characters this will get old quick. There’s nothing like the thrill of taking down an almost invincible opponent the precise, strategic battle moves. The visuals I’ll let you see for yourself, its classic Final Fantasy moves… Amazing.
This game will divide players, those with short attention spans, that love the action quick and fast, beware. This is a game that takes its time to get to the good stuff, like any classic RPG game. Put in the hours to get there and you will be engulfed in a world of bizarre magic and wonder.
Final Fantasy Review – gametrailers.com
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