in my opinion ff13 is a serious disappointment not just as a final fantasy game, but a rpg as well. it’s missing almost everything from the rpg template. it feels more like streets of rage/final fight with phantasy star online bosses.
it’s the first game in the main series i couldn’t bring myself to purchasing. i need to feel like im a part of the game’s world and not just going through the motions. the characters lack depth, there’s no motivation to save it’s world, no diversity in the gameplay, no puzzles, mini games, secret weapons/items/areas/bosses/eidolons ect. it’s just extremely streamlined to try to lure in as many non-rpg gamers as possible. it was designed and cut(the extra content) just for them and to fit on 3dvds.
if you like the game, that’s perfectly fine. we all have our own taste. if you’re in the same boat with me though; don’t let it get to you. why? if you don’t already know about it, check these links out:
Wow, I didn’t know FF13 was that bad. I was actually thinking about eventually getting it. However, I was more intrigued by this game because it seems more unique, and not just ANOTHER jrpg.
I was epecting a reason as to why RoF is awesome but instead I’m given a couple of paragraphs on how FFXIII has disappointed you and a couple of videos. Not a good way to present a case as to why
Not to mention you bring up issues like lacking the RPG template, FFXIII’s characters lacking depth (ironically, Tri-Ace (I think they did RoF) have not exactlyl been even decent in this department) and all that…
Sounds like bringing up a fight. Without a tiny little disclaimer just before the vids saying OPINIONLOL.
But I shall click on the videos. Eventually. ANd hopefully see whatever it is that’s supposed to convince me. Or something. I dunno.
Lane. Don’t just put off FFXIII because it isn’t traditional. Square Enix is the one that made traditional RPGs traditional, anyways; if anyone should re-invent the wheel, then it should be them. Many of us think the game is fantastic. There is plenty reason to save the world…that’s what the whole damn game is about. One of the better stories in a FF IMO (and I’ve played them all). The game is VERY streamlined though. Not much extra other than 64 Mark Missions and Chocobo Digging.
Aside from story/dialogue issues, I think FF13 is a really good game. It’s maybe only 70% of what it COULD have been, given it’s production value, but it’s still really solid.
I agree with King9999. If you’re trying to advocate RoF, why start off by advocating against FF13?
