FINAL FANTASY II

Final Fantasy II is one of those weird cases where I think it's criticized a little too heavily by those who have played it, despite me also finding most of those criticisms to be entirely valid. It's admirably ambitious for its era, but in turn it's also overly ambitious. The biggest thing here is the "adaptive" leveling system, ala a very proto-Skyrim; it's an interesting step to take in the second installment, and I'd even like to see it return, if not later in the series, then at least in another Square title in the future. But it's implemented in a way that leads to tedium instead of overall enjoyment. I love the idea of my party basically being blank slates with no pre-established class or advantages, so I can really shape them to be however I want. I adored having Guy be my bare-handed brawler; I loved treating whoever my 4th party member was for the moment as a dual-wielding madman. I didn't love getting there. It's expansive, while being limiting, the pixel remaster removed the having to attack yourself to near death to be able to increase HP, a QoL update that was sorely needed, but in terms of leveling up weaponry I can't say the same. It takes forever to level up a weap…

Stepping just a bit too much to the left when you leave your first city WILL get you obliterated

For many Final Fantasy fans, Final Fantasy II is often described as the worst game the franchise has to offer. I think this opinion is valid, as the game is infamous for its bad dungeon design, grindy mechanics, and overall painful experience. For me, though, I see Final Fantasy II as a game that grows on you the more time you dedicate to it. You might not like it at first, but the more you explore how certain stats, spells, and weapons excel over others, the more you find yourself genuinely enjoying the game. I won't deny that the mechanics are flawed, but they really suit the tragedy that dominates the game's plot. I wouldn't recommend Final Fantasy II as a starting point for a series beginner, but it is definitely a game that shouldn't be skipped or ignored.

Game is interesting but not a fan. Don't forget to get the blood sword it's a must

elden ring 1988

♥♥♥♥ this game and its leveling-up system. I want my one hour back. I don't know who at Square thought this was a good idea, but I want them banned from making games for the rest of eternity. ♥♥♥♥ this game. ♥♥♥♥ the leveling system. And ♥♥♥♥ whoever came up with it.