by Jay "THE FLEA" Wade
Is Final Fantasy VII the best RPG for the PSX. So far I'd have to say yes. This epic adventure is like no other, The story is so deep and so many plot twists you'll think the story about one thing then it will evolve to another. With FMV (full motion video) that is beautiful to watch, Some of the best I've ever seen. The Battle graphics are done quite well, The Summon animations are mind blowing.
The mapping background design are a masterpiece, in fact every thing in this game looks like nothing ever seen in a RPG. The characters are all unique and pull you into the story. There are even times you get upset or sad watching this story unfold. (I won't give away anything) In the game you collect materia, Magical stones that give you magic powers of all kinds. Including the Summon spells, Those are a must find. There's one summon (knights of the Round) that lasts about 3 minutes as it kills your opponent. There's tons of weapons & armor upgrades and also tons of mini games, from racing on a motorcycle to breading your own Chocobo's.
The biggest challenge are the giant monsters called Weapons. There are a couple that are added as extra's that are only for the most experienced players to even try to defeat. (Believe me they are HARD) The overall mapping in this game is huge, I thought at first it was all in one city then I exited it and saw the whole thing. This is a must have for any Role Player or any one who just want to play a great game.
PUBLISHER: SQUARESOFT
GRAPHICS: 10 SOUND & MUSIC: 10 CONTROL: 10
SECRETS: 10 ORIGINALITY: 10 FUN & REPLAY: 10
OVERALL: 10