This comic speaks to me in so many ways.
UPDATE: Even better.
I may be exposing myself as a gaming heretic right now, but until today the most Final Fantasy I’ve ever played has been about 15 minutes of Final Fantasy VII – and that was 15 minutes too long. In my world turn-based battle systems are sheer torture that do not, in any way, shape, or form, constitute anything even remotely resembling fun. Yes, I suck very badly at anything involving turn-based battle, but it’s a part of myself that I’ve come to terms with, so don’t judge me.
Today I thought I’d give the franchise another go because I saw the preview for Final Fantasy XIV and was then looking at Final Fantasy XIII and thought, “I really should give the franchise at least one more try.” I was sold, albeit cautiously, when I learned that Final Fantasy XII is barely turn-based at all. And it was only $12 at Gamestop so I could hardly pass it up.
So far it’s a decent game and the graphics are great. Don’t get me wrong, if I had any input into these things I wouldn’t rate it anywhere near, say, Ico or Shadow of the Colossus, both games with absolutely beautiful graphics and great game play.
I have to say I just don’t see what is so great about the Final Fantasy franchise. I get that for many people it’s pretty much the be-all and end-all of video gaming, but I just don’t see it. I am willing to change my mind, however, as a review I read regarding FFXII mentioned that it took a few hours to really get going. I’m cautiously optimistic that I will eventually grow to like the series for more than just the pretty graphics (I’ve never been a fan of the game play but I’ve always thought the graphics looked outstanding). Thankfully, to help me out a friend of mine who is planning on getting the Japanese version of FFXIII (gotta love being in the same region as Japan on the PS3) when it comes out in December is going to give me a heads up on what I can expect when it hits the US next year, so I can decide whether I want to give it a try or not.
Any thoughts? I know there are a lot of FF faithful out there, but I’m sure, likewise, there are others like me who just don’t get what all the hype is about. I’m willing to listen to both sides.
Anybody who loves gaming is bound to enjoy at least one of these pumpkins. I love gamers who are passionate about gaming:)
Just for all you Fallout folks I found this to be incredibly amusing. I know you probably won’t believe me, but I found it hilarious and I’m almost positive you will to (unless my sense of humor is just way off, in which case, I’m terribly, terribly sorry).
Look very closely at the image below (ignore my amateur photoshop job) and tell me you don’t recognize that picture. I made that as an alternate banner before I started playing the first Fallout. I’m not lying, I swear. Click for larger size if you need to.
