PlayStation 3

I want to buy one, but which is the better game? I've completed 7, beat the weapons, I've completed 4, currently playing through 5. I've heard good things about both, but which one is better.
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IMHO 8>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>9
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They are very different. FFVIII's plot is more or less a train wreck, but it doesnt stop the game from being an enjoyable experience. The characters also tend to lack depth and common sense, but if that doesnt bother you, you'll still enjoy them.

FFIX, by contrast, has extremely good character development and a much more cohesive plot and setting. Unfortunately, it really loses direction about halfway through and never quite recovers. That being said, it is still an incredibly charming game.



They're just so different from one another. I'd say go for FFVIII if you're a fan of "it's fantasy, so anything can happen" type stories, and you like cheesy romances. Otherwise go with FFIX.
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Go with 9. 8 sucks.
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docholliday504 posted...

Bearpowers posted...

8 has better story, atmosphere, and delectably a better combat system.

FF9 has a feeling more akin to FF7 but lacks the class system that gave those games a good deal of their charm.

8 also has the best music out of any FF game.

??? 9 has defined classes for every character. That was largely the appeal for traditional FF fans (especially fans of FFIV)

Agree 8 has a better story (Despite the cappy antagonist) but I think 9 is the better game.

Defineable classes are charmless.

Changeable classes are what people need.