Most underrated FF

[Ted Zanarukando]

I think Final Fantasy X-2 is the most underrated Final Fantasy ever. It has been very widely despised and criticised by conservative RPG connoisseurs, and singled out for criticism. The gameplay and battle system were overlooked, and feminist fangirls were complaining about T&A content. I really like the Final Fantasy X-2 soundtrack, which many despise. Final Fantasy X-2 was scored by Noriko Matsueda and Takahito Eguchi, the same composers who scored The Bouncer. Hitoshi Sakimoto, who has scored Final Fantasy Tactics and Final Fantasy XII, is nothing like those two video game musicians. Some of the tracks resemble the style of Pat Metheny Group. Final Fantasy X-2 soundtrack also has some catchy rhythms.

[LocoColt04]

I voted FFIII. Not because I'm oldskool and you're newskool and I wanted to get on your nerves. To be completely honest with you, FFX-2 would be my second choice. You've made a post full of entirely legitimate points, but I think you might have skipped over the most important point of all...

FFX-2 is a sequel. As such, they even MARKETED it as being a fun, lighthearted game. Why on earth would anyone judge it as something else? No, it's not in-depth, and no, it's not complex. It is, however, ridiculously fun. I'll admit it. I've played it. THREE TIMES. Yes, me, and you all know how I am when it comes to games. I'll finish anything once, but won't give it a second look if it's not good. FFX-2 was, for the lack of a better term, different. I think people were looking for something that really dove into the story of FFX, cutting into the relationship between Tidus and Yuna, and ended up disappointed because it wasn't quite what they expected.

But enough about FFX-2. I'd like to talk about FFIII.


...introduction of the job system, anyone? A lot of people seem to think that just because it was on the NES, it just can't live up to the FF name. Those are the same people who seem to forget that the FF series premiered with FFI on the NES.

You might be wondering why FFII wasn't my choice instead, right? Well, that's simple. FFII isn't underrated... it's almost an entirely separate game, and it doesn't have any sort of a following, simply because it's not as good. It also lacked a story, and the gameplay was completely upsidedown compared to what people would expect from the series. That said, let's get back to the point.

FFIII was easily the best of the NES titles, but a lot of people just can't see that. It had a story that was actually worth playing for, it had an excellent job system, it had a decent level of difficulty (which might actually be why it's underrated), and it was enjoyable. Quite enjoyable, if you ask me. In fact, ask anyone who's played it completely through. Just about anyone would say the same.


Of course, I'm not entirely blind to the truth. FFIII was technically never released internationally, so it really hasn't even had its chance to be "underrated" yet. Many, many people have played translated ROMs, but only people in Japan (and anyone with an imported copy) have truly experienced the game. Still, it was underrated even there... it might have been because of the timing. Nintendo's SNES was right around the corner. People needed to save their money, you know.

[Ted Zanarukando]

According to RPGFan and RPGamer, Final Fantasy III will be converted to new school when it comes to Nintendo DS. It is my favorite NES title ever. The Final Fantasy III ROM was translated back in 1999. Those who understand Japanese outside Japan have also truly experienced the game. The job system, introduced in Final Fantasy III, is also in Final Fantasy V and X-2.

I voted X-2, LocoColt04 basically summarised my feelings on this issue.

FF9 for me

In my eyes, FF9 is the most under-rated game because it was part of the PSX generation of FF's which in my eyes is the best. FF7 was obviously the ground breaking one which is still the most popular today, and FF8 in my eyes was the best game in the series and again in my eyes had characters easy to relate to. FF9 always seemed a little less "commercial", maybe not the right word to use but FF9 was good in many different ways, personally it didnt have the appeal of 7 or the story of 8 (still referring to the PSX generation here) but it was still a damn fine game. Also with it being the last of the PSX generation, FFX was the next generation and with it doing so well, FF9 was quickly overshadowed.

Viva la nueve!!!

[Chu Chulain]

Originally Posted by deathgrave

Also with it being the last of the PSX generation, FFX was the next generation and with it doing so well, FF9 was quickly overshadowed.

Hardly!! don't know what podunk hole you crawled out of but not only can those games still be played on a PS2, outruling the idea that PS2 rpgs are to be flatly considered "next generation", but the medieval genre is what fantasy/rpg fanatics are drawn towards which X barely gave a hint of attention to in the game.

I take Lococolt's word that FFIII is underrated but you said it yourself, it hasn't had it's chance to be "underrated" because of it's availability.

But i voted for IV cause it was the first FF i played and it's pretty original but simple when compared to VI on up. but not as simple as V or II on down so it's much like a milestone in FF series imo..

[Sir Kenneth]

Originally Posted by Chu Chulain

Hardly!! don't know what podunk hole you crawled out of but not only can those games still be played on a PS2, outruling the idea that PS2 rpgs are to be flatly considered "next generation", but the medieval genre is what fantasy/rpg fanatics are drawn towards which X barely gave a hint of attention to in the game.

Well, it's not a matter of not being able to play it on PS2, which you can and which deathgrave never said you couldn't. It is more a question of Final Fantasy IX not getting the same amount of media attention as VII and VIII because of the shiney new Playstation 2. The PS2 naturally also lead to very few new fans picking this game up because they'd much rather spend their money on a new flashy Playstation 2 game.

So I'd say that deathgrave is right to some extent atleast. Compared to the attention that game deserved, it is extremely underrated.

Originally Posted by LocoColt04

FFX-2 is a sequel. As such, they even MARKETED it as being a fun, lighthearted game. Why on earth would anyone judge it as something else? No, it's not in-depth, and no, it's not complex. It is, however, ridiculously fun. I'll admit it. I've played it. THREE TIMES.

Saying that FF X-2 is fun and lighthearted is only a half truth. Maybe for the first 2 chapters where you are just travelling around Spira, trying to beat Leblanc and her goons, but in the latter chapters it definately has the depth and seriousness to challenge other games in the series (while still retaining a fun edge with a couple of somewhat lighthearted missions and a concert)

definatly ffx-2 cus it was plain sissy

i said 5 because you never hear people talk about it much, but its a really good game.

[Ted Zanarukando]

Final Fantasy V was an obscure Final Fantasy until the current console generation era. That was because it was originally marketed exclusively in Japan on the Super Famicom (or SNES). Final Fantasy II and III were also obscure, and III is the most obscure of all Final Fantasy games. In my eyes, and the eyes of the majority of fans, Final Fantasy X-2 is the most underrated of all Final Fantasy games and it is my second favorite game ever. Final Fantasy IV is my first Final Fantasy game ever. I did not play any Final Fantasy games besides IV until 2000. All Final Fantasy games are really very good games in my eyes, even my least favorite Final Fantasy, i.e. Final Fantasy IIj.

Originally Posted by Armorcore

definatly ffx-2 cus it was plain sissy

What justifies that remark, Armorcore?

[sephirothvsyuna]

Originally Posted by Braska Spira

I think Final Fantasy X-2 is the most underrated Final Fantasy ever. It has been very widely despised and criticised by conservative RPG connoisseurs, and singled out for criticism. The gameplay and battle system were overlooked, and feminist fangirls were complaining about T&A content. I really like the Final Fantasy X-2 soundtrack, which many despise. Final Fantasy X-2 was scored by Noriko Matsueda and Takahito Eguchi, the same composers who scored The Bouncer. Hitoshi Sakimoto, who has scored Final Fantasy Tactics and Final Fantasy XII, is nothing like those two video game musicians. Some of the tracks resemble the style of Pat Metheny Group. Final Fantasy X-2 soundtrack also has some catchy rhythms.

Amen.... Took the words right out of my mouth.

[Ted Zanarukando]

That means that you have the same words as I in this case.