New FFXV Details

I've been debating even posting again because my opinions are so polarizing but I think I have to now.

FF1-FF6 each almost perfect with only minor annoyances, overall would not change a thing.

FF7 is and was more of a gimmick. Square only cared about graphics/3D versus actually designing a game that was not only fun to play but engaging. I found FF7 to be boring and mostly cumbersome. I never liked the 3D polygon movement in gaming in the mid/late-90's to early 00's. FF7 doesn't deserve an HD remake, it is a shame that so many people are asking for one over a real HD remake of say FF5 or FF6. It is a shame really because FF5 and FF6 were SO DAMN GOOD. And I'm not talking about a crummy 3D remake like FF3 & FF4 got on the DS. Those are horrendous minus the music and story.

FF8. Thankfully I thought they did us players a good service on FF8 by perfecting the overall polish on a solid game engine followed by a really good story. I also enjoyed the different-than-normal magic system because it was something that was completely unique. The music was better than FF7, graphics were better, I cared much more for the characters, and on top of it all I have more fun playing FF8 versus FF7. The irony is the FF7 remake for the NES seems to be much more fun versus the PSX release. FF8, wow what a great story and excellent gameplay. My only complaint with this is the battles are all too damned easy. Triple Triad alone is worth buying the game for.

FF9 while has a great engine, really REALLY good music, and is good enough on the graphics I actually got sort of bored. I still to this day haven't managed to get past the first disc because I get bored to death.

FF10/10-2 is horrible. I hate almost everything about them except for some of the music. Thankfully...

...FF12 fixed all the issues I thought FF10 had and made a truly brilliant game. How no one can enjoy FF12 is beyond me. I still play and beat this game about once a year, my only complaint is I wish the International Version was released in North America with the new content.

FF13 blows, plain and simple. I don't even consider it a Final Fantasy game. Final Fantasy died with 6, got resurrected with FF12 then died again promptly afterwards. FF13 is an insult to adults and jRPG lovers alike. Too dumbed down and aimed for the wrong audience (younger audiences).

FF15 is setting up to be worse than FF13 in every category that matters. Who cares if the graphics are good, graphics are meaningless. I would play any of the Final Fantasy games after FF3j using NES graphics and sound and I would be perfectly happy. I just don't understand why companies have to change a winning formula. I believe half the issue is loss of personnel and the average age/attention span of gamers has been both significantly reduced.

Please understand I am not being derogatory or addressing anyone in particular. These are just my opinions. Cheers mates.