Its hard to say which I prefer.

IX is an awesome throwback to the old series, great nostalgia, etc. My main two issues with IX are battle scene loading times, and the foolish abilities you have to learn. As well, I found the story kind of silly at times, but overall great. Other than that, excellent game.

XII is good, however to me it doesn't feel quite like an FF in the traditional sense, as I prefer a turn style, with my guys on one side, and the enemies on the other. Plus, I do not like the summons or quickenings, although I didn't really give them a chance. Although I must admit, while playing through for a second time, I realize you get through battles quickly where you don't have to wait for loading times. Perhaps I'll give the quickenings and summons a chance this time around

And I do like the "seriousness" of FFXII. In a way its kinda bad-a$$.

Not trying to bash either, just weighing out the pros and cons. My intent is not to get a response from the "pro-progression in Final Fantasy movement".

At the end of all that, I pick neither .