Well, I've grown frustrated.
I've updated my laptop to a point where final fantasy VII should work without a problem, but when I start the game up (no matter what point, I've tried with different save games), once I enter a battle, go to the menu, or leave/enter a room, the game crashes. I've checked with the support site and I've gotten all needed downloads that said would help...but I'm thinking it might be my laptop. Anyone here have a similar problem and have a good solution?