If you're just getting into gaming now, you'll probably dislike the older titles because they can't stand up to the graphics of games released today. But, if PS1 3D graphics don't bother you, and you like 2D graphics, then definitely play FFVI and FFIX. Those are my two favorites, and definitely have awesome stories. They're more fantasy based than some of the others, too. If you're looking for a more modern-esque game, go for FFVII. It's dark, gritty, and has horrible graphics on the surface. But if you can get past that, you'll realize that it's an incredible game. Avoid FFVIII, IMO. And if you're obsessed with pretty graphics over gameplay and story ( ) then go with FFX.