Uhm VI wasn't medieval, there was definitely technology, in fact MAGItechnology. But that's not the point. I like the medieval theme sometimes, and sometimes the futuristic thing. But hey, they're all fantasy so whatever.Originally Posted by Destai
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There are a good number with the 'modern' theme. I'm playing Arc the Lad: Twilight of Spirits as we speak, and it's a modern one. I personally dont find VII too dark, save for the parts in Midgar. Offhand I cant think of many, but there have been more with modern themes.
I edit my post to include one of your quotes, and by the time I get back the thread, you had already posted again.
I understand what you're saying about the atmosphere of FF7. It has a bunch of different themes mixed into one (including general sci-fi, with a little bit of a post-apocalyptic feel in some situations), and it makes it somewhat unique. I would also have to say that any futuristic setting is a good contrast to the medievil worlds typically found in RPGs (though, I'd like to point out that futuristic, or at least "modern" backdrops seem to prevalent in RPGs of recent years).
However, I don't think it's any more unique then, say, FF8, with the military theme and a world revolving around war. Also, I would hardly label FF6 as your standard swords n' shields adventure either. It had many different elements in its story and setting that held it above the norm. Although some of the town maps would lead you to believe otherwise, FFVI was more sci-fi than anything, what with Magitek technology and what have you.
EDIT: And now there's two posts between that and this one. You guys are fast today.
FFVI makes me think Industrial revolution.
Yeah, it's most certainly that sort of era.
I may have been harsh to a point, to which I apologise, blame work. My point was that so many people ignore this games pro's simply because too many other people acknowledge them. Whether or not it is a fanboy magnet that should not be allowed to cloud your judgement on the game, you become a sheep to your hate & lose your own power of judgement.
This game is in my top 3 FF's VI was my first & I hold it dear in my heart but FVII when I bought it in 1997 simply blew me away, it may also hold sentemental value as it reminds me of a time when everything around me was golden, and for that, it remains golden.
As Seph wisely said, this is subjective and will never be an argument that can be won or lost. My intentions were not to insult, just to tell it from my eyes.
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About the Industrial Revolution thing:
I get that vibe as well, along with a general revolution feel in many aspects. Consider the changes the state of the world goes through during the course of the game.
And believe me, you have done a far better job at keeping your cool than many people, and you've done a good job by pointing out that you played and enjoyed FFVI prior to playing FFVII. It goes along with what I said about some people genuinely liking it better while still having played the rest of the series.I may have been harsh to a point, to which I apologise, blame work. My point was that so many people ignore this games pro's simply because too many other people acknowledge them. Whether or not it is a fanboy magnet that should not be allowed to cloud your judgement on the game, you become a sheep to your hate & lose your own power of judgement.
This game is in my top 3 FF's VI was my first & I hold it dear in my heart but FVII when I bought it in 1997 simply blew me away, it may also hold sentemental value as it reminds me of a time when everything around me was golden, and for that, it remains golden.
Last edited by Sepho; 02-10-2005 at 09:48 PM.
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This is true, but I dont see anyone ignoring the games pros in this thread. Anyone who has said that VII isnt their favorite has also said that it isnt a horrid game, and some have even listed reasons why.
And dont worry about being insulting, it happens to the best of us <3
"The greatest game ever," is just a title given to the game by some crazed reviewer to hype up media on it. I found many things about it that were superb, and many things I didn't like. Quite frankly, I see FFVI as a much better game than VII in many aspects, but that's just my opinion.
We should all gather around the bonfire and toast marshmallows instead. Everyone loves marshmallows.
kay! Party at my trailer! xD
Nonsense.
I willn't eat marshmallows lest they be enveloped in chocolat and crackers de graham. OOOOOooooohhhhh. Now I'm mad
If I bring those, will you join?
If so, everyone head over to TheAbominatrix's trailer.
TotallyIf I bring those, will you join?
If so, everyone head over to TheAbominatrix's trailer.
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Abominatrix, we're headin' over.
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