I still cant decide which is my favorite. I love them all but thers a fine line between VII & VIII. I will admit that VII was the first in the series that I played But you cant lable people on which one they played first. although I do agree to some extent that the first game you play and enjoy will probebly end up being your favorite. but thats not why I like FF VII & VIII. It's because in my opinion they have the best of it all. Best characters, Best music and story lines. I really get atached to Squall 'N' The gang or cloud 'N' His peeps every time I play. thats why VII & VIII are my favorites