I'll just say a few things so I don't spoil it or over-hype -

1. The opening cut-scene was like watching Star Wars and Lord of the Rings -

2. The Voices are actually good.

3. Contrary to my bias pre-judgement, Vaan is pretty awesome. I was somewhat initially turned off by his voice, and that it wasn't as cool, as say, a particular captain, but it fits him and resembles speech patterns of Ryo Hazuki.

4. The story is compelling.

5. The areas are vast.

6. It looks and plays nicely.

7. THE BATTLE SYSTEM is Interesting, It keeps the ATB without....having the ATB....It's more like Phantasy Star Online....but with an ATB bar, this can work to an advantage to actually control your character to dodge attacks. Or seek cover while your bar reloads.

8. THE MUSIC- Sadly, Uematsu only did one track for this game as he's signed off as the Music Composer for FF, but the new person...which I don't know their name yet is good, because he/she incorporates Uematsu's elements along with some new elements, sometimes ranging into asian-esque tunes, to mostly vast symphonic epic orchestral goodness. So I was impressed there.

9. Let me make another point again about the VOICES. This is a BIG part that reminds you if you're playing a video game....or involved in an immersive stories. So far, They're very good. I'm not sure how 10's was since I haven't gone through that though, but I do know I favor the Japanese voice of Tidus over the American.

10. It's colorful!!