Final Fantasy VII will always be remembered as one of the best RPG's in video game history.  

What did I like about this game?

• Amazing graphics
• Extensive amounts of maneuverability throughout the game
• The amazing story with its many plot twists
• The heroes and villains

FFVII offers an immense world to explore, believable enemies, and lovable heroes.  

Battles progress in the traditional RPG way (ATB - active time battle).  Characters have a limit break (allowing for a special attack) when the limit gauge is full.  Of course, you can use magic, regular attacks (different depending on which weapon is equipped to which character) or attempt an escape.

Characters in FFVII are equipped with materia (orbs inserted into slots in weapons or armor), allowing the use of special abilities.

It is safe to say that almost every RPG fan has spent over 30 hours playing FFVII.  Despite the fact that the main character is male (Cloud Strife), the story is so intriguing you won't mind running around as a spiky headed guy.

What about the female characters?

There are really two main female characters in the game: Aeris and Tifa.  Both characters are portrayed well (although Tifa almost looks like Laura Croft in a way).  Minor flaws in female representation can be overlooked though because the game is so incredible.  Any flaws are subtle, at most. 

What did I NOT like about this game? 

There aren't any bad things about this game worth noting. 

Sephiroth is by far the most tortured villain yet.  How can you not love those green eyes?!

If you haven't played this game yet, what are you waiting for?!  Go buy it now (it's a Greatest Hits edition now - $19.99 - so you can't go wrong).

- M.A.R