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Even better than the Playstation version!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 22, 1998
Author: Amazon User

This is the penultimate gaming experience. It is a favorite for all, especially people who normally don't like RPGs. Everybody loves this game. It is identical to the Playstation version, but with better graphics and less waiting times. Everyone should have this game.

Get this game!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 24, 1998
Author: Amazon User

I'll admit, when I first heard about FF7, I was not really impressed. The game was plastered all over soda boxes and TV, and mega-hyped games often aren't that great. Well, here I am, sucked into this incredible game. Set in an interesting world where future technology clashes with ancient medieval weapons, this is not a simple game. The average gamer will probably spend 50+ hours playing the game. The story of FF7 is probably the greatest I have ever seen in a game, mixing comedy, heart-wrenching tragedy, love and darkest evil. The music is also quite nice, (provided that you have a decent sound card) with songs ranging from the quiet, poignant "Aeris' Theme" to the powerful rock of "Jenova Absolute" and "One Winged Angel." The sound effects could be better, and in some cases are really bad: I summoned Bahamut, the dragon lord when I first got the materia for it, and the big majestic dragon sounded like it was passing gas when it roared. The magic system of FF7 is unique, and also cool. You have to equip magic orbs known as Materia on weapons and armor, and the possible combinations are endless. There are also entertaining side quests, like breeding Chocobos or finding Yuffie and Vincent, the two hidden characters. Graphics are nice, but I recommend a 3-D accelerator. Battles in this game are fun, with some cool animation and graphics. Overall, this is a slightly flawed game, but still a masterpiece. If you want some fun and have the time, get this game.

A must buy for RPG lovers

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 24, 1998
Author: Amazon User

Great music and 3D effects throuout the entire game are great. The charecters are cool and the story line is intriging.

An incredible experience, far better on Playsation than PC

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: November 27, 1998
Author: Amazon User

Square's Final Fantasy series of Japanese style "role-playing" games has won legions of fans around the world with its incredible storylines and profound philosophical and moral messages to players. Many people's lives have been changed just from experiencing games from this series. To veteran Final Fantasy players, this game is not likely to disappoint. In fact, the release of Final Fantasy VII vastly increased the popularity of the series outside of Japan, bringing it truly into the "mainstream" market of games (even though the heart of its appeal remains less mainstream).

This particular game is about the subject of "Life," and what it means to live, to exist, to have an identity. The main character, Cloud, represents a major leap in character development for video games. You will laugh, you will almost certainly cry, and you will be amazed. This is an experience you won't want to be spoiled. In light of this, I cannot with a clear conscience recommend getting the PC version of Final Fanatsy VII unless there is no conceivable way you could play the Playstation version. The reasons are that the game simply doesn't play anywhere near as well, the movie scenes are far less impressive, and the music is stripped of its beauty (this ain't no cheesy video game fare -- the CD soundstrack for this game actually reached #3 on the Japanese *popular* music charts!). If you absolutely cannot play the Playstation version, go ahead and get the PC version. The PC version certainly comes highly recommended and easily earns its five stars. But the true experience of this game as it was intended -- on the Playstation -- is really what the fanfare is all about. Remember that you'll be spending a good 50 hours of your time playing this game: experience it in all its glory.

Huge system requirements can knock you down!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 28, 1998
Author: Amazon User

Being an avid player of role-playing/fantasy gaming and my first NES game being Final Fantasy, I figured I had to have the first PC version. This is a great game, but if you're running anything less than a Pentium 200 without an accelerator card, you can go crazy. And the whopping 260mg minimum install is incredible. Max install uses 450+ mg!! The storyline is good, though, and character developement is something you will not find on any other game. It is definately worth having in your collection!

A must for any Final fantasy fan.

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: November 30, 1998
Author: Amazon User

It may sound cliched and maybe even a bit old, but Final Fantasy VII is easily the absolute most critical piece of software any Final Fantasy or RPG fan may own. Originally released almost two years ago, FF7 outperforms any previous Squaresoft game. In its translation to the PC, Eidos did a good job, correcting a few minor spelling errors. However, and this is a big however, you need a massive machine in order to play the game well. A gamepad is a must; also recommended is at least a P350. (The game tends to choke on non-Pentium processors.) As for the sound, if you take the time and hard-drive space to install the included Yamaha add-on (and I highly recommend that you do), you'll be rewarded with sound even better than the Playstation's. The FMVs are, admittedly, a bit messy, but it's better than missing them altogether. Additionally, the play control is a tad muddled at times. However, it's still an enjoyable product. "Game" cannot begin to describe this masterpiece; "experience" comes closest.

A marvelous game, a young man learns of friendship and love.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 01, 1998
Author: Amazon User

You play the role of Cloud Strife, ex-soldier from Shinra Inc. At first he joins the rebel group called AVALANCHE as a selfish mercenary who cares about nothing but himself. But while meeting old friends, and new friends as they battle against the savage company that is draining energy from the planet using horrible machines. Here they must fight Sefrothe, leader of SOLDIER, the denfence fighters for Shinra. As Cloud gets more involved, he finds himself in the adventure of his life. The warped enotions of love, hate, friendship, and responsobility. Final Fantasy VII, the greatest game of time.

Cloud Strife... on a mission to save the world.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 01, 1998
Author: Amazon User

You play the role of Cloud Strife, ex-soldier from Shinra Inc. He is hired by AVALANCHE, a rebel group that is out to save the world from Shinra. Shinra Inc. is a powerful company that is draining energy from the planet, causing it to be polluted. You must battle Sephiroth, the leader of SOLDIER, the defense force for Shinra as well as robots, monsters, machines, and bosses. As Cloud meet new friends as well as old friends, Cloud finds himself with the warped emotions of love, hate, and friendship. Final Fantasy VII, the greatest game of all time.

Great graphics, exciting storyline, funny and fun!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 02, 1998
Author: Amazon User

The seventh is the best! The only down fall are the very high system requirements. Anything below a p266 wont do. But if you side step that, this is the most thrilling RPG you have ever played. Each character and place and a history and story. As the game progresses you learn more about each character's past. The game is also extremely funny at points. I highly recommend this to anyone who likes RPG.

An Excellant Game for Die-Hard RPG gamers! A MUST!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 03, 1998
Author: Amazon User

This game continues the Square tradition of putting out excellant RPGs under the name of Final Fantasy. I loved this game for the PSX and the PC alike. The storyline, which the review on this page couldn't do justice, is just excellant but yet will leave asking questions, making you want to play even more just to get caught up! (Rushing through the game can make you not understand everything.) Another excellant Final Fantasy from Square! A must get for anyone that likes RPGs or likes Square!

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