Summary
A classic turn based RPG with a memorable cast of characters. Vivi is arguably one of the all time Final Fantasy greats, and there are some moving and poignant movements throughout. The storyline is decent although feels a bit rushed towards the end. Not my favourite Final Fantasy, but still had fun playing it.
Game Play
It uses a classic turn based ATB system. Characters must equip items and gain ATB to master the abilities from the items. However, as not every character can learn every ability, this system isn't quite as flexible as say the materia system from FFVII. There are too many status effects in my opinion, and it can be confusing as to what they all do and which spell or item can be used to heal them.
As usual with a Final Fantasy game, there are extra mini games, side quests, and secret bosses to get stuck into. I don't feel this element is as strong in FF IX as some others - there is nothing that will make me want to jump that rope 1000 times!!
Performance
The game runs fine on the Switch - the first battle in a new area takes a while to load, but no performance issues experienced aside from this. It looks good too, with the updated character models clear and colourful.
A classic turn based RPG with a memorable cast of characters. Vivi is arguably one of the all time Final Fantasy greats, and there are some moving and poignant movements throughout. The storyline is decent although feels a bit rushed towards the end. Not my favourite Final Fantasy, but still had fun playing it.
Game Play
It uses a classic turn based ATB system. Characters must equip items and gain ATB to master the abilities from the items. However, as not every character can learn every ability, this system isn't quite as flexible as say the materia system from FFVII. There are too many status effects in my opinion, and it can be confusing as to what they all do and which spell or item can be used to heal them.
As usual with a Final Fantasy game, there are extra mini games, side quests, and secret bosses to get stuck into. I don't feel this element is as strong in FF IX as some others - there is nothing that will make me want to jump that rope 1000 times!!
Performance
The game runs fine on the Switch - the first battle in a new area takes a while to load, but no performance issues experienced aside from this. It looks good too, with the updated character models clear and colourful.