GhostWriter24
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VII popped my RPG cherry, but VIII was the one I really had a blast with. Sooooo good.
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Final Fantasy VIII |OT| Gabe Finally Passes the SeeD Exam
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Syphon Filter
Member
question on the one time account drm.if you uninstall the game and reinstall will you still need to log in?
Oh, shit.
Seifer's
My only worry is hitting enemies to death while I'm trying to gain AP for the GF's. D:
CountBlack
Member
So that's how you break the game.
I knew it was junctions but not sure what to do with it.
I knew it was junctions but not sure what to do with it.
HomerSimpson-Man
Member
I got up to the third disc back in day (2000), but then stupidly formatted my memory card during a game rental from blockbuster and was discouraged since.
Maybe this time I'll try again, but by breaking by hell out of the game, thank you Stumpokapow!
Maybe this time I'll try again, but by breaking by hell out of the game, thank you Stumpokapow!
Syphon Filter
Member
FF 14 is in the registry and one of the guys hinted at FF15 possibly being on PC.
I doubt there will be any other releases, aside from FFXIV. We got FFVII and FFVIII because they already had PC releases and just needed to be updated to run on modern OS, and look how long it took them to do that. Mobile would be a better bet than PC.
The only Final Fantasies that ever got PC ports were 7, 8, 11 and 14. Unless they plan on doing some emulation work or taking the effort to get others working native on PC (both highly unlikely) then this will be it.
FWIW, the setup for crazy Yamaha Sythesizer bullshit was on FF7PC install disc. Still, even with this installed, you'd miss vocals in One-Winged Angel.
toddhunter
Member
What are they using for efforts like the FF6 umm... remake? That might be easier to port.
DigitalVeil
Neo Member
This is description of doing a no level-up run is a bit disingenuous, there are some tricky segments involving
scripted/forced battles, mainly involving Laguna's segments
Though since the achievement only states Squall needs to be at his default level, you can just kill him/Laguna off at these battles and cheese said issue completely
Anyway, I'll most likely be picking this game up for a third time (PS1, PSN, now this) since it's unabashedly my favorite game. It's a shame that some of the more intriguing concepts in both the battle system (which never provided enough challenge given the amount of options for creativity it contains) and the characters (
aside from Squall/Laguna, who were developed excellently
That being said, the world/atmosphere is one of the best I've had the pleasure of exploring, as is the music.
I'm also a huge fan of some of the more esoteric themes presented within the game's story, though your mileage may vary there
Yea I supposed the DS/iOS ports could make their way to PC.
None, outside of the MMO's.
Square/Edios made PC ports of 7-8 in 98/99, but they weren't popular for obvious (bad port) reasons. Series hasn't had PC ports since.
Also, Ammo-RF can't be gained unless Ifrit is level 10. Means I'm fucked on getting Lionheart since Squall has to stay level 7 this run for me. >_>
Oh well, makes the game slightly more interesting for me I guess.
First FF I played and still the one I love the most (have beat 4 to 13-2). Always come back to it every year or two, just got done finishing it again a few months back. Breaking the game and flying through it is just as fun as those early days of spamming GFs over and over, not knowing any better and extending time played by forever. Four discs of pure gold.
Also the tip to breaking the game in the OP is exactly what I've done for years following my first few playthroughs. To any first timers I'd definitely recommend going in blind, every game is more fun that way for at least the first playthrough.
Also the tip to breaking the game in the OP is exactly what I've done for years following my first few playthroughs. To any first timers I'd definitely recommend going in blind, every game is more fun that way for at least the first playthrough.
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
Sup?!
encephalon
Member
Irvine is insufferable anyways.
Coincidentally, it's like the one for Chrono Cross.
VII and VIII were already on PC. So I wouldn't hold my breath.
playing it now...
by golly it looks so crisp!
are there any graphics mods? I've googled about but only found ones for the psx emulators.
either way, so good. just beat the fire dungeon, i've decided to do the magic boost. because fuck it. i'm gonna have some fun.
by golly it looks so crisp!
are there any graphics mods? I've googled about but only found ones for the psx emulators.
either way, so good. just beat the fire dungeon, i've decided to do the magic boost. because fuck it. i'm gonna have some fun.
Looking from your perspective, it logically makes more sense.
I urge anyone who have not played or finished FFVIII to get it now; it's one of the more, in my opinion, unique mainline titles Square have crafted and released. Contrast to VI and VII's bleak and gritty atmosphere, FFVIII oozes color and life - and it works fantastically well. The story is great, but has many missteps and redacts itself in some sections, but it IS thought provoking to say the least... the ending is controversial and even more ambiguous. Gameplay is a hit or miss as the draw system is great and sucks at the same time. It seemed like a good idea at first to use magic as attributes, but gaining the magic itself was a serious chore. However, it did allow for some serious overpowered characters if you could put up with time needed to acquire certain junctions and abilities. Most importantly... Triple Triad is the best damn minigame in any FF ever - hands down. HANDS DOWN!
Robot Pants
Member
Favorite FF for sure. Probably won't buy it again though. Still have the ps1 version.
Would be cool if you point them out. The one thing I dislike about these old PSX games is the pre-rendered backgrounds. Which is why I sometimes think it is better to play on CRT TVs and appreciate the backgrounds lol.
I've been guilty, in the past, of being far too hard on this game. It's still probably the worst PS1 Final Fantasy game, and it has a boatload of problems--but it's got a bangin' soundtrack and is one of the most wildly experimental Final Fantasy games in terms of mechanics. Said mechanics make it hilariously easy to break the game, but that's part of its charm and there's no right or wrong way to play the game. It does a good job of letting you do whatever the hell you want in terms of party configuration.
It's a shame the characters are awful and the story is so hilariously unfocused. Still, if the above sounds like it's worth 12 bucks to you, then go for it!
It's a shame the characters are awful and the story is so hilariously unfocused. Still, if the above sounds like it's worth 12 bucks to you, then go for it!
d00d3n
Member
As others have mentioned, this is the best final fantasy. The meta game of trying to break the game systems by carding enemies, playing cards, minimizing experience gain, drawing, refining and developing guardian forces is addictive as hell. The main story path is basically just there to be a frame of reference, to reinforce how successful/ridiculous your power gaming has been. The low challenge level of the enemy encounters is not really a problem, because the real problem solving you do in the game has to do with planning and executing your long term power gaming goals.
I actually like the story and find the meta game boring.
zomgbbqftw
Banned
GFs gain exp even when using card. Ifrit will level up as long as he is junctioned to an active member of your party.
TheContact
Member
Nope. Magic booster!
Which wasn't in the PC version before NOR is it in the PSX version.
So his point of people drawing spells is right.
About the music:
This was posted in the comments here:
http://eu.square-enix.com/en/blog/final-fantasy-viii-out-now-se-store-and-steam#comment-109578
This was posted in the comments here:
http://eu.square-enix.com/en/blog/final-fantasy-viii-out-now-se-store-and-steam#comment-109578
legacyzero
Banned
Oh my............The best final fantasy.
No digital version will ever match my collectors edition though.
*Spoilers* Squall Reacts to Final Fantasy VIII on Steam (Jason Schreier)
Anyway, I wanted to point out this pic:
People always repost it to show off Squall as a dick, but I always felt in context this was an entirely reasonable response to RInoa dicking around in the infirmary
People shouldn't point out that pic and say that, that pic isn't real.
Cha
Member
Still one of my favourite FF's. Glad to see a mod for the original music. The original PC release was painful to listen to in comparison to the PS version.
Nice. This game showed me the importance of owning a memory card. This image reminds me of a friend that bought a second hand (unofficial) bundle that included the game and replica jewelery (Griever pendant necklace, rings, mini gunblade) at a gaming event recently. If I had only turned around 2 seconds before he did, it would have been mine
Vehicle design in this game was legendary!
The best final fantasy.
No digital version will ever match my collectors edition though.
Nice. This game showed me the importance of owning a memory card. This image reminds me of a friend that bought a second hand (unofficial) bundle that included the game and replica jewelery (Griever pendant necklace, rings, mini gunblade) at a gaming event recently. If I had only turned around 2 seconds before he did, it would have been mine
Vehicle design in this game was legendary!
And really, I just want to experience the story again. So I may even go the Magic Boost route. Thanks for your input. <3
The best final fantasy.
No digital version will ever match my collectors edition though.
Hnngg, dat poster, can I have it?
Bomber Bob
Banned
1999 yo
I just don't remember them looking this bad on the PS1 version