FFX-2: Yuna's Magical Hotpants Adventure

Hamel · Post by **Hamel** » 2003-11-19 05:07pm

Final Fantasy 9 was the worst one, easily

So boring, to the point where I gave up on disc 3~ That and the characters didn't have much personality

SylasGaunt · Post by **SylasGaunt** » 2003-11-19 07:28pm

I'm going to post my impressions later after I've finished my tryout phase on Manhunt (I've played the FFX-2 demo so Manhunt automatically gains priority since I don't know what to expect)

Soontir C'boath · Post by **Soontir C'boath** » 2003-11-19 07:34pm

Durran Korr wrote:I just got through the opening sequence.
Longtime fans, prepare for a huge shock. I can't get this goddamn smile of my face, yet I'm ambivalent.

So you saw bouncing boobies?

~Jason

The Kernel · Post by **The Kernel** » 2003-11-19 07:42pm

Okay, I've been playing for awhile and I think I have a good handle on this game so far. I can't post a review just yet, but I think I can break this down for the people who are interested, but aren't sure if they should buy it or not.

First, this game just oozes girl power. From the Charlies Angels opening (YRP squad GO!) to the smackdown on all things male, this is very much a girl game. But that doesn't mean that guys aren't going to like it and I'm having a splendid time with it thusfar.

The maps are very similar to what we've seen in FFX (which isn't too suprising really) although there are some new areas. The whole world is basically open from the begining which adds a nice dynamic to it all. Also plenty of mini-games from what I can tell that should keep people occupied for quite some time.

The battle system...ah this is what I'm talking about! Fantastic job Square! The battles are VERY fast paced and are a lot of fun because of it. I haven't felt this good about an RPG's battle system since Grandia. To add even more flavor the job system is back and just as good as we remember it. The fact that all the girls get new outfits to match their jobs is fun to see (gotta love those hot pants) and there is a lengthy list of skills to be learned for each job (which can be switched on-the-fly in battle). There are also some really cool skills like one where you can madly smash the R1 button to fire a barrage of pistol shots at your enemies instead of a standard attack. Mix that with magic and plenty of combos and you have the most involved battle system I've seen in a long while.

More to come, but so far this game has been a blast and more than lives up to the Final Fantasy name. Color me impressed.

The Kernel · Post by **The Kernel** » 2003-11-19 07:43pm

Soontir C'boath wrote:
Durran Korr wrote:I just got through the opening sequence.
Longtime fans, prepare for a huge shock. I can't get this goddamn smile of my face, yet I'm ambivalent.
So you saw bouncing boobies? ~Jason

It's a freaking pop music number complete with a giant buddha that acts as drummer. Fucking hillarious, and yes there are plenty of boobies to go around.

Joe · Post by **Joe** » 2003-11-19 08:17pm

First, this game just oozes girl power. From the Charlies Angels opening (YRP squad GO!) to the smackdown on all things male, this is very much a girl game. But that doesn't mean that guys aren't going to like it and I'm having a splendid time with it thusfar.

Yeah, I immediately though "Charlie's Angels" when I saw that.

Also, these battles are fucking intense.

Durandal · Post by **Durandal** » 2003-11-19 09:29pm

Durran Korr wrote:I just got through the opening sequence.

Longtime fans, prepare for a huge shock. I can't get this goddamn smile of my face, yet I'm ambivalent.

Get a video input card and post it then!

Joe · Post by **Joe** » 2003-11-19 09:54pm

Ain't got one. Besides, it's not what you're looking for, I don't think. Although I do love the different dresses worn by the ladies.

The Kernel · Post by **The Kernel** » 2003-11-19 10:09pm

Dude, is it just me or would Rikku and Paine make a totally awesome lesbian sex scene?

Joe · Post by **Joe** » 2003-11-19 10:13pm

Hmm...

*makes a quick visit to e-hentai.net*

I'm really liking that thief costume, though.

XaLEv · Post by **XaLEv** » 2003-11-19 10:15pm

The Kernel wrote:Dude, is it just me or would Rikku and Paine make a totally awesome lesbian sex scene?

Check some Japanese hentai sites.

It's been out there long enough.

Joe · Post by **Joe** » 2003-11-19 10:33pm

It's all freaky dickgirl shit, though. What's wrong with strap-on dildos, why do they have to sprout wangs?

XaLEv · Post by **XaLEv** » 2003-11-20 12:03am

Just a quick question, how is Paine pronounced? Pain or pine? I'm thinking it's probably the former, but want to make sure.

Utsanomiko · Post by **Utsanomiko** » 2003-11-20 12:22am

XaLEv wrote:Just a quick question, how is Paine pronounced? Pain or pine? I'm thinking it's probably the former, but want to make sure.

Assuming it's a relatively accurate romanization of the original name, I'd be leaning towards the latter. A link to a Japanese site with character profiles and names in Katakana would always clear this up properly, of course.

The Kernel · Post by **The Kernel** » 2003-11-20 12:37am

It's PAIN. As in she hurts people she doesn't like.