The greatest game in 1997, and still now, especially considering generation. A fantastic and extravagant epic, crossing many genres in story and gameplay. In the era of in-game secrets, the absolute definition of open world, replete with deep plots and characters down to the most insignificant NPC. The 1997 revolutionary graphics/cutscenes are still mesmeric and indulgent, with a timeless soundtrack and captivating sounds. Satisfying, grandiose turn-based combat and top tier customizability, although mostly easy for a veteran FF player. XCOM meets the Legend of Zelda, with free-roam tones of future GTA games, in upgraded JRPG style from a tradition of digitized D&D. Vastly more content and scope than FF7 Remake Intergrade (2020), a remake of the introductory section of FF7. The 1997 technology holds up surprisingly well. A truly impressive, captivating production.