FINAL FANTASY XIII-2
For PS3
Price: Rs 2,799
Bag it or junk it? Fun to play, but weak storyline.
After the disappointment of Final Fantasy XIII, Square Enix came up with the sequel as a sort of apology. But the storyline is the weaklink of FF XIII-2, in which the fate of Cocoon depends on Serah and mysterious newcomer Noel Kreiss.
XIII-2 is more expansive and flexible allowing the duo to travel forward and backward in time. The improved combat system (Active-Time-Battle) let's you battle the villains according to a plan. Another helpful change is that players can take over as leader should the team leader die in battle.
The game is definitely a visual delight as one can't stop and admire the jungles of the Sunleth Waterscape. The game developers have ensured that each new era is a treat for the eyes. Many locations from FFXIII from different time zones and eras are revisited but this time the boring tunnels have been replaced with forests and neon cities. Of course, the search for Lightning, the main storyline, isn't exciting when played. This game scores in being a visual treat and letting the players choose their avatars be what ever they want them to be based on action or magical abilities. It is an absorbing game and definitely a pleasant step up from FF XII.
