I really like it! But there are some things people are complaining about:



While some models and textures are nice, others (like backgrounds) aren't. For backdrops that are pre-rendered, I understand that they can't re-rendered them today, but other textures should be updatable. The worldmap seems to be even lower resolution than in the previous FF8 release on PC. I can personally look past that. It's really nice with new character textures!

Aspect Ratio (4:3): It really doesn't bother me much, but I can see how one would expect modern resolutions in a Remaster. Hopefully mods cover this issue.

15 FPS for FMVs: The FMVs aren't remade, so they look like they used to, quality and FPS is low by today's standards, but can't really blame them for that.



For people accustomed to the game, it's all there. It works like it's supposed to, except for the FPS being pretty low. I felt I didn't get enough input when boosting GFs for instance, this was not an issue on PS1.

For newcomers, there's a lot to learn in the beginning before you master the Junction-System, when to Draw Magic or GFs etc. Be patient and the game becomes very rewarding. -> Found Death magic? Put it on your weapon, and watch enemies die from 1 hit!



One of my favorite Final Fantasy stories (too long and I won't go cover it here). But I do believe that the game gets even better with many of the fan theories like "Squall is dead" or "Rinoa is Ultimecia" so I'd suggest reading up on those before or after the game.



Music is fantastic, one of the best FF OST to date!



- All textures should get an update, not just characters, GFs and monsters
- FPS should not be locked to 15-20 fps. It DID affect gameplay where input wasn't received
- Certain areas have severe FPS drops: (i.e Missile Base where there's a lot of pre-rendered animation)
- Aspect Ratio should be unlocked



I hope they update this release with a few fixes. But I'm also happy with what I've got. I did a 100% Achievement run and loved it! ^^ Glad 8 finally get's some more attention!

[h1]TL;DR[/h1] I really like it! [u]But there are some things people are complaining about:[/u] [h1]ART[/h1] While some models and textures are nice, others (like backgrounds) aren't. For backdrops that are pre-rendered, I understand that they can't re-rendered them today, but other textures should be updatable. The worldmap seems to be even lower resolution than in the previous FF8 release on PC. I can personally look past that. It's really nice with new character textures! [b] Aspect Ratio (4:3): [/b] It really doesn't bother me much, but I can see how one would expect modern resolutions in a Remaster. Hopefully mods cover this issue. [b] 15 FPS for FMVs: [/b] The FMVs aren't remade, so they look like they used to, quality and FPS is low by today's standards, but can't really blame them for that. [h1]GAMEPLAY[/h1] For people accustomed to the game, it's all there. It works like it's supposed to, except for the FPS being pretty low. I felt I didn't get enough input when boosting GFs for instance, this was not an issue on PS1. For newcomers, there's a lot to learn in the beginning before you master the Junction-System, when to Draw Magic or GFs etc. Be patient and the game becomes very rewarding. -> Found Death magic? Put it on your weapon, and watch enemies die from 1 hit! [h1]STORY[/h1] One of my favorite Final Fantasy stories (too long and I won't go cover it here). But I do believe that the game gets even better with many of the fan theories like [spoiler] "Squall is dead" or "Rinoa is Ultimecia" [/spoiler] so I'd suggest reading up on those before or after the game. [h1]MUSIC[/h1] Music is fantastic, one of the best FF OST to date! [h1]ISSUES[/h1] - All textures should get an update, not just characters, GFs and monsters - FPS should not be locked to 15-20 fps. It DID affect gameplay where input wasn't received - Certain areas have severe FPS drops: (i.e Missile Base where there's a lot of pre-rendered animation) - Aspect Ratio should be unlocked [h1]CONCLUSION[/h1] I hope they update this release with a few fixes. But I'm also happy with what I've got. I did a 100% Achievement run and loved it! ^^ Glad 8 finally get's some more attention!