Off topic, but, is this game worth getting? I've heard it's boring and repetitive after playing for long. Pre-release I was planning on getting it but never did. And saw it for only £15 today.
That depends on how much you like Final Fantasy and how tolerant you are of repetitive things, yes this game does get very repetitive as the hours pass, and you'll find yourself being able to choose the same command over and over again to defeat many enemies without any strategical effort at all. If you like games with well-written & gripping stories then you'll be disappointed, not to mention the game is filled with a number of annoying characters.
In terms of gameplay, for many hours (well over 30) you'll be repeating the same pattern down a narrow & linear pathway:
Runnig->Battles->Cutscene->Running->Battles->SavePoint->Cutscene->Boss, rinse and repeat. Aside from stat building, there's really nothing else to do. On the positive side, the game is jaw-droppingly gorgeous with some epic environments, and the battle system is fun and addictive (once you make it past the 15-20hr mark). If you absolutely love Final Fantasy and have a high tolerance for repetitive gameplay, then go for it.. especially for a cheap price.
