While not my first venture into Grandia (having tried playing I and II previously), this was the one that most clicked with me.

The combat system is the highlight here, as it is for Grandia as a whole, and the additions made to the combat for this installment made encounters all the more fun and engaging.

Parts of the story made me wince, but others hit their intended marks, the comedic scenes were mostly funny, heartwarming scenes were touching, etc. Overall had a wonderful time with this game.