"It’s hard for me to pinpoint exactly where I should put LIGHTNING RETURNS compared to the rest of the games in the series. In a lot of ways, it does improve on its predecessors, but it also takes some steps back. It presents some inexcusably bad writing, an insult of an ending and a sad lack of polish on the technical side. But it also shows stellar gameplay with respect for the player and content to keep you occupied for days.

LIGHTNING RETURNS: FINAL FANTASY XIII is a mixed bag, that’s for sure, but in the end it’s a mixed bag that I did have fun with, and having fun is one of the most important aspects of anything, let alone any game. As such, I do recommend giving it a try if you still have any interest in the sub-series."

Full Review: https://andrearitsu.com/2014/02/02/lightning-returns-review/