The third entry is much more focused, faster, and polished. Visual don't just see a course correct, they have leaped in quality. Combined with some of the better voice actors returning helped give it a big budget feel. They find a way to cover just about every plot point you could've had questions for and do so with great pacing. Pacing is aided by the fast battles. Combat has seen a mostly positive overhaul aside from difficulty. But I will take too easy over 10 minute encounters every battle.