this game storyline is perfectly one of the best in the series for sure, the plot keeps getting thicker and becoming more and more interesting as you play. The battle system is really simple and good I like how it continues to become progressive over time, ahead of its time for sure. the cast on the other hand are well-written and you grow fond of them for their unique characteristics and personalities that they withhold, it is sometimes hard to remember that this is a PS2 game when i'm playing it.