Graphics: 6
The graphics are ok. For the time period they were probably very cool. However, I gave it a 6 because FF3 out classes them by a long shot, which isnt saying much, since its still in the FF series. So no bad remark on them, they get it right eventually. except *cough* FF9 *cough* Anyway back to the graphics. They are interesting enough, will keep you entertained the first few times, but after that you'll just take it in stride.

Sound: 8
the Final Fantasy games always seem to get some intersting tunes on their games. So its no suprise that these ones are decent. You'll enjoy them for a while. However, nothing you'll burn onto CD so you can carry it around.

Gameplay: 10
Excellent gameplay. Twists in the story like you wouldnt believe. You're like, ""What! No way! Hes the bad guy!"" Thats all I'm gonna say, no need to ruin it for all of you. Well like I was saying Square is an excellent RPG maker and this one is no exception. You will not get bored of this one, and like me probably play it to the end. Like most Final Fantasy games they've always got some new twist to keep you playing.

Overall: 10
So enjoy this game and having Cecil turn into a Paladin, er, wait! Nevermind! Cecil doesnt turn into a Paladin, in fact, there is no Paladin! Forget I said anything about Cecil and that he turns into a Paladin. Which he doesnt! And you dont have to fight your dark side to do it ....... Doh!

P.S. If you dont want to know part of the story dont read the passage above ...... hmmmmm, this should probably be above that one. Oh well, life is tough, get a helmet.

Graphics: 9
The graphics in FFII, although rather elementary compared to todays standards, oferered a great experience to the gamer and brought more life into the games with greater animations. The spells in this game were much more lively and animated as well as the attacks. Generally rather involved and excelent graphics for its time

Sound: 9
The sound effects in this game were very effective and precise, and the diversity and power in the music made this game much more effective than that of any other titles. In many games, music becomes repetative, dull, and lacking variety, but in this game, the music remains subtle and powerfull while having a sufficient variety to keep it interesting. It was also very important to establish the moods and realities of the certain parts of the game

Gameplay: 10
The gameplay of this game was excelent throughout. During the entire game, there was sufficient independence of movement W/ airship(which all RPG players enjoy) in combination with enough structure so that you don't get lost. The storyline was also very engaging and developed logically and in a rather realistic manner. Creative and dynamic in play and storyline, five characters in stead of 4 or 3 was also interesting

Overall: 10
Overall, this game incorporated all the necessary elements of a good RPG in a brilliant manner, and had a great story line and accompanying music to boot. Although there were some minor flaws, they did not detract from the overall experience of the game which was vastly superior to anything else of it's time. I still consider this game superior to many RPG's today, even though they technology they had to work with was much less involved

This RPG is a must play for gamers of all types, even if you have no experience or pashion for the genre(you may get hooked).