Fianl Fantasy VIII is my favorite out of the series. Its a really fun game with a great storyline and realistic characters. Its a long game so people who don't have much Patience, this game isn't worth picking up. Know that its may take you up to 50 to 70 hours to complete. The only thing thats bothers you in the game is random battles (Sometimes after completeing a battle, you'll move less than an inch and your back in another battle). Some people may find it hard since as your levels go up, its gets tougher unless your know how to use the GF battle system.