Comments on: Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Into the rift http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/ The secret level in the world of video game news. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 01:27:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 By: Freelance web designerhttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-609478 Freelance web designer Sun, 03 May 2009 17:19:20 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-609478 Final Fantasy is my best game<br>will try what you said and we will see<br>my best regards Final Fantasy is my best game
will try what you said and we will see
my best regards

]]> By: Freelance web designerhttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-568414 Freelance web designer Sun, 03 May 2009 10:19:20 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-568414 Final Fantasy is my best game<br>will try what you said and we will see<br>my best regards Final Fantasy is my best game
will try what you said and we will see
my best regards

]]> By: Foxtrot23http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-494842 Foxtrot23 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 08:33:51 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-494842 This overview really was helpful, i considered getting the game since many final fantasies are brilliant entertainment. I have the fist FFTA n i suppose you could say i enjoyed it through the first play. However that may be, i most likely wont be getting this one due to the unbelievably annoying judges and rules, and more importantly, the storyline. When is Square Enix going to create a true FFT sequal in FF terms? The first game's story was the main reason i play it over and over, now that was a game. This kiddy plot if you can even call it a plot certainly seems to leave much to be desired by veteran gamers. Granted it may be slightly dark for a DS game, but still it would certainly sale. SE definately needs to think about reverting to the old Ivalice with another story line just as engrossing, perhaps even set te story line a few decades after the original. Now that would be a game worth playing. This overview really was helpful, i considered getting the game since many final fantasies are brilliant entertainment. I have the fist FFTA n i suppose you could say i enjoyed it through the first play. However that may be, i most likely wont be getting this one due to the unbelievably annoying judges and rules, and more importantly, the storyline. When is Square Enix going to create a true FFT sequal in FF terms? The first game’s story was the main reason i play it over and over, now that was a game. This kiddy plot if you can even call it a plot certainly seems to leave much to be desired by veteran gamers. Granted it may be slightly dark for a DS game, but still it would certainly sale. SE definately needs to think about reverting to the old Ivalice with another story line just as engrossing, perhaps even set te story line a few decades after the original. Now that would be a game worth playing.

]]> By: Foxtrot23http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-690848 Foxtrot23 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 08:33:00 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-690848 This overview really was helpful, i considered getting the game since many final fantasies are brilliant entertainment. I have the fist FFTA n i suppose you could say i enjoyed it through the first play. However that may be, i most likely wont be getting this one due to the unbelievably annoying judges and rules, and more importantly, the storyline. When is Square Enix going to create a true FFT sequal in FF terms? The first game's story was the main reason i play it over and over, now that was a game. This kiddy plot if you can even call it a plot certainly seems to leave much to be desired by veteran gamers. Granted it may be slightly dark for a DS game, but still it would certainly sale. SE definately needs to think about reverting to the old Ivalice with another story line just as engrossing, perhaps even set te story line a few decades after the original. Now that would be a game worth playing. This overview really was helpful, i considered getting the game since many final fantasies are brilliant entertainment. I have the fist FFTA n i suppose you could say i enjoyed it through the first play. However that may be, i most likely wont be getting this one due to the unbelievably annoying judges and rules, and more importantly, the storyline. When is Square Enix going to create a true FFT sequal in FF terms? The first game’s story was the main reason i play it over and over, now that was a game. This kiddy plot if you can even call it a plot certainly seems to leave much to be desired by veteran gamers. Granted it may be slightly dark for a DS game, but still it would certainly sale. SE definately needs to think about reverting to the old Ivalice with another story line just as engrossing, perhaps even set te story line a few decades after the original. Now that would be a game worth playing.

]]> By: Foxtrot23http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-690849 Foxtrot23 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 08:33:00 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-690849 This overview really was helpful, i considered getting the game since many final fantasies are brilliant entertainment. I have the fist FFTA n i suppose you could say i enjoyed it through the first play. However that may be, i most likely wont be getting this one due to the unbelievably annoying judges and rules, and more importantly, the storyline. When is Square Enix going to create a true FFT sequal in FF terms? The first game's story was the main reason i play it over and over, now that was a game. This kiddy plot if you can even call it a plot certainly seems to leave much to be desired by veteran gamers. Granted it may be slightly dark for a DS game, but still it would certainly sale. SE definately needs to think about reverting to the old Ivalice with another story line just as engrossing, perhaps even set te story line a few decades after the original. Now that would be a game worth playing. This overview really was helpful, i considered getting the game since many final fantasies are brilliant entertainment. I have the fist FFTA n i suppose you could say i enjoyed it through the first play. However that may be, i most likely wont be getting this one due to the unbelievably annoying judges and rules, and more importantly, the storyline. When is Square Enix going to create a true FFT sequal in FF terms? The first game’s story was the main reason i play it over and over, now that was a game. This kiddy plot if you can even call it a plot certainly seems to leave much to be desired by veteran gamers. Granted it may be slightly dark for a DS game, but still it would certainly sale. SE definately needs to think about reverting to the old Ivalice with another story line just as engrossing, perhaps even set te story line a few decades after the original. Now that would be a game worth playing.

]]> By: Ghttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-494697 G Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:50:02 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-494697 I would a NDS just to play this game (and the coming Kingdom Hearts, maybe the other FFs titles too, but this is a must play on my "list") Great review I would a NDS just to play this game (and the coming Kingdom Hearts, maybe the other FFs titles too, but this is a must play on my “list”)
Great review

]]> By: Ghttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-690852 G Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:50:00 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-690852 I would a NDS just to play this game (and the coming Kingdom Hearts, maybe the other FFs titles too, but this is a must play on my "list") Great review I would a NDS just to play this game (and the coming Kingdom Hearts, maybe the other FFs titles too, but this is a must play on my “list”)
Great review

]]> By: Ghttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-690853 G Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:50:00 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-690853 I would a NDS just to play this game (and the coming Kingdom Hearts, maybe the other FFs titles too, but this is a must play on my "list") Great review I would a NDS just to play this game (and the coming Kingdom Hearts, maybe the other FFs titles too, but this is a must play on my “list”)
Great review

]]> By: Reign1770http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-494421 Reign1770 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:39:22 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-494421 After I complete Wild Arns XF, then I'll try it. After I complete Wild Arns XF, then I’ll try it.

]]> By: Reign1770http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-690850 Reign1770 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:39:00 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-690850 After I complete Wild Arns XF, then I'll try it. After I complete Wild Arns XF, then I’ll try it.

]]> By: Reign1770http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-690851 Reign1770 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:39:00 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-690851 After I complete Wild Arns XF, then I'll try it. After I complete Wild Arns XF, then I’ll try it.

]]> By: jeffxhttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-493864 jeffx Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:06:07 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-493864 @GuitarFearow: I'm not sure if "useless" is the term I'd employ! Rather, I am DELIGHTED that touch controls weren't shoved down our throats. This makes for a much more solid gameplay experience. I've noticed a lot of people playing FFTA2 during my commute, I'm not sure they would be playing if they had to use the Stylus. Believe me, drawing maps is impossible in EO2 when on the subway.But thanks for the help! I kinda figured that jobs were only accessible to certain races but wasn't sure. Wasn't it like that with FFT anyway? One last Q about clan trials if I may, once I've obtained a title, if I choose to "redo" the trial, do I still get the bonuses? And If I pick a lower rank battle, do I drop in name as well? I ask because of the check mark that appears once you've beat one. @GuitarFearow: I’m not sure if “useless” is the term I’d employ! Rather, I am DELIGHTED that touch controls weren’t shoved down our throats. This makes for a much more solid gameplay experience. I’ve noticed a lot of people playing FFTA2 during my commute, I’m not sure they would be playing if they had to use the Stylus. Believe me, drawing maps is impossible in EO2 when on the subway.

But thanks for the help! I kinda figured that jobs were only accessible to certain races but wasn’t sure. Wasn’t it like that with FFT anyway? One last Q about clan trials if I may, once I’ve obtained a title, if I choose to “redo” the trial, do I still get the bonuses? And If I pick a lower rank battle, do I drop in name as well? I ask because of the check mark that appears once you’ve beat one.

]]> By: jeffxhttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-690854 jeffx Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:06:00 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-690854 @GuitarFearow: I'm not sure if "useless" is the term I'd employ! Rather, I am DELIGHTED that touch controls weren't shoved down our throats. This makes for a much more solid gameplay experience. I've noticed a lot of people playing FFTA2 during my commute, I'm not sure they would be playing if they had to use the Stylus. Believe me, drawing maps is impossible in EO2 when on the subway.But thanks for the help! I kinda figured that jobs were only accessible to certain races but wasn't sure. Wasn't it like that with FFT anyway? One last Q about clan trials if I may, once I've obtained a title, if I choose to "redo" the trial, do I still get the bonuses? And If I pick a lower rank battle, do I drop in name as well? I ask because of the check mark that appears once you've beat one. @GuitarFearow: I’m not sure if “useless” is the term I’d employ! Rather, I am DELIGHTED that touch controls weren’t shoved down our throats. This makes for a much more solid gameplay experience. I’ve noticed a lot of people playing FFTA2 during my commute, I’m not sure they would be playing if they had to use the Stylus. Believe me, drawing maps is impossible in EO2 when on the subway.

But thanks for the help! I kinda figured that jobs were only accessible to certain races but wasn’t sure. Wasn’t it like that with FFT anyway? One last Q about clan trials if I may, once I’ve obtained a title, if I choose to “redo” the trial, do I still get the bonuses? And If I pick a lower rank battle, do I drop in name as well? I ask because of the check mark that appears once you’ve beat one.

]]> By: jeffxhttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-690855 jeffx Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:06:00 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-690855 @GuitarFearow: I'm not sure if "useless" is the term I'd employ! Rather, I am DELIGHTED that touch controls weren't shoved down our throats. This makes for a much more solid gameplay experience. I've noticed a lot of people playing FFTA2 during my commute, I'm not sure they would be playing if they had to use the Stylus. Believe me, drawing maps is impossible in EO2 when on the subway.But thanks for the help! I kinda figured that jobs were only accessible to certain races but wasn't sure. Wasn't it like that with FFT anyway? One last Q about clan trials if I may, once I've obtained a title, if I choose to "redo" the trial, do I still get the bonuses? And If I pick a lower rank battle, do I drop in name as well? I ask because of the check mark that appears once you've beat one. @GuitarFearow: I’m not sure if “useless” is the term I’d employ! Rather, I am DELIGHTED that touch controls weren’t shoved down our throats. This makes for a much more solid gameplay experience. I’ve noticed a lot of people playing FFTA2 during my commute, I’m not sure they would be playing if they had to use the Stylus. Believe me, drawing maps is impossible in EO2 when on the subway.

But thanks for the help! I kinda figured that jobs were only accessible to certain races but wasn’t sure. Wasn’t it like that with FFT anyway? One last Q about clan trials if I may, once I’ve obtained a title, if I choose to “redo” the trial, do I still get the bonuses? And If I pick a lower rank battle, do I drop in name as well? I ask because of the check mark that appears once you’ve beat one.

]]> By: GuitarFearowhttp://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/comment-page-1/#comment-493861 GuitarFearow Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:54:24 +0000 http://www.siliconera.com/2008/07/03/final-fantasy-tactics-a2-into-the-rift/#comment-493861 @jeffxThe reason that you can't change from Soldier to Dragoon is because th job is only availible to Bangaa. It's stupid, but there are classes specific to certain races, like the Ninja class is for Humes only, for example. I guess it's meant to encourage more strategy and whatnot in choosing your party.Also, doing the clan trials gives you different clan priviledges to use during battle. You know how you start off with stuff like "Power 1" or "Bonus AP 1"? Well, through the trials, you can upgrade those to increase their effect and also gain others, like "Always Counter", or "Libra"(reveals traps). Also, the trials are like missions, so you can get free items off them if you want.As for the bazaar, it is frustrating to have to pick and choose to ultimately get a random item that may or may not be of use, but at the very least, it provides general descriptions, so that you know you are getting a shortsword of some kind, or a fire element weapon. Personally, when I don't have any more weapons for teaching an ability to one of my people, I just change classes and teach them other abilities, just to round them out.As for my impression of the game, I liked FFTA, and this game feels like an enhancement in practically every way, although the touch screen controls are pretty much useless. @jeffx

The reason that you can’t change from Soldier to Dragoon is because th job is only availible to Bangaa. It’s stupid, but there are classes specific to certain races, like the Ninja class is for Humes only, for example. I guess it’s meant to encourage more strategy and whatnot in choosing your party.

Also, doing the clan trials gives you different clan priviledges to use during battle. You know how you start off with stuff like “Power 1″ or “Bonus AP 1″? Well, through the trials, you can upgrade those to increase their effect and also gain others, like “Always Counter”, or “Libra”(reveals traps). Also, the trials are like missions, so you can get free items off them if you want.

As for the bazaar, it is frustrating to have to pick and choose to ultimately get a random item that may or may not be of use, but at the very least, it provides general descriptions, so that you know you are getting a shortsword of some kind, or a fire element weapon.
Personally, when I don’t have any more weapons for teaching an ability to one of my people, I just change classes and teach them other abilities, just to round them out.

As for my impression of the game, I liked FFTA, and this game feels like an enhancement in practically every way, although the touch screen controls are pretty much useless.

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