Story, visuals and soundtrack were phenomenal as in any final fantasy game. However I found the combat to be extremely lifeless and repetitive. Small enemy spam attack, big enemy stagger quickly damage and repeat and boss is pretty much the same as a large enemy, both have overinflated health pools. Very little strategy required as there are no status ailments or damage types, just damage or dodging. While there is exploration there's no point because there's nothing of value to be found and the world is largely empty without secrets. Side quests have little value or depth. Found this game to be a huge miss and am very disappointed with it