Final Fantasy IX impressions
Posted by @ 9:04 AM, EDT
The GIA smacked up some impressions of Square’s latest FF game for the PSX.
Here’s a bit:

The presentation of Final Fantasy IX upholds the high standards set by previous Square titles. The game begins with an understated yet stunning FMV establishing the world of Final Fantasy IX. We fade from area to area on a cloth map, intercut with scenes of grandeur and beauty. Many-propellered airships and floating theaters do a good job of setting the mood. The detail with which Square has realized their world of fantasy is immaculate.

After a few more minutes of stunning cinematics, we get control of Zidane. Zidane and his crew is being hired out by Prefect Cid to abduct the Princess Garnet. Garnet's mother, the incredibly ugly Queen Brahne, has been on a miltaristic streak against neighboring territories. After playing as Zidane briefly, the player takes control of Vivi. Vivi is trying to get into a play, but his ticket turns out to be a fake. After a little espionage and some help from a street rat named Jack, Vivi's in and watching the play. Zidane and gang enter the play, only to leave mid-scene to try to kidnap Princess Garnet. At this point, the player takes control of Steiner, Garnet's bodyguard, and sets out in search of the Princess...