Why can't more games be like this?
You play as Zack Fair. A cocky 2nd class soldier operative for the Shinra army who wants to become a hero. You are trained by Angeal Hathaway who holds the famous Buster Sword. You are also aided by the famous Sephiroth when he was a good guy.
The fight sequences are different to the final fantasy battles. You now have fully control of the character and there is a DMW where you can use special moves. You can also do optional missions to unlock more stuff.
When you get further into the game you will finally meet with Cloud Strife who goes with you on a mission as an infantryman. You will also see why Sephiroth turns evil and how Cloud gets the Buster Sword.
Overall this is one of the greatest games ever made. If you have not got this game, then you must get it now.