COR BLIMEY!!!
User Rating: 9.7 | Dragon Quest VIII: Sora to Umi to Daichi to Norowareshi Himegimi PS2
Leveling up was a bit tedious (I got the best ending under level 50 and completed the Dragovian Trials and in saying so, I was unable to get Hero's "Dragon Soul" ability learned at level 65). But other than that, it was perfect! The graphics were unparalled to any other game I've seen (in regards to the style, which was also very well done). The lighting effects were incredible (there was actually a slight refection when lighing spells like "Kaboom" were used on metal enimies). The sound effects for each spell and attack felt just right. Also, the overall soundtrack was done by somebody with an expert ear. Further, the plot was incredibly involving (be it a little cliche). A very well done epic with just the right amount of romantic interest (Madea and Hero, Red and Yangus, and Jessica and Angelo to an extent), humor (the Puff-puff Club) and side stories meshed together to make the plot all the more enjoyable (the story of Hero's parents greatly contributed). Enthralling old-school experience. More games like this should be made. 
