While Final Fantasy is Square's crown jewel, SaGa Frontier 2 shows what can be done when you make a different cut.
The SaGa series had its share of ups and down but SaGa Frontier 2 easily graces the upper echelon. The look of SaGa Frontier 2 is utterly striking. The backgrounds are unprecedented when it comes to sheer beauty. The hand painted watercolor backgrounds make you feel like you have been dropped into a classic fairy tale. The only difference is that this one is filled with assassination and intrigue.
SaGa Frontier 2's story weaves into and hooks the player almost for the very beginning. Following the life of Gustave XIII, a young price born without the ability to use even the most rudimentary magic, SF2 lets you play scenarios in non-linear fashion. While this freedom can lead to some spoilers, it ends up working rather well.
The combat system in SaGa Frontier 2 is three pronged. It features a one on one duel, a classic RPG styled Team Mode, and a Strategic Mode that resembles a large-scale military simulation. The gameplay system also has a different flavor, with breakable weapons and an intricate combo system. While some of these systems take some getting used to, all are very well laid out.
SaGa Frontier 2 is a fitting addition to the Square catalog of excellent RPG's.
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