Why didn't someone think of this sooner? A game which combines the battle elements and fierceness of Final Fantasy with the cute'ness and adorable'ness of Disney cartoons makes for a classic combo!
You play the role of kid named Sora who one day learns that various worlds out there (Disney worlds - no pun intended) are disappearing. Together with Donald Duck and Goofy (who are trying to find King Mickey), Sora sets of on an interesting adventure to try and find (and hopefully) stop the source of these problems.
Combat is unlike the usual turn-based type which some are more used to in the Final Fantasy games. In Kingdom Hearts, it's all out hack-n-slash action, much more like Dynasty Warriors. As monsters are killed, your characters earn "experience points" which will help in gaining levels as well as earning new abilities.
Along the journey, you'll meet faces from many of Disney's famous cartoons as well as characters from the Final Fantasy series. Keep an eye out for the likes of Aladdin, Hades, Hercules, Tarzan, Winnie the Pooh and Tigger, as well as Cloud, Aerith, Squall and Cid :)
A classic, wouldn't you say? Well, not quite. While the game is great, I was not pleased with the poor camera angles which often hinder and make combat and movement difficult and irritating. It's not uncommon to find yourself stuck behind a pillar or a tree and not being able to pan the camera around to get out. It takes a few more seconds to move yourself into a more "viewable" position but those seconds can often be very precious!
There are also moments in the game where you're uncertain if you're doing the right or wrong thing. It is often a case of trial and error, but then again, I'll admit that this makes the game more entertaining.
Graphics-wise, the game has few equals. Animation is smooth and the music (though sometimes annoying) is usually quite catchy and enjoyable.
Overall and aside from those few flaws, Kingdom Hearts is a must-play! If you have even the slightest interest in Disney cartoos or Final Fantasy, this one will tickle your fancy for sure!
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