Best version = ?

**KoShiatar** · 02-22-2008, 03:17 PM

Which is the best version for somebody who has never played the game before? And more specifically, which one is better, the PSX or the GBA version? Or maybe the SNES one? I'm asking this because I want to beat the game before a DS remake is released (if ever), and especially because having played FF Origins the DoS version disappointed me both in music and graphics.

***Roogle*** · 02-22-2008, 03:39 PM

If you are planning to play Final Fantasy V with a friend, you should choose the Super Nintendo version and play it over the Internet with another person.

If you are planning to play Final Fantasy V alone, you should choose the Gameboy Advance version and play it whenever you get a chance. The Gameboy Advance version boasts a superior translation over its other counterparts. Also, you will get the chance to try a few additional jobs, too.

**KoShiatar** · 02-22-2008, 03:55 PM

How can I play it online?

Vyk · 02-22-2008, 04:12 PM

A lot of emulators allow online gaming in multiplayer games. Though I suppose someone who's actually into that kinda thing should explain it. I think zsnes does it. But I wouldnt' know how to guide you through it

***Roogle*** · 02-22-2008, 04:29 PM

Originally Bespoken by KoShiatar

How can I play it online?

If you and I were to play Final Fantasy V online, we would require ZSNES and a copy of the ROM. You would, then, choose the Netplay option in the ZSNES menu bar.

The game is interesting when played with another person. I have always split it up as:
Player 1: Bartz and Faris
Player 2: Galuf and Lenna

Bolivar · 02-22-2008, 09:25 PM

The PSX version to me was pretty great, the load times aren't nearly as bad as FFVI and (what I've heard) Chrono Trigger versions for the PSX. Although an SNES will always run it smoother, so maybe the rom would work out good, you should check reviews for the fan translation. The GBA version I heard is good, but I know sound can be a little worse and portions of the battle background are cut out to fit the screen.

But overall I think you couldn't go wrong with any version of the game.

Marshall banana · 02-23-2008, 01:22 AM

The GBA version of FFV is portable; it has the auto-dash feature; and it has a bestiary. I haven't played Anthology, so I can't describe it, but the original FFV doesn't have any of these conveniences.

Captain Maxx Power · 02-23-2008, 02:23 AM

Originally Bespoken by Marshall banana

The GBA version of FFV is portable; it has the auto-dash feature; and it has a bestiary. I haven't played Anthology, so I can't describe it, but the original FFV doesn't have any of these conveniences.

It also has a few new classes which are arguably superfluous and in one case grossly overpowered against most monsters. However the bonus dungeon is actually the best designed one I've known of the GBA ports.