This is a beautiful game. No question. As a fan of the Dragon Warrior series, I am thrilled to see Enix back in the US, and their first published RPG stateside in 5 years is Valkyrie Profile. The game is gorgeous; the voice-acting is top-notch. I will not rant on about the physical characteristics of the game, though. It is addictive, moving, and epic, and THAT is what RPG fans crave. This game is heartfelt, sweeping, and very entertaining. I can't recommend it enough. Enix returns with a bang, and this game is the start of good things to come! Support Enix and buy their new masterpiece, a sure-fire sleeper hit! You won't regret it! On a side note -- you may want to pick up the strategy guide with the game; while the game is certainly playable without it, there is a steep learning curve, which the guide helps overcome. Order them both on Amazon today!