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How does the DLC compare to the main game? I'm interested to learn more about Black Cat and Silver, but it seems some annoying challenges come packed in too

Oh really? I'll have to look into it. Apparently there was a sidequest I had to do to get the Barheim Key fairly early on (like right after Raithwall?) but I completely ignored. But if there's another way that works too.

Not that completion was ever a goal. But it still stings a bit to know you've missed a thing that stops you from ever attempting it. FFX had this problem too.

I'm kind of feeling the inverse: It's super weird for me to see this on a Nintendo console because I was introduced to FF during the Playstation era and I associate the original with the PS2. But I got used to it pretty quick and the Switch buttons look pretty nice with FFXII's interfaces.

So far so good. It feels a lot less off to me than the first time I played through it. I'm not sure if that's down to the Zodiac job system changes or whether I'm more open to how it plays now. Definitely appreciate mist charges being their own meter in this version since I recall having to pick between Summons, Quickenings and being able to spellcast being a real hassle in the original (though iirc being tied to MP meant they were easily abuse-able too.) Speed up functions are a godsend too - it's great being able to zip through backtracking or some quick LP grinding. All in all I'm having fun.

Honestly I've been wanting to pick it up on PS4 for a while now but it's been impossible to get enough time on the house one to really play a JRPG proper (I've got a cheap copy of Star Ocean 5 I picked up last year I still haven't had a chance to look at). I never really planned to pick up the Switch port but I figured "eh might as well since it's convenient" despite the added cost and here we are.

As far as I can tell they're the same game so you're not really missing out for not playing on Switch. Which is the reason I didn't double dip on a copy of X/X-2 HD Remaster on Switch either. Love the game to bits, but do I really want to do it all over again on Switch when I've got a PS3 save that works just fine? ...maybe if it goes on sale later idk.

Yeah, that's a good point. I have played them before. Well Rorona and Totori anyway. I played a chunk of Meruru but I dropped it and I can't even remember why now. Life probably got in the way as it always does. I wasn't sure if they were direct ports or had anything added to them. Probably direct though, right? I do love the Arland trilogy and I find them relaxing even though they have time restraints unlike the later ones in the series.

Fingers crossed for a 40-50% off sale. That's my sweet spot for something that's $150!

How are the Atelier games on Switch? I love the Arland series and I have been waiting for the pack to go on sale. 15% currently but still a bit steep!

I noticed you are feeling deflated about World Of Light because of its map size. Yes, it is big, and it may seem daunting, but doing it in short bursts is the best option (and how I do it, at least)! Going battle after battle for hours on end will tire anyone out unless you have a lot of coffee and time on your hands.
Then again, it is entirely your choice! Just know that, no matter what, you can do anything and if you choose to take on the challenge, just know that you've got this! Keep being awesome, Haith!