Graphics aren't everything, that much is true, but to say that gaming peaked with FFVII is a little harsh also. There are a lot of good games out/coming for the latest consoles that have excellent storylines and are generally fun to play.
Also the two games you listed are both great RPGs, so far in these consoles lifetime, we haven't seen very many traditional RPGs, and certainly no SE ones on PS3 yet. But hopefully that will change soon and we'll see some excellence here also.
Anywho, don't give up hope, being a fanboy is the best!!








