Using a strategy guide: Does it ruin the game experience?

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Soriku said:

W29 said:

Soriku said:
Play through it regularly, if you need help then check it out, but don't check out too much.

I'd prefer to play the game with no help if possible. Especially with RPGs since they test your ability to think.

That fustrates the hell out of me! Just playing the game and don't know where to go. It gets boring for me really fast.

Try a bit. If you just can't figure it out, refer to the guide but check out that part ONLY, don't go wandering so later the game isn't ruined for you.

same advice here... i usually whip out an in depth walkthrough only on the 2nd playthrough though.