I'm actually much in favour of games operating like this instead of offering you the option to just go grind and roflstomp the boss.
However, if you don't find yourself pleased by having to rethink strategy and try out different approaches, just get a guide (I mean online, not even necessary some printed guide). Reading up on some fights might also get you used to the system and you might find yourself overcoming later battles on your own.
In the end, the game has a lot of battles, but it's also got a story and characters, as well as just beautiful to look at visuals, so don't drop it just for the battles.







