FF is hardly what led Nintendo to Victory during the SNES era, or what caused its downfall with the N64. Nintendo just had better backing and better games over all. Switch just FF to Sega and there would have been little impact on that generation (but probably a huge impact on the future of the final fantasy series.
One thing caused the N64's downfall, and that was sticking with carts, pure and simple. They lost massive 3rd party support and brought nothing original to the table with the cube to get them back. I don't know a single Nintendo fan who blanes Final Fantasy of all things as the reasons for the PSX's Success over the N64.
Final Fantasy VII is one of those games that was hurt, in my opinion any way, by its 3D elements. It would have been a lot more enjoyable and pleasant on the eye if it was all 2D, maybe pre-rendered sprites. Its not like the animations in that game were amazing, they were very basic and could have looked better on more detailed sprites.
 I am a Gauntlet Adventurer.I strive to improve my living conditions by hoarding gold, food, and sometimes keys and potions. I love adventure, fighting, and particularly winning - especially when there's a prize at stake. I occasionally get lost inside buildings and can't find the exit. I need food badly. What Video Game Character Are You? |
Mega Man 9 Challenges: 74%
| Waltz | Tango | Jitterbug | Bust a move | Headbanging |
| Bunny Hop | Mr. Trigger Happy | Double Trouble | Mr. Perfect | Invincible |
| Almost Invincible | No Coffee Break | Air Shoes | Mega Diet | Encore |
| Peacekeeper | Conservationist | Farewell To Arms | Gamer's Day | Daily Dose |
| Whomp Wiley! | Truly Addicted! | Truly Hardcore! | Conqueror | Vanquisher |
| Destroyer | World Warrior | Trusty Sidearm | Pack Rat | Valued Customer |
| Shop A Holic | Last Man Standing | Survivor | Hard Rock | Heavy Metal |
| Speed Metal | Fantastic 9 | Fully Unloaded | Blue Bomber | Eco Fighter |
| Marathon Fight | Quick Draw G | Quick Draw C | Quick Draw S | Quick Draw H |
| Quick Draw J | Quick Draw P | Quick Draw T | Quick Draw M | Quick Draw X |
