#15 - Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII
Can't believe nobody got this one either.
I guess a lot of people weren't blown away by this game because they kept on comparing it to the original Final Fantasy VII, a traditional RPG. I didn't really have any expectations for this game however, and I felt I could appreciate it for what it was trying to be, an action-RPG on a portable device. The story is one of the best of any game I've ever played, with some very emotional moments, most notably the ending. The characters, both old and new, are great. It ties in brilliantly with the first game and fans of Final Fantasy VII should not miss it. The soundtrack is absolutely amazing and also one of the best I've heard in any game. It mostly consists of rock music, but also features some softer tunes and some incredible remixes of music from the original Final Fantasy VII. The track that plays during the final battle deserves a special mention, it's amazing, and fits the moment so perfectly.
The battle system is also great. It's fast paced, fluid and very unforgiving. My first playthrough on normal was very challenging at times, with the difficulty peaking on a very suitable boss who I shall not name. I'm halfway through my first playthrough on hard, which has been brutal so far. Overall, it's a simple and very enjoyable game, with a brilliant battle system, story and soundtrack. Just don't approach it expecting something comparable to a mainline Final Fantasy game.
Hint for #14:
Most people would call this the best 3D game in the franchise.