FF7 is turn-based, but without pauses in the action.

[deskpro2k3]

 

 

From what I've noticed:

• Every time a character attacks, the first large gauge next to their name fills up.

• The first gauge goes lower after not attacking for a while.

• Then when it's full and it turns red, the character uses a more powerful attack.

What if those more powerful attacks are the equivalent of Commands? Instead of your ATB filling with TIME, it fills with ATTACKS.

 

The ATB has evolved, and it's freakin epic, believe it!