There are pros and contras
Hello everyone.
In my opinion, FFVII and FFVIII has their own advantages towards each other. Both are great games and this is what I think of it.
Why FFVII is better than FFVIII?
Simple battle system, the storyline is better, three optional bosses instead of one (Emmy, Ruby and Ultima), secret characters (Yuffie and Vincent), user friendly materia system, interesting subquests.
Why FFVIII is better than FFVII?
Variety of limit breaks (more interactive), very interesting searching-for-guardian quest (Odin, Cactuar, Eden etc.), easier to level up to maximum, five digit damage (Wham!!), addictive Triple Triad card game, Chocobo subquest (with Pocket Station).
In FFVII, character stats is determined by the game (unless you modified it). In FFVIII, the stats is determined by junctioning magic. The Renzokuken can deal max damage (9999) with a correct junctioning (no GS, no cheating). My conclusion, both are good games in their own way and term. I've already finished FFVII three times and FFVIII twice. And don't forget the FFIX. But I still think FFVI (FF3 in US) has the best storyline.
Thanks. Long live the RPGs.