If you like JRPG's this game is like candy. If you don't, then I'd say stay away. It isn't what I'd consider a good starter entry into the genre as most of its storyline conventions are by todays standards cheesy. But if that is set aside, the gameplay and characters are very interesting and fun to interact with for anyone. Someone who has played final fantasy like games, or other turn based strategy like Fire Emblem / Pokemon would probably enjoy this game as much as I have.