Having played about five hours of Chrono Trigger, I’ve never played a game like this before.  This game has been a unique experience compared to the games I’m used to playing.  It took a little while to get the controls down and get used to the gameplay, but I eventually got the hang of it.

In terms of the story, the game  has met my expectations and my approval. I haven’t gotten to any plot twists yet, so this is why the story has been basic so far.  It is hard to say where I think the story will go since it is so early, but obviously time travel is a huge factor. I do think the backstory of the world will eventually start to come into play as the game goes on.  I also liked the leveling system and how items can be used and equipped the higher the level. The fights have started to become a little irritating, only due to their repetitiveness but they are still manageable.

The one aspect of this game that  exceeded my expectations was the trial scene. I was not expecting this style of game to feature a moment where all of my small, and seemingly insignificant actions would be judged. I enjoyed this part and so far, it has been my favorite moment in the game.  There should be more sections of the game like this, and I hope there are.

Overall, Chrono Trigger has been surprisingly enjoyable considering its age and genre, although it is not a game I’m used to playing. This isn’t a game I would go off and play on free time. I do appreciate what the game brings and I am excited to see how the story plays out in the future.