Final Fantasy VII

Final Fantasy VII introduced cinematic storytelling to RPGs in 1997, selling over 14 million copies worldwide and remaining a best-selling JRPG. Its materia system and emotional narrative outperform #3 Dark Souls in character development, with 30% more playable party members than the typical RPG of its era. The game's iconic limit breaks and minigames offer a nostalgic yet timeless experience, inspiring generations of developers.