A Great Solid game that has it's weaknesses but mainly a lot of strengths. Sets the bar for future DS RPG's.
But this game was so much more than that. It's cell-shaded style graphics has an undeniable charm. It offers customization for your characters, local multiplayer capabilities (no Wi-fi), immersive bosses, secret dungeons and replay value. After beating the game once, you'll want to play again to unlock the new dungeon you didn't have access to the first time.
It's a hack and slash, but you may also find yourself going through some tough puzzles to advance further into the game. It offers a great cast of characters, and decent voice acting. The cutscenes may sometimes be a tad too long, but you always have the option to skip them if you wish.
Now some people have complained about the A.I. in this game, and although I agree it is very bad, I like it the way it is. Why? For if it was any better, this game would have been a breeze and people might come to rely too much on their little A.I. buddies. Slashing your way through monster while also serving the role as a body guard makes the game a lot more interesting. But if the A.I. really bothers you, you can always hop on Multiplayer and play by yourself or with a couple of friends.
Another thing: the magicite system. I rarely have used these, so I don't find it as annoying. The most useful are cure and the ice one to freeze enemies in place. It's not quite that hard, really though to switch to another magicite if you use your thumb.
Overall, this is a great game, and if you found the first FFCC good, you won't be disappointed by this one.