Not enough characters to describe my love for this game :(

Perhaps its most standout feature is its battle system. Battles in the Shadow Hearts' series are carried out in a turn-based format, with the main focus being its timing-based Judgment Ring system. This Judgment Ring system rewards the player for their skill in battle, rather than just relying on plowing stats into your characters. This creates a scenario whereby the player themselves improves alongside the characters. Throw into the mix the ability to perform combo attacks, control your enemies position in battle, area of effect attacks, a diverse range of character abilities, the added tension of making sure you maintain your characters sanity bar, and you have one of the most fun turn-based systems out there.

Also, the end credit theme is one of the most beautiful songs ever and I always feel a little sad when the credits roll and I have to say goodbye to the zany loveable cast. Still, there's always New Game Plus ;)