from what i heard in my game informer magazine it is best to get the PC version than the PS2 version because if you get PS2 game you have to get a network adaptop (about 40 bucks if you don't have one already), you have to have broadband, DSL, or some kinda of dial up (i'm sure most everyone has), it said somehting about a PS2 hard drive you have to buy. And last the monthly fee to PlayOnline. Then if you do get all that you would absulutly need a keyboard or sumthing for comunucations. On the other hand as i said it is better to get the PC version because all ya gotta get is the game and the online service. Not saying the PS2 version is bad you would still get your money's worth if your a tru die hard final fantasy fan, but it would be better to buy it for the PC.