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Another vote for Grandia. That was my favourite PS1 RPG. It is full of cliche and tropes, but I really like the exploration gameplay (enemies not random, visible on the map), progression system (hits with particular weapon/spell types are the way to level those), music and the overall story, although the dialogue is very cheesy.

Unless you're a slow and thorough player, I'd suggest a guide for the mana eggs once you take your first ocean journey.

EDIT: I see the comments about how the remaster looks and honestly it doesn't seem so bad to me. i don't like the overly smooth look but honestly if it means a simpler experience installing and playing the game just go with it.