>>3839157
Playing my first non-ATB FF (III) after having extensively played the SNES and PS1 era games, I have to disagree. The ATB is an entirely different and more engaging experience.

Although, personally, I think the ATB system reaches full potential once you can pass turns, which doesn't happen until 7. If you can into romhacking, I highly recommend adding the feature to 4-6 on your next playthrough.