I'm not sure tbh. Its delivered exceptionally well and there is some emotional depth there but it kind of depends what kind of person you are. I'm still not really sure if I like this story well at least the main central conflict in the story.
Yeah, i think that FF in general still clears damn near everything in story telling. However, the voice acting and the freaking eye tech/motion capture is INCREDIBLE. Without even a word, the difference between say, Maelle and Luna is SO striking and so full of life.
It's like some of the best actors around that carry a so-so script. The music is also amazing. But the story is VERY nuanced and told mostly in side/optional content. If you want the full story, you gotta do EVERYTHING.