they added 2D sprites of the characters in the shop menu.
edit:
there's a grid for magic.
Ok, I didn't just notice that, it's new? I thought that was an awesome touch.
I'm getting and digging the photo mode now, too. I actually can't wait to see some of that. Can't wait to see what my camera pack actually does, too (digital deluxe). Only one I still don't quite get is Gladio's.
The UI is looking sharp as fuck, too. As long as I can get rid of the button layout, and I'm sure you can, I don't think I'll have to change a thing. Clean, crisp, efficient. Just the right amount of opacity. As mentioned, some really nice touches like the placement of the 8-bit sprites.
The characters have done quite a bit of talking at exactly the best times to keep you company while you travel. I don't think I head a single repeated line, though, the full game could easily kill that one. I really liked the line from Prompto about sticking up on potions. Hit me right in the FF's.
Absolutely incredible that I can be so high on this game, yet it consistently exceeds my expectations at every turn. I have always been optimistic, but it is hitting all of the intangibles to boot. It's really impressive. It's the best case scenario so far.
Edit: that sky, too. I know it's always been amazing, but next time you watch that video again in 45 minutes, just watch that cloud on the upper left form. It's oddly mesmerizing.