Trying to fight Lavos at this point was a mistake. So Lavos wins, what now? We see a unique ending of course. I felt showing the boss fight itself adds to the futility and sheer terror that is Lavos. Having Lavos beat the party, the ending feels that much more intense for a Game Over.
My party of Crono, Ayla and Frog were overwhelmed by the sheer power of Lavos. "But the Future Refused To Change." gameover screen.
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