While MM7 is my all time favorite, MM8 is similar in game play, with some minor variations. Decent story and playable dragon characters adds to the fun. This is the last one before MM9 shifts the formula, so if you enjoyed MM6 and MM7, this is a must.
One of my all time favorite games. Music, story, class/skill leveling, replayability. It's not perfect by today's standards, but it's a classic, and I'll replay it every couple years for some nostalga.