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FINAL FANTASY (2021)

FINAL FANTASY cover
Developer
Square Enix
Platforms
Windows
Genres
RPG
Rating
4.8 of 5, 8,506 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 15 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lovingly remastered classic that feels like a nostalgic journey through a straightforward fantasy tale with deliberate, turn-based pacing.

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What players say

Players praise the pixel remaster's quality-of-life features like maps, save anywhere, and adjustable XP. Many find the core combat aged but charming, with a short 20-hour story. Players split on difficulty: normal enemies pose no threat, while bosses, especially the final one, rely on RNG and can one-shot parties. Some miss the bonus dungeons from GBA and PSP versions.

Screenshots

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