7.0
Final Fantasy III Pixel Remaster is an interesting curiosity item for Final Fantasy fans, but hardly a must-play.
Final Fantasy III
Square Enix · Jul 28, 2021
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A remodeled 2D take on the third game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics. All the magic of the original, with improved ease of play.
With the power of light nearly eclipsed by the power of darkness, only the crystals' four chosen adventurers can save the world.
Experience the iconic job changing system first introduced in FFIII - switch jobs at will and use various abilities as you progress in the game. Change into a variety of classes like Warrior, Monk, White Mage, Black Mage, Dragoon, Evoker, or even call monsters to do your bidding with as a Summoner.
Enjoy the exciting third installment in the FINAL FANTASY series!
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- At the end of the day, FF3 does more interesting things with its run-time than does the original Final Fantasy, and I might even recommend it over that one. Taking full advantage of the quality-of-life features built into the Pixel Remaster series is a great way to enjoy one of the lesser-played entries in this storied Square Enix franchise. While it shouldn’t be the only or the first Final Fantasy you play, it’s still worth a look for any RPG enthusiast.
- Final Fantasy III is a unicorn in the 8-bit pantheon. This is the RPG that I missed out on because I wasn’t able to import games or read Japanese back in the 80s. This feels like a game that I can and will keep in my memories as an incredible experience, and I urge fans of the series to give it a play.
- 7.0Indeed, the game does kick up the difficulty at times, forcing you to prioritize team composition. There's a strategic depth to this third title that previous entries didn't achieve, and it makes for some surprisingly tense encounters.
- 8.0While the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters aren’t perfect, they’re certainly the best and most convenient ways to play these classic games. The soundtracks are lovingly orchestrated and the pixel art is gorgeous, though the latter does lose some detail in the translation. Each game feels great to play, but I do wish extra content from previous releases or remakes had been included.
- Sadly, the gameplay is what makes these games feel dated, limited, and somewhat annoying at times. These games are mainly nice to try out if you want to learn more about the history of RPGs and the Final Fantasy franchise. Those who expect the same comfort as they would from modern RPGs may be in for a slightly rougher ride than anticipated.
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