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Final Fantasy VIII Remastered
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Developer: Square Enix
Content Rating: Teen
Summary
It is a time of war. The Republic of Galbadia, under the influence of the sorceress Edea, mobilises its great armies against the other nations of the world. Squall and other members of SeeD, an elite mercenary force, join hands with Rinoa, a resistance fighter, to fight against Galbadia's tyrannical rule and to prevent Edea from fulfilling her ultimate goal. This product is a remaster of FINAL FANTASY VIII, featuring multiple enhancements including additional options to customise your gameplay experience and difficulty, such as:
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Final Fantasy VIII is a game I hold very close to my heart. Being the first game I ever played on the original PlayStation, the introduction cutscene blew my pre-teen brain away. So, going into this Remastered version of Final Fantasy VIII, I got exactly what I wanted out of it and so this review is for those that were fans of the original and want to know if this version is worth picking up.
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18 Reviews7.60
Final Fantasy VIII may still be deeply flawed, but the speed boost makes the worst bits bearable. Then, and only then, is the game’s ridiculius brilliance allowed to shine through. I still hate Laguna, though. Even 20 years apart won’t change my mind on that.
Cool new ideas like Guardian Forces and Triple Triad are hamstrung by an absolutely wack story and the tedium of the Draw system, making for an experience that’s great in some regards and not so great in others. Taken as a whole, however, Final Fantasy VIII Remastered proves to be a fun and enjoyable romp through the weirder side of the Final Fantasy series, notably bolstered by the new HD presentation and the inclusion of helpful quality of life features.
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered is a love letter to fans of the original title. With completely revamped graphics, vastly improved load times, and a host of new customization options, this is the version to pick up.