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Where to start with Final Fantasy

A shape-shifting RPG anthology where crystals, summons, airships, and battle systems reinvent themselves from world to world.

Start with Final Fantasy VII Remake

The most approachable modern Final Fantasy doorway: polished, cinematic, and built to work even if you only know Cloud and Sephiroth by reputation.

Final Fantasy VII Remake

2020 · PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S

Midgar becomes a full action-RPG chapter, reimagining Final Fantasy VII as both remake and sequel-minded mystery.

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5 releases & editions

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  1. Final Fantasy VI

    1994 · SNES, PlayStation, Game Boy Advance, PC, Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S

    A ruined world, an ensemble cast, and the series' most famous 16-bit tragedy make VI the classic Final Fantasy to beat.

    Mainline worldsPixel era

    The strongest classic-era story entry: huge cast, operatic scenes, and no need for outside continuity.

    9 releases & editions

  2. Final Fantasy X

    2001 · PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PC, Switch, Xbox One

    Tidus and Yuna cross Spira in the first voiced Final Fantasy, pairing a clean turn system with pilgrimage tragedy.

    Mainline worlds

    A focused, voiced, turn-based entry with modern pacing and one of the easiest standalone stories to follow.

    9 releases & editions

  3. Final Fantasy Tactics

    1997 · PlayStation, PSP

    A brilliant tactical RPG where job builds and political tragedy make Ivalice feel sharper than a normal spin-off.

    Tactics

    The essential tactical branch: dense job-building, Ivalice politics, and no mainline continuity requirement.

    3 releases & editions

  4. Final Fantasy IX

    2000 · PlayStation, PC, PlayStation 4, Switch, Xbox One

    A warm return to castles, black mages, and theatrical adventure that quietly becomes one of the series' most emotional games.

    Mainline worlds

    A warm PlayStation-era throwback that stands alone and shows the series at its most storybook and character-focused.

    7 releases & editions

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