Final Fantasy VIII Remastered Review
On its twentieth anniversary, Final Fantasy VIII gets a second wind with enhanced graphics and new gameplay options. Are these features enough to entice new fans to an older game?
Final Fantasy VIII
This installment of Square’s Final Fantasy series promised to revolutionize the RPG world all over again. Set in a futuristic world similar to FFVII, Final Fantasy VIII uses the Playstation’s graphical abilities closer to the absolute limit, as we can see in the spectacular media shown so far. The game stars a troubled 17-year-old youth named Squall Leonhart, and tells a tale of love which transcends the limits of this earth.
Releases
Date: | Region: | Platform: | Publisher: | Developer: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1999-02-11 |  | PSX | Square | Square |
1999-09-07 |  | PSX | Square EA | Square |
1999-10-27 |  | PSX | Electronic Arts | Square |
2019-09-03 | | NSW PS4 XBONE WIN | Square Enix | Square Enix Access Games DotEmu |
2021-03-25 | | ANDROID IOS | Square Enix | Square Enix Access Games DotEmu |
Reviews
Game Content
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered Released on iOS, Android
Another Final Fantasy title has arrived on mobile. Final Fantasy VIII’s remastered version can be downloaded now for iOS and Android.
Final Fantasy VII, VIII Physical Editions Releasing in Europe
Europe is getting a couple of physical Final Fantasy releases this December. A Final Fantasy VII / VIII dual pack is coming to Switch and a Final Fantasy VIII Remastered edition is coming to PS4.
Plenty of RPGs Coming to Xbox Game Pass
Microsoft is expanding the titles available through Xbox Game Pass. The games coming to the service in the next year include plenty of RPGs.
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered Now Available
The new-look SeeD mercenary force is accepting new applicants. Final Fantasy VIII has joined its fellows on the latest generation of consoles.
Final Fantasy VIII Remaster Releasing in Early September
Square Enix has announced the release date for Final Fantasy VIII’s remaster. It’s only a couple of weeks until fans can return to Garden.
RPGCast – Episode 505: “We’ll Just Postpone It Every Week”
Anna Marie loses her mind as well as control of her mouth. Chris investigates the impacts of bringing Diet Coke into Mementos. Peter buys more games. Nathan finishes Final Fanatasy VIII just in time to start playing Final Fantasy VIII. And Kelley just tries to survive Bloodstained’s framerate on the Switch.
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered Improvements Detailed
When Final Fantasy VIII arrives later this year for modern consoles, it will come with a few new options to ease play. The PC version will find itself with even more.
RPGCast – Episode 503: “Goku Twerking At Fish”
Goku got moves. Square Enix got the dollar bills. Keanu got a fandom. And you got a really long post E3 podcast. Now go teach those youngsters how the weapon triangle works.
Final Fantasy VIII Remaster Coming This Year
On its twentieth anniversary year, Final Fantasy VIII will indeed be getting a re-release. It’s time for a new generation to take on SeeD’s mission and fill the world with flowers… wait…
Final Fantasy VIII Likely Isn’t Forgotten, but Needs More Work to Re-Release
With both Final Fantasy VII and IX announced for Switch during the Nintendo Direct, many are asking why Final Fantasy VIII was left out. The game’s odd graphical position between those games is likely a significant reason.
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Final Fantasy VIII Remastered Screenshots - August 20, 2019
Character models look improved this time around.
The new feature can enable limit breaks without being near-death.
Laguna, Kiros, and Ward relaxing after a hard day's work.
Triple Triad, a great game within a game.
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