What it does best
role-playing (rpg)
fantasy
science fiction
open world
The setup
What you are walking into
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered features upgraded character models, enhanced Guardian Forces and improved visual effects while preserving the original game’s story and pre-rendered backgrounds. It includes modern features such as achievements, controller support, and optional battle enhancements like 3x speed, no encounters and max stats.
Where it lives
PlayStation 4PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox OneNintendo Switch
Genre
Role-playing (RPG)Adventure
Vibe
FantasyScience fictionOpen world
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