Final Fantasy Tactics

 

Set in the medieval world of Ivalice, Final Fantasy Tactics is one of the first major departures from the mainline series of its name. It combines isometric three-quarter visuals with a tactical grid system in which players move their characters across to initiate attacks, provide healing, or summon ancient deities for aid. Players are joined by story characters and must also recruit soldiers to aid their party, leveling and changing classes to earn new abilities across 20 different Job types.

The game follows the life of Ramza Beoulve and Delita Hyral, childhood friends separated by social class. Ramza is of noble birth and must grapple with the realities of the political dangers threatening to ensnare him as Delita makes him aware of the struggles suffered by the common people. Tragedy, betrayal, and conspiracy follow as Ramza learns of evil plots of assassination, demon resurrection, and world domination.

Game Reviews

Review Author Platform Score
Final Fantasy Tactics Cameron Hamm Sony PlayStation
88
Final Fantasy Tactics Esque Sony PlayStation
80
Final Fantasy Tactics Patrick Gann Sony PlayStation 3
86

Music Reviews

Review Author Released
Battle SQ Stephen Meyerink July 4, 2012
Final Fantasy Tactics Original Sound Track Patrick Gann June 21, 1997
Legacy Sessions: GAME Generation 5 Brigid Choi January 16, 2015
SQ Chips 2 Damian Thomas July 25, 2012
The ETHEReal String Project Marcos Gaspar July 28, 2015

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