Final Fantasy
1987 • Square
8.3/10Nintendo
RPG
The RPG that saved Square and launched one of gaming's most beloved franchises with its epic fantasy adventure.
Gameplay
Turn-based RPG with party formation, magic systems, and a quest to restore light to four elemental crystals.
Historical Context
Developed by Square as a last-ditch effort to avoid bankruptcy, designed by Hironobu Sakaguchi as a love letter to tabletop RPGs.
Fun Facts
- • Named 'Final Fantasy' because Square thought it might be their last game
- • Inspired by Dungeons & Dragons and Ultima
- • Featured one of the first epic RPG storylines on consoles
Cultural Impact
Proved that JRPGs could succeed on home consoles and launched one of gaming's most successful franchises.
Review
Final Fantasy brought deep RPG mechanics to consoles with engaging combat, character progression, and an epic quest that kept players invested.