Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles Reviews
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is one of the best games of its genre, which deservedly returns for easy access on current platforms, but it feels like Square Enix should have done more. The graphic quality of the modern version is not entirely satisfactory, and content has been cut.
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With all said and done, it’s hard not to say “Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles” is the definitive version of the SRPG. A masterclass in storytelling, a compelling battle system, memorable characters and a plot that feels ever so relevant in this day and age. This is not only a must for SRPG fans, but Final Fantasy fans in general and ones interested in delving into the story of turn based games.
A relatively light but high-quality tactics game with an original job system that still remains fresh many years since the original release.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is the definitive edition and preferred version for revisiting one of Square Enix’s most iconic strategy RPGs. Faithfully preserved with subtle visual enhancements, immersive voice acting, and thoughtful quality-of-life improvements, this remaster offers a compelling experience for both longtime fans and newcomers.
The politically-charged 1997 PlayStation original is one of the finest tactics games of all time. This remaster offers a brilliant new reading of what was already a classic text.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles may not contain every piece of content across the various re-releases, but with the new voice acting and updated UI, it's by far the best way to play this classic on modern hardware.
This is an extraordinary remaster of an essential RPG, and as unmissable today as ever.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is a terrific, if not exactly revolutionary, remaster of one of the PS1's best TRPGs.
For new players, this is the perfect entry point. For veterans, it's a nostalgic and thrilling homecoming. This release stands as a testament to the enduring power of both the tactical RPG genre and the unique storytelling of Ivalice, and it has me more hopeful than ever for its future.
The developers of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles might be hesitant to call the game a true remaster because of its complicated history, but that’s definitely what it seems like to me, and it’s an absolute banger of one that. With lots of tweaks and additions that elevate the original experience as well as make it loads more approachable for newcomers, this seminal tactical RPG has never been better.
The Ivalice Chronicles provides the best way to play an all-time classic, even if it lacks some of the archival glow-up it deserves.
Overall, Final Fantasy Tactics is still the brilliant tactical role-playing game I thoroughly enjoyed playing at the end of the ‘90s. This new and updated HD remaster in the form of The Ivalice Chronicles is a welcome addition, especially for newer players, but it’s the original game that makes this collection so very special.
This enhanced version of Final Fantasy Tactics is a perfect remaster that not only offers a new coat of paint for the game, but also preserves the original game, allowing you to play either version you prefer. This is a reminder of what makes the series truly special and it's a joy to play through the adventure in the land of Ivalice once again.
Yes, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles cuts content from the War of the Lions version, and it's a shame. However, put this one issue aside, if you can, and you've got a fantastic - and fantastically thoughtful - revamp otherwise. Meaningful QoL changes meld with delicate gameplay nips and tucks, CPU enemy tune-ups, and a smoother-flowing experience overall to deliver a game that's pretty much impossible to knock.Fans will be fully absorbed into the story all over again, enjoying the new flow of the narrative and experiencing the whole thing so wonderfully well-acted. Newcomers, who're less likely to be bothered by the missing content, well, they can just get busy lapping up one of the all-time great tactical RPGs looking and playing better than ever.
The developers of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles went above and beyond in not only recreating the feel of the original game but also upgrading nearly every aspect of it. It’s hard to improve upon a masterpiece, but Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles accomplishes just that, and I hope that it doesn’t get ignored come awards season, in such a stacked year full of great releases.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles does an amazing job of bringing the original game back to life. It’s the perfect way to either revisit this classic or experience it for the first time, offering a modern and comfortable way to play while keeping the elements that let new fans appreciate its timeless charm. But the lack of a Spanish translation is a glaring oversight that can’t be ignored.
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Maybe, maybe not. But Final Fantasy Tactics is brilliant anyway, I reckon.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles faithfully and lovingly remasters this deep and complicated classic for modern console. I had forgotten how much I enjoyed it, and it has been amazing sinking back into the world of Ivalice. If you can get past some of the retro gaming pitfalls above, you will see a game that absolutely loves the franchise it's in, with nods to Final Fantasy lore scattered throughout. If you're a fan of either Final Fantasy or Tactical RPGs, we strongly recommend you pick this up.
A lovingly crafted remaster of an all-time great classic, Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles is the update that the seminal tactical RPG game deserves.
Refined with excellent quality-of-life improvements that enhance its already deep gameplay and superb voice acting, the War of the Lions’ story and battles have never felt more engaging. While the modest visual overhaul and missing War of the Lions content may disappoint those seeking a true definitive edition, they are minor issues in an otherwise excellent reimagining.