Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles Reviews
Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles proves that the original game is still a strong video game. Adding voice acting makes it almost a whole different experience.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is a deftly rebuilt iteration of a foundational title-making a must-play RPG easier than ever to enjoy.
I reckon this Tactics remaster is one of the few games I'll come back to each year just to re-fill my cup and remind myself how good this kind of gaming can be.
A very good voice over (both in english and japanese) and a few quality of life improvements are not enough for The Ivalice Chronicles to gain the title of the best version of Final Fantasy Tactics, that remains steadily in the hands of the War of the Lions on PSP. Still, this is a faithful and very convenient way to experience of the best turn-based JRPG ever.
Review in Italian | Read full review
A tough-as-nails tactical RPG that will have you emotionally invested like few others in the genre, this well-voiced and sharpened remaster puts Final Fantasy's grandest mediaeval political tale in its deserved spotlight.
Overall, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is perhaps the best version of an already amazing game. All of its strengths are front and center, and any flaws were present in the original game, even if they're amplified in some cases. Even if you dislike the changes, the classic version is still makes it still an excellent way to experience the game, assuming you don't miss the War of the Lions bonus features. Final Fantasy Tactics remains a classic and a must-play for any fans of strategy RPGs or the Final Fantasy franchise.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is an excellent remaster of one of the best and most influential JRPGs of all time. Despite some content from previous versions is missing, everything important is here, making this the best way to experience a game that is a must-have for every fan of the genre.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
The job class system remains a standout, and the plot–as heavy as it is–stands as one for the ages. There is no better time to hop on a Chocobo, and delve into an RPG of and for history. One of the most replayable Square Enix games has never been more worthy of the title.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles stands the test of time as one of the best tactics games the genre has ever seen. Its voiced content adds a modern layer to an already incredible story, and although its combat system hasn't changed much, it's just as good today as it was nearly 30 years ago.
A revision that's more of an excellent work of preservation, aimed at maintaining all the quality of the original and filing away only the roughest edges.
Review in Italian | Read full review
In summary, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles largely succeeds in what it sets out to do. Not only does it coherently update its technical aspects, but it also adds necessary quality-of-life improvements; furthermore, its story and gameplay remain highly enjoyable today. Unfortunately, the lack of a Spanish translation makes it a completely inaccessible experience for a large part of the public.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
It's high time to discover why this remains a gaming legend and, in my opinion, THE best Tactical RPG of all time!
Review in French | Read full review
After nearly 30 years, Final Fantasy Tactics remains a timeless classic. Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles knocks the rust off the original, shines it up like new, and makes lots of subtle changes that only enhance the classic. And if you want a version without any changes, that’s here too, just as grainy as you remember. I couldn’t have hoped for more.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles not only brings back a fan-favorite spinoff of the Final Fantasy series, but also delivers a wealth of improvements to create a polished tactical-RPG experience, complete with a culturally relevant story that has been given new life with stellar voice acting.
Even more of a masterpiece in 2025 than it was 28 years ago, Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles is quite simply the best game I've played all year, and the best Final Fantasy game since 1997.
Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles is an incredible package that brings back a classic to new audiences in stellar fashion.
The gameplay is a bit rough around the edges, particularly in difficulty and class balancing, but everything holds up remarkably well. More importantly, the story and themes of Final Fantasy Tactics have aged like fine wine, and the voice acting does wonders at fully fleshing out and finally bringing this classic tale to modern audiences.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is a beautiful reimagining of a tactical classic. For nostalgic fans, there's the original version, but the Enhanced Edition is the one you'll want to play. With improved visuals, voice acting, and modern extras, there's no excuse not to try this classic. The downsides are minor (ultrawide doesn't work and sometimes a character disappears behind a rock). But they're offset by a mature story, a deep tactical system, and an epic gameplay experience that can keep you entertained for weeks. And as someone discovering the game for the first time, I can say that with this reissue, Square Enix has not only satisfied fans but also a new generation of players.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
The story for FF Tactics remained entertaining throughout. As a first-time player, it zigged when I thought it would zag and I will always appreciate when stories in RPGs like this can feel somewhat grounded with a focus on politics, inter-personal relationships and plenty of time for the characters to sit and reflect on the events in-game. Yes, there are still plenty of crystals, magic and other FF staples but Tactics feels like a cut above most other JRPG stories and is now one of my favorites in the Final Fantasy series.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles delivers its gripping tale of intrigue, politics, betrayal, loss, and friendship with full Japanese and English voice acting, enhanced HD visuals (though not in 2.5D pixel art), quality-of-life upgrades, a deep yet demanding Job System, generally challenging battles with especially punishing final bosses, and the option to play the original version—though it’s unfortunate that not all available content was included for greater replay value.
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