Final Fantasy Resonance Reviews
Final Fantasy Resonance builds on the foundation of Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius, transforming its source material into a fully realized console RPG while adding enough new ideas to stand on its own. The Vision system and Stagger Battle System add meaningful depth to both combat and progression, strengthening the connection between the game's narrative themes and its gameplay mechanics. Ultimately, Final Fantasy Resonance is both a celebration of Final Fantasy's storied legacy and a compelling RPG in its own right. With its engaging combat, expansive world, memorable cast, and stunning presentation, it delivers an adventure that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly modern.
Final Fantasy Resonance does an outstanding job of recreating what made the classic Final Fantasy games so beloved. Square Enix has been refining HD-2D for years, and Resonance is its strongest showcase yet.
Final Fantasy Resonance masterfully delivers on its promise to bring the Final Fantasy franchise back to its roots, offering an emotional story filled with memorable characters alongside a fun and rewarding combat system. It lays an excellent foundation for the franchise's future, both for the HD-2D formula and for potential mainline entries that may embrace turn-based combat.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Final Fantasy Resonance celebrates the series while reinventing the mobile game it's based on. The writing is great, with deep characters and story moments that stayed with me after the credits rolled. Rain and company are great leads, with the villains being just as strong. Combat is a blast, inviting plenty of experimentation with the Visions, even if the final hours drag with similarly lacklustre dungeons. There may be issues, but they get lost in the bombast, gorgeous cutscenes and environments that make full use of the HD-2D art style. Final Fantasy Resonance is fantastic, and I hope we return to this world for the rest of the mobile game's story arcs. It's one I'd be happy to return to.
If you miss the FINAL FANTASY RPGs built around crystals, magic, abilities, and turn-based battles, RESONANCE deserves your attention. And even if your preference lies with the modern chapters of the series, there's a great adventure waiting for those who decide to get to know Rain, Lasswell, and Fina.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Final Fantasy Resonance turns the foundations of Brave Exvius into a richer, more ambitious traditional JRPG. Solid combat, the freedom offered by the Visions, gorgeous HD-2D visuals, excellent sound, and respectful fan service sustain an adventure of over sixty hours. The story is slow and uneven, and the lack of Italian localization weighs more than expected, but it remains a fun, rich celebration of the saga.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Final Fantasy Resonance is an unforgettable return to the golden age of turn-based RPGs and HD-2D at its absolute finest.
Final Fantasy Resonance is a glorious celebration of Final Fantasy's illustrious history, with fanfare in abundance, and a blend of modern and retro ideals. Boasting pristine pixel-art, a typically superb score, and nostalgia-fueled battle systems, Resonance is a game for Final Fantasy purists that want to revel in all the franchise has offered us down the years.
You can't ignore the fact that this new Final Fantasy game is cleary showing its "resurrected gacha game" aesthetics even with the new HD-2D touch-up. Its story is also pretty standard and hits all the familiar notes despite its charming heroes and side characters. Nonetheless, Final Fantasy Resonance scratches that turn-based JRPG itch you need, albeit in a familiar package.
Final Fantasy Resonance is a purrtastic love letter to classic Final Fantasy, delivering an entertaining journey with gorgeous pixel art, a fantastic soundtrack, and strategic turn-based combat. It’s a must-play RPG for longtime fans and newcomers are welcome to ride this chocobo.
Final Fantasy Resonance proves that looking to the past can be the best way to rediscover a franchise's identity. Square Enix delivers a rewarding JRPG packed with nostalgia, deep combat, and vast exploration. Despite minor narrative flaws and localization limits, it's a triumphant return to classic airships, crystals, and turn-based battles. Sometimes, to move forward, you must remember where you started.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Final Fantasy Resonance shines by balancing the franchise's rich heritage with a modern and exciting pace. The title goes a bit beyond a beautiful HD-2D presentation, delivering agile combat that respects the player's time. The game ensures you care about your team, making Rain and Lasswell's journey an easy recommendation for both nostalgic veterans and those discovering the magic of the crystals for the first time.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Final Fantasy Resonance is a game that stirred up a lot of different feelings in me. While I feel that it stands completely on its own and could be a numbered entry in the series, I also feel that half of the affection I had for the game is due to the weight that the entire franchise carries. These somewhat contradictory thoughts ran through my entire experience, during which I really enjoyed the game, but also had some low points with it.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
«Final Fantasy Resonance» feels like coming home. It delivers everything I’ve missed since «Final Fantasy X»: turn-based combat that makes me think and a story that makes me feel like I’m part of it rather than just watching from the sidelines. On top of that, it boasts the most beautiful HD-2D visuals I’ve seen yet. It’s essential for fans of classic Japanese RPGs – and the best «Final Fantasy» in 25 years, as far as I’m concerned.
Review in German | Read full review
Final Fantasy Resonance is easily one of the best turn-based RPGs of recent times and a standout Final Fantasy title, a love letter to the legendary franchise.
Everything in Final Fantasy Resonance works and fits as it should. The best part is that this can be your first Final Fantasy game, and it'll be a great place to start. Resonance's characters are likable, and the battle system is easy to learn but has enough depth for min-maxers to enjoy. I'm really trying to think about things I don't like about the game, but I can’t. It doesn't get much better than that kind of praise.
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