![]() This recommendation is less about experiencing what Final Fantasy XVI might be like rather than what Final Fantasy XVI will definitely not be like.įinal Fantasy XVI seems to take the series the farthest from its console RPG roots yet. Octopath Traveler 2Īvailable on: Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 Nevertheless, Stranger of Paradise offers a fast-paced action game with familiar Final Fantasy trappings that-at the very least-could satisfy your next-gen Final Fantasy cravings, especially if you find a few friends to play it with while waiting for Final Fantasy XVI. To be clear, we’re not saying Final Fantasy XVI will play much like Stranger of Paradise aside from the fact you control a single character in combo-heavy battles, and Final Fantasy XVI’s story seems much more grounded than Stranger of Paradise’s frankly bonkers storyline and dialogue. ![]() Unlike the turn-based combat of classic Final Fantasies, Stranger of Paradise is a mission-based action RPG based on the gameplay of Team Ninja’s popular Nioh series. Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is a prequel to the original Final Fantasy from 1987 co-developed by Team Ninja and Square Enix. Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy OriginĪvailable on: PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox Oneįinal Fantasy XVI is notable for its more “western” take on fantasy and action-focused combat, but it’s not the only recent Final Fantasy title aimed at western audiences. And while the combat systems are quite different, Final Fantasy XVI will also feature AI-controlled companions at various points throughout the game, somewhat like Final Fantasy XII’s gambit system. According to what we know about the game so far, Final Fantasy XVI will feature large explorable zones, monster-hunting side quests, and a globe-trotting adventure, all of which you’ll find in Final Fantasy XII. There are also potential similarities in the gameplay of Final Fantasy XII and XVI. In fact, Final Fantasy XVI’s setting, characters, and art direction even feature homages to Ivalice’s many nations and characters. Like Final Fantasy Tactics and other games set in Ivalice, Final Fantasy XII’s story deals with war and political strife-much like we’ve seen from Final Fantasy XVI. It might not be every Final Fantasy fan’s first pick (unless you’re like me and think it’s the best in the series), but Final Fantasy XVI’s producer, Naoki Yoshida, is a well-known fan of Yasumi Matsuno, Final Fantasy XII’s original director and the creator of the Ivalice setting where FFXII takes place. While one could suggest just about any of the previous 15 Final Fantasy games, Final Fantasy XII is the only mainline, single-player entry we’re including on this list. ![]() Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac AgeĪvailable on: PC, Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One And hey, if you used to play the game on Xbox 360 or PlayStation 2, there’s an online tool to help you recover your old account and character data. While FFXI still requires a monthly subscription to play (starting at $12 per month), it’s often discounted on Steam, and new players get a free month to try out the game. Luckily, much of the game is now solo-friendly, and AI party members can stand in for other human players if you need them. There’s still a main story in FFXI (and it’s woefully overlooked by series fans), but experiencing that content requires more patience and teamwork. Traveling the world can be long and dangerous-not to mention the combat, crafting, and character progression systems are entirely different. FFXIV emphasizes clear goals through questing and instanced dungeons, whereas Final Fantasy XI is more like a sandbox where your objectives aren’t always linear. However, the gameplay is entirely different despite both being MMOs. As for its connections to FFXVI, FFXI features a dark, politically-driven storyline similar to what we’ve seen from FFXVI’s trailers-and something FFXIV players will appreciate.įinal Fantasy XIV players will also recognize XI’s many playable races and job classes, all of which were the bedrock of Final Fantasy XIV’s world. It takes patience to get into FFXI these days, but if it clicks, you’re in for one of the most immersive experiences in the entire series ( trust me). Despite its age, Final Fantasy XI’s retail servers are still up and running on PC, with millions of active players. If you’ve already played Final Fantasy XIV, or you want to see what Square Enix’s other successful Final Fantasy MMO was like, Final Fantasy XI is absolutely worth playing.
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