The best Final Fantasy spin-offs to date
In 1987, we had the first opportunity to experience the world of Final Fantasy. What we didn’t know was that from that point on, a fantastic world full of magic, unforgettable characters, and great action would surprise us over time. Although we already have fifteen numbered deliveries and 16 en route, this fantastic proposal has only just begun.
To round off the Final Fantasy experience a bit more, we have the spinoffs, which never cease to amaze us in totally unique ways. We recently confirmed the existence of a spin-off developed by Team Ninja that will arrive as Stranger From Heaven Final Fantasy Origin. Of course, now is not the time to focus only on what’s to come, but on what we already know.
Have you ever wondered who is considered the best Final Fantasy spin-off? If you are planning to play new proposals to prepare for the next releases or just want to reconnect with the series of games, now is the time. For that, we are going to present to you the list of Final Fantasy spin-offs that are considered to be the best in Metacritic.
10. Dissidia 012: Duodecim Final
Original Release Date: March 3, 2011
How to play it today: PSP
Note in metacritics: 78/100
Too known as Dissidia 012, was presented as a direct prequel to the first exclusive installment for portable PlayStation. Although it was considered by many to be a sequel, the fact that it recounts events prior to the previous episode places it as a prequel. It premiered on March 3 in Japan, officially reaching the rest of the world on March 25. But we were all mesmerized at the same time we could see its playable news and, most importantly, understand the story a little better.
9. Dissidia: Final Fantasy
Original Release Date: September 4, 2009
How to play it today: PSP
Note in metacritics: 79/100
While its sequel is not very far at the top, the original title has won the affection of players. After all, it was the first title to present us with a big challenge with a proposal in which brought together great talents from the works of Square Enix to show not only their skill, but that they don’t want to fall in battle.
8. Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles
Original Release Date: Aug 8, 2003
How to play it today: Nintendo GameCube and Nintendo Switch (remaster)
Note in metacritics: 80/100
We are facing one of the most popular licenses. In its time, the work made its first on GameCube, showing us a polluted world by a strange fog that prevents the life of the four peoples of the world. To survive, villages have a crystal that must be recharged each year with a substance called myrrh. This is how we end up starting our adventure in a world full of dangers and a fascinating history.
7. Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift
Original Release Date: June 27, 2008
How to play it today: Nintendo DS
Note in metacritics: 80/100
After a successful stint on Game Boy Advance with the Tactics saga, its arrival on Nintendo DS was finally well received. Yes not surprising since the story with Luso Clemens it became a big surprise. All the more so when this young hero invited us to accompany him on an intense journey to find his way home in a world full of mysteries and dangers.
6. World of Final Fantasy Maxima
Original Release Date: November 6, 2018
How to play it today: PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PlayStation 4
Note in metacritics: 81/100
Enjoying a lot of adventures with the characters of Final Fantasy is really easy when you get carried away by the proposition present in World of Final Fantasy Maxima. Of course, if you wait for the designs present in the previous works, the answer is quite surprising. After all, we find a proposal that opts for the more relaxed aspect of the characters to give them that colorful and spectacular touch.
5. Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings
Original Release Date: February 15, 2008
How to play it today: Nintendo DS
Note in metacritics: 81/100
Becoming a hijacker is a proposition not to be missed, let alone if we have great characters like Vaan and Penelo by our side, who follow the story we experienced in Final Fantasy XII, although this time with a slightly different approach. Its combat system is completely strategic and its control has been adapted for the Nintendo DS touchscreen, which gave us something completely new in this great experience.
4. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Recall
Original Release Date: September 19, 2014
How to play it today: Nintendo 3DS
Note in metacritics: 83/100
While the action looks great in the world of Final Fantasy, how about the musical style? This is the proposal that shows us this surprising work which in its time was released on Nintendo 3DS for offers us nearly 200 songs
3. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII
Original Release Date: June 20, 2008
How to play it today: PSP
Note in metacritics: 83/100
While the story of Final Fantasy VII may already be surprising on its own, this spin-off has come with the intention of expanding the proposition a bit more. This time, yes, with a prequel in which controlamos a fair of Zack on a mission to try to find another SOLDIER member, Genesis Rhapsodos. In this way we give the opportunity to meet one of the characters who have become one of the clear favorites of many players.
2. Final Fantasy Tactics Advance
Original Release Date: October 24, 2003
How to play it today: Game Boy Advance
Note in metacritics: 87/100
While the sequel is a bit lower at the top, it never got over the affection the first proposal aroused at the time. It is one of the most acclaimed titles and one of the spin-offs that won the affection of the players. In its story we meet four adventurers who will have to uncover the great mystery that prevails in a land full of monsters and great dangers.
1. Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions
Original Release Date: October 5, 2007
How to play it today: PSP, iOS and Android
Note in metacritics: 88/100
When a spin-off becomes a big hit, whatever versions are made, they will always be a big hit. Therefore, it’s no surprise that this spectacular work ended up reaching mobile devices years later. after a successful first on PSP. In this proposal we find the events of a year after the defeat of Ivalice in the Fifty Years’ War. All at a time when the king fell ill and his young heir was barely two years old. Too young to reign, the position passes from one to the other, the fight has only just begun.
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