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It is a time of war. Galbadia, a Global Superpower, has declared war on Dollet, a country whose training academy is home to two personalities: the hot-headed Seifer and the 'lone wolf', Squall Leonhart. Both are equally at conflict with each other as their country is with Galbadia; to others, Squall appears lacking in team spirit, while...

FINAL FANTASY VIII is a jrpg, rpg and classic game developed and published by Square Enix.
Released on December 05th 2013 is available only on Windows in 5 languages: English, French, Italian, German and Spanish - Spain.

It has received 9,072 reviews of which 8,005 were positive and 1,067 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 5.19€ on Steam with a 60% discount, but you can find it for 3.82€ on Gamivo.

The Steam community has classified FINAL FANTASY VIII into these genres:

JRPG RPG Classic Singleplayer Great Soundtrack Turn-Based Story Rich Fantasy Card Game Sci-fi Adventure Open World Retro Nostalgia Romance Atmospheric 1990's Action Epic Controller

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System requirements

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Windows
  • OS *: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/8 (32/64-bit)
  • Processor: 1Core CPU 2GHz or faster
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: DirectX 9.0c compatible card
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 4 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Integrated sound chip or more

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219 hours played
June 2026
I genuinely recommend this over the "Remaster". Add the "Roses and Wine" mod to fix the music, add the mod that fixes the Quetzacotl sound, and you're good to go.
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26 hours played
June 2026
Final Fantasy VIII is, in my opinion, one of the most underrated games in the entire series and easily my favorite Final Fantasy I’ve played so far. The story really stands out with its focus on Squall and the emotional journey he goes through. It has a more personal tone compared to other entries, and while it can be a bit confusing at times, it has a lot of memorable moments and strong character development. The gameplay is unique with the Junction system, which lets you customize your characters in a very different way compared to other RPGs. It takes some time to understand, but once it clicks, it offers a lot of depth and flexibility. The game also has a really strong atmosphere, from the soundtrack to the world design. It creates a feeling that sticks with you and helps make the experience more memorable overall. Overall, Final Fantasy VIII is an underrated masterpiece in my eyes. It may not be for everyone because of its systems, but it delivers a unique and emotional RPG experience that I personally really enjoyed. Gameplay: 8/10 Very Good | Overall: 9/10 Great
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134 hours played
Feb. 2026
Final Fantasy VIII holds a special place in my heart — the junction system is unlike anything else in the series, and once it clicks, you can spend hours theory-crafting builds or just breaking the game wide open. Triple Triad alone is worth the price of admission, an addictive little card game with surprising depth that I kept coming back to between story beats. The soundtrack is phenomenal, easily one of the best in the franchise, and the atmosphere shifts from militaristic tension to something dreamlike and haunting as the story unfolds. Fair warning though: this PC port has rough edges — controller support is frustrating out of the box, and you'll want to look into mods like Tonberry or FFnx to get the music sounding right. If you're willing to put in a little setup time, this version runs well and has a fantastic modding community behind it.
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65 hours played
Jan. 2026
I thought this was a normal RPG. Then the game told me not to level up. Final Fantasy VIII is a beautiful mess with a combat system that actively punishes you for playing it like a normal person. Instead of grinding, you’re supposed to steal magic, hoard it like a dragon, and be afraid of experience points. The story is dramatic, confusing, and very serious about feelings, destiny, and whatever time travel is doing today. Squall says very little, but when he does, it’s usually “whatever,” which honestly fits the mood. If you enjoy experimenting with weird systems and don’t mind reading guides, this game is rewarding. If you just want to hit things and get stronger, FFVIII will fight you every step of the way. I still don’t fully understand junctions.
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48 hours played
Dec. 2025
You ever notice how the two big Youtubers who hated this game, Spoony and ProJared, both got into serious relationship problems while all the people who adore this game about accepting and holding onto love in a defiant gesture against apathy are all in healthy relationships? Really makes you think...
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Frequently Asked Questions

FINAL FANTASY VIII is currently priced at 5.19€ on Steam.

Yes, FINAL FANTASY VIII is currently available at a 60% discount. You can purchase it for 5.19€ on Steam.

Yes, FINAL FANTASY VIII received 8,005 positive votes out of a total of 9,072 achieving a rating of 8.58.
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FINAL FANTASY VIII was developed and published by Square Enix.

Yes, FINAL FANTASY VIII is playable and fully supported on Windows.

No, FINAL FANTASY VIII is not playable on MacOS.

No, FINAL FANTASY VIII is not playable on Linux.

FINAL FANTASY VIII is a single-player game.

No, FINAL FANTASY VIII does not currently offer any DLC.

No, FINAL FANTASY VIII does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Yes, FINAL FANTASY VIII supports Remote Play on Phone and Remote Play on Tablet. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.

Yes, FINAL FANTASY VIII is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for FINAL FANTASY VIII.

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Rating
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8,005
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Square Enix
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Square Enix
Release 05 Dec 2013
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