FINAL FANTASY® XIII
Final Fantasy XIII is a fantasy RPG in which a band of brave humans struggle against fate in the utopian sky city of Cocoon and the primeval world of Pulse. Follow stylish heroine Lightning's fast paced battles and high adventure in a mysterious new world.
FINAL FANTASY® XIII is a jrpg, rpg and linear game
developed and published by Square Enix.
Released on October 09th 2014 is available only on Windows
in 5 languages: English, French, Italian, German and Spanish - Spain.
It has received 17,236 reviews of which 12,916 were positive and 4,320 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 5.19€ on Steam and has a 60% discount.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows® XP SP2 or later
- Processor: 2GHz Dual Core CPU
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® Geforce® 8 Series/ ATI Radeon™ HD 2000 series VRAM 256MB or later
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 60 GB available space
- Sound Card: Sound card compatible with DirectX® 9.0c
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Game Summary and Opinion Ignore the "time played"; I've poured well over a 100 hours into FF13 where I can confidently (and controversially) say it's one of my favourite Final Fantasy games. If anything, FF13 is a victim of mistaken identity similar to DmC: Devil May Cry (2013) where it uses a well established IP instead of being a new series of its own; therefore being unfairly judged and criticized because of it. While radically different from other FF games, it's still a thoroughly enjoyable experience that has aged extremely well, better than most FF games I dare say. PC Port and Performance NOW , as for the PC Port itself...ooooh boy...this is a mixed bag if there ever was one so this is more of a "buyer beware" than anything. I do technically recommend this version with a big fat caveat ; that being that this particular port all but requires you to mod and patch the game for an enjoyable experience as the vanilla port is questionable to say the least. It's not unplayable by any means but to say it's less than ideal is putting it mildly as it's even worse than the Xbox 360 port. That being said, once FF13 is properly patched and modded, it quite transformative and suddenly becomes the DEFINITIVE version of the game and it's not even close. It's not perfect by any means as you are still going to experience the occasional framerate hitches but considering that FF13 ran at 30fps on the 7th gen consoles and was lucky to even achieve that, it's still one hell of an upgrade over the alternative. The mods themselves (see mod guide at the bottom) aren't necessarily mods per-se as they don't alter or modify the game but are rather mandatory vanilla enhancements and features that Square Enix SHOULD have implemented from the get-go. FF13 has never looked and played any better than this but ONLY if you patch and mod it. In conclusion; the PC Port of FF13 is both the WORST and BEST version of the game depending on whether or not you put in the time and effort to mod and patch it which may or may not be a deal breaker. If you do plan on purchasing FF13, then it is HIGHLY recommended, if not essential that you mod and patch the game. For reference, this is how I rank the port from best to worst; [*]PC Port (Patched & Modded) [*]PS3 version (FF13 was specifically made for the PS3 and was originally suppose to be a PS3 exclusive until Square Enix decided at the last minute to port the game to the Xbox 360 prior to launch) [*]Xbox 360 version (This version technically doesn't have anything wrong with it. Hell, it's the version I played back in the day, it's just inferior to the PS3 version; particular with things like resolution and sound quality.) [*]Vanilla PC Port (This version is just a port of the Xbox 360 version) Mod List/Guide Upscaled Cutscenes [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/24] 4K/60FPS FMV [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/18] 1080p FMV NOTE : If you are to replace the FMV's; whether it's the native 1080p or 4K Upscales, BE SURE TO CLEAR UP A GOOD CHUNK OF HARD DRIVE SPACE! These files are absolutely massive in size with the 4K upscales in partiuclar being roughly 20GB...each. Visuals & Graphics [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/17] The FF13 HD Project [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/11] HD Models Plus [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/15] Clean ReShade Utilities, Patches & Executables [*][url=https://github.com/rebtd7/FF13Fix/releases] FF13FIX [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/25] FF13FIX-4GB Patch Installer [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/6] FF13 Series Launcher Gameplay Tweaks, Difficulty & Rebalancing (Optional) [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/5] Gameplay Tweaks & Hard Mode [*][url=https://www.nexusmods.com/finalfantasy13/mods/2] Crystarium Editing
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Final Fantasy XIII holds its own with an amazing soundtrack, fast, yet intuitive battle system and high production values for any JRPG. The game is very different from classic games in the franchise, but remains a unique, challenging yet memorable experience worth playing through. It was my first FF and I loved it.
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This is the most underrated installment of the Final Fantasy series; it has a good story, character development, and a new battle style, which some people don't enjoy. You play as Lightning, a solitary young woman who doesn't speak a lot and focuses only on her mission. She is the main protagonist who seeks to save her younger sister, Serah, and as in all of the FF series, she groups up with strangers, and they all end up having the same goal of killing the last villain. I enjoyed the story and the characters, I won't spoil anything in this review because there are many unpredictable good twists in you understand the story well. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3185342870 As for the character's design and graphics, the game still looks solid, the cutscenes are very detailed, and everything looked great in it; the gameplay graphics are still good, but a remaster wouldn't be bad. The items and weapons are pretty tricky to obtain as there is no direct way to earn money other than selling items you collect; the same goes for the leveling, which needs lots of grinding in the second part of the game as the first part is very liner; you'll get access to teleport and explore an open world after a couple of chapters, the one game has 13 chapters, and each one focuses on a specific character as you'll not play Lightning the whole game. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3185306127 The combat system was newly introduced in this game; they called it Command Synergy Battle; you have to farm XP for each character and start building up a strategy; not all the character does the same thing; you'll have to mix between the below roles: [*]Commando (Attacker) [*]Ravager (Magic/caster) [*]Sentinel (Defense) [*]Saboteur (Debuffing) [*]Synergist (Enhancer) [*]Medic (Healer) I played the game when it was out on PS3; this port is not wrong, and I haven't encountered any problems. I've played it using a controller; I haven't tried a keyboard yet. If you are, after gaining all your achievements, you'll have to invest hours into the game. It took me almost 21 hours to play the main story without side quests or trials. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3185315988 Pros: +Good story with twists. +Good English voiceovers. +Interesting and likable characters. +Good combat system. +Great soundtracks. +Good game length. +Manual save. +Steam achievements. Cons: -There are too many names that might make you feel lost and confused at the beginning of the game. If you are a Final Fantasy fan or enjoy RPG games, give this game some love. It needs more attention, and the character's development and storytelling are its strong points. They made it into a trilogy, as two extra games follow this one to continue the story. [*]Final Fantasy XIII-2 [*]Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII I highly recommend it. Other Reviews: [url=https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198071375554/recommended/359870/]FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster Review [url=https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198071375554/recommended/1608070/] CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION Review 𝐹𝑜𝑟 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑣𝑖𝑒𝑤𝑠 𝑐𝘩𝑒𝑐𝑘 𝑚𝑦 𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑜𝑟 𝑝𝑎𝑔𝑒 [url=http://store.steampowered.com/curator/32399565/]𝐹𝑒𝑒𝑛𝑎'𝑠 𝐶𝘩𝑜𝑖𝑐𝑒
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Don't let the people with the attention span of a goldfish or the typical arguments from 2009 by people who didn't even play the game fool you. There is PLENTY to love in this game and everything isn't revealed in the first 20 hours of the story. There's a beautiful world, with a FANTASTIC battle system that can be as complex as you want it to be, auto battle is just an option if you're lazy. If you feel like battles are slogging and taking too long, chances are you are using too much auto-battle. Story and characters can be super campy, but you will find they also have depth to them and are par for the course Final Fantasy characters.
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The Misunderstood Gem in the Series Final Fantasy XIII, often considered a divisive entry in the renowned franchise, deserves a fresh look and a fair appraisal. While some may have found fault with its departure from certain series conventions, it's crucial to recognize the unique elements that make it a gem in its own right. Sadly it must be one of the most misunderstood game of its time. A Visual Spectacle: Right from the opening scenes, Final Fantasy XIII dazzles with its stunning visuals that hold up to today. The game showcases lush landscapes, intricate character designs, and breathtaking cinematic sequences. The artistry of the game is unmistakable, providing a feast for the eyes. Epic Soundtrack: Nobuo Uematsu's absence might be felt, but Masashi Hamauzu steps up admirably with a soundtrack that complements the game's emotional highs and lows. The music adds layers to the narrative, creating an immersive experience that resonates with the grandeur expected from a Final Fantasy title. Linear Design with a Purpose: One of the game's often-criticized aspects is its linearity. However, this design choice serves a narrative purpose, guiding players through a carefully crafted story before opening up to a more exploratory world. The linearity, far from a flaw, is a deliberate choice that fosters a focused storytelling experience. Yes the game is crazy linear no point to hide the truth until Ch 11 where you are thrown into the big map with a lot of secondary mission to kill hardest of the game enemies and grab yourself juicy loot. Like the amount you need to move back and forth and in general around the zones if you wanna do all missions for achievements you will wish and be happy when game goes linear again trust me :3 still a great part of the game and challenge is here. But if you paid any attention to the amazing story it make sense, time is not at all on your side and only way is to move forward when the game give you that free roam part is make sense with the decision taken by the characters. So yea game is a linear corridor, a beautiful one I might add that delivers one hell of a story and journey along the way filled with emotions. Complex Characters and Narrative: Final Fantasy XIII introduces a cast of characters dealing with intricate personal struggles and broader themes of fate and rebellion. The narrative unfolds gradually, rewarding players who invest time in understanding the lore and character motivations. As the story progresses, it becomes clear that the seemingly straightforward plot is a setup for a much larger and emotionally resonant tale. Strategic Combat System: The paradigm shift battle system, although initially not to the liking for traditional JRPG enthusiasts, evolves into a strategic gem. Players need to carefully consider their party's roles and synergies, bringing a level of depth to the combat that sets it apart from its predecessors. Biggest flaws of the combat is that the game does a bad job with the hand holding on the early bit being it for too long in my opinion (first 6-7 chapters) making it feels like a mindless auto-play almost and I say almost because even then you can still do some neat strategic play... preparing aoe attacks and waiting for the enemy to get in the right position to strike them all as an example. Another big issue with combat is the fact they never properly fully explain it. It teaches you how paradigm works and shifting... but never explains that you can instantly charge your ATB bar and crank the fights to 11, another hidden mechanic that you need to discover is how items work and synthesis with each other for bonus effects. Even with its flaws its is in my opinion one of the best form of ATB combat and once you gasp all the hidden mechanics the hole experience just get better. ( I recommend reading this guide for the hidden mechanics) https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1973097081 Unconventional Progression: While the game may not follow the traditional structure of earlier Final Fantasy titles, Final Fantasy XIII's departure from the norm is a deliberate attempt at innovation. The Crystarium system, for instance, offers a unique take on character progression, allowing for a more personalized growth experience. In Conclusion: Final Fantasy XIII, often dismissed for not conforming to established series norms, deserves recognition for its bold experimentation and the merits it brings to the table. It's a visually stunning, narrative rich experience that, when approached with an open mind, unveils itself as a misunderstood gem in the Final Fantasy series. For those willing to embrace its unique qualities, Final Fantasy XIII stands as a testament to the series' ability to evolve and reinvent itself. In the end I must add that this shows what Final Fantasy it supposed to be at least how I personally look into it, is to bring the players on a emotional journey to tell a story while you try to challenge, evolve and reinvent yourself outside the norms and what was already done, recently Naoki Yoshida (Producer of FF XIV & XVI) said in an interview that "Whichever direction the next mainline Final Fantasy takes, he believes it should all stem from a core element of the franchise: "[Final Fantasy] is about challenging what's been done before." And that what Final Fantasy XIII did took a risk to try evolve and reinvent itself, yes the end result might not be on everyone taste and it does not need to be same way how not all JRPG/RPG automatically need to be crazy open world as an example. Hopefully we get to see future mainline even spin-offs games in the series trying to evolve and reinvent them self. P.S. To have a game experience without any issues/crashes I recommend you to use FF13Fix it solves any and all issue that the pc port has,
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430
Developer
Square Enix
Publisher
Square Enix
Release
09 Oct 2014
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