"Final Fantasy" is one of the most iconic and influential video game series, created by the Japanese company Square Enix (formerly Square).
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- Genre: "Final Fantasy" is a series of role-playing games (RPGs) that combine elements of adventure, strategy, fantasy and exciting narrative.
- Beginnings: The first "Final Fantasy" game was released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) console. It was a risky production that was to be Square Enix's last project, hence the name "Final Fantasy." However, the game was a great success and launched the entire series.
- The plot: Each game in the "Final Fantasy" series offers a unique storyline and fantasy world. Some titles are completely unrelated, while others may share common elements such as characters or worlds.
- Characters and Worlds: The series is famous for its wealth of characters, both main characters and supporting characters. The worlds depicted in the "Final Fantasy" games are diverse, ranging from magical kingdoms to futuristic cities to steampunk environments.
- Combat System: Different installments of the series used different combat systems. Some games used turn-based systems, others real time, and sometimes combinations of both.
- Graphic: Graphics in "Final Fantasy" games have been significantly developed over the years. At first they were simple 2D, but over time the series moved to 3D, offering visually impressive environments and characters.
- Famous Music: The music in the "Final Fantasy" games is composed by Nobuo Uematsu and other composers. It has gained great recognition and has become an integral part of the series' identity.
- Cultural Impact: "Final Fantasy" influenced not only the video game industry, but also pop culture. Numerous characters, musical themes and story elements from the series have become pop culture icons.
- Titles and Spin-offs: The "Final Fantasy" series consists of main numbered installments (e.g., "Final Fantasy VII") and many spin-offs, prequels, sequels and other related productions, such as "Final Fantasy Tactics" and "Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles."
- Follow-up: "Final Fantasy" continues to this day, with new installments still coming out on various platforms. The series continues to evolve, adapting to changing trends and technology.
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- Numerology in Titles: "Final Fantasy" game titles often include Roman numerals in their numbers, such as "Final Fantasy VII" and "Final Fantasy XV." This is a reference to numerology and exclusivity, suggesting that each game is a unique and special story.
- The plot of "Final Fantasy VI: In "Final Fantasy VI" there is a famous sequence in which one of the main characters, Kefka, gains powers and transforms into an antagonistic "divine clown" style character.
- Technical Realism: "Final Fantasy VII" became famous as the first game in the series to use 3D CGI graphics, allowing for more detail and more dramatic sequences.
- Chocobo: This distinctive bird named "Chocobo" is a permanent fixture in the "Final Fantasy" games. He has become a kind of mascot of the series and appears in various characters and roles in different games.
- Music by Nobuo Uematsu: Composer of music for many "Final Fantasy" games, Nobuo Uematsu created iconic musical pieces such as "Aerith's Theme" and "One-Winged Angel." His music has become an integral part of the "Final Fantasy" experience.
- Pop Culture References: The "Final Fantasy" series often includes references to pop culture, such as characters from other video games, movies and literature.
- Mini-games and Supplemental Activities: Many "Final Fantasy" games include mini-games and side activities, such as card games or internet cafe games, which allow players to take a break from the main storyline.
- Server Overloads: The release of "Final Fantasy XIV" in 2010 was so unsuccessful that it caused server overload and general criticism. The producer eventually had to shut down the original version and initiate the successful "Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn" project.
- Transmission Models: Moving from primarily console titles to games available for multiple platforms, the "Final Fantasy" series has often become a model for future games as a service, with regular updates and expansions.
- Gameplay Experiments: Many games in the series, such as "Final Fantasy X-2" and "Final Fantasy XIII-2," experimented with different gameplay mechanics and narrative structures.