Final Fantasy XIII Review

Final Fantasy XIII cast artwork
Square Enix released Final Fantasy XIII worldwide on March 9th, 2010 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Featuring an unforgettable storyline, a battle system blending action and strategy, cutting-edge visuals and awe-inspiring cinematic sequences, Final Fantasy XIII promised to deliver the next step in the evolution of gaming. But can it deliver?

System: PS3, Xbox 360
Genre: RPG
Release dates: December 17, 2009 (Japan), March 9, 2010 (International)
Players: 1
Developer: Square Enix
Publisher: Square Enix
Origin: Japan
Rating: ESRB: T, PEGI: 16

“All this dampness is damp.” -Sazh

Cocoon, a human paradise, floats above the world of Pulse. When an ancient entity of Pulse origin awakens on the outskirts of a Cocoon city, paradise is threatened from within. Chosen by destiny, six must choose between saving mankind, and saving themselves.

In Final Fantasy XIII, you will embark on a journey through the cityworld of Cocoon and the outerworld of Pulse. Along the way, you will encounter diverse allies who will fight alongside you. As a deepening crisis threatens to plunge the floating world of Cocoon into chaos, a band of unsuspecting strangers find themselves branded enemies of the state. With the panicking population baying for their blood, and the military all too happy to oblige, they have no choice but to run for their lives. Join them on a desperate quest to challenge the forces controlling their fate, and prevent untold destruction.

Execute powerful attacks with weapons and magic, and summon the enigmatic Eidolons with an evolved Active Time Battle system. Experience seamless transitions between real-time gameplay and in-game cinematics. Do you have the courage to face your destiny?

Here is my review for Final Fantasy XIII!

It would be great to hear your thoughts on the game – if you think I’m totally wrong feel free to call me a doofus, if you agree what do you agree with?

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