Final Fantasy was released on December 18, 1987. Inverse's celebration takes a look back at our favorite games, characters, and moments over the years.
“You don’t need a reason to help people.”
Clowns truly are the worst.
The play’s the thing.
A win-win situation.
And it’ll forever remain my favorite entry.
“To be forgotten is worse than death.”
That sweet, sweet groove.
History remembers the victor.
Long day’s journey into night.
Everything FF
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth’s Wildest Song Was Inspired by Run-D.M.C. and Ice-T
A soundtrack for the ages.
Final Fantasy 16 Feels Like a Totally Different Game After “The Rising Tide” DLC
A second shot.
Here’s Exactly How Long It Takes to Beat FFXVI’s The Rising Tide DLC
One last adventure with Clive.
Final Fantasy XIV’s Graphics Update Already Has Players Divided
Time for a makeover.
FF7 Rebirth Slow Sales Could Prompt A Major Shift
The rebirth of indies at Square Enix.
Final Fantasy XVI Patch Changes One of the Game’s Biggest Flaws
A much-needed update.
Final Fantasy 17 Needs to Buck the Series' Biggest Trend
More goofs and gags, please.
Yoshi-P Is Ready for a New Final Fantasy Tactics — And Square Enix Should Listen
Stop living in the past.
FFXIV x FFXVI: Here’s Exactly How to Start and Complete the Crossover Event
Find the flame.
30 Years Ago, Final Fantasy Changed RPG Storytelling Forever
A true turning point.