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Final Fantasy II Anniversary Edition
Mixed or average reviews
Based on 31 critic reviews
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Game Info
Publisher: Square Enix
Developer: Square Enix
Genre(s): Role-Playing Game
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)
Release Date: July 24, 2007
Summary
In FINAL FANTASY II, a malevolent emperor has called upon monsters from a demonic realm to take over the world, ending what seemed to be an eternal period of peace. Thousands of lives succumb to their attacks, leaving many children orphaned. From the destruction rise four young survivors who will take it upon themselves to stop the merciless ruler and avenge the death of their parents. This all-new anniversary edition contain the best treatment of the classic RPG and features all-new character art, updated graphics, new dungeons, full 16:9 widescreen presentation and an updated camera view that gives players a new vantage point. [Square Enix]
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What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
PSM Magazine
It feels much more fun and fresh than its predecessor. [Aug 2007, p.83]
Console Gameworld
Great blast from the past, although the experience mechanics could be a bit better. Overall, 2D has never looked so sweet
Read Full Review >GamePro
These complaints aside, Final Fantasy II is yet another great addition to the PSP's slowly improving library and really shows off the care and attention that Square Enix puts into its remakes. [Aug 2007, p.88]
Read Full Review >GameZone
Exciting turn-based battles that grow tiring from time to time. The strategic elements are the most interesting.
Read Full Review >Gamers' Temple
Final Fantasy II is an interesting blast from the past for those die hard FF fanatics. Others may not enjoy the fantasy so much thanks to a very odd leveling system.
Read Full Review >Cheat Code Central
A wonderful little game that is a must buy for any Final Fantasy fanatic. The revamped graphics, sounds, story, and additional content make the game a valuable addition to your PSP.
Read Full Review >GameTrailers
Final Fantasy II is a game that sports a refreshed look and feel, but a noticeable lack of added features and content puts a damper on this celebration.
Read Full Review >GameSpy
For those who are interested in some slightly-skewed nostalgia and the freedom to manipulate their characters' skills on a microscopic level, Final Fantasy II is a perfect time sink of RPG pleasure.
Read Full Review >GameDaily
The battle system wears thin quicker than expected and the story comes across as a little flimsy, especially when compared to more current Final Fantasy games. Nevertheless, it offers hours of enjoyment.
Read Full Review >Worth Playing
You'll most likely find that your level of interest in this game will be based more on your love for the Final Fantasy franchise than the quality of the product.
Read Full Review >PSM3 Magazine UK
It's old-fashioned, but definitely worth playing for a little bit. [May 2008, p.79]
Games Master UK
A good story with strong production values, but get the first game. [Apr 2008, p.85]
IGN
But for anyone who can see past Square Enix's flagship branding, there isn't any one aspect of Final Fantasy II that pushes it into the "must try" zone.
Read Full Review >1UP
It's hard to argue that the minor tweaks to FFII -- though improvements they may be -- really justify its being sold individually when it's previously been packed together with the original Final Fantasy so many times.
Read Full Review >Games Radar (in-house)
If you’re a serious fan of Final Fantasy and have somehow yet to play the second installment, this is a fairly solid re-make that will at least bolster your appreciation for the series’ roots.
Read Full Review >Game Informer
Now that these two games have been separated, it is all too plain why this substandard adventure has never been able to stand on its own legs. [Aug 2007, p.103]
Read Full Review >Game Almighty
Although Final Fantasy II isn't one of the better Final Fantasy games, it's an interesting cog in the 20-year history of the series, and shows how much the series has grown and evolved since its inception.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
The updated graphics are pretty, but the chaotic leveling system and aged gameplay don't hold up very well.
Read Full Review >Pocket Gamer UK
Unquestionably visually and aurally stunning, but in the end Final Fantasy II manages to somehow be simultaneously forward-thinking and painfully anachronistic.
Read Full Review >AceGamez
This is the worst Final Fantasy game, and that is a very hard thing to say for a diehard FF fan such as myself.
Read Full Review >G4 TV
Final Fantasy II is the first to truly deliver that experience of being transported to a world filled with fluffy yellow birds and medieval flying machines.
Read Full Review >Gaming Nexus
As much as I enjoy all things Final Fantasy, I find it hard to recommend this version of the game. It has already been released on two other consoles, and the game play has not been changed at all.
Read Full Review >RPG Fan
Perhaps in the course of the nearly 30 hour romp I had through Final Fantasy II, I missed some mystical item that magically makes the game fun and so I was never able to actually appreciate the full worth of the game.
Read Full Review >Electronic Gaming Monthly
Ultimately, Square Enix really ought to have put this and the first game on one UMD... [Aug 2007, p.82]
Digital Entertainment News
They should perhaps forget about the half-hearted measures and just stop putting out these cosmetically-enhanced, half-effort retreads and forge ahead with something new already. Like Parasite Eve 3!
Read Full Review >Jolt Online Gaming UK
It’s still taking the piss though, and Square Enix should be ashamed of themselves for being so lazy and cheeky. Twenty pounds each? Piss off.
Read Full Review >Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
While the story is strong the clunky gameplay will irritate. [Dec 2007, p.108]
GameShark
For better or worse, random battles pop up on the screen at a pretty high rate. While this will help in the quest to get stats and skills boosted, it becomes pretty tedious after awhile.
Read Full Review >Deeko
While the storyline and plot are more exciting than what we saw in the original Final Fantasy, the rest of the game is pretty damn bland, with the soundtrack being the game's one glimmering moment.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
Final Fantasy 2 Anniversary is a grand game to pick up if you're intent on playing it in an updated format made solely for the PSP, but not a good enough value to warrant purchasing it on curiosity or the nostalgic magnetism that draws gamers to remakes in the first place.
Read Full Review >Eurogamer
Final Fantasy II was a poor videogame in 1988 and no amount of spit and polish will perform the necessary shifts to its foundations to produce a good one in 2007.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.5 (out of 10) based on 2 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
