| 100 |
Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
Our favorite PS one Final Fantasy. [Nov 2001, p.46]
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| 100 |
Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
Pushing the humble PSone to its absolute limits, Square have done the impossible and actually improved on FFVIII's visuals.
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| 100 |
Core Magazine
Gorgeous graphics, pleasant music, and an engaging (although somewhat cliché) story combine in a fitting conclusion to the PlayStation series of Final Fantasy titles.
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| 100 |
GamePro
It does, at times, go beyond expectations to give gamers a true masterpiece.
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| 100 |
GMR Magazine
The crystals return to the series, along with a four-member party, blue magic, and black mages. [Feb 2003, p.97]
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| 100 |
Hot Games
A triumph of style with a touch of whimsy, this Fantasy is the perfect finale to an era of PS RPG gaming.
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| 100 |
Gaming Age
It just does everything in the most solid way possible. An intriguing storyline, characters you actually care about, tried and true FF gameplay, a memorable soundtrack, beautiful, polished graphics, and not many crazy "systems" to learn and master.
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| 100 |
Daily Radar
If nothing else, Final Fantasy IX is a work of utterly sumptuous beauty, with gorgeous environments, jaw-dropping cut-scenes and detailed characters.
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| 98 |
Gaming Maxx
Square went all out and put together a masterpiece that could only leave us all in anticipation of Final Fantasy X on the Sony Playstation 2.
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| 97 |
Electronic Gaming Monthly
Yet another outstanding FF sequel, this time with a return to its roots. [Jan 2004, p.188]
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| 97 |
Antagonist
It's a cap to all the Final Fantasies and still a masterpiece alone. It's not perfect, but it's as good as traditional RPGs get.
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| 95 |
Happy Puppy
But for the feel of nostalgia bolstered by the still-capable technology of the PlayStation, this game can make you feel actual delight--something that's tough to do in these cynical times.
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| 95 |
netjak
There are so many humorous moments in the game, but at the same time, many emotional moments as well. Throughout my journey, I connected with the characters, as they truly came alive for me. Few games were as engrossing as this, as it really captivated me with its fantastic story and entertaining twists.
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| 92 |
IGN
Final Fantasy could go on forever re-creating its particular spin on the traditional heroic quest, and it would be a success every single time, but I can't help feeling as if something that features this kind of majestic visual craftsmanship ought to host a story built with equal care.
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| 90 |
Gamestyle
A masterpiece of an adventure game. For anyone not to fall in love with it would truly amaze me. Everything is set just right and you are drawn into the story right from the very offset.
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| 90 |
Spank!
The twists and turns of the plot are brought to life on screen in a way that leaves you itching to find out what's round the next corner.
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| 90 |
CNET Gamecenter
Continues the series' long-standing tradition of quality in one of the most compelling RPGs ever. This is the last Final Fantasy game that will appear on the PlayStation, and SquareSoft has definitely saved its best for last.
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| 89 |
Gamezilla!
With a storyline that drew me in more than most games I’ve played recently, graphics quality that I thought was impossible on my TV, and a cast of characters that amused and delighted, I’ve found a game that I love.
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| 88 |
Cincinnati Enquirer
One of the best games in the coveted series and one of the top RPGs of the year.
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| 85 |
GameSpot
As with Final Fantasy VII and VIII, the music arrangements are distinctly synthesized and sound 16-bit.
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| 83 |
Game Revolution
But big steps towards a deeper, more immersive experience haven't been made here. Even the most impassioned player must start asking for more out of the Final Fantasy institution.
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| 70 |
GameCritics
Doesn't offer very much that is new. The game is more than a little formulaic at times, using rehashed bits from other Final Fantasy games and not taking them any further.
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