Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster

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  • Summary: This is the ironically named game that started it all. You take control of the Warriors of Light, off on a journey to defeat four fiends and restore peace to the world.

    So many of the elements of the series that we've come to know and love make their debut right here in this very first    This is the ironically named game that started it all. You take control of the Warriors of Light, off on a journey to defeat four fiends and restore peace to the world.

    So many of the elements of the series that we've come to know and love make their debut right here in this very first entry: a massive world full of mystery, some iconic monster designs and that incredible music.    … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Siliconera
    Aug 9, 2021
    90
    I like the original Final Fantasy, but I honestly haven’t touched it since the PlayStation release. I have tried to pick it up here and there, but find myself getting bored of the grind and the pace. The auto-battle injects so much energy into it that I couldn’t put the game down. Combined with the visuals and music, I just wanted to spend every minute playing Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster. It’s an excitement I haven’t felt for the original Final Fantasy in decades, and I hope the other entries capture the same feeling.
  2. Gamer Escape
    Aug 5, 2021
    90
    The biggest impediment to recommending these games to others is just the fact that, well… in many ways they are slight things. None of these games are terribly long if you know what you’re doing, nor are they tremendously difficult. The stories are not super compelling on their own. They are little games in a way, and they are definitely aged. But if you loved these games before, these remasters are perfect for what they’re trying to do. They’re charming. They feel like a sudden rush of nostalgia not because they’re exactly the games you remember, but the rare form of remaster that does add some stuff on top while still preserving all of the spirit and intent perfectly. And if you’ve never played these games but want to understand why people loved them so much, these are the perfect way to try them out.
  3. RPG Fan
    Jul 29, 2021
    85
    Overall, between the game’s story and gameplay, nothing sticks out as individually exceptional. Still, Final Fantasy comes together as an experience that is better than the sum of its parts. The Pixel Remaster does an excellent job of keeping the surprisingly well-aged gameplay that started the series intact while updating it with more modern pixel art and a beautiful soundtrack. Outside of a few confusing moments and poorly balanced bosses, Final Fantasy is a game I would readily recommend to modern RPG fans, and it’s a great introduction to the genre’s classics.
  4. Hardcore Gamer
    Jul 29, 2021
    80
    The bottom line is Final Fantasy is simply a fun game, and Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster is a remake worthy of the title’s legacy.
  5. Game Rant
    Aug 2, 2021
    80
    For fans of the classic series, or newcomers looking for a quality introduction into the older games, Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster is a great way to experience the series. Then, of course, there are the hours and hours of content across all games in the collection to consider. It isn't perfect, but players can easily get lost in the same stories and endless combat that Square Enix first introduced with the original launch on NES.
  6. Worth Playing
    Aug 4, 2021
    75
    Overall, Final Fantasy: Pixel Remaster is a slight disappointment. It isn't a terrible port, but it feels half-hearted. For a game remade and remastered as often as Final Fantasy, it's easy to compare this release to the others and realize that it doesn't have a ton going for it. The updated visuals are nice, and the remastered music is excellent, but otherwise, it's a slightly easier and slightly more user-friendly version of the original NES game. Choose Final Fantasy: Pixel Remaster if you can't play one of the many other versions that have more content.
  7. RPG Site
    Jul 29, 2021
    70
    I come away from Final Fantasy 1, 2, and 3 looking forward to the remaining games more than I did before. I appreciate the new features like the enhanced bestiary, the auto-combat feature, making grinding friendlier, and I LOVE the new soundtracks. But I hope they manage to address issues like the screen tearing and especially the font before the last three games release.

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User Reviews

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 36
  3. Negative: 7 out of 36
  1. DylanJohn
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    I've played all the versions of 1 that came out in the US, this one is my favorite. Looks crisp, music is amazing, plays well with fastI've played all the versions of 1 that came out in the US, this one is my favorite. Looks crisp, music is amazing, plays well with fast forward and auto battle for grinds, fun achievement system that encourages exploration, maps for every town and dungeon so you can find your way without frustration (they could have added that as like a treasure chest or in town purchase, but either way I'm glad it's in) beastiary to show where monsters are and treasure chest counters per map for those who wish to 100% the game and not go freaking crazy trying to figure out which town or dungeon that last chest is in. Quality of life improvements that, sure, make the game a bit easier, but as an adult with much less free time on my hands than when I was a kid, I sure appreciate those. I was able to 100% the game in 17 hours, which was neat. They should port this to consoles, but review bombing is not the way to go.… Expand
  2. Johnycorreia
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    Awesome remaster of the first game. Looks great in the Steam version. Can not wait to play on my future portable Steam Deck :)
  4. Lekkamnno
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Absolutely brilliant, the music especially, and added effects. Just here to counter the whiny attempt at review-bombing this masterpiece thatAbsolutely brilliant, the music especially, and added effects. Just here to counter the whiny attempt at review-bombing this masterpiece that will of course make it to console eventually. LOL come on, really?… Expand
  5. Jearil
    Aug 2, 2021
    9
    Other reviews are fake and salty it's not on their system, nothing about the game itself.

    Overall I like the remaster. Some nice quality of    Other reviews are fake and salty it's not on their system, nothing about the game itself.

    Overall I like the remaster. Some nice quality of life upgrades like better music and some transition effects along with the ability to quick save. I do think they toned down the difficulty a bit as it seemed too easy. No intentional grinding, but no battles really had much of a challenge. Overall though, a very good game.    … Expand
  6. NaiAsonod
    Aug 5, 2021
    8
    What I liked: remastered music, improved dialogue, auto-battle option, bestiary and the new USEFUL maps.

    What I didn't like: It's too    What I liked: remastered music, improved dialogue, auto-battle option, bestiary and the new USEFUL maps.

    What I didn't like: It's too faithful to the original NES version. I'd have liked for there to be a lot more expanded content, more to do, more to explore, etcetera.    … Expand
  7. L140
    Oct 8, 2021
    8
    Разрывная для своего времени, только не совсем понятно нахуя это нужно в 2021 году
  8. wishpoolson
    Aug 5, 2021
    0
    Game looks worse than the original imo. The gba remake is better looking. This version adds no worthwhile improvements and the graphics are terrible.

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