Final Fantasy VIII Remastered PS4 RPG by Square Enix. Beautifully updated graphics, triple-speed battles, no encounters, the unique Junction System, Triple Triad, and many other new features. Parallel import.

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"Final Fantasy VIII Remastered" PS4 Edition - A beautifully reborn masterpiece RPG - A timeless classic reborn with new charm

Final Fantasy VIII, the eighth installment in the Final Fantasy series, was released in 1999 and captivated many game fans. On September 3, 2019, a new look was released for PS4 as Final Fantasy VIII Remastered. Developed by Square (now Square Enix), the character designs were by Tetsuya Nomura. This remastered version features completely new character models, allowing players to enjoy the game with more beautiful and vivid graphics. The facial expressions of the protagonists and the visuals of the Guardian Forces (GFs) have been significantly improved, allowing players to experience the story's emotional impact even more deeply.

Three new features to improve gameplay

The remastered version features three new features that dramatically improve the gameplay experience.

• 3x speed function
  By pressing the L3 button (pressing the left joystick), you can triple the game speed. Parts of the original game that felt a little slow can be sped up with this feature. Time-consuming tasks like movement, combat, and magic drawing can be completed quickly, allowing you to play the game without stress.
• Battle Enhancement Feature
  By pressing the R3 button (right stick), your HP and ATB gauges will always be at their maximum during battle, allowing you to activate special techniques at any time. By utilizing this function, you can gain an advantage even in difficult battles.
• No Encounter Feature
  Pressing the L3 and R3 buttons (pressing both joysticks) will turn random enemy encounters on and off. This is useful when you want to focus on exploring or when you want to move quickly to a specific location.

The charm of the story

The story of "Final Fantasy VIII" centers around the protagonist, Squall, a member of the special forces "SeeD" at Balamb Garden, a mercenary training school. Squall becomes embroiled in a conflict caused by the "witch" Edea. The story movingly depicts the transformation of Squall, a taciturn young man who has always avoided contact with others, through his encounter with Rinoa, a member of the resistance group "Forest Owls." The story is an epic RPG with themes of growth and love, and the mystery of "dreams" that connect the past and present is also an important element.

Unique game system

"Final Fantasy VIII" has a particularly original system within the series. Its distinctive features are the "Guardian Forces (GF)" and the "Junction" system, which allows you to equip them to your characters. Rather than consuming magic points like in traditional RPGs, the game employs a unique system in which you stockpile magic drawn from enemies and equip them to your ability values. In the remastered version, this card drawing process can be performed more efficiently with a triple-speed function, allowing you to enjoy the fun of strengthening your abilities more strategically. The game also includes the card battle mode "Triple Triad," allowing you to collect cards from all over the world and battle against each other.

Changes in the remastered version

There are also some changes from the original version. The "Going Out Chocobo RPG" feature from the PS version has been removed, but instead, items can be obtained using Rinoa's special skill, "Angelo Search." The design of the GF Siren has also been changed, and the number of times the X-ATM092 needs to be knocked down has been reduced from five to three.

Graphics evolution

In the remastered version, the models of characters and summoned beasts have been completely redesigned, becoming more beautiful and clearer. Facial expressions during battle are more diverse, and GF summoning scenes can be enjoyed with more powerful visuals. This reduces the sense of incongruity compared to pre-rendered movies, further increasing the sense of immersion in the story.

"Final Fantasy VIII Remastered" is not only a beautiful revival of the classic RPG using modern technology, but also adds new features that enhance gameplay, making it the definitive edition. While retaining the rich story and highly flexible system of the original, this title adds new appeal and is recommended for fans of the series as well as those experiencing the world of "Final Fantasy VIII" for the first time.

With the moving story of Squall and Rinoa, an original junction system, and beautifully revamped graphics, FINAL FANTASY VIII Remastered is packed with so much to offer, so why not experience a moving adventure?

*This product is a parallel import of a product officially distributed overseas. The in-game language is English and may not include Japanese.
*Some product specifications may be changed without notice.

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