Dumbed Down but Still Good! – FINAL FANTASY (Old Ver.) Review

To get it out of the way: this is a port of the PSP version of FF1, which uses the “easy mode” of the game as featured in FF Origins for the PS1 and Dawn of Souls for the GBA. So that means MP instead of spell slots, lower prices all around, and the inclusion of Phoenix Downs, which allow you to revive a downed character without returning to town. All that aside though, it’s still got its challenging moments and is great fun! The graphics are quite impressive, though the hIgh resolution and 10” display on my iPad 6 show some of the imperfections. The music is amazing, maintaining the classic melodies but working in some modern touches to make the tracks pop. All in all, a great way to experience or relive a classic that still holds up today, especially if you’re looking for something a bit less brutal and unforgiving than the original.
Review by bendbars_liftgates on FINAL FANTASY (Old Ver.).