Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Is Out Now

Good morning, fellow tacticians! I'm excited to say that Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, the long awaited remaster of the PS1 tactics classic, is officially out now! We're very excited for this one because it isn't just a re-release; it's a loving enhanced revival of Square Enix's crown jewel in turn-based strategy. Now this epic tale of betrayal, politics, and pixel-perfect battles is available on modern platforms with enhances graphics and gameplay improvements. There has never been a better time to experience this gem.

What's New in The Ivalice Chronicles?

In addition to the beloved story, characters, and battles here are some of the features exclusive to this remastered edition.

• Stunning Visual & Audio Upgrades: Fully voiced dialogue brings the noble houses of Ivalice to life like never before, paired with graphical enhancements that make those isometric battlefields pop on your 4K screen.
• Quality-of-Life Magic: An optimized UI, streamlined menus, and smart features like auto-save and rewind mean you can focus on outsmarting heretics instead of wrestling with clunky controls.
• Cross-Platform Play: Available on PS5, PC, Switch, and Xbox, now you can dive in wherever your adventure calls!
• Bonus Goodies: Includes the original War of the Lions content, plus new side quests and a digital art gallery for the lore hounds.

Whether you're a veteran who's dusted off your PS1 copy a hundred times or a newcomer brought in by all the recent excitement, this is your chance to lead Ramza through a war-torn world where every choice echoes through history.

Critical Reception: Critics Declare a "Total Victory!"

The early reviews have come rolling in, and the consensus is clear: This remaster is a triumph that's breathing fresh air into a timeless classic. On Metacritic, it boasts a stellar Metascore of 88 based on 63 critic reviews. with 98% positive reviews, and just a small amount of mixed feedback. Critics are raving about how it honors the original's depth while making it more accessible than ever.

Standout features include the fully voiced cutscenes which you can hear in the trailer above, and the UI tweaks that smooth out the originals rough edges and avoid any potential frustration while playing. One reviewer called it "the definitive way to experience Ivalice's intrigue," while another hailed the graphical polish as "a love letter to fans who waited 20+ years."

What are you waiting for? Queue up your job classes, rally your party, and let's reclaim Ivalice together.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles for Nintendo Switch and PS5 - $49.99 at Amazon

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