{"product_id":"final-fantasy-iii-nintendo-ds-very-good-loose","title":"Final Fantasy III - Nintendo DS (Very Good, Loose)","description":"\u003c!-- ==================== PRODUCT OVERVIEW ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Final Fantasy III\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew or Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn Case or Loose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== WHAT’S INCLUDED ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNintendo DS Game Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual \/ Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A (Loose Cart)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A (Loose Cart)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Type*:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A (Loose Cart)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c!-- ==================== GAME DESCRIPTION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGame Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Four unlikely heroes. Four legendary crystals. One unforgettable journey to restore the balance between light and darkness! In \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Fantasy III\u003c\/strong\u003e, a young adventurer named Luneth discovers a mysterious crystal that sets him on a destiny far greater than he ever imagined. Joined by Arc, Refia, and Ingus, he must travel across a magical world filled with ancient kingdoms, hidden dungeons, dangerous monsters, and powerful secrets. This \u003cstrong\u003eturn-based Japanese RPG (JRPG) for Nintendo DS\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a beloved chapter of Square Enix's legendary franchise to life with colorful 3D environments, cinematic storytelling, and the timeless thrill of classic fantasy adventure.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Your greatest weapon isn't a sword or spell—it's the freedom to become almost anything! The celebrated \u003cstrong\u003eJob System\u003c\/strong\u003e allows all four heroes to change character classes, mastering specialized abilities as Warriors, Black Mages, Dragoons, Summoners, Ninjas, and more. Experiment with different party combinations, discover powerful equipment, and adapt your strategy to overcome increasingly formidable enemies. With beautifully redesigned towns, atmospheric dungeons, and an enchanting musical score, this \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo DS cartridge adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e transforms the original 8-bit classic into a richly detailed handheld RPG while preserving the strategic depth and rewarding progression that made early Final Fantasy games so memorable.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    From the floating continent to the mysterious Crystal Tower, every new destination brings another challenge worthy of the \u003cstrong\u003eWarriors of Light\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sail across vast oceans, take to the skies aboard magnificent airships, and confront legendary creatures through traditional menu-driven battles where careful planning can mean the difference between victory and defeat. The Nintendo DS remake introduces distinct personalities and expanded backstories for its four protagonists, adding emotional depth to an adventure originally released only in Japan. For longtime Final Fantasy fans and collectors of classic Japanese RPGs, this ambitious remake offers a remarkable opportunity to experience an important chapter of the series in an entirely new form.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eGameplay Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLead \u003cstrong\u003eLuneth, Arc, Refia, and Ingus\u003c\/strong\u003e through a sweeping fantasy adventure to restore the four elemental crystals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaster the \u003cstrong\u003eJob System\u003c\/strong\u003e, switching among 23 character classes to build versatile, battle-ready parties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCommand \u003cstrong\u003eturn-based battles\u003c\/strong\u003e using physical attacks, powerful magic, special abilities, and summoned creatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExplore the floating continent, ancient ruins, hidden caves, and the formidable Crystal Tower in fully realized 3D.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTravel by ship, submarine, and \u003cstrong\u003eairship\u003c\/strong\u003e to uncover distant kingdoms, secret locations, and new challenges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUnlock advanced jobs such as \u003cstrong\u003eNinja and Sage\u003c\/strong\u003e while collecting rare equipment and refining your party's strategy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Trivia or Fun Fact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Fantasy III\u003c\/strong\u003e originally debuted for Japan's Famicom in 1990, but its \u003cstrong\u003e2006 Nintendo DS remake marked the game's first official North American release\u003c\/strong\u003e, introducing Western players to an adventure they had missed for more than 15 years. Developed by \u003cstrong\u003eMatrix Software\u003c\/strong\u003e and published by Square Enix, the remake replaced the original 2D presentation with fully polygonal 3D graphics, expanded the storyline, and gave the four previously unnamed heroes individual identities and personalities. The original game also introduced the franchise's iconic \u003cstrong\u003esummoning magic\u003c\/strong\u003e and greatly expanded the Job System first explored in Final Fantasy, establishing gameplay traditions that would influence numerous later entries in the series.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== ADDITIONAL DETAILS ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== e.g. Standard Release, Nintendo Selects, Collectors Edition, NFR ==================== --\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e RPG\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Released:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Square Enix\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matrix Software\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESRB Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e E - Everyone 10+\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 662248906133\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4040\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo DS Video Game Cartridge (Authentic physical release)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo DS System (DS Handheld Console)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e NTSC (North America, Canada)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== IMPORTANT INFORMATION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNintendo DS cartridges play on:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Nintendo DS systems, plus all Nintendo 3DS and 2DS systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged.\u003c\/strong\u003e Listing above indicates if it's \"OEM\/Original\" or \"Aftermarket.\" Aftermarket cases typically differ in color \u0026amp;\/or build quality from original Nintendo DS cases. 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