Product Overview
- Product Name: Final Fantasy Tactics [Greatest Hits]
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Like New
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes: Pristine condition, flawless disc, immaculate case artwork & manual - Don't miss this great game!
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What's Included
- PS1 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Jewel Case*: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
Final Fantasy Tactics [Greatest Hits] is a tactical masterpiece that redefined the strategy RPG genre and cemented SquareSoft’s reputation for storytelling brilliance. Released in 1998 for the PlayStation 1 and published by Square Enix, this deep and politically charged epic takes players into the war-torn kingdom of Ivalice, where knights, nobles, and mercenaries clash in a complex web of betrayal, faith, and destiny. Players assume the role of Ramza Beoulve, a young nobleman whose journey from idealistic cadet to reluctant hero reveals one of the most intricate and emotionally resonant stories ever told in gaming.
Blending tactical depth with Final Fantasy’s signature world-building, Final Fantasy Tactics features grid-based, turn-driven battles where positioning, terrain, and class abilities are the keys to victory. Its revolutionary Job System allows for immense character customization, letting players combine hundreds of abilities from over 20 unique classes—ranging from Knights and Wizards to Ninjas and Summoners. Each decision, from job progression to battlefield placement, shapes the outcome of your campaign, offering a level of strategy and replay value rarely seen in console RPGs.
With its beautifully hand-drawn battlefields, haunting orchestral soundtrack, and narrative steeped in political intrigue and moral ambiguity, Final Fantasy Tactics stands as one of the most beloved and respected entries in the Final Fantasy series. Its influence can still be felt in countless tactical RPGs that followed, from Disgaea to Fire Emblem. For collectors and RPG purists, it’s not just a game—it’s a defining moment in strategy and storytelling excellence.
Gameplay Features
- Deep tactical combat system where terrain, positioning, and strategy decide every battle
- Extensive Job System featuring over 20 character classes and hundreds of abilities to master
- Complex political storyline set in the war-torn kingdom of Ivalice
- Stunning isometric battlefields and richly detailed sprite animation
- Orchestral-inspired soundtrack composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto and Masaharu Iwata
- Side quests, hidden characters, and secret battles add immense replay value
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Final Fantasy Tactics was directed by Yasumi Matsuno, who previously worked on Tactics Ogre before joining SquareSoft. His signature style of mature, politically charged storytelling helped establish Ivalice as one of the most memorable worlds in the Final Fantasy universe. The game’s intricate script and morally complex characters set a new standard for narrative sophistication in console RPGs.
Though it launched quietly alongside major RPG hits of its time, Final Fantasy Tactics became a cult classic, later achieving critical acclaim and commercial success through word of mouth. It inspired the creation of Final Fantasy Tactics Advance and later served as the foundation for Final Fantasy XII’s lore. Today, it remains a cornerstone of strategy RPG design—a title revered for its depth, emotion, and enduring influence across generations of gaming.
Additional Details
- Variant: Greatest Hits
- Genre: RPG
- Year Released: 1998
- Publisher: Square Enix
- Developer: SquareSoft
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 711719422129
- SKU: 37638
- Format: Sony PlayStation 1 (PS1) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 1 console (PS1 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
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