Summary
- Final Fantasy games with amazing 3D graphics keep fans engaged for hours, with excellent spinoffs and mainline entries.
- Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy surprises fans with compelling gameplay and an increased roster of characters.
- Final Fantasy 14 overcame a rocky launch to become one of the best modern MMOs, offering fun gameplay and a riveting story.
Final Fantasy games are known for featuring amazing graphics that always push the boundaries of how fantastical and exciting video game visuals can be. This is especially the case when the franchise moved to 3D, wowing fans with every title that was released, which made the most of its 3D graphics.
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The best Final Fantasy games with amazing 3D graphics are titles that will keep fans engaged for hours on end. From entertaining spinoffs to incredible mainline entries that are in a class of their own, there's no shortage of excellent Final Fantasy titles that fans will love.
8 Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy
An Excellent Fighting Game Spinoff
Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy
- Released
- March 22, 2011
- ESRB
- t
- Genre(s)
- Fighting
Fans never expected Dissidia Final Fantasy to be such a compelling title. This game brought over the major heroes and villains from each mainline Final Fantasy title to make for a compelling experience that fans will love.
Players who want to check out the definitive Dissidia experience should give the 012 edition a shot. It's basically a complete version of the first PSP game with a greater roster of characters, allowing players to enjoy the ambitious tale this spinoff fighting title has to offer.
7 Final Fantasy 12
Boasts An Epic Narrative And A Huge Overhaul For The Combat
Final Fantasy 12
- Released
- October 31, 2006
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T For Teen due to Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Partial Nudity, Suggestive Themes
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
Final Fantasy 12 is a huge evolution for the series that clearly learned a lot of lessons from its predecessor. The inclusion of a hybrid combat system that merged real-time and turn-based elements made for a fun combination that fans love.
Vaan may not be the most engaging protagonist, but the other characters make up for it. All of this combines to help Final Fantasy 12 stand out as one of the most beautiful and captivating games in the series, with a story for the ages.
6 Final Fantasy 4
The 3D Remake Is Challenging And A Ton Of Fun To Play
Final Fantasy 4 (3D Remake)
- Released
- July 22, 2008
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E10+ For Everyone 10+ Due To Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
Final Fantasy 4 combined its recurring elements with an excellent story to make for the perfect package. Fans who missed out on the original title were glad to find out that a 3D Remake existed that helped players experience this classic with a fresh coat of paint.
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The faithful of Final Fantasy 4's 3D Remake are just the tip of the iceberg. The voice acting helps powerful cinematic moments feel more impactful, while the increased difficulty is a welcome challenge for players who feel like most Final Fantasy games are a bit too easy for their liking.
5 Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion
A Prequel To The Main Game That Had No Business Being So Compelling
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion
- Released
- December 13, 2022
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen due to Blood, Violence
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion is a much-needed updated release that lets fans enjoy the definitive version of this prequel. Fans love how modern the combat feels, allowing players to be more aggressive in combat than ever before.
It helps that Zack can equip several powerful materia to enhance his options in combat. This, coupled with the remastered visuals, ensures that Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion looks and feels great to play.
4 Final Fantasy 14
Turned Its Reputation Around To Become The Best Modern MMO Fans Can Check Out
Final Fantasy 14
- Released
- August 27, 2013
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen - Language, Mild Blood, Sexual Themes, Use of Alcohol, Violence
- Genre(s)
- MMORPG
Final Fantasy 14 suffered a rough launch that could've completely obliterated any faith players had in this game. Thankfully, under the watchful gaze of Yoshi-P, the title relaunched under the moniker A Realm Reborn and eventually transformed into one of the greatest modern MMORPGs of all time.
The fun gameplay loop and a surprisingly riveting story made Final Fantasy 14 accessible even for players who weren't used to MMOs. It helps that the visuals look remarkable and will leave fans in awe as they explore one of the many worlds in this game.
3 Final Fantasy 7
The Most Popular Title In The Series By A Country Mile
Final Fantasy 7
- Released
- January 31, 1997
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Blood, Fantasy Violence, Language, Mild Suggestive Themes
- Genre(s)
- RPG
The first-ever AAA game that highlighted how important marketing was to a game's success, Final Fantasy 7 is a legendary title that fans still can't get enough of. The story of Cloud and his friends as they try to stop Shinra, only for a greater threat to rear its beautiful silver-haired head, is something fans can't get enough of to this day.
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It's easy to see why the popularity of this game convinced the developer to remake this title into a trilogy of lauded JRPGs. However, there's something about the original that still resonates with fans and makes Final Fantasy 7 infinitely playable to this day.
2 Final Fantasy 9
A Love Letter To The Franchise's Past
Final Fantasy 9
- Released
- July 7, 2000
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Violence, Mild Language
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
Final Fantasy 9 is a charming title that combines the best of classic and modern Final Fantasy into one delectable cocktail. The end result is a title many players hold near and dear to their hearts.
The charming cast of characters, coupled with visuals that have aged timelessly, help this title stand out as one of the best Final Fantasy games ever made. The fact that its art style looks notably better than the two Final Fantasy games preceding it is a testament to how ahead of its time the 3D graphics of Final Fantasy 9 were.
1 Final Fantasy 10
The Greatest Game In The Series For Many Fans
Final Fantasy 10
- Released
- December 17, 2001
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Mild Blood, Mild Suggestive Themes, Violence
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
With the dawn of the PlayStation 2, there was added pressure on SquareSoft to perform with their latest Final Fantasy entry. With voice acting, beautiful visuals, and a story for the ages, Final Fantasy 10 surpassed all expectations to become one of the best games in the series.
It's a testament to the game's solid writing that even a protagonist who seems overbearingly annoying ends up being one of the best main characters in a Final Fantasy game. Ending Spira's cycle of destruction is something fans will be invested in as they help their favorite heroes reach new heights.
- Creation Year
- 1987
- Developer(s)
- Square Enix
- Publisher(s)
- Square Enix
- Creator
- Hironobu Sakaguchi
- Latest Release
- Final Fantasy 16
- Creator(s)
- Hironobu Sakaguchi