Summary
- Powerful Limit Breaks in Final Fantasy change the tide of battle against tough bosses.
- Clive, Tidus, and Zack all have unique Limit Breaks that make them formidable fighters.
- Understanding characters' abilities and mastering Limit Breaks are crucial for success in battles.
Final Fantasy is a series full of amazing combat moves that dish out a ton of damage. This is especially true in the case of Limit Breaks, where desperate characters channel all their rage and fury to unleash devastating attacks.
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The best Limit Breaks in the series can be used reliably, boast a ton of power, and can eliminate enemies in no time. These powerful Limit Breaks can change the tide of battle in a flash, making them invaluable against the toughest bosses in their respective Final Fantasy games.
8 Semi-Prime
Clive Can Channel The Power Of Ifrit
Final Fantasy 16
- Released
- June 22, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG
After realizing that he could wield the power of Ifrit, Clive's Limit Break gauge was finally unlocked. After filling up this bar to a certain extent, he could Semi-Prime himself and channel Ifrit's fiery power to beat his foes to a pulp.
This Limit Break can be used frequently to let Clive unleash supercharged attacks on his foes. It may not be the most powerful Limit Break in the series, but its lack of battle-ending power is made up for by the sheer frequency with which Clive can enter this state in battle.
7 Blitz Ace
Tidus Hits Enemies Multiple Times Before Blasting Them With A Blitzball
Final Fantasy 10
- Released
- December 17, 2001
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Mild Blood, Mild Suggestive Themes, Violence
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
Tidus is a protagonist who takes a while to win over players, with his personality being rather overbearing at first. However, his earnestness and stubborn nature eventually win over players, especially when they see what he's willing to do to save Yuna and the world of Spira itself.
This is a sentiment that somewhat applies to his ultimate Overdrive, too. At first glance, seeing him whip his sword around a few times before punting a blitzball at his opponent isn't all that appealing. Eventually, this Overdrive becomes fun to use, especially with the added detail that the character Tidus has the strongest bond with, will throw the ball he smacks with a Jecht Shot to pulverize his foes.
6 Digital Mind Wave
Zack's Emotions Help Him Channel The Powers He Learns From His Friends
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 boasts one of the most unique Limit Break systems in the series. Zack has constant access to a Digital Mind Wave, appearing as a slot machine that lets him use powerful attacks if certain characters align.
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Zack calls upon the bonds he shares with other characters to utilize altered versions of their moves in battle. It helps combat appear flashy while also having a narrative significance that highlights Zack's friendships.
5 Highwind
Cid Calls His Airship To Launch A Bombardment On Foes
Final Fantasy 7
- Released
- January 31, 1997
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Blood, Fantasy Violence, Language, Mild Suggestive Themes
- Genre(s)
- RPG
Cid has one of the most diabolical Limit Breaks in the entire series. He can bring Highwind's ballistic powers into battle, launching eighteen missiles at targets for immense damage.
It's a ridiculously powerful attack, to the point where fans wonder why Highwind isn't tailing the party in every battle to help them enjoy the power of these explosive missiles. This Limit Break alone is enough to convince players to keep Cid in their party against the toughest boss fights in the game.
4 Lion Heart
Squall Cuts Enemies Down To Size With His Powerful Limit Break
Final Fantasy 8
- Released
- February 11, 1999
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
Squall's Renzokuken is a powerful Limit Break that can end with a finishing blow for the ages. His ultimate attack is Lion Heart, which is unlocked only after players craft his strongest weapon.
Lion Heart hits multiple times for immense damage before dropping enemies on their heads. This adds insult to injury for an over-the-top attack that is strong enough to one-shot most bosses with ease.
3 Duel
Zell's Limit Break Can Be Optimized To Deal The Most Damage In The Game
Final Fantasy 8 veterans are aware of how exploitable Duel is in the right hands. Trying to build up to a finishing blow is fun in its own way, but the true strength of Zell's Duel comes when players input the simplest commands quickly to rack up the damage numbers.
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In capable hands, Zell's Duel is capable of inflicting more damage than Squall's Lion Heart, which is no mean feat. Landing Punch Rush and Booya over and over again may not be all that engaging, but it's a strategy players should prioritize against the strongest bosses in the game.
2 Omnislash Version 5
With His Fusion Swords, Cloud Can Unleash One Of The Most Flamboyant Limit Breaks
Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children
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- September 14, 2022
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Director
- Tetsuya Nomura
Final Fantasy 7: Advent Children may boast more style than substance, but this isn't necessarily a bad thing. After all, the flashy combat sequences are a joy to witness in this movie, especially with the reveal of Cloud's new Fusion Sword.
After being pushed to the limit against Sephiroth in their final battle, Cloud's rage overflows, and he unveils a flashier version of the Omnislash that looks incredible. He sends all the blades of his Fusion Sword into the air, using them to chain a multitude of attacks that put Sephiroth down for the count as the hero saves Gaia once again.
1 Armiger Unleashed
Noctis' Strongest Limit Break Is No Joke
Final Fantasy 15
- Released
- November 9, 2016
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen: Language, Mild Blood, Partial Nudity, Violence
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG
Final Fantasy 15: Royal Edition is easily the best version of this video game that fans can enjoy. It enhances various sections of the game, comes bundled with all the DLC, and lets Noctis enjoy an upgraded version of his Limit Break.
Armiger Unleashed is ridiculously powerful and can decimate the strongest enemies in the game with ease. It's a testament to the Crown Prince's boundless power that the mightiest enemies around will bow to Armiger Unleashed's might once players master their moveset in this state.
- Creation Year
- 1987
- Developer(s)
- Square Enix
- Publisher(s)
- Square Enix
- Creator
- Hironobu Sakaguchi
- Latest Release
- Final Fantasy 16
- Creator(s)
- Hironobu Sakaguchi