Final Fantasy VI Advance

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  • Summary: This title are more than a simple port of the SNES classic — every aspect of the games has been reviewed and enhanced. Additionally, a host of brand-new elements has been seamlessly merged with the original game, providing unexpected surprises for longtime fans. With new dungeons, newThis title are more than a simple port of the SNES classic — every aspect of the games has been reviewed and enhanced. Additionally, a host of brand-new elements has been seamlessly merged with the original game, providing unexpected surprises for longtime fans. With new dungeons, new job classes, and other exciting features, both old-school players and newcomers can enjoy this genre-defining FINAL FANTASY title in a portable format.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. G4 TV
    100
    Final Fantasy VI Advance not only set the bar for RPG's in the 16-bit era, it sets a standard that few games reach in the modern era of gaming. This game won't win any beauty pageants, but easily makes up with any shortcomings with story and customizations.
  2. My Gamer
    96
    This game alone should extend the life of the system for a while longer.
  3. GameCube Advanced
    95
    Having one of the greatest RPGs ever made in your pocket is simply too awesome not to recommend.
  4. PALGN
    90
    The game that changed a series, and this GBA remake is near perfect. We went close to giving it a higher score, but if you like RPGs at all you really should buy this game.
  5. Pocket Gamer UK
    90
    The best of the three GBA re-issues, Final Fantasy VI Advance is a timeless dollop of role-playing adventure gaming.
  6. Game Informer
    90
    Final Fantasy VI is one of the best RPGs ever made, and this version doesn't sacrifice any of its inherent awesomeness. From the huge cast of characters and their special moves to the memorable scenes like the opera house event, it is all intact and as good as you remember.
  7. GameDaily
    80
    One of the Game Boy Advance's last role-playing games, Final Fantasy VI Advance also proves one of its best.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 66 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 71
  3. Negative: 2 out of 71
  1. RPGROB
    May 18, 2011
    10
    This was the DEFINITIVE RPG game during the SNES era, and now it's on the GBA. Everything about the game is the same, aside from a specialThis was the DEFINITIVE RPG game during the SNES era, and now it's on the GBA. Everything about the game is the same, aside from a special dungeon you may explore after the game is over for the GBA version. However, the dungeon is rather boring and forces you to use multiple parties of characters in order to travel through it. It doesn't detract from the game experience though, as it is optional. You set off on an epic quest to save the world from a madman set out to destroy anything and everyone on his path to world dominance, one of the greatest villains of all time in any game, in my opinion. It has one of the greatest endings too. Sure, you might defeat him at the end of the game, but who really wins? You have to play yourself to find out! :)… Expand
  2. AB
    Jul 8, 2007
    10
    Absolutely rewarding gameplay and a spectacular plot makes Final Fantasy VI the best in the series. Excellent sidequests, an Absolutely rewarding gameplay and a spectacular plot makes Final Fantasy VI the best in the series. Excellent sidequests, an emotionally-superior story, dynamic characters, gorgeous music, and portability as an added GBA bonus make this one of the greatest RPGs in the history of gaming.… Expand
  4. houjo2000
    Oct 13, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Final Fantasy VI- the best game ever made, period. Each character has better character development than the entire cast of pretty much all games coming out today- not a big deal? Well, how about swallowing the fact that this game also has more characters than pretty much any other game- a whopping 14 playables, plus a few briefly playable. Best video game villain ever. Listen to the soundtrack- every single track fits the spot it plays like a glove, with the most powerful emotional scenes in a game matched by an equally masterful score. Oh, not only that- it would take you longer to listen to the music alone than to beat the newest Call of Duty.. scratch that, the newest two CoDs.

    The simple sprites get the job done, and still display emotion better than most JRPG characters these days.

    This game is awesome- I could live another eighty years and still never see a game this good again.    … Expand
  5. Speedwagon
    May 19, 2018
    10
    La mejor versión de uno de los mejores RPG de la historia. Excelente en todos sus aspectos, no creo que descubra a nada de este juegoLa mejor versión de uno de los mejores RPG de la historia. Excelente en todos sus aspectos, no creo que descubra a nada de este juego analizándolo a día de hoy. Recomiendo especialmente esta versión a los hispanohablantes porque posee una magnífica traducción al castellano, y mantiene el aspecto gráfico maravilloso y la sólida interfaz del original, cosa que no hacen las otras versiones traducidas como la de PC o móviles. Además, jugarlo de forma portátil en GBA o DS es una gozada.… Expand
  6. Tilapia-chan
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A Dragon's Den foi uma adição perfeita pra esse game, além das espers novas. De longe a melhor versão de um jogo perfeito… Expand
  7. FFVI
    Jul 17, 2023
    10
    O melhor título de JRPG que joguei, pois aqui a Square colocou tudo oque tinha de melhor em enredo, gameplay, personagens e trilha sonora.
  8. ZackAbraham
    Jun 3, 2020
    0
    If forced at gunpoint, I would still choose FF7 over FF6. FF7 is the type of game that makes me want to play other Final Fantasy gamesIf forced at gunpoint, I would still choose FF7 over FF6. FF7 is the type of game that makes me want to play other Final Fantasy games including 6. FF6 just does not have that same charm. The towns are repetitive. 14 characters is great in quantity, but lacking in quality, especially in story exposition, something FF7 achieved way better. The story of FF6 was bland, the villain even blander, like some ripoff Joker. The bosses were jokes too, all super easy to defeat once the right magic and equipment were obtained. FF6 gets too much hype among Final Fantasy purists. If there is one thing I agree on, it is that FF6 is the one in serious need of a remake. Who knows: improve the graphics to modern standards, and FF6 may become so much better to play. Then can one seriously compare 6 and 7.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2007
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#1 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2007
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#1 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2007