Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin

 PC
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. Hooked Gamers
    Apr 24, 2023
    84
    Stranger of Paradise is a game that has a bit of a slow start and the painful edginess of Jack contrasting with the world around him can be difficult to take seriously, but if gamers can persevere through that the combat more than makes up for it, making for a very fun game - and as time passes the surreal contrast of Jack begins to make more and more sense. That being said the game is a little bit of an investment at first, but once the ball starts rolling Stranger of Paradise is a fantastic Action RPG with very engaging combat that’s all centred around a fun and compelling Job mechanic that helps gamers play the way they want as they quest to kill Chaos and bring balance back to the world.
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 23, 2024
    80
    Do you like fast action games? Go for it. Do you like Final Fantasy? Go for it, but be patient. Do you enjoy JRPG-style co-op action? Don't hesitate. It has its flaws, but within the FF family of spin-offs, it's one of the best games across platforms. [Issue#327]
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  3. The Mako Reactor
    May 15, 2023
    80
    A year later, Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin on PC is a great game held back by technical issues. The game itself has excellent combat, variety, brilliant music, and a lot of heart. Stranger of Paradise and Theatrhythm Final Bar Line are my current favorite Final Fantasy spin-off games, and I hope to see the former improve through potential updates on PC.
  5. Worth Playing
    Apr 24, 2023
    80
    Your assessment of Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin depends on what you're looking for. If you're looking for a deep and serious story, you'll be severely disappointed. Even as it holds some Easter eggs for longtime fans of the series, the dialogue and characters and haphazard way it's all told will only appeal to fans who love bad but ultimately lovable cult classics. If you enjoy action games, this is a surprising treat that takes the Nioh base mechanics and loosens things up to make it more appealing. It's a fun title that's worth trying out — despite what the initial trailer might have led you to believe.
  6. But Why Tho?
    Apr 14, 2023
    80
    Like a good dad joke, Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin may not be for everyone, but it grew on me and in the end, I loved every minute of it.
  7. Jeuxvideo.com
    Mar 14, 2022
    75
    Thanks to the variety of jobs offered and the customization of his hero, the player can easily renew his way of playing to never get bored.

Awards & Rankings

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#80 Most Discussed PC Game of 2022

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 155 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 119 out of 155
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 155
  3. Negative: 26 out of 155
  1. AgooNoct
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    Jack's story was incredible; the final 2 hours of this game made me cry a lot. The gameplay is top-notch, and while the game does haveJack's story was incredible; the final 2 hours of this game made me cry a lot. The gameplay is top-notch, and while the game does have performance issues and a clunky beginning, the core concept, narrative and essence of the game really shine through.
    Jack did it his way. I'm going to remember his story for the rest of my life    … Full Review »
  2. Running_P0ppy
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. The game talks about chaos and there is this guy that wants to kill it, without actually realizing chaos isn't a physical being, and thus, you can't kill it.
    100/10 would raccomend    … Full Review »
  3. lcja
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    Thanks to a friend recommending it to me otherwise I wouldn't check out this game, just find out that it's just a very good action game andThanks to a friend recommending it to me otherwise I wouldn't check out this game, just find out that it's just a very good action game and tons of fun!… Full Review »
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