Final Fantasy VIII

 PlayStation
User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1236 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,043 out of 1236
  2. Mixed: 119 out of 1236
  3. Negative: 74 out of 1236
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  1. BryanM.
    Dec 2, 2006
    9
    This is a very good game I also like the mini game. My only problem was the graphics it looks like they tried to make it look so good but they really made it look bad.
  2. DavidR.
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    Definitely one of my three favourite games. The story is fantastic, the characters are engaging (I still cry when I listen to 'Eyes on Me' from my soundtrack CD - yes I bought that too), and the gameplay is brilliant. Some people say that FFVII is better. Those people should not be believed - they allow their inability to use the junctioning system properly (it really is quite Definitely one of my three favourite games. The story is fantastic, the characters are engaging (I still cry when I listen to 'Eyes on Me' from my soundtrack CD - yes I bought that too), and the gameplay is brilliant. Some people say that FFVII is better. Those people should not be believed - they allow their inability to use the junctioning system properly (it really is quite simple, and very effective, if you sit through the two-minute tutorials) to obscure the fact that FFVIII is superior in every major element you look for in an RPG (aside from being twice the framerate as well!). Utter perfection.… Expand
  3. LyanH.
    Jun 30, 2006
    10
    The best FF by square so far. One hour play will turn into days, Trust me I know.
  4. [Anonymous]
    Jun 17, 2006
    7
    This was a pretty good game. It just didn't get me hooked on as much as FFVII did. I know it's kind of hard on this game since it's the first to come out after FFVII which is believed one of the best RPG's despite the graphics now. I mean... it has to live up to its name. The thing that really annoyed me was that it took ages to get magic out of monsters and you This was a pretty good game. It just didn't get me hooked on as much as FFVII did. I know it's kind of hard on this game since it's the first to come out after FFVII which is believed one of the best RPG's despite the graphics now. I mean... it has to live up to its name. The thing that really annoyed me was that it took ages to get magic out of monsters and you can't equip your people. Well junction is ok..... but i mean all the time wasted in drawing magic just pisses me off. This game is quite good though i would recommend it to people that are into RPG's.… Expand
  5. KatS.
    Apr 21, 2006
    8
    Even though FFVIII does not pass FFVII's storyplot and characters, it is a good example of an excellent rpg game. It's addictive and quite interesting. From the battling to the storyline including its music scores. If you don't like it, its probably because you haven't taken the time and heard negative comments. Its one of the greatest rpg and even videogame you can Even though FFVIII does not pass FFVII's storyplot and characters, it is a good example of an excellent rpg game. It's addictive and quite interesting. From the battling to the storyline including its music scores. If you don't like it, its probably because you haven't taken the time and heard negative comments. Its one of the greatest rpg and even videogame you can encounter (play).… Expand
  6. JohnH.
    Jan 23, 2006
    10
    If you have played Final Fantasy VII and thought about getting VIII, then do so! It
  7. Time_devil
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    Great game, great characters, great music. I highly recommend it.
  8. Pauline
    May 3, 2005
    9
    I personally thought this was a great game. The setting and characters truly moved me. And the musical score was just absolutely superb. Although some of the characters didn't receive great character development, it was the two main ones that was truly great. Although there are many flaws in the game, I highly recommend it.
  9. Nightkin
    Mar 27, 2005
    10
    The best Final Fantasy game to come out on PS, or possibly ever up to that point in time. FF VIII far surpasses Final Fantasy VII in graphics, story and ingenuity. It is perhaps people's attachment to FFVII's novelty when it first came out that make their bias judgments for it so liberal and judgments for this one so harsh.
  10. LawrenceP.
    Feb 14, 2005
    10
    This is the best freaking game on the planet and this is in the year 2005!
  11. PiotrS.
    Nov 20, 2004
    10
    The GReatest Game ever.
  12. NaomiM.
    Nov 4, 2004
    10
    This game is not a mockery, i really like it and the story, yeah, its got some problems, but they all do! This is one of the best! Better than 7!
  13. M.Ingram
    Oct 2, 2004
    8
    A good game, but not a perfect one. The draw command is time consuming and the magic it draws much too weak. The aim of the game, whilst on VII focused on a single objective, never seems sure and changes wildly, even in the last few hours. Play VII first before you call this game anything near 'incredible', or 'fantastic'.
  14. JesseI.
    Mar 26, 2004
    10
    One problem. Magic system.otherwise perfect for any gamer.
  15. DragonKnightofFinalFantasy
    Feb 15, 2004
    6
    A mockery of Final Fantasy but not bad the battle system is pretty crummy though and none of the girls are hot I mean look at Questis she is 18 but looks like she's 30!But the story is good and it is Final Fantasy so you still feel like you're having a pretty good time. Go buy FF7 instead.
  16. Josh
    Jan 21, 2004
    10
    One word- Perfect.
  17. IvannaP.
    Dec 30, 2003
    10
    This is the greatest game ever...the storyline is awesome and the gameplay i superb....i would recommend any rpg gamer to get this game...NOW!......even though its like a long time ago.
  18. BenN.
    Nov 28, 2003
    10
    THE God of all games, i'd truely say this is the best game EVA, an im sayin this on the date 27/11/2003, this games blows away any PS2 game with ease, this truly is in a league of its own ! ! ! impressively astonishing !
  19. JimK.
    Dec 30, 2002
    10
    I loved this game, because of how well-put this game was made. The romantic storyline intersecting with the main character trying to save the world, was really nice. The FMV movies in the game are spectacular! Maybe as good as FFX's. You would feel sorry if you missed out on this great Final Fantasy game.
  20. Leon
    Dec 6, 2002
    10
    This game is great. It has great graphics and a very unique storyline. It really is a great game worth playing.
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Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best PS1 Game of 1999
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#1 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1999
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#3 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1999

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. GMR Magazine
    90
    Things were more "real" this time around. [Feb 2003, p.97]
  2. Gamestyle
    80
    Unfortunately while the game is graphically superior to FFVII, in terms of setting, story and controls it lags way behind.
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  3. Absolute Playstation
    98
    Spanning four discs, this is a massive RPG. You can try and skate through it in 50 hours but can easily spend over a 100 hours playing if you decide to take on all of the side games, collect all of the Cards and experience all there is to experience from this game.
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