Final Fantasy VIII Remastered

 Switch
User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 90 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 90
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 90
  3. Negative: 19 out of 90

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  1. GamesDoneRight
    Sep 10, 2019
    8
    This is a great remaster for one of my favorite Final Fantasies to date. The models are crisp and clean and they fixed the soundtrack from the PC port as that was the port they used to remaster. My only complaint would have to be that some of the backgrounds feel weird with these new models throughout the game.
  2. Alaamak
    Sep 10, 2019
    8
    After playing the game for some time . I realized that square did a really good job with remastering the game . Everything ok just as it was before . Except with the amazing new 3d models for the characters and the poorly remastered backgrounds that makes the game looks kinda weird . Otherwise for some one who wants to experience the good old square RPGs or want to reminisce in finalAfter playing the game for some time . I realized that square did a really good job with remastering the game . Everything ok just as it was before . Except with the amazing new 3d models for the characters and the poorly remastered backgrounds that makes the game looks kinda weird . Otherwise for some one who wants to experience the good old square RPGs or want to reminisce in final fantasy 8 . You won't go wrong with this one… Expand
  3. Sandman83
    Oct 13, 2020
    10
    One of the best RPG:s ever made. The Switch version is probably also the best way to play this game since it was originally released.
  4. tesodaking
    Nov 4, 2019
    10
    Sono poco oggettivo con questo titolo. È stato il mio primo final fantasy ed e attualmente il mio preferito, anche più del 7. Peccato che le traduzioni per questa versione switch siano a tratti terribili
  5. Omnislasher420
    Apr 28, 2020
    8
    Gunblades, military schools, teen drama, witches, what’s not to like? The story starts off amazing but was lackluster on act 3, the junction system isn’t for everyone but it works. If you like FF games and turn based gameplay this is for you. With enhanced character models it makes it even more enjoyable. Definitely worth your money too.
  6. albericegames
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Jogo praticamente beira a perfeição!
    Merece levar nota 10 em todas plataformas
    Nesse game você tem vontade de saber da vida de todos personagem, sendo mundo aberto a partir de um tempo podendo explorar onde você quiser.
  7. Ventuski
    Apr 6, 2022
    9
    The best way to enjoy FFVIII nowdays. The speed up makes it smooth to play. Totally worth if you haven't played the original version. If you already did, then it's a nice nostalgic trip to one of the best JRPGs ever made.
  8. LastResource
    Jan 14, 2023
    10
    worth it and glad to play this game again. so much memories and nostalgia within this eighth game in the series.

Awards & Rankings

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#75 Best Switch Game of 2019
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#81 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. God is a Geek
    Oct 17, 2019
    70
    Final Fantasy VIII Remastered doesn't live up to its name and only really succeeds in making Final Fantasy VIII playable on current systems.
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  2. Cubed3
    Sep 27, 2019
    50
    Is Final Fantasy VIII Remastered the best way to play it? It really depends on a few things. Being able to bypass most of its questionable design choices certainly makes it more enjoyable than it was, then again that only highlights just how flawed it was in the first place. So, why bother at all? You may as well play it as it was intended, warts and all. This also applies to the revamped visuals; obviously improved in some areas, but the updated HD character models don't go well with the low-res pre-rendered backgrounds.
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  3. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Sep 16, 2019
    80
    Final Fantasy VIII is a unique experience in the pantheon of Final Fantasy games. It manages to stand out among others in the series with its own voice and personality, in part, due to its strange narrative and specialized Junction system. It’s thrilling to see this game realized again with a quality remaster on the Nintendo Switch. Ultimately, the visual upgrades and additional options make this version the best way to play the game. FFVIII fans won’t be disappointed.
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