{"id":68778,"date":"2020-09-05T16:30:54","date_gmt":"2020-09-05T16:30:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gamerant.com\/final-fantasy-strangest-spinoffs-ranked\/"},"modified":"2020-09-05T16:30:54","modified_gmt":"2020-09-05T16:30:54","slug":"the-strangest-final-fantasy-spin-offs-ranked-game-rant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itteacheritfreelance.hk\/wordpress\/index.php\/2020\/09\/05\/the-strangest-final-fantasy-spin-offs-ranked-game-rant\/","title":{"rendered":"The Strangest Final Fantasy Spin-Offs, Ranked | Game Rant"},"content":{"rendered":"

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At this point, the quips involving\u00a0Final Fantasy<\/em>‘s<\/a> very\u00a0un<\/em>-final nature have been done to death.\u00a0Yet, there certainly seems to be an element of truth to this tongue-in-cheek notion. For decades,\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>has been a gaming phenom \u2013 going from a last-ditch project by Square Enix to one of the most renowned, grandiose RPG series<\/a> ever.<\/p>\n

Given the tremendous success of the franchise, it’s no surprise that the Japanese studio would continue to capitalize on the branding, churning out countless mainline\u00a0and\u00a0<\/em>spin-off games over the years. As one might expect, this has produced mixed results and various distinct styles. This is especially true\u00a0when it comes to the spin-offs; many of which tend to air on the quirky, more risque side.<\/p>\n

RELATED: Final Fantasy: The 10 Best Spin-Off Games, Ranked (According To Metacritic)<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

With that said, let’s explore 10 of the strangest spin-off games to bear the\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>name.<\/p>\n

10 <\/span>Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles<\/h2>\n
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Fans were excited to learn of Square Enix’s return to Nintendo consoles after a several-year hiatus. What they got after this long wait was a rather unexpected \u2013 albeit interesting\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>spin-off for the GameCube. The recent Switch remaster<\/a> has reminded fans\u00a0just how unique this new take on the franchise was.<\/p>\n

Unlike the mainline series, which has gone in a darker, more cinematic direction, this effort\u00a0takes a kid-friendly approach more akin to\u00a0Dragon Quest<\/em><\/a>. But the most interesting aspect of this ARPG has to be the main mechanic requiring one player to carry a vessel around. This action creates a protective field amidst a sea of poisonous fog. While some have regarded this as cumbersome, Crystal Chronicles<\/a>\u00a0<\/em>remains\u00a0a fun dungeon-crawler and underrated entry in the\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>series.<\/p>\n

9 <\/span>Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes Of Light<\/h2>\n
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In fairness, it’s not like the Nintendo DS<\/a> was known for its ample horsepower or stunning visuals. Regardless, this RPG tends to exude a particular crudeness for a 2010 release. The choppy animation and muddled aesthetic give this the appearance of an early PS1 title, with visuals that would seem to be ripped from a kid’s storybook.<\/p>\n

Still, getting beyond the rough presentation,\u00a0The 4 Heroes of Light\u00a0<\/em>has earned some decent scores, with critics and fans praising it for its majestic tone and back-to-basics approach.<\/p>\n

8 <\/span>Legend Of Mana<\/h2>\n
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While it’s a bit of a stretch to refer to the game\u00a0itself\u00a0<\/em>as directly related to\u00a0Final Fantasy<\/em>,\u00a0this obscure RPG for PlayStation\u00a0does\u00a0have its origins as a\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>spin-off dating back to the Game Boy. While\u00a0Final Fantasy Adventure\u00a0<\/em>and its SNES follow-up,\u00a0Secret of Mana<\/a><\/em>,\u00a0emphasized action and more straightforward gameplay, this sequel offers some interesting twists.<\/p>\n

RELATED: All The Mana Games Ranked<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Beyond the vibrant hand-drawn visuals, Legend of Mana<\/em>\u00a0also takes a more creative, non-linear approach with its progression and navigation. Its “Land Make” system has the player generate the structure of the game world by plopping Artifacts on the map \u2013 which alters the dynamic of each area.<\/p>\n

7 <\/span>Crystal Defenders (2011)<\/h2>\n
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Given Final Fantasy<\/em>‘s\u00a0fantastical elements and emphasis on combat, it would seem only natural that the series would get its own version of a tower defense game. The most notable entry in this subseries is a 2011 release for PS3, PSP, Xbox 360, Wii, and mobile devices.<\/p>\n

Fans of the renowned\u00a0Final Fantasy Tactics\u00a0<\/em>will recognize some similar elements to that classic \u2013 just with quite a bit more action-laced insanity rather than in-depth strategy. The game bombards players with tons of recognizable critters and foes, who mindlessly march down a predetermined path.<\/p>\n

While it’s fairly simple, it’s a fun little diversion for tower defense fans who fancy them some\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>flair.<\/p>\n

6 <\/span>Final Fantasy Record Keeper<\/h2>\n
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Considering this one sounds more like a literary archive of\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>than a video game, one should expect a unique experience with\u00a0Final Fantasy Record Keeper<\/em>. This basic romp, made by Japanese mobile giant DeNA, is really a celebration of old-school\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>more than anything else.<\/p>\n

The game pummels players with an array of turn-based battles<\/a> of classic bosses from the franchise’s past. Beyond the intuitive point-and-click interface, this\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>medley excels in its variety of distinct boss behaviors and traits, many of which are drawn from previous titles.<\/p>\n

5 <\/span>Theatrhythm Final Fantasy<\/h2>\n
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Much like Nintendo dabbled in\u00a0rhythm romps with its fusion of The Legend of\u00a0Zelda\u00a0<\/em>and\u00a0Crypt of the NecroDancer<\/em><\/a>, Square Enix took its series in a dance-inducing musical direction with this one.<\/p>\n

RELATED: Final Fantasy: 10 Most Underrated Playable Characters<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Fans of\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>lore and its epic soundtrack should get a kick out of this overtly cute spin-off, with classics like “One-Winged Angel” comprising the rhythmic-based gameplay.\u00a0The onslaught of\u00a0button and joystick cues gives\u00a0Theatrhythm\u00a0<\/em>a vibe that feels one-part\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>and one-part\u00a0Guitar Hero<\/em>,\u00a0DDR<\/em>, or\u00a0Gitaroo Man<\/em>.<\/p>\n

4 <\/span>Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life As A Darklord<\/h2>\n
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Once again, the title alone should be a hint as to the relative weirdness of this one. Being a fairly obscure tower defense game for WiiWare,\u00a0Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life As A Darklord<\/em> didn’t exactly draw much attention. This game very much does its own thing compared to many Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>titles, though this isn’t necessarily bad.<\/p>\n

Even within the tower defense genre, this Square Enix spin-off offers a distinct twist with its side-viewed perspective and battles that occur\u00a0inside\u00a0<\/em>a tower. The game meshes rock-paper-scissors combat with tactical building and placements, rounding out a surprisingly fun showdown.<\/p>\n

3 <\/span>Final Fantasy: Airborne Brigade<\/h2>\n
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Airborne Brigade\u00a0<\/em>stands as a fairly average \u2013 albeit interesting \u2013 social game for mobile devices, and perhaps one of the most obscure in the franchise.<\/p>\n

The game presents some<\/em> of the classic\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>elements like Chocobos, turn-based combat, and fantasy lore centered around crystals, though that’s largely where the similarities end. It may not exactly captivate in terms of presentation or depth. Yet, the appeal lies in its simplicity, and the ability to play with friends to knock out missions, secure items, and grow stronger.<\/p>\n

2 <\/span>Final Fantasy All The Bravest<\/h2>\n
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This 2013 mobile title can be filed under the\u00a0category of “misfire” in\u00a0addition to being outright strange.<\/p>\n

RELATED: Final Fantasy 14: 10 Of The Rarest Minions To Obtain<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Fans have commented on\u00a0All the Bravest<\/em>‘s absurd simplicity and passive nature, to the point where it\u00a0can only barely be called a “game,” let alone a\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/i>experience. The game presents players with a battlefield chock-full of random fantasy caricatures, each of whom performs basic hacks on foes when touched. It’s tough to find a redeeming quality about this romp other than some charming pixel art and intuitive touch-based controls.<\/p>\n

1 <\/span>Final Fantasy World Wide Words<\/h2>\n
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If a rhythmic-based take on the RPG epic sounded bizarre, try this Japanese-only typing game whose “combat” involves swiftly pecking keys on a mobile device.<\/p>\n

Rather than emphasizing depth or narrative,\u00a0World Wide Words\u00a0<\/em>stresses fast reaction times and quick thinking. In this sense, the experience feels more like an exercise in cognition or school module more than a\u00a0Final Fantasy\u00a0<\/em>title. It’s perhaps not surprising this one never saw a worldwide release, given its rather niche gameplay.<\/p>\n

NEXT: The Complete Timeline of Final Fantasy Games (So Far)<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n

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