Final Fantasy Resonance earns strong early reviews

gamingOct 20, 2026461,574

Final Fantasy Resonance landed with review embargo lifts and critics calling it a charming HD-2D return to classic turn-based Final Fantasy gameplay. Conversation is centering on the Vision system as the engine of flashy, deeply customizable combat, Vaan emerging as one of the most useful Visions, and the soundtrack and pixel art receiving near-universal praise. At the same time multiple voices point to an underwhelming, clichéd story, creating a split between players obsessed with systems and those left wanting more from the narrative. Some players describe long playthroughs and even planning days off to dive in, underscoring how the game’s combat and presentation are driving immediate enthusiasm.

Jason Schreier

@jasonschreier.bsky.social

Pleased to report that the new game Final Fantasy Resonance is *tremendous*, a must-play for anyone who loves the SNES Final Fantasy games and hopefully the beginning of a new Square strategy to produce both 3D and 2D games moving forward.

7234h ago

dropkickCHARNEL6

does the script get any better than it was during the demo because i genuinely quit playing because of how bad it was

Michael Gulliver5

This is the review I was waiting for! 😊 You convinced me to try Metaphor Refantazio a couple years ago and I'm so glad you did. I loved the demo of Resonance and am delighted that the full game is great! Love your work, have a great day!

Matt McCulla2

still waiting for my hd-2d chrono trigger remake

rattatatouille2

I think Team Asano has the 2D or HD-2D front secure; the difference is that FF Resonance is the first non-rerelease game in a long while to be of that production value with the "Final Fantasy" brand.

Alex1

I was determined to ignore it as I have only very sporadically liked what they’ve done for about 25 years and then played the demo on a lark a couple weeks ago and went oh no it’s good

Congratulations. It’s a potato.1

The demo was fun as hell, surprisingly huge, and sold me 100%. I mean I already love FF, but the demo sealed the deal.

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John “Mr. Sir” Phipps5

Yes God YES YES YES FUCK YES

Pietro Marano3

Can’t wait to play it… once I finish Fortunes Weave and Ocarina of Time 🙃

Aelynn 🇨🇦 FanFest@Home3

I will be picking this up. There's also another hot Cid ( if he's in it ) so....

The Muznick2

Personal opinion and probably a hot take for some turn based Final Fantasy > real time Final Fantasy

Nadia Oxford

@nadiaoxford.bsky.social

I’m thrilled to announce Final Fantasy Resonance is terrific, and devastated to announce Vaan is one of the most useful visions in the game. Thanks to GI for letting me review it! ❤️❤️❤️

2374h ago

Nadia Oxford39

Some people are saying the writing and characters are bad. It’s important that you don’t believe them.

DevinMayCry3

Vaan yet again sitting amongst cooler heroes by just being extremely competent at everything except conversation.

Scoob19782

It should be illegal to release a FF game and a Castlevania game at the same time

Ultan O'Connell2

I won't stand for Vaan slander Nadia

NOLAnerdcast aka Your Bestie1

I had no reason to think Bartz would be a top tier Vision, and yet here we are

Shivam Bhatt1

Oh I cannot wait. Ffbe stans unite!

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eric van allen18

so glad we got Nadia on GI to review this! be sure to check out the video review too. making it felt like a little USgamer revival, in a way.

John “Mr. Sir” Phipps3

YEAH YEAH YEHA YEAH YEAH YEAH

Shinobi602

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814h ago

gabesaidwut.bsky.social1

lmao Eurogamer, always the silly contrarians. They also gave Alan Wake 2 a 3/5.

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Quoth4

The number of must-play games that have come out in the last two or three months is just... I can't. I concede. I'm drowning in FOMO. My wallet can't keep up. I need a second and third job.

Game Informer

@gameinformer.com

It may have one foot planted in the series' history, but in a time when mainline Final Fantasy is still figuring itself out, Final Fantasy Resonance is easy to recommend. Our review: gameinformer.com/review/final...

454h ago

Palette Swap

@paletteswap.site

Final Fantasy has returned to a turn-based system, and it feels like coming back to your favorite show. paletteswap.site/tru...

484h ago

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Spookycyte2

TIL Palette Swap does reviews, and what a wonderful one this is! The saturday morning cartoon analogy is golden, because playing the demo brought me back to my youth. Can't wait to play this. Also, dear @paletteswap.site, do tell the author that yes, he should play FFIV. It's lovely.

Nova Crystallis

@novacrystallis.com

Our review of Final Fantasy Resonance is currently in-progress—we'll be sharing it soon!

384h ago

lex luddy needs a nap

@lexluddy.xyz

I reviewed Final Fantasy: Resonance. I had high hopes for this one, but it ends up being a rote and unpolished slog that feels less like a celebration of the franchise and more like a half hearted rendition of RPG hits with little to get you invested. Read here: www.gamerguides.com/final-fantas...

224h ago

NOLAnerdcast aka Your Bestie

@nolanerdcast.bsky.social

After over a month and over 82 hours, I am thrilled to report that Final Fantasy Resonance is incredible! This game is the zenith of pixel art wizardry, with a battle system that grants some truly bonkers builds thanks to the Vision system. Go play this ASAP! My full review: youtu.be/6noMz0ioUn0

204h ago

Hayes Madsen

@solfleet.bsky.social

I got to review Final Fantasy Resonance - and ultimately great little RPG that builds a fascinating foundation for the future. One of the best turn-based combat systems in years. But it lacks the thematic core that make the best Final Fantasy games timeless.

223h ago

MICHAEL HIGHAM

@brazyazn.bsky.social

reviewed Final Fantasy Resonance, liked it a lot! despite an underwhelming story, it still has its moments. but really, it's an achievement in how HD-2D can look and move, making the turn-based combat and exploration more exciting. and dawg, this soundtrack got BANGERS. www.ign.com/articles/fin...

253h ago

RPG Site

@rpgsite.net

We also have a new feature covering how Final Fantasy Resonance looks and feels across Switch 2, Switch 1, Switch 1 on Switch 2, Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and AYN Thor based on the full game build: www.rpgsite.net/feature/2158...

234h ago

Andes Chucky

@wendeego.bsky.social

if you like final fantasy resonance, did you know that fans have been making final fantasy-like games for years? gonna do a quick thread

174h ago

JessEviltelli

@mamavitelli.bsky.social

Everyone talking about final fantasy while I’m out talking about flying a plane around WuHu Island

244h ago

Matt Sowinski

@mattsilversoul.bsky.social

Final Fantasy Resonance rules. Combat is flashy and engaging thanks to the Vision system, characters and story are strong, and it's just so much fun. My review for @consolecreatures.com www.consolecreatures.com/final-fantas...

114h ago

🌙🦇

@lunasgrief.bsky.social

i think i will take off thursday to play final fantasy resonance 🫣

203h ago

Rayqh🎃🍤1

I’m def taking Thursday off to play resonance lol

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