blummer102
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The mainline Final Fantasy games, especially since FF7, have generally alternated between traditional fantasy-based settings and ones that are more rooted in modern day, science fiction-influenced worlds.
My not-so-elegant breakdown:
FF 1-5: Fairly traditional fantasy worlds with the occasional dose of light sci-fi. (FF4's stuff on the moon.)
FF 6: Similar to the first 5 games but combines the fantasy with a steampunk vibe, making it unique in the series.
FF7: Brings sci-fi and cyberpunk elements into the mix. The first FF game to embrace what I like to refer to as "Anime Bullshit." (This is a term of endearment.)
FF8: Goes deeper with more sci-fi stuff. Continues the Anime Bullshit trend but also introduces Asian Drama Bullshit. (This is perhaps not a term of endearment.)
FF9: Returns to traditional fantasy trappings. The only Final Fantasy game that has actually aged well and seems like a representation of the entire series.
FF10: A combo of Okinawan fantasy and sci-fi, though the emphasis on fantasy is heavier. Brings back Anime Bullshit/Asian Drama Bullshit but arguably pulls it off stronger than FF8.
FF11: I haven't played this one, but I've seen enough of it to know that its world was predominantly medieval.
FF12: Basically medieval Star Wars. It's a more high-tech fantasy variant, but the feel of the game radiates hardcore Renaissance Europe-influenced Matsuno goodness.
FF13: Back to sci-fi Anime Bullshit, except now we have Waifu Bullshit in the mix as well.
FF14: It's secretly a lot like FF12, medieval Star Wars all over again! The secret weapon of the FF series.
FF15: The feel is more modern day sci-fi than the last few games. The return of the Anime Bullshit with an important distinction - this time it's Husbando Bullshit.
Which style do you prefer? Judging from the pattern and by how much Square is milking FF15 we might be due to a return to more traditional fantasy with FF16. Or they might just keep that style for FF14 and give us more husbandos.
My not-so-elegant breakdown:
FF 1-5: Fairly traditional fantasy worlds with the occasional dose of light sci-fi. (FF4's stuff on the moon.)
FF 6: Similar to the first 5 games but combines the fantasy with a steampunk vibe, making it unique in the series.
FF7: Brings sci-fi and cyberpunk elements into the mix. The first FF game to embrace what I like to refer to as "Anime Bullshit." (This is a term of endearment.)
FF8: Goes deeper with more sci-fi stuff. Continues the Anime Bullshit trend but also introduces Asian Drama Bullshit. (This is perhaps not a term of endearment.)
FF9: Returns to traditional fantasy trappings. The only Final Fantasy game that has actually aged well and seems like a representation of the entire series.
FF10: A combo of Okinawan fantasy and sci-fi, though the emphasis on fantasy is heavier. Brings back Anime Bullshit/Asian Drama Bullshit but arguably pulls it off stronger than FF8.
FF11: I haven't played this one, but I've seen enough of it to know that its world was predominantly medieval.
FF12: Basically medieval Star Wars. It's a more high-tech fantasy variant, but the feel of the game radiates hardcore Renaissance Europe-influenced Matsuno goodness.
FF13: Back to sci-fi Anime Bullshit, except now we have Waifu Bullshit in the mix as well.
FF14: It's secretly a lot like FF12, medieval Star Wars all over again! The secret weapon of the FF series.
FF15: The feel is more modern day sci-fi than the last few games. The return of the Anime Bullshit with an important distinction - this time it's Husbando Bullshit.
Which style do you prefer? Judging from the pattern and by how much Square is milking FF15 we might be due to a return to more traditional fantasy with FF16. Or they might just keep that style for FF14 and give us more husbandos.