There are so many outstanding games in the Final Fantasy series, it’s easy for some of the lesser-known Final Fantasy games to fall through the cracks
The Final Fantasy series is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed franchises out there with dozens of games, tie-ins, and spin-offs. It stands out as one of the longest running and most successful video game series of all time. While Final Fantasy has had tons of different changes and new ideas throughout the years, it has always remained true to its identity, and always produced excellent games.
The series has a ton of popular mainstream entries, such as Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy XV, which usually grab the attention of the entire video game world. Unfortunately, and as is the case with any franchise this massive, there are some underrated games which slip through the cracks and barely get played or talked about. Most games under the Final Fantasy moniker are excellent, which makes it a shame that the following games are so underrated, as they definitely deserve more attention. 5 Final Fantasy Tactics: War of The Lions
Final Fantasy Tactics: War of The Lions is recognized as one of the best turn-based strategy games around, yet when it comes to the Final Fantasy pantheon, it seems to be forgotten. This is one of the best games in the entire franchise, featuring a compelling narrative centered around war, class divide, and friendship. With the story following around Ramza and Delita, the game captures the two friends‘ different journeys and how they deal with the conflict encapsulating their nations.
The game has a robust class system and offers tons of player choice in terms of equipment, abilities and how a they shape their roster. The gameplay is standard turn-based strategy but executed to near perfection. While War of the Lions is still revered by strategy game fans, it doesn’t get nearly enough attention in the mainstream Final Fantasy franchise and deserves it for sure. 4 Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age
When it comes to mainline Final Fantasy games, Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age is oft forgotten, and for no good reason.
