Summary
- Final Fantasy games have exciting worlds filled with diverse landscapes and exciting stories.
- Each game provides a unique and confusing environment that draws players into an immersive experience.
- Compelling narratives, magical visuals, and detailed locations make every Final Fantasy title worth exploring.
Final Fantasy is a series full to the brim with some of the richest and most engaging worlds for players to get lost in. These landscapes are unique enough compared to other fantasy offerings to entertain fans who embark on heroic journeys to save the world.

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Some of the worlds in Final Fantasy The games are designed so carefully that players get lost in no time. Immersion in these games is a huge part of why almost everyone Final Fantasy name should be checked.
8 Final Fantasy 8
A beautiful game with strong addictive qualities, despitesomesomesomesurprisinga
- Released
- February 11, 1999
- OpenCritic rating
- Strong
Final Fantasy 8 it's a mixed game, with some story events and gameplay elements that players don't like. While these criticisms are valid, there's no denying that this game is gorgeous and presents a world that's easy to get lost in.
Graphics Final Fantasy 8 were stunning at the time and made it easy to immerse yourself in Squall's adventures. Even now, spending time lounging at Fisherman's Horizon or exploring the detailed halls of Balamb Garden never ceases to be interesting.
7 Final Fantasy 9
The adorable visuals and memorable characters make it easy to get invested in the struggles of this world
- Released
- July 7, 2000
- OpenCritic rating
- Strong
Many people believe Final Fantasy 9 to be the best game in the series, combining the charm of past games with modern advancements in the genre to create a nearly perfect package. The colorful and diverse world of Gaia is a blast to explore and is filled with unique environments.
Each location looks different and is a joy to explore, allowing players to immerse themselves in Zidane's adventures with ease. Great translation of the game and memorable sets help Final Fantasy 9exciting adventures that fans can't get enough of.
6 Final Fantasy 12
Dalmasca's tense political climate combined with some epic storytelling makes this title an easy read
- Released
- October 31, 2006
Final Fantasy 12 features a detailed world for players to get lost in, filled to the brim with diverse areas and a politically charged narrative that puts a ton of weight on the unfolding story. Details in cities and other locations make it easy for players to imagine themselves in the shoes of their game characters.

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It helps that the game gives players tons of reasons to visit areas and witness certain events happening in the background. The struggle of Dalmatia as a small nation caught in a war between two huge powers makes for an exciting and engaging storyline that players can't get enough of.
5 Final Fantasy 15
The gorgeous open world and camaraderie between friends make for an immersive experience
- Released
- November 9, 2016
- OpenCritic rating
- Strong
Final Fantasy 15 is one of the largest open worlds in the series, with beautiful scenery and diverse locations. Regardless of the issues players may have with the incomplete story and some aspects of the video game's design, it cannot be denied that Final Fantasy 15The world is a class of its own that fans will enjoy exploring.
Hunting and finding optional places to mess around is a big part of what makes the game so special. Players who forgo experience bonuses can find exciting adventures by setting up camp outside, allowing them to bond with a group of likeable party members as they engage in entertaining banter.
4 Final Fantasy 4
The epic story and tense conflicts of this world make this retro title a pleasure to invest in
- Released
- July 19, 1991
- Developer(s)
- square
- OpenCritic rating
- Powerful
An ambitious narrative Final Fantasy 4 wouldn't work without a world that could do justice to the narrative. Fortunately, unique overworlds, engaging characters, and amazing scenery ensure this Final Fantasy 4Exploring high fantasy is a pleasure.
Watching Cecil's journey from Dark Knight to Paladin is something players can't help but cheer for after being with him throughout the epic story. When players are sent to the moon to deal with a threat that appears later, immersion in the story can be a little off, but it fits most narrative tropes Final Fantasy games and quite entertaining as long as players ignore the small details.
3 Final Fantasy 6
Both overworlds are a joy to explore as players uncover secrets and create a party of adventures
- Released
- October 11, 1994
- Developer(s)
- Square Enix, Square
- OpenCritic rating
- Powerful
For now Final Fantasy had its fair share of diabolical villains, there were not many instances when these antagonists succeeded in carrying out their plan. This is not the case Final Fantasy 6where Kefka messes with the Warring Triad and destroys the world the players have grown attached to.

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Seeing the plight of the cities and people that players saw in World of Balance is a sobering moment that draws players into a compelling narrative. Most people will look forward to reuniting the world in the non-linear world of ruins as they discover events at their own pace and eventually bring the fight to Kefka.
2 Final Fantasy 7
Exciting sci-fi fantasy is mesmerizing
- Released
- January 31, 1997
- OpenCritic rating
- Strong
Final Fantasy 7 is one of the greatest JRPGs ever made, with a spectacular introduction to Midgar. Even after players leave the city to explore the overworld, the game remains exciting as the heroes team up to stop Sephiroth in his tracks.
From cruises to airship rides and everything in between, it's easy to see why Final Fantasy boasts such an exciting world. It helps that the plot is incredibly compelling, and Tifa's journey through the Lifestream to discover Cloud's dark secret is one of the strongest narrative moments in the entire series.
1 Final Fantasy 10
Spira is one of the most detailed worlds ever presented in a JRPG

- Released
- December 17, 2001
- OpenCritic rating
- Strong
From the moment Tidus lands on the shores of an unfamiliar world, players know they're in for a treat. His unfamiliarity with the world of Spira allows players to slowly learn about this beautiful landscape and the tragedy that touches it in the form of the recurring threat of Sin.
In time, both Tidus and the player will be drawn into their role as guardian of the summoner as they figure out a way to end this cycle of tragedy once and for all. Beauty Final Fantasy 10 it's a huge part of what makes the game so addictive that it manages to captivate players despite the dark and depressing nature of the story.

Final Fantasy
- Year of creation
- 1987 year
- Developer(s)
- Square Enix
- Publisher(s)
- Square Enix