Feast your eyes
So, picture this: After what feels like forever, the remaster of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles has finally arrived. Square Enix, the masterminds behind this highly anticipated tactical RPG, have made their big debut on Switch and Switch 2 today, and they’re doing it in style with some seriously cool new art.
The first artwork is a creation by none other than Akihiko Yoshida himself — a veteran Final Fantasy artist and the genius behind the box art for The Ivalice Chronicles. Shared by the official FF Twitter account, this new illustration features the game’s heroes Mustadio, Ramza, Agrias, Delita, and Orlandeau, standing strong against a dark and moody hand-drawn backdrop. It may not be the most cheerful piece of art out there, but it definitely brings the drama.
But wait, there’s more! The Ivalice Chronicles is a big deal, and to prove it, Square Enix artist Yasushi Hasegawa has whipped up a special crossover piece with TRIANGLE STRATEGY. The artwork shows the two tactical RPG protagonists engaging in a friendly handshake, with adorable mini grid-based sprites in the background. Those little guys are just too cute!
In a nutshell, it’s some fantastic art for what promises to be a fantastic game. In a glowing review, PJ O’Reilly described The Ivalice Chronicles as “a fantastic — and fantastically thoughtful — revamp”, offering up “one of the all-time great tactical RPGs looking and playing better than ever”. Sounds like a winner, right? Will you be grabbing The Invalice Chronicles today? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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Overall, it’s clear that The Ivalice Chronicles is making waves with its stunning artwork and revamped gameplay. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the original or a newcomer to the world of tactical RPGs, this remaster seems like a solid bet. So, why not dive in and experience the magic for yourself? After all, a game this good deserves to be seen and played, flaws and all.
