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2019PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified73 % positive19.99 €

The 1999 classic follows mercenary cadets in a romance-tinged war story, with the unconventional Draw and Junction system for Guardian Forces and magic. The remaster adds sharper character models and conveniences like 3x speed and no random encounters.

  • Turn-based combat
  • A party of several characters
  • Strong, story-driven narrative
  • Deep systems to master

The closest matches for Final Fantasy VIII Remastered are The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II, The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel and The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Final Fantasy VIII Remastered special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II

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2014PCPlayStation94 % positive39.99 €

  • Turn-based combat
  • A party of several characters
  • Strong, story-driven narrative

A direct sequel to Trails of Cold Steel in which Rean and his friends are swept up in a civil war. Turn-based combat with character links, a richly populated world full of recurring characters, and a heavy focus on narrative define the experience.

Lost Odyssey

Turn-based combat

A classic Japanese turn-based RPG from Hironobu Sakaguchi following the immortal mercenary Kaim in a world undergoing a magic-industrial revolution. Known for its moving "A Thousand Years of Dreams" short stories and an emotional, cinematic narrative.

Phantasy Star IV: The End of the Millennium

Turn-based combat

A classic 16-bit JRPG blending science fiction and fantasy, where you play young hunter Chaz and travel across several planets with a growing party. Its comic-panel cutscenes and combo techniques between party members make it stand out.

Breath of Fire IV

Turn-based combat

A classic PlayStation JRPG with a hand-drawn look, following Ryu and Princess Nina through an emotional tale of war and dragon powers. Turn-based combat with dragon transformations and a master-apprentice skill system give it its own character.

The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky

Turn-based combat

A classic JRPG following young Bracers Estelle and Joshua across the kingdom of Liberl. Tactical turn-based combat and a warm, character-focused story with political intrigue make it a beloved start to the Trails saga.

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