The Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) introduced a variety of innovative role-playing games to the gaming world, including the renowned Final Fantasy series. One of the most beloved entries in this beloved franchise is Final Fantasy III, released in 1994 for the SNES. Here’s a closer look at this classic gem.
Gameplay
Final Fantasy III offers up classic RPG elements that fans have come to love over the years. Players form a party of 4 characters and embark on an epic quest to save their world from destruction. The battle system features an innovative Active Time Battle (ATB) system that introduces real-time elements into the combat. As time passes in the game, enemies will prepare to attack and players must be ready to respond quickly and accurately in order to survive. This strategic gameplay provides exciting and challenging battles that can truly test a player’s skill.
Throughout their journey, players will explore dungeons, find powerful items and equipment, solve puzzles, and battle fearsome monsters. They’ll also be able to customize their party by assigning job classes such as Black Mage, White Mage, Dragoon, Monk, Thief, etc. Each class has its own advantages and weaknesses that must be taken into account when forming a team.
Story
Final Fantasy III puts players in control of 4 orphaned children who are tasked with saving the world from destruction. After attempting to investigate mysterious events occurring around them, they discover an ancient crystal which grants them mysterious powers known as “Espers”. These powers enable them to fight back against evil forces threatening their existence and ultimately restore peace to their world.
As they progress through their journey they meet memorable characters along the way who help or hinder them on their quest – including some iconic villains such