Final Fantasy series games

Final Fantasy

— RPG series published by Square Enix; is considered the standard of "Japanese RPGs", although it includes not only classic role-playing games, but also action-RPGs, RPGs with tactical elements, online multiplayer games, etc. As of 2019, the main part of the series includes 15 numbered parts, with sequential numbering starting with Final Fantasy II (released back in 1988, a year after the first game); the newest installment, Final Fantasy XV, was released in 2016 on PS and Xbox, and in 2018 on PC and in a mobile version for iOS and Android. In addition, there are numerous spin-offs, and some games in the series have sequels and prequels.

The numbered parts are not directly related to each other — the action takes place in different worlds and different settings. Nevertheless, in all games there are common elements that are quite noticeable and well recognizable. Thus, the plot usually revolves around the struggle of a group of heroes with a powerful evil force, often represented by a bright, charismatic antagonist. In addition to actions, psychological moments are of great importance in the development of the plot — the interaction of heroes, "ghosts of the past", etc. Separate names and types of characters and spells are repeated from game to game. Also a characteristic feature are references to the history and mythology of certain regions of the real world.