Final Fantasy
The game that saved Square from bankruptcy and launched one of gaming's most iconic franchises. This NES classic established core RPG mechanics like the job system, turn-based battles, and an epic fantasy narrative.
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About This Retro Game
Created by Hironobu Sakaguchi as his 'final' project before leaving game development (hence the name)
Introduced the innovative job change system allowing character class evolution
Featured a time travel narrative spanning 2000 years - ambitious for 8-bit RPGs
Pioneered the Active Time Battle system in later series entries
Original NES version sold 400,000 copies in Japan, saving Square from financial ruin
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