Square Games Collection
Formed from the 2003 merger of Square and Enix, this Japanese gaming giant has defined the RPG genre for decades. Known for breathtaking narratives, memorable characters, and cutting-edge visuals, Square Enix's franchises have sold over 300 million copies worldwide.
Golden Age of JRPGs (1987-2000)
Revolutionized gaming with:- Final Fantasy (1987-): Turn-based combat perfected (ATB system)
- Chrono Trigger (1995): Time-travel masterpiece with multiple endings
- Secret of Mana (1993): Pioneered real-time action RPGs
- Xenogears (1998): Philosophical sci-fi epic
3D Era & Global Expansion
Transitioned to 3D with landmark titles:- Final Fantasy VII (1997): 3D pre-rendered backgrounds & cinematic storytelling
- Kingdom Hearts (2002): Disney crossover phenomenon
- Final Fantasy XIV (2010/2013): MMORPG redemption story
Modern Innovations
Continued pushing boundaries:- NieR series (2010-): Experimental narrative structures
- Dragon Quest XI (2017): Classic JRPG modernized
- Forspoken (2023): Magic-based parkour gameplay
Technical Achievements
Industry firsts:- First CD-ROM RPG (Final Fantasy VII)
- First full 3D MMORPG on console (Final Fantasy XI)
- Real-time hair physics (Final Fantasy XV)
Cultural Impact
Beyond games:- Final Fantasy orchestral concerts worldwide
- Kingdom Hearts merchandise empire
- The Spirits Within (2001): First photorealistic CGI film
Legacy
Square Enix remains the standard-bearer for narrative depth and technical ambition in RPGs, blending Japanese artistry with global appeal.
Chocobo Racing is a whimsical kart racer developed and published by Square for the PlayStation, bringing the beloved Final Fantasy mascot front and center in a spirited, storybook-style racing adventure. Players choose from a cast of iconic Square characters—including Chocobo, Mog, the Black Mage, and White Mage—each with unique special abilities and stats that fundamentally alter how they tackle the track. The core loop blends classic item-based kart combat with a stackable Magicite system that lets racers chain together three levels of fire, ice, and lightning attacks, while a charming pop-up book Story Mode unfolds across nine chapters of playful rivalry and self-discovery. A loving, idiosyncratic alternative to the kart-racing titans of its era, Chocobo Racing bursts with the kind of earnest creativity only late-90s Square could deliver.
Final Fantasy Adventure adalah game action RPG tahun 1991 yang dikembangkan dan diterbitkan oleh Square untuk Game Boy. Meski namanya Final Fantasy, ini adalah game pertama dalam seri Mana (Seiken Densetsu di Jepang). Pemain mengendalikan budak gladiator yang melarikan diri untuk mencegah lord kegelapan Vandole mendapatkan kekuatan Mana dan menghancurkan dunia.
Game pertama dalam seri SaGa, awalnya dirilis sebagai Final Fantasy Legend di Amerika Utara. RPG Game Boy ini menampilkan sistem perkembangan karakter unik di mana manusia, mutan, dan monster berkembang secara berbeda. Pemain menjelajahi menara yang menghubungkan banyak dunia dalam RPG portabel yang inovatif ini.
Sekuel tahun 1990 yang dipuji memperluas seri SaGa dengan alur cerita multi-dimensi dan sistem perkembangan karakter yang disempurnakan. Bepergian melintasi dunia paralel untuk mengumpulkan Magi dan mencegah kehancuran realitas dalam RPG portabel yang ambisius ini.
Final klimaks tahun 1991 dari trilogi SaGa di Game Boy yang memperkenalkan mekanik perjalanan waktu dan kapal udara yang dapat berganti kelas. Bertarung melintasi garis waktu masa lalu, sekarang, dan masa depan untuk mencegah kiamat air dalam RPG GB yang paling maju secara teknis dari Square.