Albert Lichi
Cubed3Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (Nintendo Switch) Review
Published 8/26/2019
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PS4 / PC / XONE / Switch - 7/11/2017
Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age
"FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE improves upon the 2006 classic FINAL FANTASY XII, now more beautiful and easier to play than ever. The high-definition remaster introduces several modern advancements, including reconstructed battle design and a revamped job system. With newly implemented trophies and share functions, as well as stark visual and sound improvements in true HD for the first time, players both returning and new to the game will experience a grand adventure that spans the world of Ivalice in an entirely fresh and improved way. Includes several all-new enhanced gameplay features: – The Zodiac Job System – Improved character leveling system that now caters to the player’s preference – Trial Mode – Take on monsters and enemies in up to 100 consecutive battles – Speed Mode – Latest-generation HD graphical capabilities, including characters and movie scenes fully remastered in high definition. – True 7.1 surround sound, including high definition voicing and newly recorded background music utilizing the current generation of sound production. – Modern advancements including PlayStation4 trophy support and share functionalities, auto-save and shortened loading times – An endless amount of gameplay and adventure including Hunts, Battles, and mini-games"
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- Virtuos, Square Enix Business Division 3
- Publisher
- Square Enix
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83
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 80–89 band.
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Kevin Tavore
TrueAchievementsFinal Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age Review
Published 6/2/2019
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70
-13 vs critic avg
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Read originalKirk Hiner
Pure NintendoReview: Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (Nintendo Switch) - Pure Nintendo
Published 5/29/2019
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80
-3 vs critic avg
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Read originalCaitlin Harper
Niche GamerFinal Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age Review - Niche GamerFinal Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age Review - Niche Gamer
Published 5/25/2019
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80
-3 vs critic avg
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Read originalDavid Lloyd
Nintendo World ReportFinal Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (Switch) Review
Published 5/24/2019
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100
+17 vs critic avg
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Read originalJamie Kirk
ImpulsegamerFinal Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age Nintendo Switch Review
Published 5/18/2019
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80
-3 vs critic avg
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Read originalChris Bowman
GameSpaceFinal Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age
Published 5/16/2019
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85
+2 vs critic avg
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Read originalMichael Chow
COGconnectedFinal Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (Switch) Review – Perfect for the Switch Age
Published 5/11/2019
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80
-3 vs critic avg
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Read originalMitch Vogel
Nintendo LifeReview: Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age - This Is How You Handle A Remaster
Published 5/6/2019
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80
-3 vs critic avg
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Read originalBrendan Frye
CGMagazineFinal Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (Switch) Review
Published 5/1/2019
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+2 vs critic avg
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