Series of turn-based RPGs by Atlus
A new fan-made trailer titled Final Fantasy Resonance asks what the gaming landscape would look like if Final Fantasy 7 had never existed. The project reimagines iconic characters and scenarios through a radically different lens, stripping away the legacy that defined a generation of RPGs. This creative exercise highlights just how deeply Square Enix's 1997 landmark shaped modern game design and storytelling.
Final Fantasy Resonance's return to turn-based combat reflects a broader resurgence in the genre. Developers attribute this to creators revisiting and reimagining their childhood gaming experiences, as seen in recent hits like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The game's innovative features, such as its stagger system and HD-2D art style, showcase the evolving appeal of turn-based RPGs.