The fantasy MMORPG Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn was released in mid-April on the PlayStation 4. Meanwhile, the international reviews for the game are coming in. On Meta-Critic, the game has an average score of 86 out of 100 possible points.
The general sentiment is one of astonishment. The Australian Gamesplanet states that it is the biggest turnaround seen in many, many years in the MMO business. The Hardcore Gamers Magazine echoes this sentiment: From a game that was generally despised, the developers have created something great. They call it a masterpiece. Furthermore, it’s an experience to play the game on the PS4.
Lazygamer refers to FF XIV as a new and improved MMORPG. The game mixes the best features of the genre with the Final Fantasy feel into a fantastic package. Here too, the qualities of the PS4 as an ideal platform are praised.
A more sober assessment comes from XGN: From a content perspective, FF XIV is the same game as on the PS3 or the PC. However, the improved controls, stunning graphics, and smooth gameplay speak for the impressive port.
A magazine from Germany is also represented in the test on Meta-Critic. 4players.de certifies that the game, apart from the launcher, is a technically proficient port, free from the issues of the PS3 version.
The only tepid critique in the mix comes from Game Revolution. They only award 70 out of 100 possible points and note that the quest structure is not for everyone. However, they also speak of a fantastic world in which countless hours can be spent.
Rank 4 with critics, Rank 1 with users
Overall, Final Fantasy 14 stands at 86 out of 100 points, placing it behind Fez, Rayman Legends, and TowerFall Ascension at rank 4 of current PS4 games on Meta-Critic. In the user score, it even ranks 1st. The sales figures of the game were so good that Square Enix had to revise several numbers upward in the recently released financial report.
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