Final Fantasy Resonance has that old-school flavor, but it cant hide its mobile roots

Final Fantasy Resonance carries an old-school charm, but it can't hide its roots in the mobile gaming world. Despite being built upon the foundation of Brave Exvius, a mobile RPG, Resonance aims to please long-time Final Fantasy fans and ensure the survival of the mobile game. The demo, played at a preview event, showcased a party of eight characters, with four in the active party and four in spirit form.

The main character, Rain, wields a big sword and is a blonde dude, a fitting choice for a new-age Final Fantasy title. The game features turn-based combat, reminiscent of classic Final Fantasy games, where players strategize elemental spells to defeat enemies. Additionally, classic characters from various FF games provide buffs and combat skills to the party.

The game is rendered in HD2D, a signature look by Square Enix, and includes CG cutscenes during combat, which appear to have been taken from the mobile game. Overall, Final Fantasy Resonance offers a nostalgic experience while incorporating modern design elements.