Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin

Team Ninja

Rank: #5 / 14
Released: 2022
Studio: Team Ninja
Genre: action role-playing game

At a glance

Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is an action RPG developed by Team Ninja and published by Square Enix. Its combat supports a variety of approaches, with multiple difficulty options and a selection of jobs and weapons for customizing the party. The game includes memorable settings that recall places from other Final Fantasy titles: Pravoka Seagrot is compared with Sastasha from Final Fantasy XIV, while Hallowed Massif recalls Mt. Gagazet from Final Fantasy X. Other areas and battle music also draw on the series. The story frames the party's struggle around restoring the crystals' light and the possibility of peace or another kind of darkness. It is listed for Xbox Series X and Series S and Microsoft Windows; Steam lists Windows. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, co-op and online co-op, as well as adjustable difficulty. Various game contents require an internet connection.

Who it is for

It suits players seeking an action RPG with customizable jobs, weapons and difficulty. Final Fantasy fans may value familiar locations and music references, while co-op players can use its listed multiplayer options.

What is good

Multiple difficulty options
Jobs and weapons customize the party
Includes co-op and online co-op
Areas and music draw on Final Fantasy titles

What to know first

Various game contents require an internet connection
Steam lists Windows only

Verdict

Stranger of Paradise combines action combat and party customization with settings and music inspired by other Final Fantasy entries. It lists co-op options, but some content requires an internet connection.