Square Enix has released a 16-minute gameplay video for Final Fantasy Resonance, providing an in-depth look at the title's turn-based combat system. While the footage focuses on a single, uncut 11-minute boss encounter with Shiva, it confirms key details regarding how players will manage their party.
The core of the combat involves a spirit-based customization system. Characters can equip the spirits of classic Final Fantasy heroes, which grant their own sets of active abilities and passive perks. These spirits level up alongside the main party members, allowing for distinct build paths. During the demonstrated battle, the player utilizes Squall from Final Fantasy VIII to trigger a specific super attack, which is accompanied by a unique CGI cinematic.
Quick Facts
- Platform: PlayStation 5
- Developer: Square Enix
- Focus: Turn-based RPG mechanics derived from Final Fantasy Brave Exvius
- Core Mechanic: Equippable spirits of past heroes with unique leveling and combat perks
The footage confirms that the game's combat structure prioritizes individual party customization through these summonable spirits. Players can expect these mechanics to serve as the primary method for modifying party loadouts during encounters.