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Seven underappreciated Final Fantasy games get a closer look
A feature looks at seven Final Fantasy games it says have not received enough attention.
The series began on the NES in 1987 and has grown to more than 100 games, including sequels and spin-offs.
The feature focuses on overlooked games rather than short-lived mobile titles or forgettable spin-offs.
One example is Final Fantasy X-2, released in 2003, which follows Yuna as she searches for Tidus after the events of Final Fantasy X. Another is Theatrhythm Final Bar Line, a music game featuring songs and characters from across the series.
These examples show that Final Fantasy games can explore different styles, from a lighter story to rhythm-based gameplay.
The feature does not say what happens next for the games or the series.
Polygon highlights underappreciated games from the Final Fantasy series, which has more than 100 entries.
The article names Final Fantasy 10-2, Theatrhythm Final Bar Line and Final Fantasy Type-0 among its picks.
Final Fantasy 10-2 follows Yuna as she searches for Tidus, the missing protagonist of Final Fantasy 10.
Theatrhythm Final Bar Line features 385 songs in its standard release, with downloadable content increasing the total to 505.
Final Fantasy Type-0 launched in 2011 for Sony’s PlayStation Portable.
- Who
- Polygon highlights underappreciated Final Fantasy games.
- What
- The article looks at games it says deserve more attention.
- When
- Published October 10, 2026.
- Where
- Not stated
- Why
- The article aims to spotlight hidden gems, experiments and underrated entries in the series.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
FF10-2's deep customization, challenging combat, and immaculate Y2K vibes proved Final Fantasy doesn't always have to be so darn serious all the time.
Just like the Star Wars saga, Final Fantasy wouldn't be where it is today without its incredible music.
The Final Fantasy series got its start on the NES.
Final Fantasy 10 was released.
Final Fantasy 10-2 was released.
Final Fantasy Type-0 launched for Sony’s PlayStation Portable.
- Series entries
- More than 100 Final Fantasy games
- Final Fantasy 10-2
- Released in 2003
- Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
- 385 songs in the standard release
- Theatrhythm Final Bar Line with DLC
- 505 songs
- Final Fantasy Type-0
- Launched in 2011 for Sony’s PlayStation Portable
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