A demake of a Final Fantasy MMORPG
Final Fantasy XI Braver is a free role-playing game created by an indie developer who goes by the name mithrandir133. It is essentially a demake of the first Final Fantasy MMO that was released by Square Enix. It features its own unique story based on the FF universe.
Final Fantasy XI Braver was inspired by an era where games like Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VIII were some of the best that the franchise had to offer at the time. It features plenty of familiar gameplay, characters, and gear that long-time fans will appreciate.
What is Final Fantasy XI Braver all about?
Final Fantasy XI was released for the PlayStation 2 back in 2002. It was also the first multiplayer online FF game that Square Enix has ever put out. Classic titles from that era have always been popular with gamers even today. It’s no wonder that independent releases from passionate fans have become a trend in recent years, and Final Fantasy XI Braver is one such example.
While the original Final Fantasy XI features online multiplayer, Braver is solely a single-player affair that features its own story based on the FF universe. It has plenty of familiar elements from the classic game. It boasts 30-50 hours of gameplay with over 30 side quests to take on. It brings back the Skillchain and Magic Burst weapon skill system, as well as Limit Break abilities into the mix.
The Crafting & Mining System from the original is also alive and well here. It even managed to incorporate the MMO-style system with 18 character classes to choose from and experiment with. One thing to note is that the game is still in active development, hence the occasional performance and stability issues are to be expected.
For every Final Fantasy fan out there
If you’ve been a long-time fan of the Final Fantasy franchise, you should definitely check out Final Fantasy XI Braver’s take on the classic title. It brings back much of what players loved about the original while bringing a lengthy campaign and unique story to the table. This is one that you will surely enjoy. Go play it now.
