Final Fantasy XV: War for Eos

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Final Fantasy XV: War for Eos is a strategy game with an ingenious story and good mechanics, but be prepared for lots of grinding, annoying ads, and bugs. Despite its flaws, the game boasts pretty visuals and addictive gameplay, promising a thrilling experience for players ready to dive in. The game invites you to start your journey now, and immerse yourself in a strategy-filled world on your device.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Final Fantasy XV: War for Eos screenshot

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,687 reviews

graphics42 positive mentions

stability63 negative mentions

The game has great graphics and voice acting, which enhances the overall experience.
There is a lot of content and activities to keep players engaged, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
The game has potential for improvement and offers a nostalgic feel for long-time Final Fantasy fans.

The game is plagued with bugs and glitches, making it frustrating to play.
It heavily relies on a pay-to-win model, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
The gameplay is repetitive and lacks originality, feeling like a reskin of other similar games.

graphics
85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
32%
19%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "breathtaking" and "phenomenal," while others criticize them as outdated or poor quality, likening them to mobile games from a decade ago. Many users appreciate the visual design and character animations, but there are frequent complaints about low frame rates and choppy performance that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics are a highlight for some, they are seen as a significant drawback by others, impacting the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “Absolutely the most beautiful graphics to design your castle layout with I've ever seen in my life.”
- “The story is fantastic; the graphics are out-of-this-world for a mobile game.”
- “The graphics are phenomenal.”
- “Wow, the graphics are horrible.”
- “It feels like the graphics are outdated, and it seems everything is capped at 30fps, making gameplay stuttery and overall not enjoyable.”
- “The graphics are absolutely awful and the voices do not match from the game.”
story
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
62%
4%
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging narrative and character development, particularly in relation to the Final Fantasy series. However, many criticize it for being clichéd, predictable, and poorly executed, with issues such as abrupt endings and tedious quest progression detracting from the overall experience. While some appreciate the graphics and voice acting, others feel the story is overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and bugs, leading to a lack of immersion.
- “The story is amazing, and it will keep you interested for hours.”
- “Incredible world building without neglecting story and character development.”
- “Very fun and engaging story with full voice acting.”
- “The story was filled with clichés and extremely predictable.”
- “The story is weak and boring with no real build-up, unlike other Final Fantasy games.”
- “The story ends abruptly and I don't know why they did that.”
stability
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, significantly impacting stability and gameplay experience. Users report issues such as freezing, unresponsive actions, and problems with game mechanics, making it often unplayable. While some players express hope for future fixes, the current state is widely criticized as frustrating and indicative of a lack of prioritization for stability over monetization.
- “The game is very buggy and it feels like priority is given to the pay-to-win aspect instead of general fixes.”
- “The glitches make the game unplayable.”
- “It's a fun game but it has its fair share of glitches and bugs.”
monetization
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
16%
78%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many players noting the heavy reliance on microtransactions and misleading advertisements that misrepresent the gameplay. While some users mention that in-app purchases are not strictly necessary, the overall sentiment reflects frustration over the slow progression without spending money and the aggressive promotion of microtransactions. Many reviews highlight the game's predatory monetization practices, suggesting that it prioritizes profit over player experience.
- “The monetization isn't the worst I've seen, but the free-to-play grind would be quite slow.”
- “At least unlike the other mobile game that was basically robbery, this game seems to run on well-balanced microtransactions.”
- “Can't complain; in-app purchases are not really needed.”
- “More of the same, typical cash grab mobile game.”
- “It's just a quick cash grab by developers using the Final Fantasy name.”
- “The microtransactions are predatory.”
gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
53%
16%
Overall, the gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with many users criticizing it for being repetitive, uninspired, and overly reliant on pay-to-win mechanics. Players noted a lack of innovation, with mechanics feeling copied from other games and the overall experience being dull and unengaging. Additionally, technical issues such as bugs, lag, and poor graphics further detracted from the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “Exciting and adventurous gameplay.”
- “Superb gameplay, great graphics and easy to play, a must try.”
- “Wonderful gameplay and speed to level up characters, great graphics.”
- “Outside of watching timer bars and numbers go up, there is no gameplay here.”
- “The gameplay loop is very boring; any activity that you 'do' (you barely do anything, actually) has very little impact on the game.”
- “Massive pay-to-win game; super boring gameplay with snail-like progression unless you empty your wallet for various packs and daily rewards.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is often seen as tedious and frustrating, with players expressing concerns about resource theft and the prevalence of pay-to-win mechanics. While some appreciate the farming and construction elements, many feel that the grind for story progression and daily tasks detracts from the overall experience, labeling it as a typical money grab strategy game.
- “You can spend days farming resources and have someone steal it in an instant... and I'm sure developers have accounts that strip real players of the progress just to entice them to make more purchases.”
- “It's a nice take on another way of playing this series, but the grind for story progression is somewhat unnecessarily tedious.”
- “The typical money grab 'strategy' game where there's no strategy, just grinding to get wiped out by guilds.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users citing poor performance, heavy battery usage, and numerous bugs that detract from the experience. While some praise the graphics and note decent performance, the overall consensus leans towards it being mediocre and low quality.
- “Good graphics, good performance”
- “It doesn't bring anything new or interesting to the build and battle genre, in my opinion. Performance is generally pretty average, heavy on battery, and it is full of bugs that should have been picked up in internal testing or fixed during beta.”
- “Aggressively mediocre, bog-standard empire-building war game that is bogged down by poor performance.”
- “Bad performance and feels very low quality.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a soundtrack from the original game that resonates well with players. Yoko Shimomura's compositions elevate the experience, contributing significantly to the game's overall appeal and earning it top marks from fans.
- “What can I say... I actually like this game: the music, the gameplay, and low prices.”
- “The soundtrack used is from the original game, which is one thing I love.”
- “What can I say... I actually like this game. The music, the gameplay, and low prices.”
- “Yoko Shimomura's music makes this 5 stars regardless of the game quality.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from its absurdity, particularly the juxtaposition of familiar elements from "Game of War: Fire Age" with the Final Fantasy XIV branding, leading to a comedic realization of the franchise's repetitive mash-ups. Players find this blend amusing, highlighting the game's self-aware humor.
- “It's just Game of War: Fire Age but with Final Fantasy XIV slapped on it, which is funny considering that there's already a Game of War: Fire Age with Final Fantasy XV slapped on that one too! 😂😂😂”
- “Funny game”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the minigames may not offer much depth, players find emotional fulfillment in discovering supportive and wholesome guilds, which enhances their overall gaming experience and encourages continued engagement.
- “The minigames lack depth, but finding a good, wholesome guild makes it worth coming back.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the game for its exceptional world-building, which is complemented by strong story and character development, ensuring that characters are well-rounded and integral to the narrative.
- “Incredible world-building without neglecting story and character development.”
- “The character arcs are beautifully crafted, making each journey feel personal and impactful.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, facing challenges that truly shape their identities.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere in the game is positively received, with players appreciating the engaging character interactions and overall ambiance, even from those with limited experience in the Final Fantasy series.
- “I haven't played much Final Fantasy besides 7 on the PS2, but this isn't bad; I'm really enjoying the atmosphere and the characters.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and haunting music creates an unforgettable atmosphere that draws you into the world.”