For the Final Fantasy die-hards who missed out on this first time around it may appeal more seeing more of the minor characters from the main game. But to anyone not familiar with the franchise, don’t let this freebie be considered an example of the rest of it.
A King's Tale: Final Fantasy XV2016
A King's Tale: Final Fantasy XV
2016 Square Enix70Good
Playtime
BriefTypically 2.5 hours
Playable on
Available on
- Free
- Free
Game modes
Details
- Launch
- late 2016
- Developer
- Empty Clip Studios
- Publisher
- Square Enix
Overview
A King's Tale: Final Fantasy XV is a 2D, side-scrolling brawler set 30 years before the events of Final Fantasy XV. This game features retro-style inspired graphics centered around a fast-paced combat system with influences from modern gaming. The in-depth combat system blends intense attacks, devastating magic, mighty summons and unique companion attacks into a singular gaming experience through three diverse locations in the world of Final Fantasy XV.
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Reception
Press64
Players84
WorthwhileGreat- OpenCritic64from 5 reviews
Every fan of the series already has it on their console’s HDD. If you don’t like Final Fantasy games... it’s still good (but short) beat’em up.
A King's Tale is an interesting tie-in to the popular yet polarizing Final Fantasy XV.
I was left surprised by A King’s Tale: Final Fantasy XV. Whilst I didn’t think the game would be bad by any means, I wasn’t expecting it to have as much depth nor be as enjoyable as it was. I really had a lot of fun with it. With its deep combat mechanics, fantastic pixel art, and the bulk of extra content it gives you upon completion, King’s Tale:...
For a free side course of Final Fantasy XV goodness, you can't go wrong with A King's Tale. It's nothing special – either as a new entry to the narrative or as a 2D brawler – but it provides some depth to a character that lacked development which, in turn, further expands upon the personality of Noctis and his relationship with Regis. Despite some lazy...