Nostalgia is a powerful thing. Especially video game nostalgia, since you have a memory of actively participating in these epic moments. I’m the one that cleared the ice cave in Final Fantasy. I’m the one that climbed the ShinRa tower in Final Fantasy VII. The Black Mage’s sprite, the battle victory fanfare… these things are part of our collective shared experiences.
Final Fantasy All the Bravest exploits these feelings of nostalgia in almost the most cynical way possible. Outside of its nostalgia points (which are significant), it has no redeeming qualities. It barely qualifies as a video game. It’s a fireworks display – a lightshow – comprised of Cloud Strife, Kefka, Meteor spells and Cactuars. All designed to extract money with ruthless efficiency.
Source: FULL ARTICLE at IGN Video Games