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Final Fantasy VIII - Remastered now part of the GOG Preservation Program

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Final Fantasy VIII - Remastered now part of the GOG Preservation Program
Final Fantasy VIII - Remastered has joined the GOG Preservation Program, available DRM-free for Windows. Inclusion in the library of classic titles is intended to ensure long-lasting compatibility with Windows personal computers.

The remastered edition presented in widescreen aspect ratio includes redesigned high-definition character models and upscaled pre-rendered backgrounds, along with higher resolution cinematic cutscenes. Quality-of-life features include battle assist options that boost HP, ATB gauge, and Limit Break boosts, optional game speed increase (x3) and eliminating random encounters.


The Final Fantasy VIII video soundtrack playlist is hosted on YouTube Music. Music and game footage from the Sony PlayStation role-playing game are included in the 74-track "Revival Disc" Music Blu-Ray, shipping domestically from distributor CDJapan. A crossfade trailer is streaming on the Square Enix Music YouTube channel.

Published in 2000 through DigiCube, arrangement album Piano Collections Final Fantasy VIII reinterprets thirteen tracks from the PlayStation role-playing game. Composed by Nobuo Uematsu and arranged by Shiro Hamaguchi, the acoustic arrangement album is streaming on YouTube Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music Unlimited.

Final Fantasy VIII - Remastered is also available for iOS and Andoid devices, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One consoles. The Windows edition is hosted on Steam, verified for use with the Steam Deck.


From the GOG product page:
The Republic of Galbadia, under the influence of the sorceress Edea, mobilises its great armies against the other nations of the world. Squall and other members of SeeD, an elite mercenary force, join hands with Rinoa, a resistance fighter, to fight against Galbadia's tyrannical rule and to prevent Edea from fulfilling her ultimate goal. This product is a remaster of FINAL FANTASY VIII, featuring multiple enhancements including additional options to customise your gameplay experience and difficulty, such as: Battle assist options (HP, ATB gauge, and Limit Break boosts)
GOG.com - Final Fantasy VIII - Remastered

YouTube Music - Final Fantasy VIII Video Playlist / Piano Collections Final Fantasy VIII

CDJapan - Final Fantasy VIII Revival Disc Blu-Ray