Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
February 16, 2023
A rhythm action game packed with 385 carefully selected music tracks from across the whole FINAL FANTASY series. ♪ THE MUSIC OF FINAL FANTASY COMES TOGETHER HERE Includes popular tracks from a total of 46 different games, featuring the latest music from FFI through to FFXV in the main series, …
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"Thankfully, these systems can largely be ignored at your discretion. There’s even a Music Player (and an Auto mode) for those who just want to listen to the songs instead of tapping along to them. The game doesn’t do anything …"
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75.0
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92.0
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68.0
"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is an utterly addictive, perfectly tuned celebration of all things Final Fantasy. It&s;s a deceptively simple-looking game that, once you get under the hood, you&s;ll discover it has teeth and demands practice and patience if you …"
Read original review"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is the "homage" game that needed the 35th anniversary of FF, a title that brings together the best of its soundtrack with a fun and simple style of play, which both casual and hardcore players will …"
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65.0
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80.0
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45.0
"If you want to have a good time with the best Final Fantasy themes, you definitely have to check it out, whether you played a couple of games or if you are the biggest fan of the saga. In the …"
Read original review"Drawing on the soundtracks of all the main chapters of Final Fantasy and most of its increasingly numerous spin-offs, the Japanese partnership composed of Square Enix and indieszero has been able to give shape once again to an exciting rhythm …"
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40.0
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40.0
"Quibbles aside, Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is exactly what it&s;s selling - a celebration of 35 years&s; worth of Final Fantasy music that&s;s packed with nostalgia and rhythm game mechanics. With songs from other Square Enix IPs available as bonus …"
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92.0
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78.0
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28.0
"If you love Final Fantasy music, this is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the best Square-Enix has to offer."
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86.0
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93.0
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79.0
"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is more than a love letter to Final Fantasy and its esteemed soundtracks—it’s a robust hybrid of RPG elements and rhythm gameplay, bolstered by accessibility options and a mountain of content, building on its 3DS forefathers …"
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70.0
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90.0
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"If you consider the Final Fantasy soundtrack worthy of being counted among the heritages of humanity, then Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is the music game for you. Rich in tracks and truly suitable for everyone, with a very well-calibrated level …"
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75.0
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75.0
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75.0
"Theatrythm Final Bar Line is a good celebration of Final Fantasy&s;s musical history. While a few key songs are behind a paywall or missing entirely, fans will find a lot to like here."
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92.0
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96.0
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78.0
"The Final Fantasy finale we deserve."
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78.0
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84.0
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62.0
"This is a top-tier rhythm action game that’s pitched as a love letter to the Final Fantasy series, brimming with content and packed with love and care. But – like some of the more ambitious double-albums out there – it …"
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78.0
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86.0
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"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is the perfect game for Final Fantasy veterans, but it&s;s also designed to win over a new audience thanks to its simple system and the exciting journey it offers."
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78.0
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88.0
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"I absolutely adore Theatrhythm Final Bar Line as it&s;s a loving celebration of both the Final Fantasy franchise and its music. From the cute little chibi depictions of characters and the impressive catalog of songs to the extensive accessibility features …"
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75.0
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92.0
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63.0
"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is full of charm and nostalgia, and its impressive 385-song tracklist makes it an enjoyable way to listen to and play along with the most memorable songs from the Final Fantasy series."
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70.0
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85.0
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"Just in time for the 35th anniversary of Final Fantasy, THEATRHYTHM FINAL BAR LINE impresses with its wealth of content and feels like a true celebration of its timeless legacy. Whether you are a beginner who has never played a …"
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75.0
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92.0
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38.0
"Offering a definitive package for both rhythm game players and Final Fantasy fanatics alike, Final Bar Line is a certified must play."
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70.0
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90.0
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80.0
"I don’t usually go in for rhythm games, but Final Bar Line proved the exception. While it’s a well-crafted experience, it’s the Final Fantasy connection that really sold me. The quests, the customization, and the heavy dose of nostalgia are …"
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80.0
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95.0
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30.0
"Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line is a delight, and a massive time sink that I don’t regret spending hours on. From its colorful visuals to the excellently presented music and the simple yet challenging rhythm action itself, there’s a ton to …"
Read original review"Endless content and tight rhythm-based gameplay make Final Bar Line the best Theatrhythm yet."
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80.0
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80.0
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65.0
"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line hits most of the right notes while offering a nostalgic celebration of Final Fantasy and its music."
Read original review"More than that, it pays mechanical homage by providing tangible RPG elements that complement the rhythm game portions without overwhelming them. When you pair this with a sizable amount of high quality tunes and room for mechanical improvement for the …"
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80.0
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90.0
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30.0
"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is a great musical adventure through the past of the Final Fantasy series and celebrates everything from the 8-bit chiptune days to the crystal clear renditions of the Final Fantasy VII remake, the critically acclaimed MMORPG …"
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"The Theatrhythm series has always been a celebration of Final Fantasy and the iconic music associated with each title."
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70.0
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70.0
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70.0
"Final Bar Line is another fantastic entry in a great rhythm series, propped up by an enormous catalog of essential video game music and a variety of fun and engaging (if slightly superfluous) systems. Whether you enjoyed the 3DS entries …"
Read original review"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is my new favourite rhythm game, with brilliant musical gameplay and a tracklist that is simply breathtaking."
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80.0
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95.0
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75.0
"A musical love letter addressed to fans of the Final Fantasy series, and one of the best rhythm games around."
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65.0
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85.0
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"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is a labor of love that is worthy of loving back - it&s;s game packed to the brim with iconic songs, unforgettable characters, and fun excuses to revisit and collect them all. Accessibility options, versatile difficulty …"
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"The only negative that really stands out to me is if you want access to absolutely everything song wise you may find yourself compelled to spend a bit more money on things like the game’s Digital Deluxe edition as it …"
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"Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line revisits music-driven gaming experiences with classiness and potent powerfulness that will make any Final Fantasy music-lover happy. It contains a fair amount of challenge, sometimes an impossible amount depending on difficulty, while also allowing you to …"
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75.0
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"A captivating rhythm game that, with tons of contents, will make your Final Fantasy&s;s heart beat fast."
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78.0
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76.0
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"Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is the platonic ideal of fanservice. There are plenty of people who would have been happy with a port of Curtain Call or simply bringing All-Star Carnival over to the West, so it’s a delightful surprise …"
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"Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line is an impressive feat. We hit credits on it, but we feel like we&s;ve only scratched the surface of its colossal 400+ song list. The love and passion for the series is apparent throughout every inch …"
Read original review"Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won&s;t astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash."
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70.0
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85.0
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"Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line takes a great opportunity and make a strong go of it. Gameplay feels good, and customization options give you nice flexibility to cater to your style. A couple things don&s;t mesh nicely, but the game itself …"
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65.0
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80.0
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"If you&s;re a longtime Final Fantasy fan who greatly appreciates the franchise&s;s musical legacy, Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line is a game that celebrates that. It holds up as a rhythm game, with complex and engaging gameplay and decent integration of …"
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85.0
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92.0
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"Despite that lack of propelling factor, I’m still completely engrossed in this game, playing it during any 15 free minutes I can find throughout my day. Though I’ve technically completed the game, I want to SSS rank all of my …"
Read original review"Theatrythm Final Bar Line is a terrific musical celebration of the Final Fantasy series that features more than 300 tracks, unlockable characters, and light RPG elements."
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