: Includes High Speed Mode (3x speed), Battle Assistance (infinite HP/ATB), and "9999" (max damage).
: Both versions are noted for using MIDI-based music files rather than the original PlayStation's high-quality samples, though the Roses and Wine mod can restore the original audio in the 2013 version. System Requirements (2013 PC Version) Download Final Fantasy 8 PC Game 2013
: Added 45 achievements and Cloud Save support. Comparison: 2013 Version vs. 2019 Remaster : Includes High Speed Mode (3x speed), Battle
In 2019, Square Enix released , which is now the standard version available on most digital storefronts. Comparison: 2013 Version vs
: A launcher-based feature that allows players to instantly set their stock of certain spells to 100.
According to the official Steam listing, the requirements are quite modest:
: Community consensus suggests the 2013 version has superior modding potential due to the FFNx project and the Tonberry Enhanced mod suite.