Games like FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED
If FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED is your kind of game, the closest matches are FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster, Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) and FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its writing quality is exceptional, emotional and nostalgic. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Get personalized picks →Final Fantasy VIII Remastered is a story-driven RPG released in 2019 that drops players into a sprawling fantasy world amid military conflict. The game features a junction system for character development, tactical battle positioning, and a card-game-combat mechanic that layers strategy onto its turn-based encounters. Character relationships evolve through a romance system that shapes both narrative and mechanical progression. The remaster offers graphical enhancements and customisable gameplay options. Available at $7.99 and verified for Steam Deck play, the game holds a 74% positive rating from over 2,600 Steam reviews. Players describe the experience as emotional and nostalgic, with reviewers highlighting well-developed characters and a deep, rewarding combat system that encourages strategic thinking throughout its lengthy campaign.
About FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED: The mega-hit RPG, FINAL FANTASY VIII returns! This Steam® version features new graphical enhancements and a whole host of options to customise your gameplay experience.
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FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
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Shares an emotional mood with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Top pick for FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster celebrates two of the most cherished and beloved entries to the world-renowned franchise, completely remastered in gorgeous High Definition & now available on PC / Windows!
Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
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Second-strongest match for FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption.
FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS
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Shares a nostalgic mood with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Third-strongest match for FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Take part in the epic sequel that unfolds nearly two decades after the events of FINAL FANTASY IV. Now enhanced for Windows PC.
FINAL FANTASY IX
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Shares an emotional mood with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Ranked #4 for FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Selling over five million copies since its release in 2000, FINAL FANTASY IX proudly returns on Steam! Now you can relive the adventures of Zidane and his crew on PC !
FINAL FANTASY VIII
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Shares junction system with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Ranked #5 for FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
It is a time of war. Galbadia, a Global Superpower, has declared war on Dollet, a country whose training academy is home to two personalities: the hot-headed Seifer and the 'lone wolf', Squall Leonhart. Both are equally at conflict with each other as their country is with Galbadia; to others, Squall appears lacking in team spirit, while...
Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
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Shares tactical battle positioning and a nostalgic mood with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Ranked #6 for FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam.
LOST SPHEAR
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Ranked #7 for FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
A young man, who suffered a phenomenon that he had never seen, faces an ominous power that threatens the fabric of reality. Awaken the power of Memory to restore what was lost!
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
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Shares an emotional mood with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Ranked #8 for FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.
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FINAL FANTASY
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The original FINAL FANTASY comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the first game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Persona 5 Royal
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Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways!
BioShock™
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BioShock is a shooter unlike any you've ever played, loaded with weapons and tactics never seen. You'll have a complete arsenal at your disposal from simple revolvers to grenade launchers and chemical throwers, but you'll also be forced to genetically modify your DNA to create an even more deadly weapon: you.
STAR WARS™ Knights of the Old Republic™
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It is four thousand years before the Galactic Empire and hundreds of Jedi Knights have fallen in battle against the ruthless Sith. You are the last hope of the Jedi Order. Can you master the awesome power of the Force on your quest to save the Republic? Or will you fall to the lure of the dark side?
Fallout 3
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Vault-Tec engineers have worked around the clock on an interactive reproduction of Wasteland life for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own vault. Included is an expansive world, unique combat, shockingly realistic visuals, tons of player choice, and an incredible cast of dynamic characters.
Fable
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Become the Hero you want to be in an immersive open-world action-RPG where each choice shapes your journey, reputation is everything, and fairytale endings are never guaranteed.
Borderlands 2
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The Ultimate Vault Hunter’s Upgrade lets you get the most out of the Borderlands 2 experience.
DARK SOULS™: REMASTERED
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Then, there was fire. Re-experience the critically acclaimed, genre-defining game that started it all. Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning high-definition detail running at 60fps.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED at current Steam store prices.
POSTAL 2
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Priced ~88% under FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?
GRIS
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Priced ~53% under FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.
The Test
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Priced ~75% under FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED on Steam right now. Shares Adventure and RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?
Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk
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Priced ~81% under FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.
Blood and Bacon
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Priced ~88% under FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.
Crypt of the NecroDancer
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Priced ~63% under FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED on Steam right now. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!
A Short Hike
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Priced ~50% under FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.
Sally Face - Episode One
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Priced ~63% under FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Delve into a dark adventure following the boy with a prosthetic face and a tragic past. Unravel the sinister mysteries of Sally's world to find the truth that lies hidden beneath the shadows.
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Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.
Doki Doki Literature Club!
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.
Life is Strange - Episode 1
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.
ENA: Dream BBQ
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.
The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!
Indigo Park: Chapter 1
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.
The Looker
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.
missed messages.
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
‘goth gf’s iPhone’ airdrops you - accept or decline? A love/horror story about life, death, & memes.
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Coming soon from Square Enix
Announced and quality-gated upcoming releases from Square Enix — ranked by community wishlist demand from our scraped pool.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
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Announced upcoming release from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares Adventure and RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
A brand-new action RPG from the creators of OCTOPATH TRAVELER and BRAVELY DEFAULT – The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales combines stunning HD-2D visuals and exciting action-adventure gameplay for the first time!
FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE
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Announced upcoming release from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Return to the pixel‑art world of FINAL FANTASY, evolved from its classic roots. Travel with companions bound by fate and call on Visions to aid you in battle to uncover the truth behind a force that threatens to bring everything to ruin.
DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World
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Announced upcoming release from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares Adventure and RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
In this RPG, you befriend monsters from the DRAGON QUEST series, raise them up, synthesize new creatures, and pit them against other monsters in battle. Join fledgling monster wranglers Bianca and Nera as they set off on the adventure of a lifetime.
More from Square Enix
Other recommendable Steam games by Square Enix, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
NieR:Automata™
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Shares an emotional mood with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Another title from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
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Another title from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Join over 30 million adventurers worldwide and take part in an epic and ever-changing FINAL FANTASY. Experience an unforgettable story, exhilarating battles, and a myriad of captivating environments to explore.
FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION
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Another title from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE
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Another title from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares Adventure and RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi.
FINAL FANTASY VII
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Another title from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
The RPG classic FINAL FANTASY VII returns to PC, now with brand new online features!
FINAL FANTASY XVI
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Another title from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.
FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH
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Shares an emotional mood with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
Another title from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares Adventure and RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.
NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139...
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Another title from Square Enix, the studio behind FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED. Shares Adventure and RPG with FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED.
The upgraded prequel of NieR:Automata. A kind young man sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking book, to search for the "Sealed verses" in order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl.
Frequently asked about FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED
- Is FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
- How much does FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED cost?
- FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED is listed on Steam at 7.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED are FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster, Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake), FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS.
- Who developed FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED?
- FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED was developed by Square Enix.
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