Final Fantasy Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG
Final Fantasy II
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Squaresoft |
| Publisher | Squaresoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Final Fantasy |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 36 |
Final Fantasy II is a role-playing game released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Squaresoft.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Tetris. Among the 63 NES RPGs in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Final Fantasy series; on the NES you can also try Final Fantasy and Final Fantasy III. The series also appears on other systems with Final Fantasy VII (PS1) and Final Fantasy VIII (PS1).
Final Fantasy II is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Final Fantasy II is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Final Fantasy II cheats & codes
738 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Items Outside of Battle! (i.e. Infinite Cabins, Infinite Ether, Etc.) | SUNXKESO |
|---|---|
| Get Mega Gold After Every Battle! | IOSZZKGO |
| No Random Battles (Caves) | XGVKNNEY |
| No Random Battles (Overworld) | SAKGPIEP |
Final Fantasy II walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Final Fantasy II.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Final Fantasy II FAQ
When did Final Fantasy II come out on the NES?
Final Fantasy II was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Final Fantasy II?
It was developed by Squaresoft.
Is Final Fantasy II multiplayer?
No. Final Fantasy II is a single-player game.
How long does Final Fantasy II take to play?
As a role-playing game, Final Fantasy II typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Final Fantasy II on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.