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Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift

Nintendo DS • 2007

Should you play it?

School is out for the summer, but mischievous Luso Clemens must first face detention to make up for his misbehavior. Alone in the library, he stumbles upon an ancient book with magical powers that summons him to the mystical land of Ivalice. Warped into the middle of a battlefield, Luso joins Cid and his clan to set off on an adventurous journey looking for a way home.

What works

  • Deep and customizable job system
  • Extensive quest variety and content
  • Strategic and tactical depth
  • Charming visuals and sound
  • Long-term engagement through clan management

Things to keep in mind

  • Slow pacing and unskippable animations
  • Forgettable and light story
  • Cumbersome stylus controls and camera issues
  • Grind-heavy equipment and bazaar system
  • Minimal multiplayer or social features

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Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Survival, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story.

Last update: 02/09/2026