Best Square Enix Video Games for emotional impact

#1

Several reviewers described strong emotional impact from the story, performances, and character arcs.

#2

Multiple reviewers described unusually strong emotional payoffs, including poignant scenes and endings that made them stop, reflect, or cry.

#3

Emotional impact is very strong overall, producing tears, reflection, and attachment, though one review says the ending's delivery undermines a crucial moment.

#4

When the story lands, reviewers describe powerful late-game revelations, tragedy, rebuilding themes, and memorable character moments that give the long journey a strong emotional payoff.

#5

Despite the paper-thin narrative, the deeper ending is described as unexpectedly thought-provoking and even profound.

#6

The reunion consistently lands hardest in quiet conversations, reconciliations, and the final farewell, producing warmth, sadness, and closure even for some otherwise critical players.

#7

The smaller island stories can be surprisingly dark, touching, and resonant. For some longtime fans, trimming content also removes part of the emotional weight they remember.