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Final Fantasy has had a big year thanks to the launch of Final Fantasy 16, the latest mainline game and first since 2016. It was also the first numbered entry to make a full-on move to fast-paced action combat, which undoubtedly opened up the series to a lot of new players. Longtime fans who may have bristled at the change of pace are in for some excitement in the near future, as the long-awaited Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is set to launch on February 29, 2024. Given that it's such an exciting time for the iconic role-playing franchise, it stands to reason that there will be increased interest in Final Fantasy-themed gifts this holiday season. As such, we've rounded up an assortment of Final Fantasy games and merch that would make the Final Fantasy fan in your life happy. For more gift ideas, check out our roundups of Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda merch.
Final Fantasy Games
Starting with the obvious, a Final Fantasy game (if you know they don't have it already) would make for the perfect gift. Final Fantasy 16, which released this year, is the obvious choice, but there are other notable titles for modern platforms, too. Final Fantasy 7 fans would be happy with the remastered version of the spin-off Crisis Core. Stranger of Paradise, meanwhile, is an appropriately zany reimagining of the first entry in the series. And for the nostalgic fans, a Steam wallet code (gift card) can give them the purchasing power for the gorgeous Pixel Remasters of the first six games in the series.
Final Fantasy 4K Blu-rays
The Final Fantasy fan on your shopping list will appreciate the 4K Blu-ray releases of a trio of Final Fantasy movies. For a different story within the world of Final Fantasy 7, Advent Children is a wonderfully animated tale. Meanwhile, Kingsglaive serves as a prequel to Final Fantasy 15. Final Fantasy: Spirits Within is seriously underrated and features some truly impressive and painstakingly detailed CGI graphics. Each of these 4K Blu-rays also come with standard Blu-ray discs and digital copies of the film. Plus, you can get a nice discount on all three at Amazon.
Final Fantasy 16 Soundtrack Box Set
Final Fantasy 16 has easily one of the best soundtracks of the year, an orchestral blast of stirring themes and heroic music. Produced by legendary composer Masayoshi Soken, the physical edition of the soundtrack was released on July 28 and is a fantastic collection of CDs housed inside of a beautifully illustrated box. The Final Fantasy 16 soundtrack makes for an eye-catching gift with plenty of tracks to listen to across all eight of its discs. While it originally launched for $100, recent months have seen some big price cuts for this collection and it's not uncommon to see it discounted to $80 or lower lately. With those savings you can add to the package with a luxurious Final Fantasy 16 art book and poster set.
Final Fantasy Anniversary Art Card Set
There's a certain thrill to trading cards, as cracking open a fresh sealed packet of them and seeing if you were lucky enough to get a rare card is still one one of life's best pleasures. For this collection, Final Fantasy fans can grab a a display box that contains 20 card packs, with each pack containing six physical trading cards randomly selected from all 207 design variations. There's also a digital twist to this, as these packs come with an exchange ticket that can redeemed for any digital card of your choice. This is a great stocking stuffer idea, as you can easily hand out a pack of cards as a quick gift from this box set that celebrates the legacy of Final Fantasy VII.
Final Fantasy 7 Jigsaw Puzzles
When you have all the pieces, you have a full picture. And that goes double for these Final Fantasy puzzles, wonderful visual conundrums that allow you to recreate iconic scenes and locations from Final Fantasy VII. If you're looking to relax on a rainy evening, then these puzzles will hit the paradoxical itch for leisure and mental stimulation far better than scrolling through TikTok ever will. You can get started with 500-piece puzzles that recapture the signature images of Cloud Strife and Tifa Lockhart, or if you're up for a challenge, there's a 1,000-piece puzzle that shows off the city of Midgar once completed.
Final Fantasy Ultimania Archives
If you're looking to expand your knowledge of Final Fantasy, a dedicated Wiki is always within reach, but there's a certain magic to having a book of lore, development information, and behind-the-scenes facts on hand. The Final Fantasy Ultimania encyclopedias are essential tomes of knowledge to have if you're looking to become a franchise loremaster, as not only are these informative books, they're beautifully designed and show how the games were made with stunning attention to even the smallest of details.
Final Fantasy 14 Encyclopedias
While the books above are a comprehensive look at Final Fantasy across the ages, the Encyclopaedia Eorzea are the go-to books when you're shopping for a Final Fantasy 14 player. With the online MMORPG having grown massively over the years, these deluxe and full-color books chronicle the events of the game in a manner that can only be described as definitive. Covering the game's city-states, organizations, and leading players, these books are a treasure trove of invaluable information.
Final Fantasy 14 Art Books
Behind every groundbreaking game is a mountain of art that helped build the foundation for a successful franchise. That's especially true for Final Fantasy, and if you want some coffee table books that you can flip through to see how the game's were visually built, this series of eight art books are must-haves. Forget about an expensive trip to the Louvre in Paris, because you can have your own art gallery at home with this collection of fine and fantastical art (plus the Louvre doesn't have Final Fantasy art).
More Final Fantasy Books
Sticking with books, Final Fantasy's literary works aren't just limited to art books and paperbound Wikis. For a quirky gift, published works like the Final Fantasy 14 cookbook, novelizations of Final Fantasy VII Remake, and the character-driven stories of Final Fantasy XV make for great reading material. You can also grab a pair of "books" that are actually collections of posters.
Final Fantasy T-shirts
Prepare for some Final Fantasy fashion with these T-shirts! You can never go wrong with a T-shirt when it comes to thoughtful Final Fantasy gifts, and these fashion items are also an affordable way to put a smile on someone's face when they're a big fan of this franchise. Teepublic has plenty of options available, with some stylish fan-designed options riffing on iconic moments in franchise history, original art of characters from across multiple Final Fantasy games, and more imaginative styles that'll catch your eye.
Final Fantasy Statues and Action Figures
They say that money can't buy you love, but it can buy limited-edition Final Fantasy collectibles that will make people love you (more than they already do, of course)! There's no shortage of Final Fantasy collectibles, and depending on the specific iteration of the franchise that you're shopping around for, you can easily buy finely crafted statues or highly posable action figures for the Final Fantasy fan at home. For our money, we'd recommend the Final Fantasy VII figures from the Play Arts Kai line. These incredibly detailed figures come with a wide selection of accessories, and they can strike a pose thanks ton the vast amount of articulation present in them. The release of Final Fantasy VII Remake saw several new figures released, and with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on the way, a Cloud Strife, Zack Fair, or Aerith figure would look brilliant on a shelf before launch.
Final Fantasy Cloud Strife Jewelry and Beer Steins
Gold rings and chains are so last century, because Final Fantasy jewelry is so hot right now. Amazon has a delightful Final Fantasy VII box set available that includes several stunning pieces of gear from the original game cast in alloy metals. It's an expensive and gorgeous set that includes Cloud Strife's wolf necklace, ring, and shoulder accessory, making it especially perfect for cosplayers. We've also included several keychains below, and for anyone in the mood to celebrate, a few Chocobo beer steins for when you're ready to party. Cheers!
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