Reception
| Reception | |
|---|---|
| Aggregate scores | |
| Aggregator | Score |
| GameRankings | 81% (48 reviews) |
| Metacritic | 80 out of 100 (45 reviews) |
| Review scores | |
| Publication | Score |
| Electronic Gaming Monthly | 77 out of 100 |
| Famitsu | 34 out of 40 |
| Game Informer | 8.75 out of 10 |
| GamePro | 4 out of 5 |
| GameSpot | 7 out of 10 |
| IGN | 9 out of 10 |
| Nintendo Power | 7.5 out of 10 |
| Official Nintendo Magazine | 87 out of 100 |
Square Enix reports that as of May 31, 2009, Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift has sold 670,000 copies worldwide, with 310,000 copies sold in Japan, 240,000 copies in North America, and 120,000 copies in Europe.
Granting an overall score of 34 (out of 40), Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu comments on the wide variety of missions, jobs, and skills that are available to the player. The magazine also indicated that fans would be pleased on the ability to customize characters. Famitsu criticized the lack of camera rotation and the shallow story. The reception for the North American version has generally been positive. IGN called it "just as deep as ever. It's also one of the best looking DS games around." GameSpot cited the game's presentation, musical score, and deep gameplay as its strengths. GameSpot complained about the game's slow battles, restrictive law system and customization, and steep learning curve. Game Informer said "When it all clicks, Final Fantasy Tactics A2 is a well-oiled adventure combining good design and fun gameplay that any strategy/RPG fan will appreciate." The Official Nintendo Magazine said "It's a daunting prospect but there are rewards for the brave here. This is a classy, addictive and sophisticated RPG."
Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift was awarded Best Strategy Game for the Nintendo DS by IGN for their 2008 video game awards.
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