Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII

Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII

Role-playing (RPG)
2013

Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII is an upcoming Role-playing (RPG) game releasing on PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360. Scheduled to launch on November 21, 2013.

Developed by Square Enix, Square Enix Business Division 1, Square Enix 1st Production Department, Square Enix and published by Square Enix.

Release Date: 11/22/2013

Released
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII cover
trailer

Story

As Lightning, it is your mission to save souls so they may be brought to a new world. However, with only thirteen days remaining, not everyone can be saved. Armed with all-new weapons, player customization and battle abilities, you are in a race against time to fully understand your destiny. It all ends here.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

PlayStation 3PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox 360Xbox One

Genres

Role-playing (RPG)

Developers

  • Square Enix
  • Square Enix Business Division 1
  • Square Enix 1st Production Department
  • Square Enix

Publisher

  • Square Enix

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

Third person

Part of

  • Final Fantasy franchise

Ratings & Reviews

70%
Critic Score
13 reviews
71%
User Score
95 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

ActionFantasyScience fictionOpen world

Game Modes

Single player

Key Features

time travelsummoning supportmilitarytime manipulationfemale protagonisttime limitmultiple endingsgood vs evil

Game Engine

Built with Crystal Tools

Release Information

Primary Release Date

November 21, 2013

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

PlayStation 3

February 11, 2014
North America
November 21, 2013
Japan
February 13, 2014
Australia
February 14, 2014
Europe

Xbox 360

February 13, 2014
Australia
February 14, 2014
Europe
November 21, 2013
Japan
February 11, 2014
North America

PC (Microsoft Windows)

December 10, 2015
Worldwide

Xbox One

February 11, 2014
North America

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII