‘Final Fantasy’ is getting a series-spanning 40th anniversary vinyl

Square Enix have announced details of a new 40th anniversary Final Fantasy vinyl, featuring songs from every mainline game in the long-running series. READ MORE: How ‘Final Fantasy 14’ breaks all the rules of video game music The original Final Fantasy was released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment system, with players taking control of The Warriors Of Light to save the world from the Elemental Fiends. Since then, 15 mainline sequels have followed alongside numerous spin-offs, remakes and adaptations. To mark the imminent 40th anniversary of the fantasy role-playing series, developers Square Enix have announced ‘The Crystal Vinyl Edition’. The double LP features “one carefully selected song from each game in its long history, from the original Final Fantasy to Final Fantasy 16.” “Moments of epic journeys, bonds of friendship, battles against formidable enemies, and unforgettable farewells – the melodies that have coloured these various stories have transcended the boundaries of the games themselves, and have been passed down in the memories of many people,” the product listing continues. “This album is a commemorative release that traces that 40-year journey through music.” Th...