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This page has information about the ATB modes from the game Final Fantasy VIII (FF8, FFVIII). This page will teach you about the difference of ATB Active mode and Wait mode, and which should you use in the game.
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ATB is the system final fantasy 8 uses in battle. It features a bar that slowly fills up, and when it does, it allows the player to choose a command.
Active mode is a battle mode where the ATB gauge fills up no matter what is happening in the battle. It emulates real time and makes the battle faster.
A mode that allows players to think. Putting the ATB on Wait mode will make the ATB Gauge pause when choosing enemies to target with abilities, choosing items and magics from the menu, and choosing which GF to summon. It is highly recommended to switch to Wait mode for players new to the Final Fantasy Series.
Frtom there, select Config. On the Config menu, you will see ATB mode. Choose which mode you would like to use from there.
| Character Status | Gauge Color | |
|---|---|---|
| Accumulating | Full | |
| Normal | Orange | Yellow |
| Slow | Dark Blue | Light Yellow |
| Haste | Pink | Light Orange |
| Stopped/Petrified | White | Yellow |
| The Junction System | Limit Break |
| Stats | Running Away |
| Drawing | Status Abnormalities |
| Junk Shop | Active and Wait ATB |
| Explanation of Triple Triad | Triple Triad Rules |
| FF8 Remastered New Functions | How to Strengthen Party Members |
| How to Get Money | SeeD Exam Answers |
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