What you can do as a member?
You can do by logging in.
- Retention of various tool data
- Site theme change
- Game bookmarking feature
- Provide feedback on the website
Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins is set in a world that is built on the foundations of Final Fantasy I. Read on to learn if Stranger of Paradise is a sequel, remake, or a prequel to the first Final Fantasy game!
List of Contents
In an interview held with Producers Tetsuya Nomura, Jin Fujiwara, and Director Daisuke Inoue back in 2021, it was clarified that Stranger of Paradise would neither be a sequel, prequel, or a remake of the first Final Fantasy game.
Despite the direct references to events, locations, and even subtle hints, Stranger of Paradise is designed around the "motif" of Final Fantasy I and is an entirely different and new story based seemingly around the structure of the original game.
As hinted by Nomura in the same interview, Garland and Chaos from the original game have capabilities of bending time, managing to come back again and again to wreak havoc and destruction on the world repeatedly.
When asked if this part of the story has a bearing on Stranger of Paradise, Nomura explained that, indeed, this time bending ability due to the Chaos Shrine is part of the explanation of how and why Jack and his companions look like modern characters in a medieval world.
In the same interview, it was discusses how the game's protagonist – Jack – and his allies are thematically "Strangers" in Paradise, a subtle hint about how, possibly, players will be taking on the role of the villain in the game.
In a blog post recently made on Playstation.blog, it was discussed that unlike past Final Fantasy titles, players will now have the chance to play as the villain in Stranger of Paradise's darker world.
Garland and Chaos are both prominent characters in Final Fantasy I, with both occupying antagonist roles that players are meant to defeat as the "Warriors of the Light". With the premise that players will "play as the villain" in Stranger of Paradise, and outside of Jack becoming a villain in his own right, there is a possibility that Jack can become either of the two villains at some point in the game.
As hinted by Tetsuya Nomura in his interview, hints can be found in how the characters in the game are designed, giving both purpose and meaning to how characters appear and how such things play a role in the story of the game, with Jack's own armor bearing a subtle similarity to that of Garland's.
Game Ending Explained
Updated 3/20/2022
Learn how the events of the game's ending shapes the universe of the first Final Fantasy!
Demo Release Date
Updated 3/19/2022
A new demo is out now! Find out what the demo contains and what carries over!
Release Date and Early Access
Updated 3/15/2022
Find out when the game releases and how you can get early access!
Release Time and Countdown
Updated 3/18/2022
Find out what time the game releases in your area!
Available Platforms
Updated 3/8/2022
Find out which platforms the game will be available on and if the game will be available on Steam!
Preorder Guide and Bonuses
Updated 3/14/2022
Read on to learn what bonuses await when you preoder now!
All Game Editions
Updated 3/8/2022
Find out which edition of the game is right for you!
PC System Requirements
Updated 3/9/2022
Find out if your PC can run Stranger of Paradise now!
PS5 Upgrade Guide
Updated 3/8/2022
Learn how to upgrade your PS4 game to the PS5 version!
Best Settings
Updated 3/10/2022
Create the best experience while playing Stranger of Paradise!
Is Stranger of Paradise a Remake? A Prequel?
Updated 3/10/2022
Find out whether or not Stranger of Paradise is a Remake, Sequel, or Prequel to Final Fantasy I!
Is There Character Creation?
Updated 3/15/2022
Learn more about the game's Character Customization features!
Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Is Stranger of Paradise a Remake? A Prequel?
Genshin Impact Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Zenless Zone Zero Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2) Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Pokemon TCG Pocket (PTCGP) Strategies & Guides Wiki
Honkai: Star Rail Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Infinity Nikki Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV) Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Metaphor: ReFantazio Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Palworld Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Fire Emblem Heroes (FEH) Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Once Human Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP) Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
Persona 3 Reload Walkthrough & Guides Wiki
© 2022 KOEI TECMO GAMES/SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. CHARACTER DESIGN: TETSUYA NOMURA LOGO ILLUSTRATION: ©2021 YOSHITAKA AMANO
The copyrights of videos of games used in our content and other intellectual property rights belong to the provider of the game.
The contents we provide on this site were created personally by members of the Game8 editorial department.
We refuse the right to reuse or repost content taken without our permission such as data or images to other sites.