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❤ Thrilling, Skill-Based Combat

The game features an engaging action-oriented combat system that draws inspiration from Devil May Cry. Players control the protagonist Clive, who can seamlessly blend a variety of weapon attacks, combos, and summoned abilities to devastating effect. Reviewers praise the combat's responsiveness, depth, and ability to accommodate both casual players and action game enthusiasts.

❤ Jaw-Dropping Eikonic Battles

One of the gameplay's standout elements are the epic, cinematic battles against the game's powerful summoned creatures called Eikons. When rival Dominants clash, the resulting Eikonic battles blend stunning visual spectacle with intense, skill-based combat. Players must expertly time their attacks, defenses, and reactive abilities to overcome these awe-inspiring set pieces, which reviewers say deliver a level of grandeur and dynamism unmatched in previous Final Fantasy titles.

❤ Meaningful Customization and Progression

While the RPG mechanics may be more streamlined than past entries, the game still provides meaningful ways for players to customize and develop Clive's abilities. The skill tree system allows players to unlock and upgrade a variety of combos, summoned powers, and techniques, encouraging experimentation with different playstyles. Optimizing Clive's loadout of unique weapons, each with their own movesets, is also cited as a rewarding aspect of the progression system.

❤ Accessibility for All Players

Recognizing the challenge of the action-focused combat, the developers have included an "Story Mode" option that automatically handles certain evasive maneuvers and simplifies the execution of powerful Eikonic abilities. This accessibility feature allows less experienced players to still enjoy the narrative without being overwhelmed. Conversely, the optional "Action Mode" provides a greater challenge for skilled players who want to truly master the combat mechanics.