Best Square Enix Games For Feeling Like A God

Since its inception in the mid-1970s, either through its individual entities (Counting Square and Enix) prior to merger or as Square Enix post-2003, this company has made a significant impact on the gaming world. Notably, it has contributed significantly to the Role Playing Game genre by developing and publishing some of the most remarkable games ever created. In its extensive collection, you’ll find many games where the protagonists are tasked with transforming or rescuing their worlds.

In general, Square Enix games are usually quite powerful, but their playable characters aren’t overpowered to the extent that you can easily defeat enemies without encountering much difficulty. However, there are always exceptions. If you’re looking for a taste of temporary divinity, give these Square Enix games a try. Not all of them might be popular favorites, but they offer a thrill when played with a mindset of “let’s show off and have a blast”.

Here are some notes and criteria:

Games developed by Square Enix will be prioritized, and projects developed by subsidiaries will be considered. However, games published by Square Enix but developed by a non-subsidiary developer will not be included. This eliminates Team Ninja’s Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and tri-Ace’s Star Ocean.
While I will be making one exception, as it frankly cannot be omitted, games that need to be intentionally broken by players will generally be ignored. You have to feel like a god organically through a standard playthrough.
Real-time combat games will be slightly prioritized, just because they are a better fit for this topic.
Playing as an actual god does not matter if the character does not feel like one.

6. Marvel’s Avengers

You Play As A Literal God, And Thor Feels Like One

Discussing one of the highly debated games in recent years, it’s important to acknowledge that “Marvel’s Avengers” was not spared from constructive criticism, much of which I believe is warranted. However, acknowledging its flaws, it’s essential to give credit where it’s due. The core Avengers characters (excluding The Hulk) are enjoyable and powerful to play. Iron Man brings devastation from great heights, while Captain America’s shield is a delight to master. Both Ms. Marvel and Black Widow demonstrate impressive abilities, with the former standing out notably.

In the end, we have Thor, truly embodying his title as the God of Thunder. As Odin’s son, he proves to be an unstoppable force in missions, and wielding Mjölnir is nothing short of gratifying. His abilities only serve to reinforce his divine status, whether it’s Odinforce, God Blast, or Bitfrost. Frankly, I can’t help but wish Square Enix had centered a game entirely around Thor; it would have been far more captivating.

5. Final Fantasy 16

A Dominant Final Fantasy Protagonist

In the world of “Final Fantasy 16,” the character Clive ranks high among the franchise’s most potent protagonists when it comes to narrative depth. What sets him apart is that his in-story power isn’t just demonstrated through combat, but also feels significantly greater than expected, making him appear almost mythical.

This game, FF16, stands out as an exception because it’s surprisingly straightforward during your initial playthrough, even on standard difficulty. The action is swift and vibrant, with Clive easily overpowering enemies without much struggle. To be honest, you don’t need to delve deep into the mechanics or become a master to finish the campaign; quite frequently, you can just mash buttons like a deity.

I’ll also add, Clive has plenty of cool abilities that enhance that feeling of being a god.

4. Forspoken

Become A Goddess Of Magic

Indeed, another divisive Square Enix game of recent times – Forspoken – appears ripe for a potential turnaround in reputation, though that transformation hasn’t fully materialized as yet. Nevertheless, if you happen to subscribe to PS Plus Extra and are seeking an open-world title featuring a powerful mage protagonist, give Forspoken a go; it’s well worth downloading and trying out. Granted, it has its flaws, but that doesn’t diminish the game’s merits.

At the very least, Forspoken boasts an extraordinary magical system that substantially impacts various aspects of gameplay, ranging from navigation to conflict. As you progress, you acquire command over the elements, learning when and how to switch between powers to create pandemonium and devastation. With over 30 spells to discover and perfect, you possess ample liberty to develop a character that aligns with your tastes. Moreover, the game ensures that most of these abilities are enjoyable to employ and visually stunning.

3. Final Fantasy 8

Break The Game, Become A God

In most turn-based JRPGs, you can potentially exploit or overuse certain mechanics to gain an unfair advantage, but it typically takes a significant amount of time or expertise. Generally, regular gameplay maintains a reasonable level of challenge. However, Final Fantasy 8 stands out as the Square Enix game that is most easily manipulated in this manner, at least among the games within their franchise.

An often employed strategy is tampering with the Card System to amass excessively potent items during early stages of the campaign in Final Fantasy 8, but there are alternative methods to bypass the game’s balance. Fundamental spells from the early game seem overly powerful, and it isn’t challenging to outfit Squall with items and weapons capable of decimating most foes. Many game-breaking techniques involve actions that extend beyond regular gameplay actions in a typical session, but they aren’t so extraordinary that triggering them becomes an overwhelming task. Aside from effortlessly defeating opponents, there is a sense of divine intervention when intentionally breaching a game’s rules.

2. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion

The Game Breaks Itself, You Become A God

The chosen option, Reunion, is considered more probable because it’s something modern players might attempt. However, all the points still apply to the original version on PSP.

Typically, I prefer not to spoil games by overpowering them during my initial playthrough, as I enjoy experiencing the developer’s intended journey. Yet, Crisis Core seems to inadvertently transform Zach into a powerful god soldier capable of breezing through late-game bosses with minimal blows, and this transformation occurs rather abruptly.

Initially, the early stages offer a moderate level of challenge as players work with weaker Materia and summons, but Materia is simple to enhance and master, and the game’s shorter length and effortless side missions allow for quick acquisition of powerful equipment and skills. This is faster than usual for an RPG, and ordinary foes don’t pose much of a threat. However, the DMW system, while criticized for its randomness, can disrupt the game during the latter half by providing occasional boosts that make Zach, who is already close to invincible, even stronger.

Maybe I just got lucky in my playthrough.

1. Kingdom Hearts 3

Sora Is Square Enix’s OP God

In days long past, the Kingdom Hearts universe initially aimed to create a challenging action RPG. This continued for roughly two games, but then chose to alter its course. The character Sora was transformed into an overpowering protagonist, possessing extraordinary and astonishing abilities. This shift began in KH2, and KH3 took it to the extreme. Instead of gradually acquiring new abilities and unveiling mechanics, Sora is essentially invincible from the get-go, mirroring his journey spanning many years.

In a refreshing twist, I admire Kingdon Hearts 3’s choice not to revert Sora back to square one. Instead, they allowed him to maintain his mighty hero status, which he earned through diligent effort. He’s agile, strong, and equipped with magic, summons, transformations, and limit breaks. Despite acquiring superior keyblades, he hardly needs the Ultima Weapon to exhibit god-like actions. Sora is a jack-of-all-trades; you too can master all realms.

2025-07-20 02:09