Why Final Fantasy X Still Hurts

Even 25 years after its release, the story of Final Fantasy X sticks with players in a way most games don’t. Beneath the world of Spira is a story about sacrifice, accountability, and learning to let go; not just of other people, but of the version of yourself that wants things to stay the same. In this video, I talk about why Final Fantasy X still hits so hard. We look at Tidus and Yuna’s journey, how the game handles grief and responsibility, and why its ending refuses to give you easy closure. Final Fantasy X doesn’t try to make you feel better. It asks you to grow.