Guides
Where to Start With Final Fantasy in 2026
Sixteen numbered entries, dozens of spin-offs, and no real continuity between games. Here's the honest, no-filler way into Square Enix's flagship series.
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Entry points & evergreen reads
Guides
Entry guides, where-to-start breakdowns, rankings, recommendation pieces, and the evergreen reads that stay useful long after release week.
Where to Start
Entry guides for franchises and genres — the right starting point for a series, not just the newest one.
Rankings
Best-in-franchise lists, tiered recommendations, and ranked retrospectives.
Recommendations
Short, focused pieces on what to play next based on what you already like.
First Impressions
Early-play notes on new releases before a full review lands.
Soulsborne Ranked — And Where a Newcomer Should Actually Start
FromSoftware's catalogue is sprawling, but the path in is more forgiving than its reputation suggests. Here's our honest ranking and the entry point most people should pick.
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The Legend of Zelda — A Complete Franchise Overview
From the original NES classic to Tears of the Kingdom, the Zelda franchise has defined adventure gaming for nearly four decades.
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