Welcome to the complete Final Fantasy VI walkthrough. This guide covers the entire game from start to finish, including all character recruitment, esper collection, side quests, and hidden secrets.

General Tips

• Save frequently, especially before major story events
• Explore thoroughly - many secrets and optional content await
• Pay attention to character-specific abilities and when to use them
• Don't rush - take time to level up and collect espers

Walkthrough Sections

Use the sidebar or the links below to navigate through each section:

• World of Balance
  • Narshe – Opening sequence and initial exploration
  • Figaro Castle – Meeting Edgar and recruiting him to your party
  • Floating Continent – Final dungeon before the World of Ruin
  • ... and 36 more sections covering the first half of the game
• World of Ruin
  • World of Ruin – Entering the transformed world
  • Kefka's Tower – Final dungeon and boss battle
  • ... and 32 more sections covering the second half of the game

Note: The sidebar table of contents shows all 73 sections organized by World of Balance and World of Ruin.

Character Recruitment Guide

Final Fantasy VI features 14 playable characters. Some are recruited automatically through the story, while others require specific actions or side quests. Check individual section guides for recruitment details.

Esper Collection

Espers are magical creatures that teach characters magic spells. Collecting all espers is essential for building powerful characters. Each section will note when espers become available.