《太空戰士10》（Final Fantasy X）是由史克威爾（Square，現為史克威爾艾尼克斯）於2001年發行的角色扮演遊戲，是該系列首度登上PlayStation 2平台的作品。不僅在技術上作出革命性突破，還在劇情、角色、戰鬥系統等方面做出許多創新，成為該系列中具有里程碑意義的一部作品。之後移植到PS3、PSVita、PS4、Windows，全銷售量突破800萬套。人物設計採用3D 。2003年3月續作《Final Fantasy X-2》上市，延續10代的故事情節發展。而國際板與普通版的差異在於採用英文字幕及發音，劇情及戰鬥畫面都與原作一樣，而招喚獸及隱藏招喚士也有增加。

故事發生在名為「史皮拉」（Spira）的世界，這是由海洋、島嶼和古老文明遺跡所構成的奇幻大陸。主角是來自扎納爾坎德（Zanarkand）的年輕運動員提達（Tidus），他是世界上最受歡迎的水球選手之一。在名為「水球大賽」的比賽中，提達的家鄉突然遭遇名為「辛」（Sin）的巨大怪物的襲擊，並被徹底摧毀。提達被辛吞噬後，神秘地來到史皮拉這個陌生的世界。

在史皮拉，提達遇到尤娜（Yuna），一位年輕的召喚師，她正準備進行拯救世界的冒險。尤娜的使命是追尋「聖教」的教義，通過召喚強大的召喚獸來對抗辛，並最終將辛消除。尤娜的旅程並非孤單，她的隊伍成員包括堅強的戰士阿爾貝多（Albedo）、勇敢的主角提達（Tidus）和精明的黑魔導士瓦卡（Wakka）等。在這趟旅程中，提達與尤娜及其同伴們建立深厚的友誼，並逐漸解斯皮拉的歷史與秘密。

然而，隨著故事的發展，提達發現尤娜的使命並不如他最初所想的那麼簡單。尤娜面臨的挑戰並非僅僅是對抗辛，還涉及到更深層次的宗教信仰、政治陰謀和人類與神明之間的複雜關係。最終，提達意識到，拯救世界的唯一方法是找到能夠打破斯皮拉無盡循環的辦法，而這背後的真相將徹底改變他與尤娜以及整個世界的命運。

在戰鬥系統上採用全新的「戰術回合制」（Conditional Turn-Based Battle, CTB）系統，除保持回合制戰鬥的經典元素，還加入更多的戰略層次。戰鬥每回合的順序是由各角色和敵人根據行動條的長短來決定的，這樣不僅能讓玩家在戰鬥中有更多的時間思考策略，還能讓戰鬥節奏更加緊湊且富有挑戰性。

與傳統的角色成長系統相比，採用「能力之路」（Sphere Grid）系統，這是該作的標誌性特色。在能力之路系統中，每位角色擁有一個可視化的「格子板」，每次角色升級時會獲得一顆「球體」，這些球體可以用來解鎖格子板中的技能和屬性提升。每個角色的發展路徑完全由玩家來決定，這樣讓可以根據自己的戰術需求，定製角色的成長方向。此外，召喚獸系統在本作中也得到極大的強化。召喚獸不僅能夠參與戰鬥，還有著各自獨特的技能和屬性。每當召喚獸進場時，會呈現出華麗的召喚動畫，這場面成為本作的亮點之一。遊戲中的召喚獸不僅是戰鬥中的強大幫手，還在劇情中扮演著關鍵角色。

世界設計非常豐富，由三個大陸組成，前作系列作品偏向歐洲風，《太空戰士10》較偏向南太平洋、泰國和日本的舞台設定。自由探索不同的地區，解開隱藏的秘密。斯皮拉的世界被劃分為多個地區，每個地區都有不同的文化背景和風格，包括美麗的海島、古老的城市、神秘的遺跡等。每個地區都有獨特的主線任務與支線任務，與NPC互動，還能參與各種小遊戲、迷宮探索等活動。關卡設計強調自由探索與挑戰，許多隱藏的寶箱、隱秘的召喚獸、以及需要解開謎題的關卡都讓人持續投入到冒險之中。此外，每個地點和背景都充滿細緻的設計，無論是城市的建築，還是大自然的景觀，都充滿細緻的刻畫，讓人感覺置身於生動的世界中。

當年在發售後受到廣泛好評，並取得非常高的銷售成績，成為PlayStation 2平台上最成功的作品之一。評論家讚譽遊戲的劇情深度、角色塑造以及戰鬥系統的創新，特別是故事中的情感描繪和音樂得到極高的評價。音樂方面，作曲家植松伸夫為本作創作大量令人難忘的曲目，特別是主題曲《Suteki Da Ne》(Isn't It Wonderful?) 和遊戲中的音樂，成為玩家心目中最具代表性的遊戲音樂之一。這些音樂不僅完美契合整體的情感氛圍，也成為該作的一大特色。

此外，角色形象與動畫表現也得到高度讚揚，尤娜與提達之間的情感糾葛、角色的成長與轉變都給予人深刻的情感共鳴。情節轉折和結局更是讓玩家反覆思考，並在結局後仍然感到深深的印象。然而，也有少部分玩家對遊戲的全程過度線性和缺乏自由度提出批評，並且對角色的性格設計提出部分異議，認為部分角色過於理想化，缺乏複雜的內心掙扎。但總體來看，這些負面評價並未影響遊戲的整體成績。

這不僅是《太空戰士》系列的重要篇章，也標誌著角色扮演遊戲的技術革新。劇情情感充沛，戰鬥系統創新，角色成長路徑多樣，使得這款作品成為當時乃至後來的經典，影響深遠，至今仍被視為最具代表性的角色扮演遊戲之一。

Final Fantasy X is a role-playing game released by Square (now Square Enix) in 2001, marking the series' debut on the PlayStation 2 platform. The game not only achieved revolutionary technological advancements but also introduced numerous innovations in story, characters, and battle systems, making it a milestone in the series. It was later ported to PS3, PS Vita, PS4, and Windows, with total sales surpassing 8 million copies. The character design utilized 3D models. In March 2003, a sequel, Final Fantasy X-2, was released, continuing the storyline from FFX.

The international version of the game featured English subtitles and voice acting, while the plot and battle scenes remained the same as the original. Additional summons and hidden aeons were also introduced.

Story Overview

The story takes place in the world of Spira, a fantastical continent composed of oceans, islands, and ancient ruins. The protagonist, Tidus, is a young athlete from Zanarkand and one of the most popular blitzball players. During a blitzball tournament, his hometown is suddenly attacked and destroyed by a massive creature known as Sin. Tidus is engulfed by Sin and mysteriously transported to the unfamiliar world of Spira.

In Spira, Tidus encounters Yuna, a young summoner preparing to embark on a journey to save the world. Yuna’s mission follows the teachings of the "Yevon Church," summoning powerful aeons to battle Sin and ultimately destroy it. Yuna is not alone in her quest—her team includes the steadfast warrior Auron, the brave Tidus, and the skilled black mage Lulu, among others. As they journey together, Tidus forms deep bonds with Yuna and her companions, gradually uncovering Spira's hidden history and secrets.

As the story unfolds, Tidus realizes that Yuna’s mission is far more complex than he initially thought. Her challenges extend beyond defeating Sin and delve into deeper layers of religious beliefs, political intrigue, and the complex relationship between humanity and divine beings. Ultimately, Tidus discovers that the only way to save the world is to break the endless cycle that binds Spira—a revelation that will profoundly alter the destinies of Tidus, Yuna, and the entire world.

Gameplay Innovations

Final Fantasy X introduces the Conditional Turn-Based Battle (CTB) system, a fresh take on traditional turn-based combat. While preserving classic turn-based elements, CTB adds more strategic depth by allowing the turn order to depend on each character's and enemy's action gauge. This system provides players with more time to plan their moves while maintaining an engaging and challenging battle rhythm.

The game also features the Sphere Grid, a unique character progression system. Each character possesses a visual grid-like board that can be customized by the player. Upon leveling up, characters earn spheres that unlock abilities and attribute boosts on the grid. This system grants players full control over character growth, allowing them to tailor each character’s development to suit their tactical needs.

Additionally, the summoning system is significantly enhanced. Summoned creatures, known as aeons, actively participate in battles with unique abilities and attributes. Aeon summon sequences are accompanied by dazzling animations, becoming one of the game’s visual highlights. Aeons play a crucial role in both battles and the storyline.

World Design and Exploration

Spira is a richly crafted world, divided into multiple regions with distinct cultural backgrounds and styles. The setting draws inspiration from the South Pacific, Thailand, and Japan, diverging from the European influences of previous entries. Players can explore various islands, ancient cities, and mysterious ruins, unraveling hidden secrets throughout the game.

The world is filled with diverse main and side quests, interactive NPCs, mini-games, and dungeons. Exploration is rewarded with hidden chests, secret aeons, and challenging puzzles, encouraging players to fully immerse themselves in the adventure. Every location is intricately designed, from cityscapes to natural environments, creating a vivid and immersive experience.

Critical Acclaim and Legacy

Upon release, Final Fantasy X received widespread acclaim, becoming one of the most successful titles on the PlayStation 2. Critics praised the game for its deep narrative, character development, and innovative battle system. The emotional depth of the story and its musical score received particular recognition.

The game’s soundtrack, composed by Nobuo Uematsu, features numerous memorable tracks, with the theme song "Suteki Da Ne" (Isn't It Wonderful?) standing out as one of the most iconic pieces in video game history. The music perfectly complements the emotional atmosphere, becoming a defining element of the game.

Character portrayal and animation were highly praised, with the evolving relationship between Tidus and Yuna resonating deeply with players. The game’s plot twists and emotional ending left a lasting impression, prompting players to reflect on the story long after completing the game.

However, some players criticized the game’s linearity and limited freedom of exploration, as well as certain aspects of character design, which were perceived as overly idealized. Despite these minor criticisms, the overall reception remained overwhelmingly positive.

Final Fantasy X stands not only as a pivotal chapter in the Final Fantasy series but also as a groundbreaking innovation in the RPG genre. With its compelling story, innovative gameplay systems, and emotional depth, it remains one of the most iconic and influential RPGs to this day.