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Final Fantasy VIII (Japanese: ファイナルファンタジーVIII) is a role-playing video game developed and published by Square (now Square Enix) in 1999 as the eighth main installment in the Final Fantasy series. Set on an unnamed fantasy world with science fiction elements, the game follows Squall Leonhart and his companions as they become embroiled in a conflict sparked by the sorceress Edea Kramer. This title is notable for being the first in the series to use realistically proportioned characters and to feature a vocal theme song, "Eyes on Me." It also introduced unique mechanics such as the "Draw" and "Junction" systems, replacing traditional magic points and equipment. Players collect spells by drawing them from enemies or the environment and use the Junction system to attach magic to character stats, enhancing combat abilities. The game also includes a collectible card game called "Triple Triad." Final Fantasy VIII was a commercial success and acclaimed for its unique story, characters, and systems. It has since been ported to multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation Network, and Nintendo Switch.