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June 20 in Gaming History

1 moment from the museum's collection happened on this date.

1997 — 29 years ago

Final Fantasy Tactics launches in Japan

Square released Final Fantasy Tactics for PlayStation in Japan on June 20, 1997, Yasumi Matsuno's politically charged tactical RPG that introduced the world of Ivalice.

Source: Wikipedia — Final Fantasy Tactics: 'JP: June 20, 1997' and 'first released in Japan on June 20, 1997'; Siliconera 25th anniversary article

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