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The PS1's legacy continues to influence modern gaming. The narrative strengths seen in titles such as Final Fantasy VII — which underwent enormous development changes, transforming from a detective story into the epic we know today — paved the way for future RPGs.
Furthermore, the story and gameplay innovations present in earlier titles have left lasting impressions; not only do modern game designers draw from these classics, but fans continue to celebrate them through speedruns, remakes, and fan translations.