Let’s be real: the Final Fantasy XIII trilogy has always been the black sheep of the modern Final Fantasy family. When the original launched, its linearity and slow-burn introduction polarized fans accustomed to sprawling world maps and varied towns. But time has a funny way of changing perspectives. Today, looking back at the complete saga of Lightning Farron, it’s easier to appreciate the ambitious storytelling, unique world-building, and fantastic combat systems that define these three distinct games.

If you missed out the first time, or if you’ve been thinking of giving it another shot, there is absolutely no better place to play than on an Xbox Series X or S. Thanks to Microsoft’s incredible backwards compatibility program, these games have been given a new lease on life, transforming them into what feels like a modern remaster collection.

Here is a look at each entry in this fascinating trilogy and why they are worth your time today.