Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII is an action role-playing game developed by Square Enix. It is the third installment in the Final Fantasy XIII series and follows the protagonist, Lightning, as she embarks on a quest to save souls in a world on the brink of destruction. Players navigate a vast, open environment and engage in real-time combat. The game introduces a unique time management system, where players must complete quests within a limited timeframe. Lightning can customize her abilities and outfits, known as Styles, to enhance her combat effectiveness. The narrative explores themes of redemption and the struggle against fate.