Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII is set after the events of the previous games in the series, with Lightning and her allies on a quest to stop the impending apocalypse. The story follows their journey as they travel through time, trying to gather the right amount of light to save the world from destruction.
The gameplay in Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII is primarily action-oriented, with an emphasis on combat and character development. Players control Lightning and other characters as they navigate through levels, battling enemies and collecting items to upgrade their abilities. The game also features a unique "Paradigm Shift" system, which allows players to switch between different battle strategies mid-battle.