This is a list of categories for speedrunning Final Fantasy VIII, as currently available on speedrun.com. This list excludes categories only available for the PC (Windows 7) platform; for more information see Windows 7.
| Name | Platforms |
|---|---|
| Any% | All |
| Any% Cutscene Remover | PC |
| 100% | PC PC (Windows 7) |
| All Bosses | PSX Disc |
| Booster% | PC HD (PC) HD (Console) PC (Windows 7) |
| Any% No Manips | PC |
| Dollet Escape | PC PC (Windows 7) |
| Perfect Dollet Exam | PC PC (Windows 7) |