Tag: Final Fantasy
News Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Scores Switch 2 Release Window
Seven Up
We were thrilled to see Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade make an appearance at the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct back in April, and now Square Enix has drip-fed us a little more information about when we can expect to see it come our way. At last night's Xbox Games Showcase, the studio revealed that the remake will be arriving on Switch 2...
News Final Fantasy Tactics Is Getting An Enhanced Revival On Switch And Switch 2
Launching this September
After ongoing rumours and even some leaks, Square Enix has officially revived its tactical RPG Final Fantasy Tactics for modern platforms. Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles will be coming to the Switch and Switch 2 on 30th September 2025
Random Sephiroth's Sword Can Grow And Shrink To Fit The Story In Final Fantasy
"I was in the pool! I was in the pool!"
Final Fantasy VII's Sephiroth has become one of the most enduring villains in gaming history, and Nintendo fans will be able to get even more acquainted with him when Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade launches on the Switch 2 soon...ish. Along with his flowing locks and mahoosive shoulder pads, Sephiroth is...
Random Is This The Best Piece Of Final Fantasy Merch Ever?
Hats off, Vivi
Square Enix has been steadily feeding us with a bunch of new Final Fantasy IX merch over the past few months. From plushies of the main cast to black mage hats and figurines of Zidane and Garnet, there's no shortage of new items. All in aid of the game's 25th anniversary this July. We weren't prepared for yesterday's merchandise...
News Final Fantasy VII 'Creator's Voice' Implies Rebirth May Also Come To Switch 2
Along with whatever the third game will be called
Nintendo has released a new Creator's Voice video, this time focused on Naoki Hamaguchi at Square Enix for the upcoming launch of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade. Hamaguchi makes a couple of references to the 'Final Fantasy VII Remake Series' when talking about the Switch 2, which to us implies...
News Final Fantasy VII Remake: Intergrade Is Making The Leap To Switch 2
On Cloud nine
Square Enix has confirmed that it will be launching Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade on the Nintendo Switch 2. Originally released exclusively for the PS5 with a PC release soon after, there's currently no launch date for the game at the time of writing, but this marks a significant step in Square Enix's new approach to multiformat...
News Final Fantasy 9 Remake Hopes Rise As Square Enix Teases Anniversary Projects
Is it finally time?
Speculation surrounding a potential remake of Final Fantasy IX has seemingly been growing for years at this point, rising exponentially when an NVIDIA leak made mention of the unannounced project in 2021. Now, we may well be on the brink of a reveal as Square Enix teases "a variety of projects" in accordance with the original...
News Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters Land New Update As Series Passes 200 Million Sales
Here are the full patch notes
Square Enix has announced that the Final Fantasy series has surpassed a whopping 200 million sales worldwide, five million of which have come from 2023's Pixel Remasters. To mark the occasion, the studio has released a new patch for all six games in the collection, bringing the Switch editions up to ver. 1.2.0. The...
Random Final Fantasy Is The Next Magic: The Gathering Crossover, Here's A First Look
Arriving June 2025
The trading card market is booming and Magic: The Gathering has been driving sales in recent years with all sorts of iconic crossovers based on a variety of series including video game-themed ones. if you're a fan of characters like Cloud Strife, this next one might be of interest. In case you missed the initial announcement,...
News Final Fantasy Creator’s Next Script Is Already Done
Update: He's apparently working on "part two" of his farewell note
Following the recent release of Fantasian Neo Dimension for Switch, the Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi is now focused on his future. In the same Famitsu interview with Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii, Sakaguchi revealed how he won’t be calling time on his career any time...
News DOOM Creator Calls Legendary Final Fantasy Programmer An "Inspiration"
"Without Nasir, there is no DOOM"
Co-founder of id Software and one of the minds behind the seminal FPS Doom, John Romero, has honoured a legendary Square programmer on social media, calling him an "inspiration". Sharing his thoughts in the wake of Japanese broadcaster NHK's interview with Nasir Gebelli, who lead programmer on the Final Fantasy...
Feature That Time I Was Invited To Square HQ To Playtest Final Fantasy VI
I was there 30 years ago…
If you’re reading this on October 11th 2024, then 30 years ago today Final Fantasy 3 (aka VI) was released in North America. A lot of memorable games (Super Metroid, DKC, Earthworm Jim, Ridge Racer, and Doom
News Final Fantasy Team Wants To Hear Your Thoughts About The Series
Fill out the Final Fantasy questionnaire
The role-playing series Final Fantasy has been going strong for almost 40 years now and with this in mind, Square Enix wants to know how fans feel about the series. To find this out, it's released a “10-15 minute” questionnaire – covering all things Final Fantasy. It’s the usual type of questions...
Feature Why Play Final Fantasy VII Remake When You Could Play FFVII 'Demake'?
"more than just pirate versions"
You’re probably aware of Square Enix’s lengthy and somewhat lavish efforts to remake the 1997 game Final Fantasy VII. The second instalment of this ambitious remake, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, was released just recently, and we’re still likely to be years away from any sort of conclusion. But you might not be...
News The First Review For Fantasian Neo Dimension Is In
From the creator of Final Fantasy
Earlier this year, Square Enix revealed it would be bringing Mistwalker's turn-based RPG Fantasian to multiple consoles including the Switch. We're now a week out from the arrival of Fantasian Neo Dimension and the first review is in! As usual, it comes from the Japanese outlet Famitsu, and it's delivered a score...
News Final Fantasy VII Switch Update Removes "Restrictions For Sharing Features"
Update today
Square Enix has rolled out an update for its 2019 Switch release Final Fantasy VII and it makes a surprising change. Version 1.03/1.04 removes the restrictions on the "sharing features" across Switch and multiple other platforms. Here are the full patch notes: FINAL FANTASY VII Update Nov. 6, 2024 All previous restrictions for sharing...
News Dragon Quest III Remake Producer Would "Love" To See Final Fantasy VI HD-2D
It's been on his mind for some time now
Square Enix is on a roll with its HD-2D series, so what could potentially follow after it's done with Dragon Quest's Erdrick Trilogy? Speaking to Inverse recently about Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, the game's producer Masaaki Hayasaka said he would "love" to see Final Fantasy VI make a return,
News Save On Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters In Square Enix's Switch eShop Sale (North America)
Pixel perfect
Black Friday is almost upon us (heck, it's already started for most retailers) so, naturally, the Switch eShop sales are about to start coming thick and fast. One worthy of being highlighted today is Square Enix's 'Nintendo Cyber Deals', which brings a swathe of delicious discounts to the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series. The sale...
News Final Fantasy Composer Nobuo Uematsu Says Fantasian Neo Dimension Is His "Final Project"
Update: But he's not actually "retiring from video game music work"
Update [Wed 16th Oct, 2024 02:55 BST]: Nobuo Uematsu has followed up this brief message clarifying he's "not retiring from video game music work". He mentions how there's apparently been "some misunderstanding" and he wants to cut back on this music so he has more time to make his...
News Final Fantasy Creator Jokes That He "Cheated On Nintendo" With PlayStation
But he credits the NES for his remarkable career
In a recent interview with One More Game, Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi joked that he "cheated on Nintendo" with PlayStation for the release of Final Fantasy VII in 1997. When speaking on the transition from console development to mobile, Sakaguchi looked back on his career and effectively...
News Final Fantasy Creator Considers Square Enix & Nintendo His "Hometown"
"I am truly happy just to be able to send my child out into the world once again"
Hironobu Sakaguchi needs no introduction. As the father of the Final Fantasy franchise, he's the mind behind one of the most successful and popular JRPG series of all time. With FANTASIAN Neo Dimension reuniting Sakaguchi-san with Square Enix, he's spoken about how...
News Fantasian Neo Dimension Will Let You Listen To Final Fantasy Music In Combat
Let the battles begin!
Previously exclusive to Apple Arcade, Fantasian Neo Dimension is coming to Switch (and other consoles) later in 2024 as an expanded version of Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi's RPG. And while we're still waiting for a specific release date, hands-on previews for the game have dropped and given us some new information...
News Final Fantasy XIV Online Director Reiterates Interest In A Nintendo Release
"We are having discussions"
Final Fantasy XIV Online director and producer Naoki Yoshida (also known as Yoshi-P) has recently reiterated interest in bringing Square Enix's massive multiplayer RPG to a Nintendo system in the future. Speaking to Gamereactor at Gamescom 2024 recently, he acknowledged fan requests and mentioned how the team was working...
News Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Physical Edition Getting Wide Retail Release
Not just a fantasy
Square Enix is releasing a second run of physical copies for the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series, and it'll be available on both the Square Enix store and in select retailers from 8th October 2024. Called the FINAL FANTASY Pixel Remaster Anniversary Edition, this new retail version comes with a sticker sheet and is available...
News Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Switch Series On Sale For A "Limited Time"
Don't miss the summer sale
In case you missed it, Square Enix has reminded fans that its Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series, featuring six iconic adventures, is currently discounted for a "limited time" on the Switch. This special summer sale brings each game and the entire bundle down to the following prices, or your regional equivalent: -...
News Square Enix And Nintendo Co-Dev Reports Losses After Multiple Projects Cancelled
Tose has worked on series like Final Fantasy and Paper Mario
2024 has been a challenging year for the video game industry and it seems Japanese developer Tose (a team that's worked on countless Nintendo projects since the Famicom era and also helped out Square Enix over the years) has experienced some financial losses due to multiple projects being...
News Final Fantasy Creator Isn't Interested In Revisiting The Franchise
"I almost live in Final Fantasy XIV"
Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has confirmed in a recent interview with Bloomberg (thanks, VGC) that he is not interested in revisiting the franchise. Granted, given that he left Square Enix in 2003 to establish Mistwalker, this shouldn't necessarily come as much of a shock, but what
News Final Fantasy XIV Online Director Would Love To See Square Enix's MMO On A "Nintendo Platform"
The Switch "successor" is on the horizon...
The Switch has an extensive library of games covering all sorts of franchises and while it's got plenty of Final Fantasy titles nowadays, one game still missing in this particular series is Square Enix's massive (and highly successful) multiplayer role-playing game Final Fantasy XIV Online. So will we ever...
News Final Fantasy Tactics Remaster Is "Real And Happening" According To Latest Update
The original leaks date back to 2021
There have been ongoing rumours about Square Enix's series Final Fantasy Tactics making a return after some leaks in 2021 and we've now got a small update. If you were wondering what the status is on this supposed project, according to Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier, it's "real and happening". He provided...
News Square Enix Fixes Leap Day Bug In Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
"We sincerely apologize for the major inconvenience"
Back in February, Theatrhythm Final Bar Line players encountered a Leap Day bug where the game wouldn't work. Fortunately, it's now been fixed, with the Square Enix support team rolling out a new patch earlier this week on 5th April 2024. Here's the full rundown of Version 1.0.5, which resolves...
Guide Best Final Fantasy Games, Ranked - Switch And Nintendo Systems
Every single Final Fantasy game, mainline or spin-off, ranked by you
As one of the biggest RPG franchises in the world, Final Fantasy has a boatload of titles under its belt. Starting in 1987 with the original Final Fantasy on the NES, the franchise has simply exploded over the years and introduced many watershed RPGs to the world. Not content with...
Press 'A' to dance madly
When reminiscing on Final Fantasy VI, what first comes to mind? It’s possible your answer is Kefka’s iconic maniacal laugh, or a final boss battle that makes you dance madly, or searching for friends in a world of ruin. But somewhere in that mix—and for many, probably foremost—is the majestic-yet-silly Opera House...
Poll What's The Best Final Fantasy Game? Rate Your Favourite Mainline & Spin-Offs
It's all up to you
Final Fantasy. Probably the most well-known RPG franchise in the world (besides Pokémon), Square Enix (formerly Square) has been churning out Final Fantasy titles for over 35 years. Beloved by millions, the franchise is still proving popular today on multiple different consoles. With its humble beginnings on the NES, to us, it's...
Random Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Producer Had To Put His Playthrough Of Zelda "On Hold"
Work on the new PS5 game "got really busy"
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is out this week and while many PlayStation 5 owners will be likely diving into the highly anticipated release, the game's producer Yoshinori Kitase is actually planning to return to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Speaking to BAFTA, Kitase mentioned how he had been a...
News Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Series For Switch On Sale, 20% Off Every Title & Bundle
Get 'em while you can
If you've been waiting for the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster games to go on sale, now might be the time to scoop them up. As highlighted by Nintendo Wire, Square Enix has launched a sale for all six titles. This includes Final Fantasy, Final Fantasy II, Final Fantasy III, Final Fantasy IV,
News Don't Expect A Remake Of Final Fantasy 6 Soon, If Ever
Development time would "double" that of FF7
Cast your minds back to June 2023, you might remember that internal staff at Square Enix were quite keen on the idea of a remake for Final Fantasy VI. According to a recent interview with French Youtuber Julien Chièze, however, it seems that such a project would hypothetically require almost double the...
News Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Comes To Apex Legends Early Next Year
A surprise crossover
In yet another surprise collaboration announcement at this year's Game Awards, Apex Legends has announced a crossover with Square Enix's action role-playing game Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. It will be taking place next year in EA's battle royale shooter on 9th January 2024. Here's a first look: <related...
News Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Updated On Switch, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Fixes and improvements for every game
Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster recently celebrated a new sales milestone with Square Enix announcing the compilation has now sold three million copies worldwide. It turns out that at the end of last month, the collection was also updated for both the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Each game has apparently had...
News Final Fantasy's Pixel Remaster Series Has Now Sold Three Million Copies
"Thank you so much for your support"
Square Enix's Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series has been a huge success, with the Japanese publisher and developer announcing sales have now hit the three million mark worldwide. This includes copies sold not only on the Nintendo Switch but also on other platforms including PlayStation 4, Steam as well as...
News Square Enix Adding 11 Final Fantasy XVI Songs To Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
Joining Season Pass Vol. 3 this November
Final Fantasy Switch fans are in for a treat this November, with Square Enix announcing it will be adding 11 songs from the new entry Final Fantasy XVI to the rhythm game Theatrhythm Final Bar Line. These 11 songs will arrive on 1st November as part of the Season Pass Vol. 3. The good news is the pack will...
News Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Producer Asks Fans To 'Trust' That A New Chapter Will Dawn
Original celebrates 20 years in Japan
On August 8th, 2023, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles celebrated its 20th anniversary, launching on the same day in 2003 in Japan. Despite a number of sequels gracing the Wii and DS over the ensuing years, there hasn't been a brand new entry to the sub-series since 2009's Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The...
News Theatrhythm Final Bar Line Reveals New DLC Song Pack For October
Play through the Bravely series' music
Square Enix revealed the first of two unannounced DLC song packs coming to Theatrhythm Final Bar Line today via the official Final Fantasy series Twitter. The Bravely Default Series Pack launches on 11th October and will include six songs from Bravely Default and Bravely Default II. The DLC will be available...
News Final Fantasy Developers Reminisce On IV, V, And VI In Anniversary Chat
The Super Famicom trilogy
The second part of the Final Fantasy 35th Anniversary Special Interview has been shared today on the official Final Fantasy YouTube, and this nostalgia-filled interview focuses on the Super Famicom / SNES trilogy that was recently rereleased in the Pixel Remaster series on Switch — Final Fantasy IV, V, and VI. Hosted...
Poll Final Fantasy IV - Do You Prefer The Original Or The DS Remake?
Throwing down the gauntlet
The DS remake of Final Fantasy IV turns 15 today in North America - can you believe it? If the copious social media posts earlier this week about Nolan's The Dark Knight didn't make you feel old, then perhaps this will. Regardless, it still stands to this day as one of the most impressive remakes we've seen. Granted, the...
News Theatrhythm Final Bar Line Scores Octopath Traveler DLC Update
Try out some new songs today!
Square Enix's rhythm game Theatrhythm Final Bar Line has just released the Octopath Traveler DLC update. To be able to experience these five new tracks from the popular HD-2D RPG series, players will need to purchase the Season Pass 2. The songs on offer include the following (you can hear some of them in the video...
News Veteran Final Fantasy Devs Gather To Celebrate Franchise's 35th Anniversary
First three titles covered
The Final Fantasy franchise turns 35 this year and to celebrate, veteran developers of the series have gathered together to discuss their own personal history with its development. Interviewees include the 'Father of Final Fantasy', Hironobu Sakaguchi, Art Director Kazuo Shibuya, and Brand Manager Yoshinori Kitase. The...
News Final Fantasy Franchise Has Sold Over 180 Million Copies
That's a lot of crystals
Square Enix's mammoth RPG franchise and its defining IP, Final Fantasy, has topped 180 million unit sales. In March 2022, the company reported that the franchise sat at a very cool 173 million, meaning 7 million more games have been shifted in the past year or so. Spotted by our sister site Push Square, this milestone...
Random Some Square Enix Staff Really Want A Final Fantasy VI Remake
But it would be "difficult", says Square Enix VP
We've already got Final Fantasy VI on modern consoles thanks to the Pixel Remaster, but what if Square Enix decided to remake its beloved 1994 RPG? Apparently, some staff at the studio want to see it, according to vice president and Final Fantasy VII Remake producer Yoshinori Kitase (via @Genki_JPN)...
News Theatrhythm Final Bar Line Scores A New Chrono Game Update Next Week
Six new songs included
Square Enix's rhythm game Theatrhythm Final Bar Line will be getting another update on 7th June next week, adding the Chrono-themed Vol. 2 game pack. To be able to experience these six new tracks, players will need to purchase Season Pass 2. The tracks on offer include the following (you can listen to each one in the video...
Soapbox Obstinate And Addictive - Playing Final Fantasy For The First Time In 2023
OG fantasy
Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, Henry experiences his very first Fantasy... I admit it – I’ve never played Final Fantasy. It wasn’t on my radar as a kid, and by the time I was paying attention, it had jumped to...
