Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy Set for Nintendo Switch 2, Square Enix Confirms

In the latest installment of Nintendo's Creator's Voice series, Naoki Hamaguchi, the director of the Final Fantasy Remake series, announced that Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade will be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. This marks an exciting return of the franchise to Nintendo platforms.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, the enhanced PS5 version of the 2020 PS4 release, is the first installment in a trilogy that reimagines the iconic 1997 PlayStation RPG, Final Fantasy VII. Intergrade enhances the original PS4 version with improved graphics and lighting, and introduces the Intermission DLC, which focuses on the adventures of the spirited ninja, Yuffie, in Midgar.

Currently available on PS5 and PC, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is set to leverage the advanced capabilities of the Switch 2. Hamaguchi emphasized that "with the power of the Switch 2, we can now recreate Midgar with full specs," suggesting that the game will maintain high visual and performance standards on the new handheld console.

Hamaguchi highlighted the benefits of the game's portability, noting, "Being able to play this game on the Switch 2 in handheld mode means you can play it on the train while commuting to work." This feature not only enhances the gaming experience but also facilitates easier sharing and discussion among players.

The Switch 2 version will also include GameChat, allowing players to communicate with friends and share their screens in real time. Hamaguchi expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "I’m very excited to see this game playable on a portable system," and expressed optimism about fostering a strong partnership between Nintendo and the Final Fantasy brand.

While only Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade has been confirmed for the Switch 2 so far, Hamaguchi's closing remarks, "I hope players are looking forward to the Final Fantasy VII Remake series on Switch 2," hint at potential future releases of Rebirth and the concluding chapter of the trilogy on the platform.

This development is particularly poignant as the Final Fantasy series originally debuted on Nintendo consoles before transitioning to the PlayStation with Final Fantasy VII in 1997, marking its first 3D entry. The upcoming Switch 2 release of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade signifies a nostalgic return to Nintendo hardware for this beloved franchise.