Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Announced for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, Launches September 2025

Square Enix has officially announced the upcoming release of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with a confirmed worldwide launch date of September 30, 2025.

This highly anticipated remaster marks a significant return for one of the Final Fantasy franchise's most acclaimed tactical role-playing games, offering both longtime fans and newcomers a modernized experience on Nintendo's latest hardware. Originally debuting in 1997 on the PlayStation, Final Fantasy Tactics quickly earned a reputation for its intricate job system, compelling narrative set in the world of Ivalice, and deep strategic gameplay.

Its unique blend of tactical positioning, turn-based combat, and character customization has influenced countless titles in the RPG genre over the decades.

With Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, Square Enix is revisiting the classic, updating it with numerous enhancements designed to optimize gameplay for today’s platforms without sacrificing its beloved core mechanics. According to official statements from Square Enix, The Ivalice Chronicles will deliver an array of improvements and modernizations.

These include refreshed visuals, improved user interface, and quality-of-life features that enhance both the accessibility and depth of the original strategy RPG.

Players will once again recruit and customize units from a robust job system, combining abilities to craft personalized strategies—the hallmark of the Final Fantasy Tactics experience. "Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles revitalizes the celebrated strategy RPG with a suite of enhancements that make it the definitive edition, whether you're revisiting the kingdom of Ivalice or discovering it for the first time," Square Enix shared in their announcement.

The game remains faithful to its roots with a character-driven storyline and tactical battles where every move can mean victory or defeat. The confirmed release for both the Nintendo Switch and the next-generation Switch 2 hardware underscores Square Enix’s continued commitment to supporting Nintendo platforms.

The addition of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles to the Nintendo Switch eShop further strengthens Nintendo's role as a home for classic and contemporary RPGs alike. Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is scheduled for digital and physical release on September 30, 2025, ensuring a new generation of players will experience one of Square Enix’s most storied titles.

Fans can look forward to more updates on features and pre-order options as the launch date approaches.

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