Final Fantasy VII Remake Runs at 40fps on Nintendo Switch 2: Details Revealed by Square Enix Staff

Square Enix’s acclaimed role-playing epic, Final Fantasy VII Remake, continues to break new ground as confirmed details about its anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 release emerge from Gamescom.

The title, originally launched for PlayStation 4 and later enhanced for PlayStation 5, has captured the gaming industry’s attention once again with its demonstration on Nintendo’s upcoming Switch successor. During Gamescom, attendees had the opportunity to experience a hands-on demo of Final Fantasy VII Remake running on the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.

While gamers and journalists initially debated the game’s performance—speculating whether the smooth gameplay was due to a 30 or 60 frames per second (fps) setting—official clarification soon followed from Square Enix representatives present at the event. One widely-circulated video featured a reporter expressing his initial belief that the game was operating at 60fps.

However, upon reviewing recorded gameplay and discussing with the Final Fantasy VII Remake booth staff, it was clarified: the title was actually running at a locked 40fps, specifically in Performance Mode.

This framerate is notable because most console games historically target either 30fps for visual fidelity or 60fps for maximum smoothness, making the consistent 40fps operation a significant technical talking point for the new Nintendo hardware. "After reviewing the gameplay footage, booth staff at the Final Fantasy area confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Remake was running at 40 frames per second on the Switch 2," the reporter relayed in his follow-up statement.

"Overall, the experience on Nintendo's latest console felt smooth and highly enjoyable." Final Fantasy VII Remake’s PlayStation 5 edition is known for its multiple visual and performance settings that allow players to prioritize graphics or framerate.

Square Enix’s decision to bring a similar level of performance customization to the Nintendo Switch 2 version aligns with the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality, scalable experiences on new platforms. The Nintendo Switch 2, yet to see an official release date or full unveiling, is already being tested with high-profile titles by major publishers.

Square Enix, a company celebrated for its RPG franchises and technical innovation, appears poised to take advantage of the new hardware’s advanced capabilities. With Final Fantasy VII Remake already boasting impressive sales milestones across multiple platforms and solidifying its status as a beloved modern reimagining of a classic, its debut on Nintendo Switch 2 is shaping up to be another landmark moment for both Square Enix and the platform.

Fans eager to revisit Midgar or experience it for the first time on Nintendo’s latest system can look forward to a smooth and visually rich adventure, running at a unique 40fps for optimal balance on Switch 2 hardware. Stay tuned for more verified Nintendo Switch 2 news and updates on Square Enix’s upcoming projects as the next generation of portable gaming continues to build anticipation.

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