"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, shared exciting news about the future of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade. This expanded version of the 2020 PS4 release, which serves as the first chapter in the remake trilogy of the iconic 1997 PS1 RPG Final Fantasy VII, is set to make its way to the upcoming Switch 2.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, already available on PS5 and PC, boasts enhanced graphics and lighting compared to its PS4 counterpart. It also includes the Intermission DLC, which introduces players to the adventures of the spirited ninja Yuffie in Midgar.

Hamaguchi expressed confidence in the capabilities of the Switch 2, stating, “With the power of the Switch 2, we can now recreate Midgar with full specs.” He emphasized the appeal of playing the game in handheld mode, 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 portability, he believes, will facilitate direct discussions and sharing of gameplay experiences among players.

The Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade will also feature GameChat, allowing players to communicate with friends and share their screens in real-time. Hamaguchi is thrilled about the prospect of the game being playable on a portable system and looks forward to fostering a strong partnership between Nintendo and the Final Fantasy brand.

While only Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade has been officially announced for the Switch 2 so far, Hamaguchi hinted at the possibility of future releases, stating, “I hope players are looking forward to the Final Fantasy VII Remake series on Switch 2.” This suggests that subsequent entries, such as Rebirth and the final chapter of the trilogy, may also find their way to Nintendo's new console.

The Final Fantasy series has a storied history with Nintendo, having originated on their consoles before transitioning to the PlayStation 1 with Final Fantasy VII in 1997, marking its first foray into 3D gaming. With the remake series, fans will finally see Final Fantasy VII return to Nintendo hardware, bridging the gap between the franchise's past and its future.