In a recent installment of Nintendo's Creator's Voice series, Naoki Hamaguchi, the director behind the Final Fantasy Remake series, announced an exciting development for fans: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is set to launch on the upcoming Switch 2. This news marks a significant return of the iconic franchise to Nintendo's platforms.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, the enhanced PS5 version of the 2020 PS4 game Final Fantasy VII Remake, represents the first installment in the ambitious trilogy that reimagines the beloved 1997 PlayStation classic. Intergrade not only boasts improved graphics and lighting over the original PS4 release but also includes the Intermission DLC, featuring the adventures of the spirited ninja Yuffie as she explores Midgar.
Currently available on PS5 and PC, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is poised to make its way to the Switch 2, thanks to the enhanced capabilities of Nintendo's next-generation handheld console. "With the power of the Switch 2, we can now recreate Midgar with full specs," Hamaguchi stated, highlighting the technical advancements that will allow for a seamless gaming experience on the go.
Hamaguchi emphasized the benefits of 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 fosters community engagement, allowing players to share their progress and discuss the game more easily.The Switch 2 version will also include GameChat, a feature that enables players to communicate with friends during gameplay and share their screens in real-time. "I'm very excited to see this game playable on a portable system," Hamaguchi shared, expressing his enthusiasm for the project and his hopes for a robust partnership between Nintendo and the Final Fantasy brand.
While only Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade has been confirmed for the Switch 2 thus far, Hamaguchi's closing remarks hint at future releases. "I hope players are looking forward to the Final Fantasy VII Remake series on Switch 2," he said, suggesting that the subsequent entries, Rebirth and the final chapter of the trilogy, may also find their way to Nintendo's new console.
This announcement brings the Final Fantasy series full circle, as it originally debuted on Nintendo consoles before transitioning to the PlayStation 1 with Final Fantasy VII, the first 3D entry in the series, in 1997. With the remake trilogy, fans can now experience this legendary game on Nintendo hardware once again.
