Square Enix is giving RPG players everywhere a reason to clear their calendars. The studio confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade—the expanded, award-winning reimagining of one of gaming’s most iconic sagas—hits Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC with Xbox Play Anywhere on January 22, 2026. Pre-orders are live now through digital storefronts and select retailers.
A Legendary RPG, Rebuilt and Reborn
Originally crowned Best RPG of the Year in 2020, Final Fantasy VII Remake re-crafted the 1997 PlayStation classic for a new era. Intergrade takes that vision even further, combining cinematic storytelling with hybrid, real-time/command-based combat. The Switch 2 and Xbox release adds a slick “Streamlined Progression” mode designed for quick entry: unlimited MP and HP, maxed-out Limit and ATB gauges, 9,999-point damage bursts, and faster weapon ability unlocks. Think pure story immersion and big boss-fight swagger without the grind.
Pre-Order Bonuses Built for Collectors
Players who lock in a copy early get serious throwbacks:
- The original Final Fantasy VII (digital) as a bonus download—immediate for Xbox buyers and day-one for Switch 2 owners, if purchased by January 31, 2026.
- Magic: The Gathering—Final Fantasy Play Booster (physical only, while supplies last), a 15-card pack blending tabletop culture with RPG flair.
Why It Matters: The Power of Final Fantasy
For anyone new to the series, Final Fantasy is gaming royalty. Since Hironobu Sakaguchi and a small Square team dropped the first title in 1987, the franchise has defined the modern Japanese RPG. From the 16-bit glory of Final Fantasy VI to the blockbuster CG of Final Fantasy X and the online worlds of XIV, each installment pushed narrative ambition and technical limits. But Final Fantasy VII—with its eco-punk Midgar setting, unforgettable cast, and boundary-breaking cinematics—became a cultural milestone that shaped an entire generation of players.
Story Hook for the Next Generation
In Remake Intergrade, players step into the boots of Cloud Strife, ex-SOLDIER turned mercenary, as he joins eco-resistance group Avalanche to take down the mega-corp Shinra. The package includes Episode INTERmission, spotlighting Wutai ninja Yuffie Kisaragi on a covert Midgar mission that intersects with the core plot. It’s both a love letter to longtime fans and an easy on-ramp for first-timers.
The Bigger Picture
Square Enix has promised a multi-platform rollout of the full Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy. The Switch 2 and Xbox launch of Intergrade sets the stage for the trilogy’s final act, which is already deep in production.
Whether you’re a nostalgia-driven veteran or an RPG newcomer ready to dive into a piece of gaming history, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade on Switch 2 and Xbox is shaping up to be a must-play epic when it drops January 22, 2026.
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