"Final Fantasy Resonance" Launches October 22! A Pixel-Art FF Revived in HD-2D

Square Enix Co., Ltd. released the RPG " Final Fantasy Resonance " on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
This title is the first in the series to feature HD-2D graphics and is characterized by an evolved turn-based command battle system and the “Vision” system, which allows players to draw on the power of protagonists from previous games in the series.

"Final Fantasy Resonance," the series’ first HD-2D title, is now available!

On Thursday, October 22, 2026, Square Enix released “ Final Fantasy Resonance.”
It is available for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with the Steam version scheduled for release on Friday, October 23, 2026.

This title was developed based on the concept: “What if ‘Final Fantasy’ had evolved while retaining its pixel art style? ”
It features the series’ first use of HD-2D, depicting the adventure through a visual style that combines pixel art and 3DCG.

Synopsis

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The Kingdom of Granshelt, a land of knights.
The people lived peaceful lives, enjoying the blessings bestowed by the “Crystals.”
One day, Rain, captain of the airship squadron, received an order from the king.
He was ordered to investigate, alongside Raswell, the cause of the weakening magic at the Temple of Earth—a place the kingdom had protected for generations.
At the Temple of Earth, Rain encounters a suspicious man in armor.
However, he is defeated by the man’s overwhelming power, and the Earth Crystal is destroyed.
Although Rain and his companions managed to survive, their airship was destroyed, and all of his subordinates were wiped out...
When Rain and his companions returned, they found Granshirt under attack by the armored man who called himself “Verias of Eternal Darkness.”
Though they managed to rescue the king, Rain and his companions were defeated once again by Verias of Eternal Darkness.
To protect the other crystals scattered across the world, Rain and Raswell set out on a journey to pursue Verias of Eternal Darkness, accompanied by Fina, a mysterious girl who had lost her memory.
However, at that moment, they had no way of knowing the turbulent fate that awaited them ahead...

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Turn-based command battles that make full use of “Break” and “Resonance”!

The game features the series’ signature turn-based command battle system.
A “timeline” at the top of the screen shows the turn order for allies and enemies, allowing you to plan your strategy while anticipating enemy moves.

A " Break Gauge " is located below the enemy’s HP gauge, and you can efficiently deplete this gauge by using attacks based on elemental weaknesses or specific moves.
When the gauge is completely depleted, the enemy enters a “ Break ” state and cannot act for the remainder of that turn.
If you break all enemies within the same turn, a “Full Break ” occurs.
An “Extra Phase ” is added at the end of that turn, allowing all party members to act once more.

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Furthermore, at the end of the Extra Phase, you can activate “Resonance,” a special move unique to each Vision.
These include powerful area-of-effect attacks and moves with additional effects, making the timing of your Break attempts a crucial element of battle.

Protagonists from past "Final Fantasy" series titles appear as "Visions"!

One of the game’s character-building elements is the “Vision” system.
By clearing events with characters you encounter in the story, you may obtain “Vision Crystals,” which are crystallizations of those characters’ feelings.

Equipping a Vision Crystal allows you to inherit that character’s traits or learn their abilities.
Additionally, at “Shrines of Light” scattered throughout the world, you can obtain Vision Crystals featuring protagonists from past “Final Fantasy” series titles.

Powerful summoned beasts—"Phantom Beasts"—also make an appearance!

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As you progress through the story and side quests, you’ll gain access to powerful summons known as “ Mythical Beasts.”
Once summoned, a Mythical Beast participates in battle for 3 turns, unleashing a powerful attack on its final turn before vanishing.

Although summoning them consumes a lot of MP, they have the power to drastically change the course of battle, so you can expect them to shine in battles against powerful enemies.

Featuring powerful foes like Gilgamesh and Ultima Weapon! Packed with plenty of content to keep you engaged

" Final Fantasy Resonance " also features a wealth of high-difficulty content where you can test your trained characters and party compositions.
During your adventure, an event will occur where you encounter the series’ iconic swordsman " Gilgamesh," allowing you to challenge him to a decisive battle on the Great Bridge.
Additionally, in the “Colosseum,” you can take on battles against powerful monsters.
Victory unlocks the next rank, and you can obtain powerful items based on the rank you clear.
In higher ranks, formidable foes appear that require a level equivalent to or higher than the game’s completion level.

Furthermore, the “Twelve Weapons” feature makes its debut, where you can break the seals on 12 weapons scattered across the world.
By defeating the sealed bosses, you can obtain powerful weapons and armor.
Toward the end of the game, a battle against the strongest enemy, the “Ultima Weapon,” awaits.
This formidable foe boasts high attack power and HP, so even a well-leveled party will need to employ strategic tactics to defeat it.

A Digital Deluxe Edition with three bonus items is also available!

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The “Final Fantasy Resonance Digital Deluxe Edition,” which includes three bonus items along with the main game, has also been released.
Priced at 9,878 yen (tax included), it includes items such as one that lets you change your Chocobo’s appearance to Magitek Armor.

Contents of the Digital Deluxe Edition

• "Final Fantasy Resonance" Main Game
• Mage Armor Key: An item that lets you change your Chocobo’s appearance to Mage Armor
• Demon’s Grimoire: An item that allows a party member to learn the Limit Burst “Hellmeteor”
• Equipment & Item Set Useful in the Early Game: Mastery Ring, Tent ×5, Phoenix Tail ×5, Mist Potion ×5, Mist Ether ×5, Universal Potion ×3

Bonus items can be claimed from the mailbox located in front of the inn in " Mitra Town " after progressing far enough in the game.

Early-purchase bonuses to help you on your adventure are now available!

" Final Fantasy Resonance " also offers purchase bonuses that will give you an edge on your adventure.
The “Magical Ship & Novice Knight Support Pack” is included as a pre-order bonus for the digital version and an early-purchase bonus for the physical version.
It includes a “Magical Ship Authentication Key” that lets you change the appearance of your airship to a magical ship, as well as equipment that will help you in the early stages of the game.

Magical Ship & Novice Knight Support Pack

• Magical Ship Authentication Key
• Royal Knights’ Greatsword
• Training Breastplate
• Consumable Item Set (Magic Stone Shard ×1, Tent ×3, Mist Potion ×3)

In addition, both the digital and physical versions include the early purchase bonus, the " Novice Knight's Head Start Pack."
This set includes the "Good Fortune Breastplate," which increases the Gil earned in battle, and "Mist Ether," which restores MP for all battle party members.

Novice Knight’s Head Start Pack

• Lucky Breastplate
• Mist Ether

Bonus items can be claimed from the mailbox located in front of the inn in " Mitra Town " after progressing far enough in the game.
Please note that the pre-order bonus for the digital version on the PlayStation Store is available only for pre-orders placed by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Be sure to check the eligibility requirements for early purchase bonuses based on the platform and sales format you choose.

A launch commemorative campaign is underway where you can win autographed posters from the voice actors!

To celebrate the release of " Final Fantasy Resonance," a campaign is currently underway where 20 winners will be selected at random to receive autographed posters from the voice actors.
Anyone can enter by simply following the official "Final Fantasy Resonance" X account ( @FFRS_JP ) and reposting the designated post.
The deadline for entries is Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

How to Enter

• 1. Follow the official "Final Fantasy Resonance" X account ( @FFRS_JP ).
• 2. Repost the designated post.

A free demo featuring the entire Chapter 1 is now available!

A free demo titled " Final Fantasy Resonance: Chapter 1 Full Early Access Demo " is currently available.
Although there are some restrictions, such as level caps, you can explore the entire scope of Chapter 1—just like in the full game—and your save data can be carried over to the full version.

This title marks the evolution of the iconic Final Fantasy series in a new form.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the series, why not experience a Final Fantasy that feels both nostalgic and fresh?
You can find more details about this title on the official “Final Fantasy Resonance” website.