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Square Enix has recently announced on social media two milestones for the Final Fantasy series.

First, Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series has sold over 5 million copies worldwide. And second the Final Fantasy series has sold over 200 million copies across the globe! "Wherever you joined us on our adventures, thank you.", the message ends.

Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster 5 million copies sold!  

Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster is a collection containing Final Fantasy I-VI 2D remastered. It has been announced in June 2021 during Square Enix Presents Summer Showcase and the first three Final Fantasy games were released in July 2021 on Steam and mobile platforms. Later also the other three games were released and also the games have been released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and Xbox Series X/S.

It all began in 1987. Square was almost on the edge of going out of business after releasing several unsuccessful games for the Famicon (NES). Hironobu Sakaguchi developed a game based on Enix's Dragon Quest and named it Final Fantasy, while it might be the last game Square would be developing. The game became a massive success.

Final Fantasy VII Remake

After the release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PlayStation 5 in February 2024, the game is now also available on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

In Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, players take on the role of mercenary Cloud Strife and his comrades as they pursue legendary swordsman Sephiroth, a haunting figure from Cloud’s past bent on ruling the planet, across a vast and vibrant world rife with danger, adventure, joy and uncertainty. These unlikely heroes, including beloved, iconic characters Tifa, Barret, Aerith and Red XIII, join forces with new companions like the spirited ninja operative Yuffie and the wisecracking, feline-shaped robot Cait Sith. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth delivers an unforgettable experience to players filled with unexpected twists, memorable characters and jaw-dropping set pieces that longtime fans and newcomers can both enjoy.

The PC version contains feature like DualSense Wireless Controller support, NVIDIA DLSS Functionality, numerous graphic options and even the option to customize the on-screen NPC count. Also the game has been verified for the Steam Deck so you can also play Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on the go.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth key art

In celebration of the launch, Tetsuya Nomura, Creative Director, and the art team revealed a new artwork visual. The party stands ready to defy destiny together, evoking Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and its theme of finding power and strength through our bonds of friendship.

You can buy the game on Steam and Epic Games Store with 30% off untill 5 February 2025.

Square Enix has also released the PC Launch trailer. Caution: this trailer contains spoilers if you haven't played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth yet.

Final Fantasy VII Remake

Recently Square Enix has released a new trailer of the upcoming PC version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth called the Features trailer. Like the title says, this trailer shows the available features of the PC version like DualSense Wireless Controller support, NVIDIA DLSS Functionality, numerous graphic options and even the option to customize the on-screen NPC count.

In Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, players take on the role of mercenary Cloud Strife and his comrades as they pursue legendary swordsman Sephiroth, a haunting figure from Cloud’s past bent on ruling the planet, across a vast and vibrant world rife with danger, adventure, joy and uncertainty. These unlikely heroes, including beloved, iconic characters Tifa, Barret, Aerith and Red XIII, join forces with new companions like the spirited ninja operative Yuffie and the wisecracking, feline-shaped robot Cait Sith. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth delivers an unforgettable experience to players filled with unexpected twists, memorable characters and jaw-dropping set pieces that longtime fans and newcomers can both enjoy.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth keyart

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will be released on PC on 23 January 2025 via Steam and Epic Games Store.

Caution: this trailer contains spoilers if you haven't played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth yet.

Final Fantasy VII Remake

Square Enix has recently released a patch update for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth that adds a new mode for the PlayStation 5 Pro that was released last Thursday.

Version 1.050 introduces Versatility Mode, which combines the characteristics of the existing Performance Mode (60 FPS) and Graphics Mode (high resolution). Versatility Mode is only available on PlayStation 5 Pro.

The patch also contains fixes for some bugs and improvements in functionality and stability.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth keyart

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During the Xbox Games Showcase at Tokyo Game Show 2024 Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster, Legend of Mana and Trails of Mana are now available digitally on Xbox Series X/S.

Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster
The Final Fantasy pixel remaster series comprises Final Fantasy I through Final Fantasy VI, bringing all the magic of the originals combined with quality-of-life upgrades while staying faithful to the retro design of these classic masterpieces. In the Final Fantasy pixel remaster series, features that were implemented in the PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Steam versions, will also be available for the Xbox platforms. Players will have the option to switch between the rearranged and original-based soundtrack for the game, as well as a choice of in-game fonts where players can opt to play using the game’s default font or a pixel-based font. Additional boost features to expand gameplay options, including switching off random encounters and adjusting experience gained multipliers between 0 and 4 will also be available for the Xbox players.

Legend of Mana
Legend of Mana is the remastered edition of the fourth installment in the Mana series. In Legend of Mana, players will embark on a journey to find the mystical Mana Tree seen in a dream, only to discover that the world map is empty. Throughout their adventure, players will acquire special artifacts, which can be placed on the map to bring towns and dungeons to life via the unique Land Creation system. Legend of Mana features remastered visuals and rearranged soundtrack, which can be switched with original soundtrack. The game also includes the feature to turn off enemy encounters and the ‘Ring Ring Land’ mini game, which helps to strengthen pet monsters. During their travels, players will encounter a colorful cast of characters, square off against fearsome monsters in real-time combat and explore the vast world of Fa’Diel, all while experiencing Legend of Mana’s timeless story.

Trials of Mana
Originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3 in 1995, Trials of Mana is a full, high-definition remake of the third entry in the classic Mana series. The game immerses players in an unforgettable adventure filled with exciting gameplay, memorable heroes and villains. Players will craft varying experiences by selecting a party of three from six unique characters as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime, upgrading their characters’ classes into more powerful forms, learning over 300 different abilities, and discovering a world of secrets and mysteries to explore.

Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster on Xbox Legend of Mana on Xbox Trials of Mana of Xbox

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Sony has recently announced the PlayStation 5 Pro, an enhanced version of the PlayStation 5 with an upgraded GPU, Advanced Ray Tracing and AI-Driven Upscaling. However if you like collecting physical games like me, this version will not include a disc drive. You have to buy it separately.

Several games will be patched with free updates to take advantage of the features of the PlayStation 5 Pro. Square Enix will release a patch for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth that was released earlier this year. During the presentation a few seconds was revealed. Square Enix shared a post on the Japanese FF7 Remake account on X (formally Twitter) showing two screenshots of the game running on the PlayStation 5 Pro.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PlayStation 5 Pro Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PlayStation 5 Pro

The PlayStation 5 Pro will be released on 7 November 2024 with a price tag of $699.99 USD, £699.99 GBP, €799.99 EUR, and ¥119,980 JPY

Final Fantasy XVI

Square Enix has announced that the PC version of Final Fantasy XVI will be released next month, on 17 September 2024, via Steam and Epic Games Store. Also they've released a demo today.

Final Fantasy XVI introduces players to an all-new story in the Final Fantasy universe, an epic dark fantasy that takes place in the realms of Valisthea – a land blessed in the light of the Mothercrystals, and where peace falters as the spread of the Blight threatens to destroy their dominions. The fate of the land is decided by the Eikons, mighty summoned beasts and their Dominants, men and women who have been blessed with the ability to call upon and wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a warrior granted the title “First Shield of Rosaria” and sworn to protect his younger brother Joshua, the Dominant of the Phoenix, Eikon of Fire. Before long, Clive will be caught up in a great tragedy and swear revenge on the Dark Eikon known as Ifrit, a mysterious entity that brings calamity in its wake.

Final Fantasy XVI artwork

The PC version will be available in two versions: Standard Edition (€ 49.99 EUR / $ 49.99 USD) which contains the base game and Complete Edition (€ 69.99 EUR / $ 69.99 USD) which also includes the DLC chapters "Echoes of the Fallen" and “The Rising Tide". You can download the demo from Steam or Epic Games Store.

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Square Enix has released a playable demo of the upcoming action RPG Visions of Mana, the first mainline entry to the Mana series in more than 15 years.

In the demo, players will embark on a journey that begins partway through Chapter 1, starting at Rime Falls and continuing into different areas, including the Fallow Steppe and Rhata Harbor. Those up for the challenge can also take on the chapter’s final boss, the Kraken. Players can join up with three party members, Val, Careena and Morley, and experiment with the Wind and Moon classes to enhance their demo experience.

The Kraken from Visions of Mana

Although save data from the demo cannot be carried over to the full game, as the content has been altered for a more satisfying experience, players with save data from the demo and who purchase Visions of Mana will receive three weapons for Val, including the Gladius, Falx and Horn Lance, by starting their playthrough of the full game and proceeding as far as Chapter 1.

Visions of Mana will be released on 29 August 2024 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam. You can watch the demo announce trailer here.

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During the latest Nintendo Direct Square Enix has revealed a new trailer for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake and the release date. Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake was announced during the the Dragon Quest 35th anniversary livestream back in 2021.

Dragon Quest III, which was first released in 1988 on the Famicom, is chronologically the first game of The Erdrick Trilogy. The remake features HD-2D graphics (like Octopath Traveler), new and modernized features and a refined narrative.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake will be released on 14 November 2024 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S and PC (via Steam or Windows Store).

Square Enix also added a surprise announcement at the end. The first two games of the Dragon Quest series will also receive the HD-2D Remake treatment and they will be released in 2025.

Dragon Quest I, II and III HD-2D artwork

Kingdom Hearts

Square Enix has announced that the Kingdom Hearts series is coming to Steam on 13 June 2024. This makes the PC versions of the Kingdom Hearts games no longer exclusive to Epic Games.

The Kingdom Hearts series consist of 3 collections: Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind (DLC). New to the Steam version of Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX collection are textural updates to its graphics. Users who purchase Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind (DLC)) will also receive the new platform exclusive Keyblade “Dead of Night.”

“By bringing the Kingdom Hearts series to Steam, we’re excited to welcome in new fans to the series by making it more accessible than ever before.On behalf of the entire Kingdom Hearts team, I’d like to share our excitement for so many new players to discover and enjoy the action, magic, and friendship of Kingdom Hearts through Steam. Of course, we’re also excited for longtime fans to re-experience these classics in a new way.”

Ichiro Hazama, KINGDOM HEARTS Series Producer

Kingdom Hearts collection

A full list of Kingdom Hearts titles coming to the Steam is as follows:

Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX

  • Kingdom Hearts FINAL MIX
  • Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories
  • Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days (HD Remastered cinematics)
  • Kingdom Hearts II FINAL MIX
  • Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep FINAL MIX
  • Kingdom Hearts Re:coded (HD Remastered cinematics)

Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue

  • Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD
  • Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep –A fragmentary passage–
  • Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover (movie)

Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind (DLC)

Kingdom Hearts Integrum Masterpiece (includes all of the above compilations)

You can wishlist the collections on Steam. Square Enix also released an announcement trailer, featuring the newly re-recorded single “Simple And Clean” from Hikaru Utada, which you can watch below.

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