During today's Nintendo Direct, SQUARE ENIX announced FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE, the very first FINAL FANTASY title to be built in the studio's HD-2D art style. Pitched as a celebration of both the classic and modern eras of the series, the game blends a captivating original narrative with strategic turn-based combat, retro-inspired visuals, and appearances from beloved FINAL FANTASY characters of the past.
FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE is set to launch on October 22, 2026, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Windows.
From the official steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3259780/FINAL_FANTASY_RESONANCE/
Return to the pixel‑art world of FINAL FANTASY, evolved from its classic roots. Travel with companions bound by fate and call on Visions to aid you in battle to uncover the truth behind a force that threatens to bring everything to ruin.
â—† Cinematic pixel art
What if FINAL FANTASY had continued to push the limits of pixel art? The first FINAL FANTASY to join the HD‑2D lineup, FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE delivers a visually striking experience that feels both nostalgic and new, enhanced by dynamic camera angles and pixelized 3D models that make every moment more dramatic and immersive.
â—† A return to the familiar
A classic RPG adventure unfolds in a world filled with beloved FINAL FANTASY elements—airships, crystals, espers and moogles woven into the fabric of the story, and so much more.
â—† Strategic turn-based battles
Exploit enemy weaknesses to stagger them—breaking their defenses to seize extra turns and gain the upper hand with powerful Resonance attacks in cinematic battles shaped by smart choices.
â—† FINAL FANTASY legends
Bolster your team with Visions, echoes of beloved FINAL FANTASY characters, who fight alongside you with unique skills and abilities for deep party customization.
â—† Hours of side content to discover
The world is full of secrets, including the wandering swordmaster Gilgamesh, a Colosseum with deadly monsters and rewards to match, the Chamber of Arms with formidable foes sealed within legendary weapons, and a showdown with Ultima Weapon.
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