Final Fantasy fans are going to be getting yet another blast from the past with the announcement for Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles
Another classic case of something that started out as a rumor and now is a real thing, with the announcement for Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles. A remaster and enhancement from the classic title that Square Enix dropped out there back in 1997, and many tactical RPG gamers have been waiting for it to come back. Maybe more as a full remake, but beggars cannot be choosers in the instance of things. Especially when we all get to find out that this version of Final Fantasy Tactics will also be hitting the PS4, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on September 30th. Not a long time to wait from the announcement until the final launch out there, indeed. I know I am excited, but let us have a look at what other reasons there will be to play this game again, beyond just the basic nostalgia of it all. That is one of the bigger reasons here.
Now that we have that out of the way, Final Fantasy Tactics is a tactical and turn-based RPG title that takes us through one of the many different hero’s journey stories we have had in the long run of the franchise. One that will have us collecting heroes and assigning various jobs, so we can head out and complete the various tasks and missions. For those who have already played the original version of Final Fantasy Tactics, well, it looks like there will be quite a few visual upgrades and changes that we will get to enjoy in the game. Things that bring it closer on par with a modern game. Then there will be the usual quality-of-life changes and tweaks, along with full voice action for the game. That is one of the larger things that caught my eye for this release, as I am a sucker for some good voice work in my games. For those who are not, do not worry, there will be an option to play the game again in the classic way but on the newer hardware out there. Why you would do that is beyond me, but it is a free option to have in the game. Have a look and see what is on the way to us all once again.
Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles — Announcement
Square Enix announced that an enhanced edition of the genre defining tactical RPG, Final Fantasy Tactics, will make its long-awaited return as Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles, set to launch on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Steam Deck on September 30, 2025.
The dramatic tale of ambition, betrayal, and honor will come to life with an updated and enriched script with fully voiced dialogue, alongside improved graphics that bring a new level of immersion and playability to the battlefield. Additionally, the enhanced version brings quality-of-life updates like new difficulties, a revamped UI, auto save, and more that make the game more accessible to newcomers. The game features strategic, turn-based combat and an elaborate character progression system that makes every battle exhilarating and filled with unexpected twists.
Hailed as one of gaming’s greatest stories, in this standalone game, players will step into the Kingdom of Ivalice — a medieval world steeped in political conflict—in which players uncover the truth behind the young noble Ramza Beoulve, whose role on history’s stage has been buried from view.
Square Enix also revealed the new key art of Ramza and Delita, the two heroes of this story, drawn by Akihiko Yoshida. The art depicts the complex relationship of the two individuals – whether they stand together to protect one another, or the start of a departure as they walk divergent paths. Above them, Ovelia and Alma, both of whom have strong ties to Ramza and Delita, solemnly look into the distance, foreshadowing the direction that fate will lead them.
Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles will include both enhanced and classic versions of the game. The enhanced version features modern upgrades and quality-of-life changes, including fully voiced characters, a ground-up graphical overhaul, and an updated user interface that make Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles the perfect entry point to the tactical RPG classic for new players. The classic version is a nostalgic recreation of the game, developed for players who want to experience the original Final Fantasy Tactics from 1997.
Key Features:
- Challenging, Tactical Turn-Based Battles — Experience the addictive tactical turn-based combat and deep character progression system that made the game an instant Tactical RPG classic. Players will test their battle acumen against a host of powerful enemies, and use the various terrains, characters, and customizations, as well as their strategic thinking, to achieve victory.
- Customizable Job System With Dynamic Character Progression — Players can master a robust roster of over 20 jobs—including black mage, dragoon, geomancer (who can use the environment against foes), summoner (who can call forth the iconic Final Fantasy moogle and other espers), time mage (who uses time magick), thief, and more—and over 300 character abilities to strategically build endless party combinations.
- Enhanced Gameplay Features & A Faithful Classic Version — The enhanced version features a revised script and fully voiced dialogue, offering a new level of enjoyment to this classic story. Additionally, a brand-new UI, improved graphics, as well as additional character conversations and dialogue create a new level of immersion. Additionally, many new features have been added to make the game even more approachable including the ability to confirm unit turn order with the press of a button, scout the battlefield from afar with the tactical view feature, speed up battles with fast forward, auto save during battles, adjust game difficulty to match your play style, and more. The classic version faithfully recreates the 1997 release of Final Fantasy Tactics alongside the acclaimed War of the Lions translation—perfect for fans who wish to relive the original experience.
Were you hoping for a different announcement that was rumored instead of Final Fantasy Tactics or is this the one you were waiting for? Do you think that it is going to vastly change the game to have all of the voice work in there, or will it be just an added bonus? How do you think the stories and missions will be altered to fit the game better, or will that only be some of the basic wording of things that only purists will ever truly notice? Take to the comment section to give us all of those thoughts and all of the others spinning in your brain right now. There will be more for Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles, I know it, so please keep on checking back here for all of those updates and the many others still in the works out there. It is going to be one crazy ride, and we will want to have all that we can along for it.