In a recent installment of Nintendo's Creator's Voice series, Naoki Hamaguchi, the director of the Final Fantasy Remake series, shared exciting news about the future of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade. This enhanced version of the 2020 PS4 release, which kicked off the ambitious remake trilogy of the iconic 1997 PS1 RPG, Final Fantasy VII, is set to make its way to the upcoming Switch 2.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, which boasts improved graphics and lighting over its PS4 counterpart, also includes the Intermission DLC featuring the spirited ninja Yuffie's adventures in Midgar. Currently available on PS5 and PC, Hamaguchi expressed confidence in bringing the game to Nintendo's next handheld platform, citing the Switch 2's enhanced capabilities. "With the power of the Switch 2, we can now recreate Midgar with full specs," he stated.
Hamaguchi highlighted the convenience of playing the game on the Switch 2 in handheld mode, noting that it allows players to enjoy Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade during commutes. "Being able to play this game on the Switch 2 in handheld mode means you can play it on the train while commuting to work," he added. This portability will facilitate direct discussions and sharing of in-game progress among players.
The Switch 2 version will also feature GameChat, enabling seamless communication with friends and real-time screen sharing during gameplay. "I’m very excited to see this game playable on a portable system," Hamaguchi enthused, expressing optimism about fostering a strong partnership between Nintendo and the Final Fantasy brand.
While only Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade has been confirmed for the Switch 2 so far, Hamaguchi hinted at future releases, saying, "I hope players are looking forward to the Final Fantasy VII Remake series on Switch 2." This suggests that subsequent entries like Rebirth and the concluding part of the trilogy may also find their way to Nintendo's new console.
The Final Fantasy series has a rich history with Nintendo, having started on their consoles before transitioning to the PlayStation 1 with Final Fantasy VII, which marked the franchise's shift to 3D gaming in 1997. With the remake series coming to the Switch 2, fans will finally see FFVII on Nintendo hardware once again.