Square Enix has unveiled a fresh trailer for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, showcasing a beautifully remastered opening movie that sets the tone for this return to one of the most celebrated tactical RPGs ever made.
This new edition brings the political intrigue and battlefield drama of Ivalice to life with a revised, enriched script and fully voiced dialogue. A complete graphical overhaul and an updated interface push immersion even further, while a suite of quality-of-life upgrades makes the strategic action more approachable without sacrificing depth. Expect options like multiple difficulty settings, auto save, fast-forward in battles, a tactical view to survey the field, and a quick way to confirm turn order—all designed to keep the pace tight and the tactics satisfying.
Set in a medieval world riven by power struggles, the story centers on Ramza Beoulve, a young noble whose true role in history has long been obscured. The remaster also spotlights the complex bond between Ramza and Delita, the game’s two central figures. New key art by Akihiko Yoshida captures their relationship at a pivotal moment—whether as steadfast allies or as figures destined to part ways—while Ovelia and Alma look on, hinting at the fates that bind them all.
Several luminaries from the original team are back. Kazutoyo Maehiro serves as director, Hiroshi Minagawa returns as art director, and Yasumi Matsuno’s original script is the foundation for this revitalized narrative, with scenario writing and editing honoring what made the classic so revered.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles includes two ways to play:
– Enhanced version: A modernized experience with fully voiced characters, a reworked script, improved graphics, a redesigned UI, and new character conversations that enrich the narrative. Numerous accessibility features and gameplay tweaks make it an ideal jumping-in point for newcomers.
– Classic version: A faithful recreation of the 1997 release, featuring the acclaimed War of the Lions translation for those who want the original feel and flow.
Key features
– Deep, tactical turn-based combat: Engage in methodical, terrain-aware battles where positioning, party synergy, and smart customization are the keys to victory.
– Robust job system and progression: Master more than 20 jobs—including black mage, dragoon, geomancer, summoner, time mage, thief, and more—and experiment with over 300 abilities to forge unique party builds and strategies.
– Modern convenience without compromise: Enjoy streamlined play with fast-forward, auto save during battles, adjustable difficulty, tactical zoomed-out views to scout the field, and instant access to turn order information, all while preserving the heart of the original.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles launches worldwide on September 30 for Windows PC (Steam), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, the next-generation Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. Whether you’re discovering Ivalice for the first time or returning to a beloved classic, this definitive release is poised to make every decision on the battlefield count.
