Final Fantasy Resonance patch 1.0 (launch)
Final Fantasy Resonance launched 22 October 2026 — the first HD-2D Final Fantasy. Metacritic NS2 88, PS5 85, PC 89. Famitsu 36/40. Based on Brave Exvius Season 1 story, rebuilt as a full console RPG. Job system, Visions (classic FF characters as equipable classes), espers, airship exploration. Main story 30-40 hours, completionist 60-80 hours.
Hub last reviewed Oct 22, 2026
- Developer
- Square Enix / Lancarse
- Publisher
- Square Enix
- Released
- Oct 22, 2026
- Genre
- HD-2D Turn-based RPG
- Platforms
- PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2
What this hub covers
Final Fantasy Resonance launched on 22 October 2026 (Steam version 23 October) across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. It is the first Final Fantasy game rendered in HD-2D, developed by Square Enix and Lancarse, based on the Season 1 storyline of the now-defunct mobile game Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius but completely rebuilt for console (Square Enix, 百度百科).
Critical reception
| Source | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic (NS2) | 88 (13 reviews) |
| Metacritic (PS5) | 85 (24 reviews) |
| Metacritic (PC) | 89 (7 reviews) |
| Famitsu | 36/40 |
| IGN | 8/10 |
| GameSpot | 7/10 |
| A9VG | 8.5/10 |
Sources: Metacritic, 游民星空, IGN, 腾讯新闻.
Key features
- HD-2D visuals with cinematic pixel art — 3D camera movement combined with hand-drawn pixel sprites; a new "cinematic pixel" technique for cutscenes (GamesRadar)
- Turn-based combat with element affinity, stagger/break system and Resonance attacks; no ATB bar (163.com)
- Visions system — classic FF characters (Cloud, Tina/Yuna, Clive, Y'shtola, Zidane, etc.) appear as equipable "Phantom Crystals" that grant abilities, similar to Final Fantasy V's Job system (IGN)
- Esper/summon system — Fina is the party's sole summoner; hidden dungeons unlock Shiva, Ramuh, etc.
- Airship exploration of the world map; Chocobos; Moogles
- Side content: Gilgamesh encounters, Colosseum, Chamber of Arms (12 legendary weapon bosses), Ultima Weapon showdown
- No microtransactions — pure buy-to-play; 5 new clothing collections from Maxiwear, Jinguji, NetWatch, IconAmerica, NUS Infiltrator
- Platforms & pricing: ¥268 (Steam CN standard), $59.99 (standard), $69.99 (Digital Deluxe); Steam Deck verified (百度百科)
PC system requirements
| Tier | Spec |
|---|---|
| Minimum (1080p/30fps Low) | Ryzen 3 2300X / i3-8100, RX 6400 / Arc A580 / GTX 1650, 8 GB RAM, Win 11 |
| Recommended (1080p/60fps High) | Ryzen 5 2500X / i3-8100, RX 5500 XT / Arc A580 / GTX 1650, 8 GB RAM, Win 11 |
Source: 163.com.