Rumor: A Lot More Final Fantasy Games Could Be Jumping Ship to Xbox

Rumor: A Lot More Final Fantasy Games Could Be Jumping Ship to Xbox

Key Takeaways

  • Square Enix is rumored to be planning to bring Final Fantasy games to Xbox consoles.
  • The rumored games include the Pixel Remasters, FF16, and FF7 Remake.
  • It’s possible that an official announcement could happen at Tokyo Game Show.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of gaming under my belt, I must say, the prospect of Final Fantasy games gracing Xbox consoles is nothing short of exhilarating! For years, I have been a loyal Sony fan, but the thought of being able to play the iconic series like Final Fantasy 16 and the remastered versions on my beloved Xbox console is almost too good to be true.


It appears that the “Final Fantasy” series, including the “Pixel Remaster” collection, “Final Fantasy 16”, and the remakes of “Final Fantasy 7”, are all planned for release on Xbox. Historically, Square Enix’s “Final Fantasy” franchise has been closely tied to Sony platforms, particularly during the PS1 era. Many mainline “Final Fantasy” games have been timed exclusives on PlayStation consoles. One of the latest examples is “Final Fantasy 16”, which is currently exclusive to the PS5 and will receive a PC version in September.

Lately, Square Enix has been working towards making the popular Final Fantasy series available for Xbox. The latest, Final Fantasy 14, debuted on Xbox Series X/S in March, and whispers suggest that Microsoft might be negotiating to bring the remade Final Fantasy 7 too. The director of Final Fantasy 16, Naoki Yoshida, hinted at the possibility of more Final Fantasy titles coming to Xbox if the success of FF14 on Xbox Series X/S is any indication. Most recently, Jez Corden has indicated a high likelihood of Square Enix’s current lineup of Final Fantasy games appearing on Xbox.

During the most recent installment of the Xbox Two podcast, Corden mentioned that there are rumors suggesting the entire collection of “Final Fantasy” games could be making their way to Xbox. This collection includes the “Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster” series which is a remastered version of the first six main series games in the franchise, “Final Fantasy 16”, and the “Final Fantasy 7 Remake”. Corden expressed his uncertainty about when the “Final Fantasy 7 Remake” will be released on Xbox, suggesting it probably won’t be part of the initial batch of games available on the system. Corden also shared his personal predictions, stating that he anticipates the “Pixel Remasters” and “FF16” to arrive first.

Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters, 16, and FF7 Remakes Coming to Xbox Eventually

According to Corden, it seems more likely that “Final Fantasy 16” would take precedence over the “Final Fantasy 7 Remake,” considering that “Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth” has already concluded its exclusivity period. However, he speculates that since “Rebirth” is a more recent release, there might still be some exclusive ties associated with it. Additionally, given that the remakes are part of a trilogy, Corden suggests that Square Enix may be holding off on releasing them for Xbox until all three games have been launched simultaneously.

Regarding the release dates for these games, Corden didn’t provide any specific details, but he thinks something might be revealed at the Tokyo Game Show. Microsoft has confirmed they will attend TGS 2024, with a live stream set for September 26th. For now, fans can only speculate and wait to see if anything significant is unveiled.

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2024-09-07 20:23