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Final Fantasy Resonance is pushing the HD-2D style to exciting limits
Final Fantasy Resonance, developed by Lancarse and published by Square Enix, is pushing the HD-2D art style to new heights. The game adapts the story of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, featuring classic turn-based combat with revamped mechanics like a stagger gauge and "Resonance attacks" that summon iconic Final Fantasy heroes. It will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on October 22, with a demo available now.
Final Fantasy Resonance Is A Return To Classic Series Conventions While Also Evolving Square Enix’s HD-2D Style
Final Fantasy Resonance reimagines the mobile game Final Fantasy Brave Exvius using Square Enix's HD-2D style, blending classic Final Fantasy tropes with modern enhancements. The game features an overhauled control system, an overworld map, and a turn-based battle system with a stagger mechanic, alongside the "Visions" system allowing players to equip characters with historical Final Fantasy heroes' abilities. Despite some minor criticisms regarding the presentation of "Resonance Attacks," the game is shaping up to be a compelling debut for the franchise in the HD-2D aesthetic.
Final Fantasy Resonance hands-on: A love letter to classic 2D turn-based RPGs
Final Fantasy Resonance is a love letter to classic 2D turn-based RPGs, building upon the story of the mobile game Brave Exvius. The preview highlights its expansive scope and dedication to the genre's roots.
Everything announced at Sony's State of Play September 2026
Sony's September 2026 State of Play showcased upcoming PlayStation 5 titles including Marvel's Wolverine, Ghost of Yotei, and Crimson Desert's DLC 'Charting the Unknown'. The event also revealed a Lego PlayStation 1 set, a new Final Fantasy HD-2D game, and updates for Gran Turismo 7.
Final Fantasy Resonance Gets New Trailer Announcing Demo, Showcases Sephiroth Boss Fight
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance, a remake of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, announcing a free demo that includes the first chapter. The game will launch on October 22nd for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, featuring the HD-2D visual style and cameos from across the franchise, including a boss fight against Sephiroth from Final Fantasy VII. Producer Kiseki Nakashima detailed the development process for translating the art style into HD-2D.
Final Fantasy Resonance Bets on HD-2D and a Golden-Age Timeline That Never Ended
Square Enix is releasing Final Fantasy Resonance on October 22, featuring the franchise's first use of the HD-2D art style. The game reimagines an alternate timeline where pixel art continued to evolve through the late '90s and beyond, drawing inspiration from the mobile title Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. It will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.
Final Fantasy Resonance Has More Going For It Than Just Its Impressive Cast
Square Enix has revealed new details for Final Fantasy Resonance, an HD-2D reimagining of Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius, set to release on October 22 for PC and consoles. The game will feature turn-based RPG gameplay with Limit Break attacks and the ability to summon legendary Final Fantasy heroes as Visions. Players can explore regions like the Zoldaad Empire and the city of Mysidia, and face challenging bosses such as Gilgamesh and Ultima Weapon.
Final Fantasy Resonance is getting a 120-song original soundtrack
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy Resonance will receive a 120-track original soundtrack on October 28th, a week after the game's release. The soundtrack includes 33 new songs by Noriyasu Agematsu, complementing existing tracks from Final Fantasy Brave Exvius and War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. This extensive OST is being released across four CDs and is positioned as a significant musical offering compared to previous Final Fantasy titles.
Final Fantasy Resonance Is Inheriting Two Of Brave Exvius’ Coolest Features, Minus The Gacha
Final Fantasy Resonance, a new spin-off based on Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, will feature guest characters from other Final Fantasy titles, including Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII, who can use his signature Omnislash attack. Unlike its mobile predecessor, Resonance will not include gacha mechanics for obtaining these characters, instead allowing players to find and resonate with their 'Visions' within the game. The title will also utilize the HD-2D graphical style.
Final Fantasy Resonance Trailer Imagines A World Without Final Fantasy 7 Changing Everything
A new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance imagines a world where Final Fantasy 7 never transitioned to 3D graphics, instead exploring an HD-2D aesthetic. The game, which is a reimagining of the mobile title Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, will feature original characters and will be released on PC and Nintendo Switch on October 22.
Final Fantasy Resonance Team Had to Make Sure the Camera Didn’t Break its HD-2D Art Style
Square Enix producer Kiseki Nakashima discussed the development challenges for Final Fantasy Resonance, a remake of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius utilizing the HD-2D art style. The team focused on balancing characters and meticulously adjusting camera angles to preserve the visual aesthetic. The game will feature modernized turn-based combat with an emphasis on satisfaction and deep team building, and is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 22nd.
Final Fantasy May Get Traditional Games if the Idea “Truly Resonates” With Fans, Says Square Enix
Square Enix is considering traditional remakes of older Final Fantasy titles if they resonate with fans, following the HD-2D remake of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. The company aims to balance market trends with player expectations, assessing which games would benefit from modern mechanics or complete remakes. This approach contrasts with the high-budget, open-world style of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy.
Final Fantasy Resonance devs comment on why turn-based RPGs are resurging
Final Fantasy Resonance, a reimagining of Brave Exvius with HD-2D visuals and turn-based combat, is set to release on October 22 for Nintendo Switch. Producers Keisuke Nakashima and Hiroto Furuya discussed the resurgence of turn-based RPGs, attributing it to creators revisiting their roots and the genre's suitability for handheld gaming.
Final Fantasy Resonance Interview: The First HD-2D FF Was Conceptualized 6-7 Years Ago and Inspired by Final Fantasy V
The producer and director of Final Fantasy Resonance revealed that the game's concept was developed 6-7 years ago, drawing inspiration from Final Fantasy V and VI. This new title adapts the Final Fantasy Brave Exvius story into a console-style turn-based RPG.
Final Fantasy Resonance is almost my dream FF game, but its link to Square Enix's mobile games leaves me cold
Final Fantasy Resonance, an HD-2D adaptation of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius by Team Asano, is met with mixed feelings. While the prospect of a console-quality RPG based on classic Final Fantasy titles is exciting, its direct link to the gacha mechanics and mobile game structure of Brave Exvius leaves the author feeling apprehensive due to past negative experiences with Square Enix's mobile titles. However, the success of Octopath Traveler 0, also an adaptation of a mobile game, offers a glimmer of hope that Resonance can overcome its origins.
Turn-Based RPG Final Fantasy Resonance Is Not a Port or Remake of Shuttered Gacha Game
Square Enix has announced Final Fantasy Resonance, a new turn-based RPG for PlayStation 5 built using HD-2D technology. This title is a complete reimagining of the 2015 mobile game Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, which ceased service in 2025, and will not feature microtransactions or live service elements. The game is set to release on October 22nd and will allow players to summon iconic Final Fantasy characters as Visions to aid in combat.
Final Fantasy Resonance devs know "random encounters can feel like a hassle at times," but they're in the upcoming JRPG because "they also allow you to make memories"
Developers for Final Fantasy Resonance, a reimagining of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, are including random encounters despite acknowledging they can be a hassle. Producer Keisuke Nakashima believes these encounters foster memorable moments and a sense of accomplishment, while director Hiroto Furuya states the design aims to recapture a classic Final Fantasy experience with strategic resource management.
Best Summer Game Fest 2026 Games You Might Have Missed
This article highlights several upcoming indie games that may have been overlooked amidst the major announcements from Summer Game Fest and other showcases. It features a diverse range of titles, including action, RPG, horror, and simulation genres, with brief descriptions and personal endorsements from the writers.
"Too good to become unplayable": Final Fantasy Resonance exists because a JRPG veteran was "frustrated" players ignored their game the first time
Producer Keisuke Nakashima revealed that Final Fantasy Resonance is being developed to give the "too good to become unplayable" mobile game Final Fantasy Brave Exvius a second life on consoles. Nakashima expressed frustration that players previously ignored Brave Exvius due to its mobile platform. The upcoming JRPG, developed by the team behind Octopath Traveler, aims to capture the classic Final Fantasy feel and may also serve to preserve the experience of Brave Exvius, which has since ended service.
Final Fantasy Resonance details story, characters, combat, visions, Resonances, espers, more
Square Enix has revealed new details for Final Fantasy Resonance, a game built on the HD-2D style and inspired by Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. The game features a story set in the Kingdom of Knights, Grandshelt, with characters like Rain, Lasswell, and Fina. Combat is turn-based with a timeline system, stagger gauges, and a vision/resonance mechanic. The game is set to release on October 22, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
