Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles Returns with Full Voice Acting, New Graphics, and Classic Mode

Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles Launches September 30, 2025: A Bold Revival of a Tactical RPG Masterpiece

After years of fan requests and mounting speculation, Square Enix has finally pulled the curtain back on the long-awaited return of one of the most celebrated tactical RPGs in history. FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles™ is officially launching on September 30, 2025, bringing both newcomers and longtime fans back to the war-torn lands of Ivalice.

Arriving on Nintendo Switch 2™, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam®, and Steam Deck, this enhanced edition breathes new life into the beloved classic with fully voiced characters, a graphical overhaul, modern gameplay updates, and two distinct ways to experience the legendary tale.

If you’ve never played Final Fantasy Tactics, or if you’ve been craving a return to Ivalice, this might just be one of the biggest releases of 2025.

What’s New in The Ivalice Chronicles?

FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles is more than just a remaster — it’s a comprehensive revival that respects the original while making it more accessible for modern players. Featuring an enriched script with fully voiced dialogue, redrawn visuals, and quality-of-life improvements, the game promises to deliver both nostalgia and innovation in equal measure.

Two Ways to Play:

• Enhanced Mode – Full voice acting, new character dialogue, updated UI, faster gameplay options, auto-save, and multiple difficulty settings.
• Classic Mode – A faithful recreation of the 1997 original with the War of the Lions translation, ideal for purists and returning fans.

Are you ready to relive the original or experience Ivalice in an entirely new way?

A Story of Loyalty, Betrayal, and Revolution

Set in a beautifully realized medieval kingdom steeped in political and religious intrigue, the story follows Ramza Beoulve, a noble whose legacy has been lost to time, and Delita Heiral, a commoner rising through the ranks of power. As war and corruption engulf the land, players will uncover a deeply personal tale of friendship, ideology, and sacrifice.

Square Enix has also released new key art by legendary artist Akihiko Yoshida, featuring Ramza, Delita, Alma, and Princess Ovelia, hinting at the emotional complexity and dramatic turns that await.

Tactical Combat That Defined a Genre

At its core, Final Fantasy Tactics remains the blueprint for turn-based tactical RPGs. With battles that challenge your mind as much as your reflexes, the game lets players deploy their forces on isometric battlefields, leveraging terrain, job combinations, and ability synergies to outwit enemies.

The enhanced version builds on this iconic system with:

• Revamped UI for easier navigation
• Battlefield scouting for pre-fight planning
• Fast-forward functionality
• Auto-saving
• Unit turn order visibility
• Difficulty selection to match your preferred level of challenge

A Deep and Customizable Job System

Featuring over 20 jobs and 300+ abilities, the game allows for endless character builds. From classic roles like Black Mage and Knight to exotic jobs like Geomancer and Time Mage, every character can be shaped into a unique force on the battlefield.

Looking for something more powerful? Unlock Summoners to call iconic espers like Moogles, or optimize your team for efficiency with Thieves, Dragoons, and Archers. The possibilities are endless.

Legendary Developers Return

This definitive edition reunites the original creative team:

• Kazutoyo Maehiro (Director)
• Hiroshi Minagawa (Art Director)
• Yasumi Matsuno (Scenario Writer & Editor)

Their return ensures that The Ivalice Chronicles stays true to its roots while expanding the experience to new heights.

A Star-Studded Voice Cast

For the first time in Final Fantasy Tactics history, characters now speak their minds with an all-new voice cast:

• Joe Pitts as Ramza
• Gregg Lowe as Delita
• Hannah Melbourn as Agrias
• Timothy Watson as Cidolfus
• Harry McEntire as Mustadio
• Ben Starr as Dycedarg
• Special cameos from Cody Christian (Cloud Strife) and Briana White (Aerith Gainsborough)

These performances promise to bring even more emotional resonance to a story already considered one of gaming’s greatest.

Pre-Order Bonuses and Deluxe Edition Content

Players who pre-order will receive a treasure trove of exclusive in-game rewards:

Standard Pre-Order Bonuses:

• Weapon: Mythril Knife
• Accessory: Spiked Boots (boosts Jump)
• Consumables: 10 High Potions & 10 Ethers
• White Equipment for Ramza

Deluxe Edition Bonuses:

• Weapon: Akademy Blade (boosts Speed)
• Gear: Akademy Beret (Charmed immunity), Akademy Tunic (grants Shell)
• Accessory: Ring of Aptitude (increases JP gain)
• Consumables: 10 Phoenix Downs
• Alternate Gear Sets: Black & Red Equipment for Ramza

Whether you're diving in for the first time or playing for the hundredth, these bonuses will give your journey a powerful head start.

When and Where to Play

FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles releases September 30, 2025, and will be available on:

• Nintendo Switch™ and Switch 2™
• PlayStation®4 & PlayStation®5
• Xbox Series X|S
• Steam & Steam Deck

This isn’t just a remaster — it’s a resurrection. FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles brings a landmark tactical RPG into the modern era, with the heart of its original creators still beating strong beneath its refreshed visuals and voice acting. With dual versions catering to both purists and newcomers, this release might finally give one of the genre’s most iconic titles the recognition it has long deserved.