Final Fantasy Resonance officially announced as the first HD-2D RPG in the series Final Fantasy. Game It is being developed by Square Enix in collaboration with Lancarse and will be released on October 22, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC.
This game is based on the storyline from Season 1 Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. For the console and PC versions, the content has been rebuilt and reimagined, so it is not positioned as a direct port or a simple remake of the mobile game.
The Story of Final Fantasy Resonance Centers on Grandshelt and the Earth Crystal
The game’s story is set in the Kingdom of Grandshelt, a realm that lives in peace thanks to the power of crystals. Rain, commander of the royal airship squadron, receives orders to investigate the Earth Shrine after the magical barrier protecting the site weakens. She carries out the mission alongside Lasswell, her childhood friend and deputy commander.
In the innermost chamber of the shrine, Rain and Lasswell encountered a mysterious figure clad in black armor. They were both defeated, and the Earth Crystal was shattered before their eyes. Though they survived the incident, their airship was destroyed and their comrades perished.
Upon their return, they found that Grandshelt had also been attacked by the same figure: Veritas of the Dark. Rain and Lasswell managed to save the king, but were defeated once again. After that, they set out on a journey to protect the other crystals scattered across the world. On their journey, they were accompanied by Fina, a mysterious girl they had met in Grandshelt.
Main Characters of Final Fantasy Resonance
The main characters introduced in the initial announcement include Rain, Lasswell, Fina, and Veritas of the Dark. In addition, there is also a mysterious female character whose identity has not yet been fully revealed.
Rain
(English voice actor: Clifford Chapin, Japanese voice actor: Nobuhiko Okamoto)
Rain is a highly talented young knight from Grandshelt who was entrusted with leading an airship squadron at a young age.
Lasswell
(English voice actor: Alejandro Saab, Japanese voice actor: Yusuke Kobayashi)
Lasswell is a knight of Grandshelt whose abilities are on par with Rain's, and he serves as the deputy commander.
Fina
(English voice actor: Lizzie Freeman, Japanese voice actor: Akane Fujita)
Fina is a mysterious girl who has lost all her memories except her name. She possesses white magic abilities, is skilled in archery, and can communicate with espers.
Veritas of the Dark
(English voice actor: Ian Sinclair, Japanese voice actor: Akio Otsuka)
Veritas of the Dark is the character who destroyed the Earth Crystal and is trying to destroy all the crystals in the world.
A mysterious female character
(English voice actor: Corey Pettit, Japanese voice actor: Inori Minase)
Another female character has also been revealed, though her identity has not yet been fully disclosed. She is said to have a deep-seated rivalry with Veritas of the Dark and fights alongside Bahamut.
Key Features of Final Fantasy Resonance
The announcement for this game also highlights the key features that form the foundation of the gameplay experience.
- Cinematic Pixel Art
The game's visuals combine HD-2D, dynamic camera work, and pixelated 3D models to create a look that retains a classic feel. - A Return to the Familiar
This game world is filled with elements that are synonymous with the series Final Fantasy, including airships, crystals, espers, and moogles. - Strategic Turn-Based Battles
The battle focuses on exploiting elemental weaknesses, the stagger mechanic, bonus actions, and Resonance. - Final Fantasy Legends
The party can be strengthened through the Vision system, which provides skills and abilities from the characters Final Fantasy. - Hours of Additional Content to Explore
This game world also features a variety of bonus content that becomes available as you play.
Gameplay System
Beyond its main features, Final Fantasy Resonance uses a timeline-based turn-based system that displays the sequence of actions by characters and enemies. During combat, players must exploit their opponents’ weaknesses to create opportunities for follow-up attacks.
Some of the key mechanics that have been confirmed include:
- Stagger System: An enemy that is successfully staggered will grant the party a bonus action.
- Vision: Players can use a character's Vision Final Fantasy such as Cloud, Terra, and Y’shtola to unlock additional skills and abilities.
- Resonance: A powerful attack with a cinematic presentation that can be used under certain conditions during the bonus phase.
- Espers: Summons like Siren and Ramuh can be summoned to assist the party in battle.
Legendary Hero
In addition to the story's main character, this game also features Vision, the legendary hero from the series Final Fantasy. Some of the names that have been announced include Warrior of Light, Terra, Cloud, Shantotto, and Y’shtola. These visions can be obtained at the Vision Crystal Sanctums scattered throughout the game world.
For exploration, the game features an airship that unlocks access to new areas as the journey progresses. The game also introduces new storylines that focus on Rain, another main character, and supporting characters from Final Fantasy Brave Exvius.
Some of the confirmed side content includes:
- the battle against the Ultima Weapon
- Gilgamesh
- Colosseum
- Chamber of Arms
Release Schedule and Editions of Final Fantasy Resonance
Square Enix has also opened pre-orders for two different editions.
This game is available in two editions:
- Standard Edition: $49.99 / £49.99 / €59.99
- Digital Deluxe Edition: $59.99 / £54.99 / €69.99 — includes bonus items such as the Magitek Armor Key and various consumables
As for the music, the game’s soundtrack was composed and arranged by Elements Garden, led by Noriyasu Agematsu. The initial announcement also mentioned that there are 33 new tracks, plus music from Final Fantasy Brave Exvius.
Final Fantasy Resonance will launch on October 22, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC (Steam, Microsoft Store).
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Trailer (Japanese)
Producer's Message (Japanese)
