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Final Fantasy Tactics Returns With Accessibility Upgrades as Dev Says Sales Will Guide Series' Future

Developers frame the project as a demand test that could unlock remasters or new entries in the Tactics lineage.

Overview

  • Co-director Ayako Yokoyama says the rebuilt release aims to appeal even to players who struggle with tactical RPGs by reducing frustration.
  • Enhancements include new difficulty options, smoother progression to reduce grinding, and a combat timeline that clearly shows turn order.
  • Developers say they avoided nerfing originally powerful characters to preserve what fans loved about the 1997 game.
  • Director Kazutoyo Maehiro says strong sales could open the door to remasters of Final Fantasy Tactics Advance or A2, as well as potential sequels or new titles.
  • The Ivalice Chronicles is slated to launch on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, with updated dialogue and mechanics for modern audiences.