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Square Enix Sets Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Release Date and Signals Potential Sequel

Featuring an enhanced version alongside a classic mode, fully voiced dialogue, UI refinements, audio-driven script updates, quality-of-life features the Ivalice Chronicles aims to gauge demand for another Tactics entry.

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Overview

  • Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles will launch on September 30, 2025, across PC and consoles with enhanced and classic modes.
  • The enhanced edition introduces fully voiced dialogue, an updated user interface, graphical improvements and an accessible 'Squire' difficulty setting for new players.
  • The classic mode retains the original 1997 gameplay and War of the Lions translation while adding auto-save and minor visual enhancements.
  • Original scriptwriter Yasumi Matsuno adapted the entire script for voice acting with a listening-focused approach and made subtle phrasing tweaks reflecting his evolved outlook.
  • Director Kazutoyo Maehiro has indicated that the remaster's commercial success will determine whether Square Enix pursues another Tactics-style RPG.