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Square Enix Showcases Battle System for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Ahead of Sept. 30 Release

The release ships with a modernized Enhanced mode alongside a faithful Classic version.

Overview

  • A new trailer details quality-of-life updates such as confirming turn order with a button press, a tactical view, fast-forward, auto save, and adjustable difficulty.
  • The game launches September 30 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC via Steam.
  • Enhanced mode features fully voiced dialogue, a revised script, an updated UI, improved graphics, and additional character conversations.
  • Classic mode recreates the 1997 experience and uses the acclaimed War of the Lions translation.
  • Pre-release guides highlight core systems including Zodiac-based compatibility, Bravery and Faith effects, a three-turn permadeath timer, terrain and facing advantages, and a deep job system with an in-game Job Tree.