The first HD-2D Final Fantasy game is launching this October
Just announced at the latest Nintendo Direct, a new Final Fantasy game is on the way: Final Fantasy Resonance. What’s truly notable about it is that it’s the first entry in the series utilising Square Enix’s iconic HD-2D visual style. And despite being revealed during a Nintendo Direct, when it launches this October it will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, Switch 2 and PC.
Final Fantasy Resonance is based on the first season of the mobile game Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, but it’s not a straightforward port or a remake. Instead, it reportedly extensively rebuilds and reimagines its content to deliver an experience that’s far richer in quality and scope. In any case, the game takes place in Grandshelt, the Kingdom of Knights, which suddenly finds itself under attack from an armoured man called Veritas of the Dark.
The protagonists of Final Fantasy Resonance include Rain, commander of the airship squadron, as well as his childhood friend, Lasswell. They’re both joined by a mysterious girl called Fina, and together they must travel the world, protecting the Crystals that Veritas of the Dark seems intent to destroy.
It seems like the combat system of Final Fantasy Resonance will be somewhat similar similar to that of the Octopath Traveller series, being turn based and having a stagger system to be exploited. Making it stand out a little, though, is a Vision system, which allows you to bestow each character in your party with unique abilities and stat boosts.
These Visions are essentially characters, with some fan-favourites included from previous Final Fantasy games included such as Cloud, Terra and the Warrior of Light. Once learned, the abilities of any given Vision can be used with other Visions, too, as long they’re within your cost limit. You’ll be able to mix and match abilities to your liking then, allowing you a great degree of freedom over the build of your party.
Other features of Final Fantasy Resonance include Summons, which are always a treat, and at some point you’ll gain an airship to make exploring the world a cinch. Throw in a wealth of side-quests and what promises to be a fantastic soundtrack, and RPG fans have something to really look forward to.
When it launches on 22nd October, three versions of Final Fantasy Resonance will be available: a standard edition priced at $49.99, a Digital Deluxe edition priced at $59.99, and a Square Enix Store excusive Collector’s Edition priced at $209.99. Pre-order and early purchase bonuses are also available for those eager to jump in with some extras.
