Square Enix came out swinging during the latest Nintendo Direct, unveiling a powerful mix of tactical classics, HD-2D revivals, and brand-new RPG adventures, all headed to Nintendo Switch 2, with most also launching on other platforms. Here’s a quick look at everything they revealed:
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven – Switch 2 Edition (Available Now)
Last year’s well-received remake of Romancing SaGa 2 just got a major upgrade for Switch 2. The new version features faster load times, smoother gameplay, and improved visuals. Players who already own the original Switch release can pick up a dedicated upgrade pack to access the enhanced experience. It’s a sprawling, generation-spanning RPG that mixes kingdom-building with strategic turn-based battles, and it’s available now.
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles
After years of rumours and hopes, Final Fantasy Tactics is officially back. The new trailer gave us a deeper look at the story of ambition, betrayal, and friendship set in the war-torn Kingdom of Ivalice. It’s a modern reimagining of the genre-defining tactical RPG, and it already looks like a standout.
DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake
Revealed via a new Japanese trailer, Dragon Quest I & II returns with full HD-2D visuals and a few surprises. Chief among them? The Princess of Cannock, a fan-favourite NPC from the original Dragon Quest II, is now a fully playable character. It’s a small change that hints at a bigger rethinking of these beloved classics.
OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0
This surprise prequel to Octopath Traveler lets players rebuild a destroyed town and shape their own story, a first for the series. Featuring the same stunning HD-2D style and classic turn-based combat, Octopath Traveler 0 expands the lore of Orsterra while giving fans new gameplay systems like protagonist customisation and a deeper town-building element.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
A brand-new action RPG IP, The Adventures of Elliot sends players through time and across a beast-filled world alongside a magical fairy companion. With seven weapon types, a flexible combat system powered by magicite, and a sweeping story full of exploration and discovery, this looks like Square Enix’s next big fantasy gamble.
