Final Fantasy 7, Final Fantasy 8 and Final Fantasy 9 are finally coming to physical Switch in the US
Blog Andrew Joseph 10 Oct , 2025 0
If you want to complete your physical collection of Final Fantasy on Switch, here's good news – Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VIII Remake: Double Pack and final fantasy 9 The physical Switch version is finally launching in North America. The products originally launched in Japan and Europe a few years ago, but American fans have been purchasing digital versions on the eShop. While you can import and play physical versions from other regions thanks to the Switch's region-free hardware, these new US versions will (hopefully) be easier to find when they launch on December 9th. Both games are available for pre-order now on Amazon for $40 each. While no pre-order bonuses have been announced yet, it's still worth picking up an early copy, as physical Final Fantasy Switch versions tend to be extremely popular.
$40 | Published December 9
As the title suggests, Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VIII Remake: Double Pack includes high-definition ports of the PS1 versions of Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VIII Remake. Both games appear to be included on cartridges.
$40 | Published December 9
The physical version of “Final Fantasy IX” includes a high-definition cartridge of the original “Final Fantasy IX”.
All three games offer the same core experience as the original PS1 RPG, but with HD graphics and higher-resolution presentation. Final Fantasy VIII Remake specifically features new character models that are more detailed than the PS1's – though they're still similar to the art direction of the PS1's 3D models and use original animations, so it's not a huge Change. All three games also feature optional toggles that turn off random encounters, make your character invincible, and more. While these are Switch games, you can of course play them on the Switch 2 as well.
With the launch of the new Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VIII Remake: Double Pack and physical copies of Final Fantasy IX, it's now possible to get physical copies of nearly every mainline Final Fantasy game on Switch, as well as some of the best spin-offs. The first six entries in the series are included in Final Fantasy I-VI Series Anniversary Editionthe Switch version is priced at $69 (originally $75). However, if you're looking for the best deal, this is Also available on PS4 Only $53. Pixel remasters of these games retain the classic 2D gameplay of NES and SNES RPGs, but feature new pixel art (instead of the ugly redrawn sprites seen in the mobile re-releases a few years ago), as well as other tweaks such as the ability to use original chiptune or newly choreographed versions, selectable combat speed and difficulty settings, and more.
For subsequent entries in the series, there are Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remastered Editionwhich includes Final Fantasy X and its sequel Final Fantasy X-2. These editions feature upgraded graphics, a carefully choreographed soundtrack, and additional content from the international versions of both games, including the roguelike mystery dungeon-style bonus game FFX-2: Last Mission. The series also includes the CG short film Final Fantasy X: Eternal Calm, which connects X and X-2, and the audio drama Final Fantasy X: Will. The Switch version is only $25 (originally $50).
Final Fantasy XII is available on the Nintendo handheld via the Final Fantasy XII: Zodiac Age version. The re-release of the PS2 RPG includes similar features to many other Final Fantasy remasters, including upgraded graphics, a remastered soundtrack, and combat speed modifiers, as well as all of the bonus content and gameplay changes from the PS2 International version not included in the US version, including the excellent new job system that adds welcome variety to the way you build your party. you can grab Switch version of “Final Fantasy 12: Zodiac Age” $25 (originally $50). Final Fantasy What's also surprising is that both games are priced at just $25, with the eShop versions going for $50 each.
Final Fantasy XII is set in Ivalice, the fictional world created by the beloved spin-off Final Fantasy Tactics, which recently received its own high-quality remake Final Fantasy Tactics: Chronicles of Ivalice. This version includes the option to use original PS1 graphics, or a new remastered version with higher resolution graphics, voice dialogue, an overhauled UI, and other changes. The Switch version is available as an Amazon-exclusive physical copy for $50, which includes the game and an extra fold-out poster, as well as a free Switch 2 upgrade.
Final Fantasy Switch and Switch 2 physical games
This leaves Final Fantasy XI Online, Final Fantasy XIV Online, the Final Fantasy XIII trilogy, Final Fantasy XV, and Final Fantasy XVI as the final numbered entries in the series to be unplayable on the Nintendo handheld. We wouldn't be surprised to see most of them end up on Switch 2 (with the exception of FFXI Online, as it's a 20-year-old MMORPG currently only playable on PC) – though if you want to play the version of XV on the Nintendo handheld, there's Final Fantasy XV Mobile – an episodic reimagining that heavily pares back the content of the original PS4 open-world RPG and features a cartoony art style. In the online store. You can also find other Final Fantasy spin-offs on the eShop, such as World of Final Fantasy, Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles HD, and Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon.
However, there are still some big Final Fantasy releases coming for Switch 2. Final Fantasy VII Remake: Intergrade It will be released on Switch 2 on January 22, 2026, with a pre-order price of $50 on Amazon. Be the first to grab a copy and you'll get a ton of rewards, including Magic: The Gathering X Final Fantasy booster packs and tons of in-game content. take a look at our Final Fantasy VII: Intergrade Switch 2 Pre-Order Guide Learn more. Square Enix also confirmed that the second game, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and the as-yet-unnamed final game in the remake trilogy will also be coming to Switch 2 in the future.
Final Fantasy VII Remake: Intergrade Switch 2 Edition Pre-Order
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