Square Enix details characters, gameplay systems, purchase editions, and more for Final Fantasy Resonance

After revealing it in a Nintendo Direct presentation in June 2026, Square Enix has shared lots of new information and images for Final Fantasy Resonance, including details about the characters, how the game plays, different ways to buy it, and other features.

The details can all be found below, via Square Enix.

Final Fantasy Resonance will be available on October 22nd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.

The latest Final Fantasy game, Final Fantasy Resonance, will be available on Thursday, October 22, 2026. It’s the first in the series to use a unique visual style called HD-2D and is launching on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Windows, and Steam.

What if Final Fantasy had continued to push the limits of pixel art?

Story

Grandshelt is a peaceful kingdom powered by magical crystals. When the barrier around the sacred Earth Shrine begins to fail, Rain – commander of the kingdom’s airship squadron – is ordered to investigate. He’s joined by his childhood friend and second-in-command, Lasswell. Inside the shrine, they confront a powerful figure in black armor. Despite their best efforts, Rain and Lasswell are defeated, and the Earth Crystal is destroyed. They manage to escape with their lives, but their airship is ruined and many of their friends are lost.

Upon returning, Rain and Lasswell discovered Grandshelt was under attack by a heavily armored man—Veritas of the Dark. They were able to save the king, but were soundly defeated. To safeguard the remaining Crystals, Rain and Lasswell embarked on a quest to find Veritas of the Dark, accompanied by Fina, a mysterious girl they’d met in Grandshelt. Little did they know the difficult journey that lay ahead.

Characters

Rain

Voiced by: Clifford Chapin / Nobuhiko Okamoto

Lasswell

Voiced by: Alejandro Saab / Yusuke Kobayashi

Fina

Voiced by: Lizzie Freeman / Akane Fujita

Veritas of the Dark

Voiced by: Ian Sinclair / Akio Otsuka

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Voiced by: Corey Pettit / Inori Minase

Gameplay Systems

Combat

A faithful evolution of classic turn-based battles

The traditional turn-based battles in Final Fantasy have been updated to be easier to learn and offer more strategic options. Battles now feature a timeline that shows you exactly when both your characters and your enemies will act, letting you plan ahead for the next turn.

Stagger Gauge & Elemental Weaknesses

When you fill up the stagger meter below an enemy’s health bar, it will stun them, skipping their turn and making them easier to damage. Dealing damage that matches an enemy’s weakness fills this meter faster.

Visions

Finish quests and interactions with characters to earn visions – special items that capture the essence of those characters.

Give Rain and his teammates special items that increase their strengths, improve their skills, and let them do even more powerful things.

Charlotte

Leah

Tronn

Legacy Final Fantasy Heroes

Warrior of Light

Terra

Cloud

Shantotto

Y’shtola

Espers

Siren

Ramuh

Resonances

Stagger enemies dramatically, then finish your attack sequence with a special move unique to your current vision. These moves aren’t just about dealing lots of damage; they can also provide helpful effects like area-of-effect attacks or boosts to your abilities.

Party Formation & Progression

Tailor your team for any challenge by switching party members and equipping different visions. These visions boost your abilities and stats, giving you a big edge in battles and dungeons. Carefully building up both your characters and their visions is key to success, so think strategically about how you equip them.

Synergies from Equipped Abilities

After you unlock an ability by seeing it in action, you can still use it even if you’ve switched to a different ‘vision,’ as long as you have enough resources. This means you can combine abilities from various visions for unique and strong effects. It’s a revamped version of the job system found in Final Fantasy games, designed to be easier to understand and more flexible.

Embark on a Journey Across the World Aboard an Airship

Embark on a journey where you’ll gain control of an airship, letting you explore the world and discover new locations. Rain and his friends will need to use their airship to reach many challenging dungeons and battle formidable enemies.

Side Quests

The Music of Final Fantasy Resonance

The music for the game was created by Elements Garden, with Noriyasu Agematsu leading the composition and arrangement. It features 33 new songs, as well as music previously used in Final Fantasy Brave Exvius.

Product Information

Pre-Order Bonus

Magitek Airship & Squire Starter Pack

This package gives you the “Magitek Airship Passkey” – it turns your airship into a powerful magitek one! You’ll also get a weapon, armor, and some helpful items to get you started on your adventure.

Magitek Airship Passkey

Knight’s Greatsword

Chestplate of Preparation – Increases EXP earned in battle

Set of consumable items

Magicite Shard x 1

Tent x 3

Mist Potion x 3

Early Purchase Bonus

Squire Kickstart Pack

This collection features the “Blessed Cuirass,” which helps you earn more money after battles, and “Mist Ether,” an item that refills everyone’s magic points.

Digital Deluxe Edition ($59.99)

This offer combines the Final Fantasy Resonance game with the Magitek & Grimoire Deluxe Pack. The pack features a special look for your chocobo – magitek armor – and an exclusive item, the Archwitch’s Grimoire, which unlocks a powerful ability for one of the characters. You’ll also get some helpful items to give you a boost when you begin playing.

Mastery Ring – An accessory that boosts affinity with Visions when equipped

Tent x 5

Phoenix Down x 5

Mist Potion x 5

Remedy x 3

Mist Ether x 5

Square Enix Store Exclusive: Collector’s Edition ($209.99)

This bundle includes the physical Standard Edition of Final Fantasy Resonance, plus a code to unlock the Digital Deluxe Edition. You’ll also receive a collector’s box with four exclusive items: a set of acrylic blocks, a special art book filled with the game’s beautiful pixel art, a 120-track soundtrack CD, and a unique promotional card for the Final Fantasy Trading Card Game.

Final Fantasy Resonance Standard Edition Game

Final Fantasy Resonance Digital Deluxe Upgrade Code

Final Fantasy Resonance Collector’s Goods Box

Final Fantasy Resonance Acrylic Block Set

Final Fantasy Resonance Pixel Art Book

Final Fantasy Resonance Original Soundtrack (CD)

Final Fantasy Trading Card Game (FFTCG) PR Card