Final Fantasy VII, VIII and IX to launch physically on Nintendo Switch in North America later this year
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Key points
- Final Fantasy VII, VIII and IX are launching physically on the Nintendo Switch on Dec. 9, 2025.
- The games were already available in other regions, but this is the first time they will arrive in North America.
- The Final Fantasy VII and VIII twin pack and Final Fantasy IX both cost $39.99.
On Oct. 10, 2025, Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII and Final Fantasy IX are launching physically on Dec. 9, 2025. Final Fantasy VII and VIII are going to be a twin pack, while Final Fantasy IX will be a standalone.
Fans can now preorder the games on the official Square Enix site for $39.99 for the Final Fantasy VII and VIII Twin Pack. Final Fantasy IX can also be preordered for the same price as the twin pack.
While the games have been available in physical cartridges in certain regions like Asia and Europe, this is the first time the Final Fantasy classics will be available in North America on the Nintendo Switch.
The three Final Fantasy titles were initially released on the Nintendo Switch in 2019. They are the remastered and updated versions of the original PlayStation 1 games, complete with quality-of-life improvements for modern audiences.
Regarding other Final Fantasy games coming to the Nintendo Switch, Final Fantasy VII Remake is also set to be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. This version of the game also includes Final Fantasy VII Remake Intermission.
