In our fresh, exclusive interview with Square Enix's Naoki Hamaguchi, Kai asked the Game Director whether the PC version of Final Fantasy VII Revelation would support the new NVIDIA DLSS 5 3D-Guided Neural Rendering technology. Hamaguchi didn't commit either way, but he did commit to ensuring that the PC version of the game runs significantly better than Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Please look forward to our future announcements on that. In terms of the PC version, we're still working on the recommended specs. But we do have a goal to make the PC version run a lot more smoothly than […]
Final Fantasy VII Revelation fans certainly got a healthy dose of news and new footage lately, between the Opening Night Live trailer and the appearance during Sony's State of Play, which also revealed the release date of April 8, 2027. At gamescom 2026, we had the chance to play the game, which our Francesco De Meo absolutely loved, as you can read in his hands-on preview. Separately, we were able to speak with Hamaguchi-san, the man behind the whole Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy. Naoki Hamaguchi proved generous with his time, and the conversation ranged from the philosophy behind the […]
Marvel’s renewed focus on the video games industry has led to a mixture of results. While the likes of Insomniac Games’ Spider-Man titles proved to be both critical and commercial hits, Marvel’s Avengers on the other hand was somewhat of an infamous failure. Sitting somewhere in the middle is Guardians of the Galaxy. Initially released in 2021, the game is set to get a second chance at life thanks to its upcoming Switch 2 ‘Encore Edition.’
Making the announcement during the most recent Nintendo Direct, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Encore Edition was officially confirmed to be coming to the Switch 2 later this year on the 5th of November.
For the uninitiated, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is a single-player action-adventure title in which you play as Star-Lord, the leader of the Guardians. Throughout the game, players will make plenty of choices both narratively and gameplay-wise, helping to make the group feel like a proper team.
While the game was praised upon its initial release back in 2021 (even winning a bunch of awards), sales for the title proved to be lower than publisher Square Enix was hoping.
Thus, the Encore Edition presents a second chance for Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. Available exclusively for the Switch 2, this new edition appears to be pretty much the same experience, albeit with “an all-new set of glam rock outfits for the Guardians.”
While it remains a visually pleasing experience (for the most part), certain compromises have been made in order to get it running on Switch 2. According to the devs, the Encore Edition will come with two visual modes: Quality (1440p | 30fps) and Performance (1080p | 40FPS). When playing in handheld, only one option will be available (30FPS at an undisclosed resolution).
Regardless, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy was a great game which unfortunately underperformed thanks in part to the previous year’s live-service Avengers – putting a bit of a stink on IP at the time. Half a decade later however, it will be interesting to see how the game performs.
KitGuru says: What did you think of the game back in 2021? Was it unfairly lumped in with The Avengers at the time? Who’s your favourite member of the Guardians? Let us know down below.
Microsoft’s disc‑to‑digital program launched at the end of August with support for thousands of Xbox One and Xbox Series X titles. However, as players have begun testing the feature, it has become clear that a number of major publishers are not participating yet.
As spotted by fans on Reddit, several Square Enix, Ubisoft and SEGA titles currently do not support disc‑to‑digital. This is somewhat surprising, as these same publishers already participate in Xbox Play Anywhere, which grants digital PC licences for certain titles when purchased digitally on Xbox and vice-versa.
At present, this means major releases like Final Fantasy XVI and Assassin’s Creed Shadows can't benefit from the new system. Disc‑to‑digital is designed to encourage players to keep their physical collections while still gaining the convenience of digital access, so these omissions stand out more than expected.
Microsoft still needs to obtain approvals on a per‑game basis, so the initial rollout covering a couple of thousand titles is already a substantial start. More games are expected to be added over time, and it would make sense for new releases to be prioritised as publishers become more familiar with the programme.
KitGuru Says: Disc‑to‑digital launched with impressive support, but it will take time for every publisher to get on board. Hopefully we’ll see these gaps filled as Microsoft continues to expand the programme. It took nearly a decade to widen support for Play Anywhere, but hopefully that won't be the case for disc-to-digital.
Square Enix finally put a date on the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy’s ending, and the wait was worth the wince. At the September 3 State of Play, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation got its release date: April 8, 2027, nearly seven years after Remake first launched back in April 2020. A whole console generation for one story arc. That’s dedication, or stalling, depending on your patience levels.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation – Release Date Reveal Trailer
A gameplay deep dive worth the hype
The reveal trailer wasn’t just a date card. We got proper gameplay featuring Yuffie, Cid, Barret, and the long-missing Vincent, all throwing down against mechanical and monstrous threats as the stakes for the Lifestream ramp up. New locations got their moment too, including Wutai village, a sprawling open world, and a glimpse of one of the Weapons in action.
The mechanics reveal is where things get genuinely interesting. Chocobos are now combat participants, not just taxis, capable of striking enemies mid-battle. Then there’s FITS, a new system letting players assign characters one of four roles, Warrior, Knight, Black Mage, or Summoner, each reshaping how that character plays. It’s the kind of flexibility that could make replaying this thing actually worthwhile.
Queen’s Blood returns too, with a new saga built around Red XIII and tougher opponents who mess with the board using special abilities. If you sank hours into that card game in Rebirth, prepare to lose several more.
Exploration got the biggest glow-up. Players get the Highwind early, opening up seamless travel across the planet, including parachuting straight down to ground locations. A Grappling Gun handles vertical exploration, so scaling rooftops and vantage points won’t mean hunting for a conveniently placed ladder.
April 2027 is a long way off, but based on this showing, Square Enix isn’t phoning in the finale.
During Summer Game Fest, Square Enix finally provided the first look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, the third and final entry in the Remake trilogy, confirming its Spring 2027 release window. The second brief look at the game came during Gamescom Opening Night Live last week, which left many disappointed not only due to its length, but also due to the lack of confirmation of a precise release date. Thankfully, we didn't have to wait much longer to learn when we will finally be able to embark on Cloud's final journey, as today Square Enix confirmed with a new trailer […]
During Gamescom Opening Night Live, Square Enix provided another look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation with a new trailer focusing on the Weapons, the massive creatures the planet will unleash in the conclusion of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy launching on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S during Spring 2027. However, the next look at the highly anticipated next entry in the series isn't too far off, as later this week, the Japanese publisher will deliver an extended look at it during a new PlayStation State of Play presentation. "State of Play returns Thursday, September […]
Square Enix brought Final Fantasy VII Revelation back to the stage during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, unveiling a new gameplay trailer for the third and final entry in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy. While the game was formally revealed at Summer Game Fest earlier this year, the new trailer offers a more extensive look at the colossal Weapons and some of the battles Cloud and his companions will face as they continue their pursuit of Sephiroth. Originally encountered during the later stages of the 1997 Final Fantasy VII, the Weapons are enormous guardians that emerge when the planet […]
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation was finally revealed to the world just a few months ago. Now at Gamescom, a new trailer for the final chapter in the FF7 Remake trilogy has revealed a Spring 2027 release window, this time for all platforms on day one, avoiding the timed exclusivity of the first two games.
While Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth initially launched as PlayStation exclusives, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be a multiplatform game from day-one. The new trailer gives us a new look at the adventure ahead, as Cloud and company look to put a stop to Sephiroth and Shinra for good.
The trailer shows off new monsters, both big and small, and appears to confirm airship travel, getting us all away from that rickety plane in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
There is no exact release date for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation just yet, but Spring 2027 would put its release somewhere between March and June.
KitGuru Says: Fans have been waiting for the finale to this trilogy for many years now, as it has been nearly a decade since Final Fantasy 7 Remake was first announced. It is also great to see that all platforms will be included on day-one this time around, removing the needless wait many of us had for the first two titles.
While the genre is certainly far from its peak, one of the more successful MMORPGs in today’s day and age is Final Fantasy XIV. That said, Square Enix’s first take on the formula – FFXI – remains just as popular in many regards. Following in the footsteps of its successor, the original Final Fantasy XI is now receiving a new Unlimited free trial.
Set to go live sometime next month, the update will come in two phases. First, free trial users will now have their level caps raised from 50 to 75. More excitingly however, Square will then follow this up with a backend server change which will allow for unlimited playtime – as opposed to the previous 14 day trial.
The full list of limitations is pretty exhaustive and can be found HERE. That said, Square’s Final Fantasy free trials remain some of the best in the MMO space. If you’ve not checked out FFXI before, next month is as good a time as any.
First established back in the 90s as Idol Minds, studio Deck Nine would make a name for itself through the Life is Strange series – which it took over from Dontnod with 2017’s Before the Storm. After working most recently on Life is Strange: Reunion (which launched just earlier this year), it appears as though multiple higher ups at the studio are gearing up to depart Deck Nine.
As discovered by ResetEra user NTMBK, two of the biggest names at Deck Nine have announced that they are taking on new challenges at another studio. While they have yet to confrim their departures from Deck Nine, co-founder and COO Jeff Litchford revealed that he has opened up a new studio, writing:
“After 20 years at Idol Minds / Deck Nine Games, I'm starting something new. Second Unit Games is officially up and running. We're building U.S.-based development teams to help studios keep successful games thriving while their core teams focus on what comes next.”
While it is possible that both Litchford and Lyons will be serving double duty at each studio, the more likely outcome is that Deck Nine is unfortunately on its way out. We will have to wait for an official announcement to find out.
KitGuru says: What do you think of Deck Nine? Would you be sad to see them go? What’s your favourite entry in the Life is Strange series? Let us know down below.
Over the past few years, Square Enix brought back some niche RPGs that did not see release in North America and Europe back when they were released, such as Live A Live, which returned with a stunning HD-2D remake that allowed players all over the world to experience one of the publisher’s most unique games. Thankfully, it seems like the Japanese company isn’t just focusing on its big upcoming blockbusters such as Final Fantasy VII Revelation and Final Fantasy Resonance, as it may be about to bring back yet another beloved RPG that hasn’t seen a worldwide release on the […]
This year's D23 Disney Fan Event brought some happy news for Kingdom Hearts IV fans. Following the trailer shown during June's Nintendo Direct, Square Enix and Disney released another during last weekend's event, confirming a 2027 release window on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. However, fans fear the game will slip to 2028, but series director Tetsuya Nomura and game co-director Tai Yasue set the record straight, reassuring them they have nothing to fear in this regard. "At this year's D23, we're finally able to announce a release date for Kingdom Hearts IV, and I […]
Over the weekend, Square Enix revealed the latest trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, alongside a 2027 launch date. It looks like fans can be confident in the release date, as director Tatsuya Nomura has ruled out the possibility of a delay.
While delays tend to be common throughout the games industry, Square Enix has had a very good track record for managing its projects well and releasing on time. 2027 is already looking pretty packed for the publisher with Final Fantasy 14: Evercold and Final Fantasy 7 Revelation on the way, so there was some fan concern that Kingdom Hearts 4 could be the odd one out here, but according to Nomura himself, the game's release window is set in stone.
Speaking at the end of the D23 panel, Nomura said “We announced that the game is going to be coming late 2027 and I saw online that some people were saying maybe the actual release date might still get pushed back. I just wanted to set the record straight, that is not happening, so I do hope that people look forward to the game coming in 2027”.
Kingdom Hearts 4 was first announced five years ago, as part of the series' 20th Anniversary celebrations. The latest trailer for the game revealed a playable Mickey Mouse section, alongside a new world inspired by Pixar's Coco, as well as a late 2027 release window for all platforms, including PC, PS5, Xbox and Switch 2.
KitGuru Says: The wait from Kingdom Hearts 2 to Kingdom Hearts 3 was excruciatingly long for long-time fans. Fortunately, it looks like from now on, fans won't have to undergo a wait quite like that again.
The Kingdom Hearts panel at D23 this year did not disappoint. Not only did we get a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, but a 2027 release date was also confirmed, alongside a new anime series.
During the Kingdom Hearts anniversary panel at D23 on Friday, a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 was shown, giving us a look at a new Disney Pixar world based on Coco. At the end of the trailer, we get confirmation of a ‘Late 2027' release date for the game, alongside confirmation that it will be a multi-platform release, spanning across PC, PS5, Xbox and Switch 2 on day-one.
Kingdom Hearts fans have one other thing to look forward to as well. A new anime series is being made, set in the Kingdom Hearts universe but not necessarily retelling the story from the games. Given Kingdom Hearts' long history of dropping important pieces of lore in random spin-offs, this is likely going to be a must-watch for Kingdom Hearts fans ahead of the new game.
The series is “inspired by” the videogame series, so it may focus on new characters, or side characters, rather than Sora himself. As you would expect, the anime will be airing on Disney+.
With Kingdom Hearts 4 now pencilled in for 2027, next year is shaping up to be absolutely huge for Square Enix. Aside from Kingdom Hearts 4, the publisher will also be launching Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, the third and final part of the FF7 Remake trilogy. On top of that, Final Fantasy 14 is getting its latest expansion too.
During this year's D23 event at the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center in Anaheim, California, Square Enix presented a new Kingdom Hearts IV trailer and revealed its release window of late 2027. The timing is perfect, as the franchise will celebrate its 25th anniversary next year. The new trailer shows that the world of Coco, 2017's Pixar movie themed around the Mexican Day of the Dead tradition, is featured in Kingdom Hearts IV. The Japanese publisher also shared the following overview of the game: As the Kingdom Hearts series nears its 25th anniversary, a fresh adventure unfolds. Sora awakens […]
Disney has now confirmed more of its plans for Kingdom Hearts at D23 this year. Following the panel announcement last month, we now know exactly who will be participating in the panel, and the guest list strongly suggests that Kingdom Hearts 4 news will be part of the event.
A livestream of the ‘DEEP DIVE into KINGDOM HEARTS’ panel will be available on the 16th of August at 12:30AM UK time. Disney says the session will offer a “behind‑the‑scenes look at the making of the games,” but it’s the guest list that has fans expecting Kingdom Hearts 4 news. The panel will feature Nana Gadd from Disney & Pixar Games, Tai Yasue from Square Enix, Haley Joel Osment (Sora), David Gallagher (Riku) and Renée Johnson, who oversees Disney character voices.
With Yasue believed to be co‑director on Kingdom Hearts 4, this lineup strongly suggests that the sequel will be part of the discussion. On top of that, the channels for The Game Awards will also be co-streaming the event, which further indicates we will be getting new information, not just a look back at the series' past.
It is also worth noting that Kingdom Hearts 4 was first announced during an event celebrating the series’ 20th anniversary, so it makes sense that we would get another update during a panel marking the 25th anniversary. Disney has increasingly used its own events to highlight gaming projects in recent years, including major Star Wars announcements, so this fits the pattern.
KitGuru Says: With this panel now confirmed to feature key developers and voice actors, it seems very likely that Kingdom Hearts 4 will get some kind of update. While we may not get release date news during this event, it sounds more and more likely that Kingdom Hearts 4 will be releasing in 2027.
Last month, Square Enix confirmed during the annual Summer Game Fest showcase that Final Fantasy VII Revelation will release sometime in Spring 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. While every fan of the series wishes it would release as soon as possible, Square Enix's forecasts for the current fiscal year ending on March 31, 2027 suggest that the third entry in the series will only release from April onward. Despite the financial report for Q1 not inspiring much confidence for a March launch date, the possibility is remains given how the publisher handled the […]
The GeForce Now database leak a few years back revealed a ton of unannounced game projects, with one of the biggest being a Final Fantasy 9 Remake. Square Enix producers even hinted at the remake project a while back, but plans for the game appear to have been put on hold.
According to games journalist Alex Donaldson, the Final Fantasy 9 Remake project was indeed real. While the game wasn't officially announced during the game's 25th Anniversary celebration, it is claimed that updated artwork released during that time came directly from early work on the Final Fantasy IX Remake project. The images released included concept art with new designs for key main characters, as well as an updated key art that could have doubled as the cover for the game.
Donaldson said recent comments from Naoki Yoshida were a way for Square Enix to temper fan expectations after years of leaks, as the Final Fantasy 9 Remake project has been put on hold. It is also claimed that the 9 Remake was not going to be the same scope as Final Fantasy 7 Remake, sticking to a single, simpler game, rather than expanding the story out into a massive sprawling trilogy. Yoshida recently suggested that a Final Fantasy 9 Remake could require as many as 5 or 6 games to really feel complete.
It would seem that Square Enix had other big plans for Final Fantasy 9 as well. They had an animated series in the works, but that also ended up being halted.
It is worth noting though that while the big plans for Final Fantasy 9 may be on hold for the time being, Square Enix has been known to revisit ‘cancelled' projects. The next Final Fantasy Dissidia game for example was cancelled for a short while before being picked back up again and re-announced this year.
After Final Fantasy 7 Revelation releases in 2027, it is expected that the next major Final Fantasy game will be Final Fantasy 17, rather than another remake or spin-off.
KitGuru Says: Personally, if we are going to see more remakes, I would prefer to see HD-2D versions of the older pixel-based games in the series, or perhaps a reimagining of Chrono Trigger.
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