Two Major Final Fantasy Titles Leaked for Switch

Rumor has it that Square Enix is gearing up to bring both Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth to the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. As we edge closer to the console’s release, expected in just a few months, the hush around new game announcements has gamers on the edge of their seats, anticipating the floodgates to open soon.

Nintendo has already set the stage with a Switch 2 Direct scheduled for April 2, which should finally confirm the details everyone’s been waiting for, like the console’s release date, price, and initial game lineup. This event is also likely to spark a wave of announcements from third-party developers, including Square Enix.

While we’re still waiting for official games lineups from these developers, a recent leak by NateDrake, better known as Nate the Hate—who has a history of accurate predictions regarding the Switch 2—has sparked excitement. According to information shared on Resetera, Square Enix plans to prioritize Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth on those new Nintendo consoles. However, for now, it seems that Final Fantasy 16 won’t be making the jump to Switch 2.

Final Fantasy 16 didn’t make the sales splash Square Enix had hoped for, so it makes sense they’re focusing efforts on their heavy hitters like Final Fantasy 7. With its enduring popularity, it’s a safe bet that these remakes will be a hit on the Switch 2.

If these rumors hold true, it could also give us some insights into the Switch 2’s hardware capabilities. While some speculate that there might be technical caveats to get these games running smoothly on the new console, others are hopeful that it might be more powerful than anticipated. However, until we see these titles in action on the Switch 2, it’s all speculation.

Nintendo has kept the lid on many game announcements for the Switch 2 so far, revealing only a new Mario Kart game and a few indie titles. But with the upcoming Direct event, we can expect a lot more exciting revelations.