Complete Guide to Final Fantasy Titles on Nintendo Switch in 2025
- By Anthony
- Jul 31,2025
Throughout much of the 21st century, Final Fantasy titles were primarily exclusive to PlayStation. However, with a franchise spanning nearly four decades, ensuring accessibility for new players and maintaining profitability have driven publishers toward multiplatform releases. Alongside PC ports, Square Enix has brought a significant number of remasters and special editions of the Final Fantasy series to Nintendo's portable console.
The presence of Final Fantasy on Nintendo platforms is not entirely new. The franchise's roots trace back to 1987, when the original game launched on Nintendo's Famicom. The first six mainline titles debuted on Nintendo systems before Square Enix shifted to PlayStation with Final Fantasy VII.
With the PC release of Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth and a notable Magic: The Gathering expansion highlighting Final Fantasy in 2025, interest in the series is surging. Below is a comprehensive list of Final Fantasy titles available on the Nintendo Switch, perfect for newcomers or longtime fans looking to experience these iconic JRPGs on Nintendo’s latest system.
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How Many Final Fantasy Titles Are on the Switch?
The Nintendo Switch hosts 20 Final Fantasy titles — 12 mainline entries, one prequel, and seven spinoffs. These are organized into two categories below: mainline titles (sorted by original release date) and additional titles (sorted by Switch release date).
Anniversary EditionFinal Fantasy I-VI Collection
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Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VIII Remastered - Twin Pack
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Final Fantasy IX
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Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster
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Final Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age
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World of Final Fantasy: Maxima
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Collection of Mana
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Crisis Core –Final Fantasy VII– Reunion
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Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
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Chocobo GP
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All Mainline Final Fantasy Titles on Switch
Final Fantasy 1–6 Pixel Remaster
The first six Final Fantasy games are accessible on the Switch through Square Enix’s Pixel Remaster collection. Each title features updated graphics, reorchestrated soundtracks, modernized user interfaces, and new galleries showcasing creatures, artwork, and music. For those eager to explore the series’ origins, this collection offers the definitive experience.
The Pixel Remasters can be purchased individually ($12–18 USD each) or as a complete Final Fantasy I–VI bundle ($75 USD). For a standout experience, I recommend FF6 for its deeply engaging narrative.
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Final Fantasy 7
A cornerstone of the series, Final Fantasy VII is available on the Switch. This is a port of the 1997 classic, enhanced with three features: a 3x speed mode, an option to disable battle encounters, and a combat enhancement mode for easier battles. Unlike the modern Remake and Rebirth, which incorporate action RPG elements into Cloud Strife’s fight against Sephiroth, the Switch version preserves the original’s charm, making it a prime way to experience its lasting impact.
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Final Fantasy 8 Remastered
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered, released on Switch in 2019, marks the 20th anniversary of its PlayStation debut. This version includes a 3x speed mode, an option to disable random encounters, and battle assist features to ease combat difficulty.
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Final Fantasy 9
Final Fantasy IX on Switch is a port of the 2000 classic, renowned for its compelling narrative despite not matching the fame of Final Fantasy VII. Enhancements include high-speed and no-encounter modes, autosave functionality, and upgraded HD cutscenes and character models.
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Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster
The Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster bundles Final Fantasy X and its direct sequel, X-2, offering over 100 hours of RPG gameplay, per How Long to Beat. This collection includes enhanced visuals and reorchestrated audio, with the option to toggle between new and original soundtracks.
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Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age
Excluding the discontinued MMORPG Final Fantasy XI, the next mainline title on Switch is Final Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age. This remaster of the 2006 original boasts HD visuals, a re-recorded soundtrack, the Zodiac Job System, faster battle pacing, an optional high-speed mode, and autosave features.
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Final Fantasy 15 Pocket Edition HD
With Final Fantasy XIII and XIV: Online absent from the Switch, Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition HD is the latest mainline title available. Final Fantasy XVI remains exclusive to PS5 and PC.
This condensed version of Final Fantasy XV features cartoon-style character models, simplified combat, a streamlined skill tree, and fewer side quests, while retaining the full narrative of the original road-trip adventure.
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Additional Final Fantasy Titles on Switch
World of Final Fantasy Maxima (2018)
World of Final Fantasy Maxima, co-developed by Square Enix and Tose, arrived on Switch with expanded content and the ‘Maxima’ subtitle two years after its PS4 and Vita debut. Tailored for younger players, this RPG blends the series’ Active Time Battle system with the ability to capture and battle with Mirages (creatures).
World of Final FantasyTose SoftwareChocobo's Mystery Dungeon: Every Buddy! (2019)
Chocobo’s Mystery Dungeon: Every Buddy! is a remastered take on the 2007 Wii title Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo's Dungeon. This turn-based RPG features procedurally generated dungeons and a buddy system, allowing players to team up with other creatures or characters for dungeon-crawling adventures.
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Collection of Mana (2019)
The Collection of Mana includes three Mana titles, notably the 1991 Game Boy game Final Fantasy Adventure. Though initially a Final Fantasy spinoff, the Mana series became independent with Secret of Mana, establishing its own identity.
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Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered Edition (2020)
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered Edition enhances the 2004 GameCube RPG/dungeon crawler. The Switch version offers a charming aesthetic, online co-op, English voiceovers, new areas, monsters, weapons, and a higher-difficulty mode.
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Collection of SaGa Final Fantasy Legend (2020)
The Collection of SaGa Final Fantasy Legend compiles three Game Boy titles: Final Fantasy Legend I–III. Included for completeness, these games are part of the SaGa franchise, which, despite early Final Fantasy branding for Western markets, operates as a distinct RPG series. Switch enhancements include a high-speed mode, adjustable screen magnification, and vertical handheld play with detached Joy-Cons.
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Crisis Core –Final Fantasy VII– Reunion (2022)
A prequel to Final Fantasy VII, Crisis Core –Final Fantasy VII– Reunion remasters the 2007 PSP RPG. Centered on Zack Fair and his ties to Cloud, this version features upgraded visuals, new character and background models, full voice acting, a reorchestrated soundtrack, and an improved combat system.
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Theatrhythm Final Bar Line (2023)
Theatrhythm Final Bar Line, a rhythm game celebrating Final Fantasy’s music, launched with 385 tracks from the series, now expanded to 505 tracks, including other Square franchises. Spanning 46 games (FFI–XV), it features over 100 characters and supports online multiplayer for up to eight players.
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Chocobo GP (2023)
Developed by Arika (Tetris 99), Chocobo GP is a Final Fantasy-themed kart racer. Though other kart racers may outshine it, this title offers a lighthearted break from the series’ RPG depth, with time trials, tournament races, and multiplayer options.
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Upcoming Final Fantasy Titles on Nintendo Switch
Final Fantasy XVI, the latest mainline entry, has not yet been released on Switch. A new mainline title for PlayStation or Switch is unlikely in the near future, as Square Enix focuses on its three-part Final Fantasy VII remake project. Final Fantasy VII Remake launched on PS4 in 2020, followed by Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PS5 in 2024, both now available on PC.
Given their scale, it’s improbable that these remakes will appear on the current Switch, though rumors suggest Final Fantasy VII Remake and Rebirth may launch on the Switch 2, with details expected at a Nintendo Direct in April.
For more on the series, explore our detailed guide on playing the Final Fantasy titles in order.
