Final Fantasy 7 Remake dev thinks Nintendo Switch 2 version will be one of the system’s model ports
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade director Naoki Hamaguchi has spoken more about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 version of the RPG, and has shared a few words of confidence.
Screen Rant was recently speaking with Hamaguchi about the game. During the discussion, he relayed his thoughts that the upcoming release “will kind of turn out to be one of the model HD games for Switch 2 ports.”
Hamaguchi said in the interview:
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake review for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 5 days ago by Jeremy in Reviews, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
System: Switch 2 (reviewed), Switch
Release date: October 30, 2025
Developer: Artdink
Publisher: Square Enix
How do you follow up the remake of one of the most popular JRPGs of all time? Well, you take that beautiful HD-2D engine and remake both of the game’s predecessors using the same assets of course. And how do you dodge complaints that using the same game engine for these remakes is a lazy rehash? By putting an insane amount of effort into modernizing and expanding the stories, characters, lore, and world of these two classic RPGs. Square Enix and developer Artdink present for your consideration: Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake. It’s two retro RPG remakes for the price of one! But is it worth it? (spoiler: yes, but with some caveats).
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake 1.0.1.0 update out now, patch notes
Posted on 6 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Going along with the launch of Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake, Square Enix has prepared a day one update with version 1.0.1.0.
There are a few things here that improve the experience. These include additional English voices for some event scenes and more tutorials. A few other elements are also included.
Here’s the full rundown:
Fear Effect 2: Retro Helix coming to Nintendo Switch
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Fear Effect 2: Retro Helix will be appearing on Nintendo Switch, Limited Run Games just announced in partnership with Square Enix. It’s due out in 2026.
Limited Run Games shared its plans for Fear Effect 2: Retro Helix during a LRG3 event today, which includes a future physical release.
The original Fear Effect came to Nintendo Switch this past summer. We previously covered the game here.
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake story trailer
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
Continuing on with its pre-launch promotions, Square Enix has now issued a story trailer for Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake. Both titles in the package are highlighted here.
Get caught up on all of the important details with the following rundown:
Square Enix explains why Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth didn’t have DLC, could happen for Remake Part 3
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth never received DLC, but it was considered. Naoki Hamaguchi shared that nugget in a recent interview.
With Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Square Enix did end up creating DLC. This was Episode Intermission, which was highlighted by new playable character Yuffie Kisaragi. Some may have thought that Rebirth would end up receiving the same treatment, but it didn’t happen.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Material Ultimania revealed, pre-orders open
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth fans looking to explore the game further might be interested in the upcoming Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Material Ultimania book.
The book comes in at just over 200 pages. It features “a comprehensive collection of production art and CG art assets, including character models and illustrations, locations and backgrounds, accessories, weapons, and enemies, all accompanied by staff commentary.” Also included are cutscene storyboards, enemy interaction development materials, and more.
Octopath Traveler 0 details Pardis III, companions, Monster Arena, Museum
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Square Enix is back with another round of details for Octopath Traveler 0, this time covering Pardis III – the tyrannical monarch plotting to seize control of Orsterra – plus companions who will stand against his ambitions alongside you, and a few of the unique and unusual facilities you can construct through Town Building.
Here’s the full rundown:
More: Octopath Traveler 0, Square Enix
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster 1.0.2 update, patch notes
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Cris-(chito) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster has just received an update addressing many minor bugs and online communication issues. Version 1.0.2 should be rolling out now for Nintendo Switch 2 users.
You can see the full list of patches for this update below:
Final Fantasy 7 and 8 Remastered Twin Pack, Final Fantasy 9 Nintendo Switch physical releases confirmed for the west [update: pre-orders]
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original: Though they’ve been out for some time elsewhere, the Final Fantasy 7 and 8 Remastered Twin Pack as well as the Final Fantasy 9 Nintendo Switch physical releases are finally heading west. Both are planned for December 9, 2025.
Final Fantasy 7 and 8 will be sold together in a single package. Final Fantasy 9 is a standalone release.
