Video: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS4 vs. Steam Deck graphics comparison
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade just got a demo on Nintendo Switch 2 yesterday, and now that we have extended footage, graphics comparisons have started to emerge – including one that shows it running up against the PS4 and Steam Deck.
Overall, it looks like Square Enix is coming out with one of the better Nintendo Switch 2 ports thus far. The game runs at 1080p and at 30 frames per second. While that resolution is lower than the PS4, it has the graphical improvements that PS5 received. Nintendo Switch 2 has advantages over PS4 Pro with lighting courtesy of more light points, more shadows, volumetric fog, and more.
Exclusive: Final Fantasy 7 Remake series producer Yoshinori Kitase shares his favorite Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch games
Posted on 4 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
Square Enix is gearing up for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy 7 Remake, and to celebrate, the company has shared a special video with us featuring Yoshinori Kitase. In it, he goes over his top Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch games, which are Ring Fit Adventure, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake.
Kitase acted as a producer on both Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. He is expected to be involved with the concluding third title as well.
Here’s the full video with Kitase in which he discusses why Ring Fit Adventure, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake are his favorite Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch games:
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade getting a Nintendo Switch 2 demo [update: out now]
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September 25: According to Square Enix, the company is planning a demo for Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade.
That news comes directly from director Naoki Hamaguchi. In a recent interview, he confirmed that a demo is planned for release by the end of the year. Hamaguchi didn’t explain what exactly will be included, but said that for “players who might still be on the fence or unsure about playing, it’d be great for them to experience [the demo] and feel the full specs” of the system.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake could have had a more realistic Buster Sword
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The Buster Sword is one of the most iconic weapons in video game history, but in Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Square Enix was considering a different direction.
Co-director Naoki Hamaguchi shared the news in a recent interview. It was explained that with Cloud swinging the sword around with one hand, it “sort of felt like it would weaken the sense of realism”. However, Square Enix ultimately believed that fans “wouldn’t accept”
Hamaguchi’s full words:
Octopath Traveler 0 launch trailer – RPG series expands on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
Thanks to Square Enix, we have the launch trailer for Octopath Traveler 0 – which has gone the live action route. The video celebrates the latest entry in the RPG series, which has arrived on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch.
For details about the game, read the following overview:
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Octopath Traveler 0 review for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Jeremy in Reviews, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
System: Switch 2
Release date: December 4, 2025
Developer: Square Enix, DOKIDOKI GROOVE WORKS
Publisher: Square Enix
The original Octopath Traveler was a milestone game, not only as the first major exclusive JRPG for Nintendo Switch, but also for the genre as a whole. It simultaneously reinvigorated a love in turn-based combat for many lapsed RPG fans, while also creating a visual style that has not only been wildly successful for Square Enix, but for imitators across other major studios and indie publishers. Octopath Traveler spawned not only a sequel title, but other games using the HD-2D style, including – critically for today’s discussion – Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent.
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Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake dev was “worried” about Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake launching first
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
In the span of a year or so, Square Enix came out with both Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake and Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake. Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake launched first last November. We then just saw the new versions of the series’ first two games a few weeks ago.
In a recent interview, producer Masaaki Hayasaka spoke about the release order. Speaking with Famitsu, he mentioned how he was “worried” that Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake would be launching first – he didn’t want 1 & 2 to “seem inferior”.
Legend of Mana getting a special art book, pre-orders open
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
A special Legend of Mana art book has been revealed, and pre-orders are now open.
Technically, the book isn’t new in the sense that it previously came to Japan. However, this is the very first time it’s being released in English. Square Enix is teaming up with Dark Horse to bring it over.
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Dragon Quest creator on differences between Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Yuji Horii, the creator of Dragon Quest, has spoken about the differences between his series and Final Fantasy.
Both IPs are juggernauts when it comes to the JRPG space. They’re now owned by Square Enix, but way back in the day, they were with separate companies. Square had Final Fantasy why Dragon Quest was with Enix.
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Octopath Traveler 0 details companions, Path Actions, Amity Levels, Party Chat, adventures at sea
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Square Enix is continuing to share information about Octopath Traveler 0, and this time around, we have details about companions you’ll journey with, Path Actions, Amity Levels, Party Chat, and adventures at sea. The latest screenshots are also available.
Here’s the full rundown:
