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Final Fantasy Resonance

Final Fantasy Resonance is Square Enix's first HD-2D Final Fantasy, a turn-based rebuild of the first story arc of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. You break enemies by hitting their weaknesses, fire off cinematic Resonance attacks, and fight alongside Visions of heroes from earlier games.

Developer
Square Enix, Lancarse
Publisher
Square Enix
Released
22 Oct 2026
Status
Released
Players
1
Modes
Story, Colosseum, Chamber of Arms
Platforms
PCPlayStationXboxSwitchSwitch 2

Quick answers

When does Final Fantasy Resonance come out?
It launched on 22 October 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Switch and Switch 2.
How much is Final Fantasy Resonance?
$49.99, or $59.99 for the Digital Deluxe Edition.
Is there a Final Fantasy Resonance demo?
Yes. The free demo covers all of Chapter 1 on every platform, and its save carries into the full game on the same platform and account.
Does Final Fantasy Resonance have a Platinum trophy?
Yes, on PS5. The game has 40 trophies including the Platinum, and Steam and Xbox have 40 achievements. Read the guide
Is Final Fantasy Resonance on Steam Deck?
Yes. Valve rates it Steam Deck Verified. The first setup needs an internet connection.
Can you move a Switch save to Switch 2?
No. The two versions use separate saves and there's no upgrade pack between them.
How long does Final Fantasy Resonance take?
The story takes around 40 hours, and 50 to 70 hours covers every trophy.
Who are the best characters in Final Fantasy Resonance?
Rain and Nichol are the two never to bench. Until Sakura joins in Chapter 5, run Rain, Nichol, Fina and Lasswell. Read the guide
Which Visions are best in Final Fantasy Resonance?
Tronn, Terra, Firion, Bartz, Sephiroth and Ayaka are S tier, and Tronn and Terra are yours in Chapter 1. Read the guide
Do dialogue choices matter in Final Fantasy Resonance?
Not for the story. Each of the eight choices gives one character a small permanent boost: +3 to a stat, +10 MP or +30 HP. Read the guide

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  1. Final Fantasy ResonanceGuidesEarly game

    Final Fantasy Resonance stats explained: what every attribute does and how to raise it

    All 11 numbers on the status screen explained: what each stat does, how the damage formula uses them and every way to raise them.

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  2. Final Fantasy Resonance MRP farming: the fastest way to level your Visions

    The MRP bonuses that stack, all 12 Pot battles, the best Cactuar and Gigantuar spots, and how many fights each Vision needs.

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  3. Final Fantasy Resonance tips and tricks: what to do once the basics click

    AP and ability slots, double actions, MP and Limit Burst passives, stealing and Espers: the habits that make Chapter 2 onward smoother.

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    Final Fantasy Resonance beginner’s guide: what to do first and what can wait

    Difficulty, Stagger, saving, Tents and the Chapter 1 pickups worth your time, plus the small tricks that make the first hours easier.

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    Final Fantasy Resonance dialogue choices: which answers raise your stats

    All eight story conversations in Final Fantasy Resonance that raise a stat, what each answer gives, and which one suits each character.

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Final Fantasy Resonance player count

Over the last 7 days, an average of 15,623 people were playing at the same time on Steam, with a peak of 31,231.

Show weekly numbers
Week ofAverage playersPeak
2 Nov 202614,15422,049
26 Oct 2026 (so far)22,00431,231

Steam only, checked once an hour since 28 Oct 2026. Console players and other PC stores aren't included.

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  3. Final Fantasy Resonance tips and tricks: what to do once the basics click

    AP and ability slots, double actions, MP and Limit Burst passives, stealing and Espers: the habits that make Chapter 2 onward smoother.

    Sunny 5 min read

  4. Final Fantasy ResonanceGuidesEarly game

    Final Fantasy Resonance beginner’s guide: what to do first and what can wait

    Difficulty, Stagger, saving, Tents and the Chapter 1 pickups worth your time, plus the small tricks that make the first hours easier.

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