Final Fantasy returns to Xbox with a huge day‑one launch as Final Fantasy VII Revelation breaks exclusivity

Vincent Valentine from Final Fantasy VII Revelation holds a glowing green Xbox orb in his clawed hand, standing in a rocky wilderness with towering cliffs in the background. — Vincent Valentine (Image credit: Square Enix | Xbox | Edited with Gemini)

That’s right, Square Enix has seemingly fully given up their allegiance to PlayStation, likely turning down whatever money Sony was willing to throw at them, and is instead bringing the final chapter in the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy to Xbox on day one.

Revealed as the final game of Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest showcase, Final Fantasy VII Revelation was also confirmed for a day-one release across multiple platforms, including Xbox.

Naturally, that's great news for Xbox fans, but it also signals a major shift in Square Enix's approach to platform releases. So, let's talk about it and what Xbox players can expect when Final Fantasy VII Revelation launches in Spring 2027.

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The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox PC. Interestingly, Square Enix specifically lists Xbox PC, which suggests that, like Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the game will likely support Xbox Play Anywhere.

I'll admit that my appreciation for Final Fantasy largely comes from Kingdom Hearts, along with watching my brother play the series and talk about it growing up. Still, we also got a statement from the game's director, Naoki Hamaguchi, and I think it's worth sharing:

“I’m beyond excited to announce FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, launching simultaneously across all platforms in Spring 2027. I’m truly grateful to our fans who believed in this story and supported us for so many years. In this title, centered around “resolve,” Cloud and his companions will confront their respective convictions and continue their journey towards the final battle that will determine the planet’s fate. All the stories and emotions accumulated over the years will culminate in the most satisfying way with this experience, brought to you as the series’ final chapter. Please look forward to it.”

It's great to see the game launching simultaneously across all platforms, and I'm sure Xbox fans will be pleased as well. If you're a Final Fantasy fan and are happy about the news, or simply have thoughts on the announcement, let me know in the comments and be sure to take part in our poll!

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Adam is a Psychology Master’s graduate passionate about gaming, community building, and digital engagement. A lifelong Xbox fan since 2001, he started with Halo: Combat Evolved and remains an avid achievement hunter. Over the years, he has engaged with several Discord communities, helping them get established and grow. Gaming has always been more than a hobby for Adam—it’s where he’s met many friends, taken on new challenges, and connected with communities that share his passion.