Square Enix released this Wednesday the free demo of Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade for Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S. The content, which can already be downloaded, allows playing the initial chapter of the acclaimed remake and transferring progress to the full game upon its release on January 22, 2026.
Square Enix Accelerates Multiplatform Strategy
The simultaneous availability of the demo for Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox marks a strategic moment for Square Enix. The company finally delivers one of the most anticipated experiences by the player base of these platforms. The announcement was made directly through the official channels of the Japanese developer.
The demo, 7.9 GB on Switch 2, covers the iconic sabotage mission of the first Mako Reactor in Midgar. It is the first time players outside the PlayStation and PC ecosystem experience the reinvented combat and cinematic narrative that redefines the 1997 classic.
Exclusive Bonuses for Those Who Play the Demo
Players who try the demo will receive reward items in the full title. The save data from the test version unlocks the “Revival Earrings” and the “Survival Kit” items in the main campaign.
- The download is available on the Nintendo eShop and Microsoft Store.
- The redemption code D3GM3304HKQBB2VB works for users in North America and LATAM.
- The Xbox demo has Play Anywhere support, working on console, PC, and cloud gaming.
This is a classic marketing move that rewards fans’ curiosity and encourages pre-orders.
An Epic Journey Arrives on New Platforms
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is not just a port. It is the definitive version, which includes the additional episode “INTERmission,” centered on the character Yuffie Kisaragi. The complete package will arrive on the new platforms in early 2026, ending a long cycle of temporary exclusivity.
Square Enix confirmed that the entire Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy will eventually come to Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S. The third and final game of the saga, currently in development, will also follow this multiplatform strategy. This move signals a new era of access for one of the most important RPG franchises in video game history.
The demo serves as the perfect entry point for a new generation of players who will get to know the story of Cloud, Aerith, Tifa, and Sephiroth.
