Square Enix has revealed several new details and screenshots for Final Fantasy Resonance going over the game’s world, gameplay systems, Visions, completionist content, and so much more.
Get the full details below, courtesy of Square Enix:
The World
The Zoldaad Empire
A powerful military nation and the home of the Fire Crystal. According to rumors, Zoldaad plans to use the airships and magitek weaponry they’ve mass-produced in recent years to invade neighboring countries.
Life is hard under the tyranny of the empire, and domestic unrest mounts, giving rise to a rebel army.
Mysidia, the Magiapolis
The legendary city of mages known only in fairy tales. Some believe it fell to ruin long ago, while others claim it persists to this day. None, however, can say for certain.
The advanced magical civilization of Mysidia is also said to play host to the Ice Crystal.
Characters
Main Characters
Jake (Voiced by: Jonah Scott / Yoshimasa Hosoya)
The leader of the rebel army opposing the Zoldaad Empire. Though Jake comes off as breezy and easily distracted by the fairer sex, within his chest is a heart that beats fervently for his countrymen, and he will do whatever it takes to end their suffering under the empire’s boot.
In battle, Jake makes Lady Luck his ally, fighting with chancy abilities such as Coin Toss and Gamble Shot.
Sakura (Voiced by: AmaLee / Aoi Yuki)
A sage of Mysidia, the magiapolis. Though Sakura appears to be a young girl, her true age is unknown. As she speaks in a manner that suggests an ancient soul, many believe her to be far older than she seems…
Sakura possesses an immense magical prowess that places her a cut above other mages. Her true origins and identity, however, are a mystery.
Veritas of the Flame (Voiced by: Paul St. Peter / Kenta Miyake)
One of the Sworn Six who seek to annihilate the crystals. Never one to split hairs, he takes everything in fittingly giant stride.
In addition to being nigh impervious, even a single fiery swing of his axe can lay his foes low.
Veritas of the Earth (Voiced by: Kieran Flitton / Yuichi Nakamura)
One of the Sworn Six. His unique sense of honor makes him crave battle with those stronger than him, even when his mission dictates otherwise.
He wields a gargantuan shield and Earth magic.
Veritas of the Light (Voiced by: Morgan Berry / Yoshino Nanjo)
One of the Sworn Six who seek to annihilate the crystals. Capricious and volatile in nature, she can fly into a rage at a moment’s notice and will employ any means necessary to accomplish her objective.
She unleashes devastating Light attacks and fires devastating salvos at her enemies using the cannons fused to her gauntlets.
Gameplay System
Limit Bursts
Characters can unleash powerful attacks known as Limit Bursts after filling up their limit gauge. Limit gauges fill when a character staggers an enemy or takes damage. Some Limit Bursts pack an incredible punch, while others grant boons that aid in the battle.
Visions
Crystallized essences of legendary heroes, including warriors from other Final Fantasy realms, who fight alongside Rain and his companions when their vision crystals are equipped.
You may use the magic and abilities of visions who fight alongside you. The stronger your bond with a vision grows, the more abilities of theirs you can unlock.
Staggering all enemies in one turn will allow you to trigger a Resonance with a vision and perform an exceptionally devastating attack.
To obtain vision crystals, visit the Sanctums of Light that have been erected around the world.
Awakening Visions
Along your journey, you will come across magicite, which can be used to awaken your visions. Awakening grants a vision stronger abilities, as well as higher-level skills and magic. But keep in mind that magicite is limited—which visions to awaken is a choice you must make.
Visions awaken in three stages, requiring higher-grade magicite to draw out greater power.
Magicite is found in dungeons, lying within treasure chests or as a reward for defeating certain powerful monsters.
Vision Characters
Amelia
A maid in service to the Zoldaad Empire’s Crown Prince. Fighting with Fire-aspected guns, she has an ability that occasionally allows her to repeat attacks.
Camille
A seasoned mercenary monster hunter. Camille uses Water and Earth attacks, and
she can obtain an array of abilities that grant exceptional strength and speed.
Wilhelm
An imperial general who often joins the fray himself, clad in the most resilient suit of armor. He draws the enmity of all enemies at the start of battle, allowing him to become the party’s shield.
Victoria
A black mage with deep ties to Sakura. Victoria wields Dark magic, as well as spells that inflict status ailments such as Poison and Silence.
Ayaka
A talented frontier-born white mage chosen by Sakura to be her pupil. A dedicated healer, Ayaka restores her allies’ HP and dispels status ailments.
Famous FINAL FANTASY Visions
Firion
A young man who joins the rebel army, seeking to take down the emperor of Palamecia. He excels at staggering enemies with Wind, Lightning and Light physical attacks.
Onion Knight
A young man whose life changed forever when a simple excursion led him to a crystal, which granted him his calling as a Warrior of Light. His Fire, Wind and Earth magic deals more damage the more the limit gauge is filled.
Vaan
An orphan from the former Kingdom of Dalmasca. He not only makes use of Fire and Earth physical attacks, but can also sometimes force an enemy to skip their turn when he staggers them.
Lightning
A member of Cocoon’s Guardian Corps. She excels at staggering enemies, and gains
abilities that further strengthen this power.
Noctis
The crown prince of Lucis, a kingdom with modern advancements achieved through the power of the Crystal. Noctis supplements his Ice and Lightning spells with an onslaught of Light physical attacks.
Clive
The firstborn son of the Archduke of Rosaria. Clive staggers enemies and deals massive damage with Fire and Wind physical attacks.
Espers
Over the course of the story, you’ll enlist the help of espers—entities that join the battle for three turns before unleashing an immensely destructive attack.
Carbuncle
This cuddly critter bears an impressive ruby on its forehead, which it uses to cast Ruby Light, an ability that reflects magic cast on your party.
Leviathan
A gargantuan sea serpent. Its Tsunami attack deals massive Water damage to all enemies.
Odin
An armor-clad entity that bestrides a many-legged steed. His Zantetsuken deals non-elemental damage and may cause Instant Death.
Bahamut
A dragon so great, he is said to rule over them all. His mighty Megaflare deals massive non-elemental damage to all enemies.
For Completionists
Mighty Foes
Powerful monsters preside over the many caverns which dot the land. Defeating these monsters will grant magicite, a material for awakening visions. Seek them out if greatness is your goal.
Secret Dungeons
The world of Final Fantasy Resonance is host to optional high difficulty dungeons. Though unrelated to the main story, these dungeons offer the perfect chance for those looking to test their mettle.
Battles with Gilgamesh
During your adventure, you will encounter the mysterious bladesman Gilgamesh.
A final battle awaits on a distinctly big bridge…
Be well prepared. This FINAL FANTASY mainstay will test your resolve in more ways than one.
Defeating Ultima Weapon
At journey’s end awaits Ultima Weapon, the most formidable of foes.
Boasting incredible strength and stamina, Ultima Weapon demands perfect preparation. Bring the fruits of your adventure to bear and push your party to its absolute limits before challenging this foe.
Final Fantasy Resonance launches October 22 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store for $49.99. A Digital Deluxe Edition will be available for $59.99 with bonus in-game items, and a Collector’s Edition will be available for $209.99 featuring the game, Digital Deluxe Edition bonuses, an artbook, soundtrack and unique FINAL FANTASY TRADING CARD GAME promotional card.
Final Fantasy Resonance will not have a upgrade path from the Nintendo Switch version to Nintendo Switch 2. Save data from the Switch version of Final Fantasy Resonance is not transferrable to the Switch 2 version or vice versa.
