Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is finally coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this Winter, but fans hoping for a high-performance experience are facing some disappointment. Square Enix has officially confirmed that the Switch 2 port will run at 30 frames per second, despite the console being capable of much higher performance. The announcement has sparked frustration among players who expected a smoother frame rate, especially since Switch 2 can handle graphically intensive games like Cyberpunk 2077 at 40 frames per second and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom at 60 frames per second.
The Switch 2, which launched earlier this year, has quickly become a must-have console with popular releases like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bonanza. Its improved hardware capabilities have set high expectations for performance across all games, leading many fans to anticipate that Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade would run at 40 or even 60 frames per second.
Despite the lower frame rate, Square Enix emphasizes that players will still enjoy the game’s detailed visuals and cinematic presentation. The publisher suggests that the immersive storytelling, character animations, and environments remain the highlight of the Remake Intergrade experience, even if it does not hit higher frame rates.
The Switch 2 port of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade joins upcoming releases on Xbox this Winter, continuing Square Enix’s plan to bring all three Final Fantasy 7 Remake entries to modern consoles. While no exact release dates have been confirmed, fans are hoping for announcements during the upcoming Tokyo Game Show. There is still a possibility that Square Enix could introduce a performance patch in the future to increase the frame rate on Switch 2, though nothing has been officially stated.
For Final Fantasy fans, this news is a mix of excitement and frustration. The chance to play one of the most beloved RPGs on a portable console is thrilling, but the 30 FPS limitation on a console as capable as the Switch 2 is hard to ignore. Regardless, players will be able to experience Cloud, Tifa, Barret, and the rest of the cast on a new platform this Winter, keeping the series alive for both longtime fans and newcomers.
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