Preorders go live on November 4th and you could consider the Collector’s Edition, which includes a Reaper figurine, a tapestry, a keychain, a plush toy, and a box of special art with the expansion. That’s quite a package, but the Standard Edition’s preorder bonuses will be fine if you don’t want to fork out the extra cash.

In case you haven’t been following this one, it brings a new warrior of Light to the table, and a story that’s already quite intriguing based on what we’ve seen in its trailers. There’s also the newly revealed Zephyr job to look forward to, alongside changes to customization and the narrative structure that we expect are going to make this one feel quite fresh and engaging.

We don’t have to wait long to find out, though, and we’re hoping the delay helps push out a more polished experience in the end, especially with how crowded next February is.

While plenty of games that are already out will be present, players can also look forward to a demo for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. The development team behind Final Fantasy Resonance will also be present at TGS 2026 to discuss the upcoming title’s HD-2D art style and how it informed game design decisions. As for older titles, players can look forward to checking out the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest 11 S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition and Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined. For more details, check out the full list of what Square Enix is bringing to the event below.

Back in May, Bandai Namco had announced its own lineup of games for Tokyo Game Show 2026, which will include major upcoming releases like Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, One Piece: Grand Gourmet, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, and Bleach: Mirrors High.

Capcom has also confirmed that it will host its own showcase a day before Tokyo Game Show 2026 kicks off. The showcase will be 40 minutes long and will highlight many of the company’s upcoming releases, like expansions for Monster Hunter Wilds and Dragon’s Dogma 2 – Ascension and Dark Arisen, respectively. The company will also be present at the TGS show floor to showcase these games, alongside other titles like Street Fighter 6, Pragmata, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Mega Man: Dual Override.

Tokyo Game Show 2026 is slated to be the largest iteration of the event so far, with the organizer – Japan’s Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association – celebrating the last year’s event and noting that the new iteration will feature more room for exhibitors and attendees to explore.

“This year, through reviewing exhibition hall layouts and dispersing large-scale booths in pursuit of maximizing and optimizing exhibition space, we are making it possible for even more companies to exhibit.”

Back in May, Tokyo Game Show 2026 got a video teasing the event, with visuals created by illustrator Zashikiwarashi. The organizers have also confirmed that this year’s event will be the longest TGS we’ve seen so far, with 5 days planned to celebrate the event’s 30th anniversary.

Square Enix’s Tokyo Game Show 2026 Lineup:

• Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy (iOS, Android)
• Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, PC) (Family Game Park)
  • Demo – Try Dragon Quest VII Reimagined from the beginning.
• Dragon Quest X Online (PS4, Switch, PC)
• Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition (Switch 2)
• Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, PC)
  • Fluffy Meet and Greet – Meet Fluffy, a mysterious creature that appears in Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, and take a photograph together. All visitors who participate in the meet & greet can receive an original Fluffy & Slime sticker.
• Dragon Quest Smash/Grow (iOS, Android)
• Final Fantasy VII Revelation (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PC)
  • Demo – Play through a section of Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
  • Photo Spots
    • Final Fantasy VII Remake – Strike a pose with the Buster Sword as you strike down the Scorpion Sentinel!
    • Final Fantasy VII Rebirth – Pray to the planet in the forgotten capital while Sephiroth descends from above.
    • Final Fantasy VII Revelation – Hop on the Hardy-Daytona and face off against the Diamond Weapon!
  • Final Fantasy XIV Collaboration Bag – Only available on general admission days.
• Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PS4, PC)
  • Character Meet and Greet – A Moogle and Alpha are coming to Tokyo Game Show.
  • Final Fantasy VII Revelation Collaboration Bag – Only available on general admission days.
• Final Fantasy Resonance (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, PC)
  • Panel Pixel Art – A massive panel featuring pixel character art from Final Fantasy Resonance will be on display. Attendees can also participate in the spot-the-difference online campaign by snagging a pamphlet at the Square Enix booth and comparing the art inside with the art on the panel.
• Kingdom Hearts Collection [I ~ III] (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PC)
• Kingdom Hearts IV (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PC)

Everything we told you before about subscribing still stands, so you’ll want to keep in mind it requires a separate subscription, though the first month is free to “ensure server stability,” per the development team. For a game that launched in 2013, we really liked it back in the day, and it’s still a favorite among franchise veterans while remaining a great time for newbies.

Of course, now would be a great time to join in on the fun since the Evercold expansion is set to arrive early next year and is bringing a ton of new content to the table (including the new Bastion class). It’s a good idea to get some momentum in this one over the next few months so you can enjoy everything it brings to the table. Fair warning, though: According to the Nintendo eShop, this may be the biggest Switch 2 release yet, weighing in at a whopping 117.2 GB. So unless you have nothing else on your backlog for the year, it may be worth playing.

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The new trailer’s a bit long, although it’s more cinematic than informative. It’s still a great glimpse at the world that’s on offer in Evercold, and it’s great stage-setting for the Warrior of Light and whatever awaits them on their way in the new story arc. Announcements accompanied the trailer, with details on some quite robust expansions to character customization, along with news of a planner crossover raid series with Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Bastion, a new job with some ferocious moves on the field, also makes an appearance in the trailer.

There are also changes to the narrative structure designed to give you significant agency over the order in which you’re tackling the expansion’s content. All in all, there’s a lot to take in as far as Evercold is concerned, and it’s hard to believe that this one still isn’t even out yet. Talk about hype! Let’s hope this one can live up to expectations.

Of course, for those looking forward to the Nintendo Switch 2 version, it’s out on August 4th.

Square Enix confirmed at the Fest’s keynote that the port will receive a one-month early access period to check stability. There’s no limit on playtime in the trial, and best of all, it’s being expanded to include the critically acclaimed Shadowbringers expansion. That’s a hefty amount of content (though there are several restrictions on free players).

Once the free trial is up, you’ll need to pay a monthly subscription, and if you’re an existing player, you’ll receive a 50 percent discount. And while Nintendo Switch Online isn’t required, the former is separate, which could mean a higher base price than other platforms. Time will ultimately tell.

Regardless, if you’ve ever wanted to play Final Fantasy 14 on the go, or add even more to your Switch 2 backlog, then it may be worth checking out later this year. As for Evercold, it’s set to introduce a new raid series, cities, dungeons, a level cap increase (100 to 110) and two new Jobs.

Well, strap in for another one next year, as Square Enix has announced Evercold, a new expansion that brings a new Warrior of Light, called The Wanderer, to the mix. The reveal trailer, showcased below, doesn’t give too much away, but this new hero is a Reaper and is likely to kick off the latest saga with substance and style. There’s a lot to like and The Wanderer looks more than capable of handling whatever the new expansion throws at them.

Details about Evercold are scarce at the time of writing, but we could expect more information about it in the run-up to its release in January 2027. Square Enix has confirmed that there’s going to be a lot of player-friendly content that supports busy lifestyles, and that a new seasonal system is going to make its debut alongside The Wanderer. There’s also an expanded character customization tool to look forward to alongside an Armory update and new combat systems like Reborn and Evolved Modes.

Final Fantasy 14: Evercold is coming to Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and PS4. Stay tuned for more details

To help players along, Capcom has released a new introductory guide. As with Behemoth, Kulve Taroth, and Safi’jiiva, one player who attacks Omega Planetes’s head will draw its aggression and many of its attacks. A guard-focused character is thus essential for higher defense. Others can target its parts and unleash new Pictomancy spells to deal damage or take out its minions.

Shields will be important for avoiding some attacks, including the all-powerful Delta Attack. The latter requires slaying a Nerscylla clone in time and huddling under its shield for protection. Master all this and you’ll defeat Omega Planetes in no time (hopefully).

There’s even more to come for Monster Hunter Wilds, including Title Update 4 in December, which adds Gogmazios, the first Elder Dragon. Stay tuned for more details.

Players will leverage new mechanics like Pictomancy spells to attain victory, with rewards including new weapons and the Dark Knight armor set. Arch-Tempered Nu Udra is also being added in a new event quest on October 22nd, followed by a challenge quest on October 29th.

The Festival of Accord: Dreamspell kicks off in the same week, offering some new Halloween-themed gestures, equipment and pop-up camp decorations to obtain. Capcom is also adding more cosmetics, including new quest completion animations.

If that wasn’t enough, it confirmed that Title Update 4, launching in December, will add the game’s first Elder Dragon: Gogmazios from Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. It also promises expanded end-game content, another Festival of Accord, and other improvements, so stay tuned for more details.

Another big new addition is being able to ride Chocobos, which should feel even better given Wilds’ expanded traversal mechanics. How the development team will justify Planetes arriving in the Forbidden Lands remains to be seen.

It’s also worth noting that Final Fantasy 14 fans are getting their own special event with Wilds in early October. Players can mount Sekrets (which also glide), explore vast new environments and even take on Guardian Arkveld. Stay tuned for more details on both collaborations in the coming weeks.

Monster Hunter Wilds is available for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. Capcom recently outlined plans to improve CPU and GPU optimization on PC. Head here for more details.

Having originally joined Square Enix back in 2005, Yoshida became an executive officer in the company in 2015, shortly after the success of Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn. Since then, Yoshida has worked as a producer on the MMORPG and, more recently, the producer for Final Fantasy 16.

Square Enix hasn’t yet released a statement about Yoshida leaving the board of directors. An interview he had with Dutch publication NRC indicates that the decision to leave the position might have been at least partially his. “I don’t want to be on the board. It’s much more fun to just make games,” said Yoshida in the 2023 interview (translation via Dot Esports).

Yoshida hasn’t made any statements about his departure either, and it looks like he will continue heading up Square Enix’s Creative Business Unit 3.

Final Fantasy 14 itself has still been quite successful for Square Enix; the MMORPG saw its most recent expansion, Dawntrail, launch last year. It prompted a rise in player numbers, with Yoshida himself announcing that the title saw the highest number of concurrent players across all platforms since the release of Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn back in 2013.

Yoshida has been notable in the history of Final Fantasy thanks in large part successfully turning Final Fantasy 14 around from its originally-failing release into a decent MMORPG with A Realm Reborn. Since then, the game has seen several expansions along the way, with Heavensward and Shadowbringers especially praised by critics for their stories.

Final Fantasy 16, on the other hand, while still critically acclaimed, had seemingly disappointed Square Enix in terms of sales figures with its original PS5-exclusive release. Since then, it’s been released on PC. Yoshida himself also said that future titles by Square Enix would be getting multiplatform releases.

The sentiment was echoed by Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth producer Yoshinori Kitase in December. While Square Enix was satisfied with the title’s sales, “it’s clear that we can’t be exclusive to a single platform.” “I think we need to offer the game to as many players as possible.”

In its recent earnings report, Square Enix reported a rise in operating profits. Among the games credited for this increase in revenue was Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D, which was released on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch in November 2024. Check out our review for more details.