Square Enix says goodbye to exclusive agreements, all multiplatform, Xbox, PS5 and Switch 2

The Japanese company opens a new stage in which all its major games will also arrive on Xbox.

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For years, Square Enix was synonymous with temporary exclusivity on PlayStation consoles. Major franchises like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest would often debut first on Sony’s ecosystem before arriving much later on other platforms. But that’s changing. The Japanese publisher has confirmed that its new strategy will be completely multi-platform, leaving behind a policy that had frustrated Xbox players for years.

The change is already tangible. Final Fantasy XVI and Final Fantasy VII Remake are on their way to Xbox Series, while Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth are also expected to arrive on Xbox and Nintendo Switch 2 consoles. Although some titles will arrive in a staggered manner, the company’s intention is clear: to launch its upcoming projects on all platforms simultaneously.

Square Enix opens up to all players, with Xbox as a key part of its new strategy

The turning point began with projects like Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, and Dragon Quest I-II HD-2D Remake, three titles that marked the beginning of a new, more open and global era. According to the company itself, this model has significantly boosted the player community for each franchise, reducing barriers between platforms and improving the reach of its releases.

Looking to the future, Square Enix plans to reinforce this approach with new titles developed from scratch, with the goal of launching them jointly on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and Switch 2. If everything continues on its current course, the next major step could be Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, which would symbolize this transition.

In summary, the company behind some of the most important franchises in the industry wants to leave behind temporary exclusives and bet on an inclusive model. A piece of news that Xbox players have been waiting for for a long time.