TL;DR:

• Square Enix is moving to full multiplatform for major series.
  
• FF7 Remake arrives on Xbox and Switch 2 on 22 Jan 2026.
  
• Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is announced for February 2026.
  
• Strategy ties to a three-year “reboot” business plan.
  
• Fans should expect fewer, bigger releases across platforms.

Square Enix signaled a clean break from long exclusivity. The publisher confirmed a multiplatform push for “HD titles,” meaning PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo platforms, and PC. This is part of a three-year reboot plan published in May 2025. Video Games Chronicle and the company’s investor slides lay out the shift. 

At September showcase events, Square Enix dated key releases on more systems. Windows Central reported Final Fantasy VII Remake launches on Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 on 22 January 2026. GamesRadar covered Dragon Quest VII Reimagined for 5 February 2026 on all major consoles and PC. 

When and where

• FF7 Remake multiplatform date: 22 January 2026.
  
• Dragon Quest VII Reimagined: 5 February 2026.
  
• Both announcements landed during the mid-September Direct and partner coverage. 

Why Square Enix is doing this

Investor materials show a focus on “quality over quantity” and a multiplatform release cadence to widen reach. The plan spans fiscal years ending March 2025 to March 2027. The company forecasts stable operating income as it resets its pipeline. 

What changes for players

• Access: Major series like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest arrive on more systems.
  
• Bundles and pricing: Expect launch parity and preorder incentives beyond PlayStation. Windows Central noted preorder bonuses tied to the classics.
  
• Cadence: Fewer, larger launches, with longer marketing tails.
  

Background

The pivot follows a tough period of cancellations and uneven sales. Square Enix’s FY2025 report set the table for a reboot, new capital allocation, and platform breadth. 

What’s next

Watch Tokyo Game Show messages and platform blogs for more catalog titles joining Xbox and Switch 2. Expect refreshed roadmaps for 2026. 

Why it matters

Cross-platform releases lower friction for fans and stabilize revenue. It also reduces the backlash that came with long exclusivity.

Sources:

• Video Games Chronicle, “Square Enix reiterates plans for ‘quality over quantity’ and multiformat games,” https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/square-enix-reiterates-plans-for-quality-over-quantity-and-multiformat-games-going-forward/ (2025-05-14)
  
• Square Enix IR, “Financial Results FY Ended Mar 31, 2025 / Medium-term plan,” https://www.hd.square-enix.com/eng/25q4earnings.pdf (2025-05-14)
  
• Windows Central, “Final Fantasy 7 Remake finally launches on Xbox…,” https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/final-fantasy-7-remake-xbox-release-date (2025-09-13)
  
• GamesRadar, “Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined announced, coming Feb 2026,” https://www.gamesradar.com/games/jrpg/square-enix-reveals-another-classic-jrpg-getting-a-remake-dragon-quest-7-reimagined-announced-coming-february-2026-to-consoles-and-pc/ (2025-09-13)