This week, the acclaimed tactical RPG Final Fantasy Tactics makes its highly anticipated comeback with `The Ivalice Chronicles,` an enhanced edition. Almost three decades after its initial release, this title remains a benchmark in the genre, having received a 9/10 in our review. For those who haven`t pre-ordered, Amazon Prime members can still secure the Amazon Exclusive Edition for Nintendo Switch and PS5 with guaranteed release-day delivery for its September 30 launch. This enhanced version also includes a free upgrade for Nintendo Switch 2, featuring improved graphics and frame rates.
Amazon Exclusive Edition Details
The Amazon Exclusive Edition is available for:
- Nintendo Switch
- PlayStation 5
The Amazon Exclusive Edition for both Nintendo Switch and PS5 comes packaged with a unique double-sided poster. One side showcases character artwork, while the other features a detailed job class flowchart. Priced at $50 for the physical edition across all retailers, the Amazon version offers this additional bonus, making it a compelling choice to purchase while supplies last.
Although the poster is included directly in the game box rather than being a separate pre-order incentive, it`s worth noting that Amazon Exclusive Editions frequently sell out rapidly, either prior to or soon after launch. Subsequent print runs from Amazon typically do not include such exclusive items.
A Collector`s Box for this remastered classic turn-based tactics game was also offered exclusively through the Square Enix Store, priced at $200. However, it quickly sold out following its pre-order launch in June.
Pre-order Bonuses for The Ivalice Chronicles
All pre-ordered copies of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, including the Amazon Exclusive Edition, will receive the following in-game items and consumables:
- White Equipment for Ramza
- Spiked Boots that increase Jump attribute
- Mythril Knife (Weapon)
- 10x High Potion
- 10x Ether
Physical editions of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles for Nintendo Switch and PS5 can also be pre-ordered from other major retailers like Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and GameStop, though only Amazon provides the exclusive physical bonus. The game will also be released digitally for PC (via Steam), Xbox Series X|S, and PS4. This platform strategy, offering physical copies only for Nintendo and PlayStation consoles, has become a common practice for Square Enix in recent years.
Collector`s Box Contents (Sold Out)
Although the Square Enix Store-exclusive Collector`s Box for $200 (or $250 bundled with the game) quickly sold out after pre-orders opened in June, its contents are noteworthy:
- Special Art Box: The box features intricate character art against a decorative depiction of Ivalice, printed on matte-textured art paper.
- Ramza Beoulve Figure (Akademy Version): A high-quality figure of Ramza with vibrant colors and impressive detail, including a base stand.
- Mini Chocobo Plush Set: Adorable miniature plushies of the standard yellow, Black, and Red Chocobos, each with an elastic loop.
- Zodiac Stones Acrylic Magnet Set: A complete set of all 12 Zodiac stones as acrylic magnets.
- Outlying Church Pop-Up Diorama: A faithful 3D pop-up recreation of the Outlying Church from the game.
- Art Prints: Three framable glossy polypropylene prints featuring Ramza, a world map of Ivalice, and the remaster`s key art.
Additionally, a digital-only Deluxe Edition of Final Fantasy Tactics will be available, which includes these exclusive in-game items:
- Akademy Blade (Weapon)
- Akademy Beret (Headwear)
- Akademy Tunic (Combat Garb)
- Ring of Aptitude (Accessory)
- Black Equipment for Ramza
- Red Equipment for Ramza
- 10x Phoenix Down