Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Gameplay Revealed at Gamescom 2025

Square Enix has unveiled a brand-new gameplay trailer for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, giving fans a deeper look at the tactical RPG masterpiece ahead of its global launch on September 30, 2025.

The trailer, showcased during Gamescom, highlights the game’s modernized tactical combat, enhanced visuals, quality-of-life improvements, and full voice acting, while retaining the timeless strategic depth and political intrigue that made the original Final Fantasy Tactics one of the most celebrated titles in the series.

A Modern Take on a TRPG Classic

The new trailer offers a glimpse of the tile-based battlefield system where positioning, job selection, and ability usage are crucial to victory. Fans will recognize the iconic job system and ability progression, while newcomers will benefit from updated UX/UI design, autosave, new difficulty options, and other quality-of-life upgrades.

Players must manage their units wisely, as fallen allies risk being lost permanently if not revived in time. This raises the stakes of every battle, reinforcing the strategic weight that defines the TRPG genre.

The Story of Ramza Beoulve Returns

Set in the medieval-inspired Kingdom of Ivalice, the game follows the hidden story of Ramza Beoulve, a young noble whose true role in history has been erased from official accounts.

Themes of betrayal, ambition, and honor weave through the narrative, which is now enhanced with a refined script and fully voiced dialogue, alongside upgraded graphics that breathe new life into one of gaming’s most respected stories.

Enhanced Features for New and Returning Fans

Visual Overhaul – Upgraded character models, environments, and battle effects
Voice Acting – Fully voiced cutscenes that deepen immersion
Accessibility Upgrades – New difficulty settings, UI refinements, and autosave
Classic Job System – Deep customization with dozens of unique jobs and abilities
Strategic Depth – Positioning, terrain, and timing all remain key to victory

These enhancements make Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles not only a nostalgic return for veterans but also an inviting entry point for newcomers to the tactical RPG genre.