Final Fantasy XIV coming to Nintendo Switch 2 later this year, Square Enix reveals
Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 later this year, with a planned launch in August following a brief test period. The game will not require a Nintendo Switch Online membership to play online.
Final Fantasy XIV is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 later this year. Square Enix president Takashi Kiyru announced the news during the Fan Fest 2026 celebrations in Anaheim. The game is set to launch in August after a short early access period of about a month. Players will not need a Nintendo Switch Online membership to play the game online. This marks the first time Final Fantasy XIV will be available on a Nintendo console, having previously been on PS3, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. The original Switch will not receive the game, likely due to hardware limitations.
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