Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles (PS5) is a tactical role-playing game developed and published by Square Enix, bringing the legendary strategy classic to modern platforms with enhanced visuals, voice acting, and quality-of-life improvements.
Set in the war-torn kingdom of Ivalice, the story follows Ramza Beoulve, a young noble caught in a brutal political conflict known as the War of the Lions. As rival factions battle for control of the throne, Ramza uncovers deeper conspiracies involving power, betrayal, and hidden truths that shape the fate of the realm.
The game features a deep turn-based tactical combat system played on grid-based battlefields, where positioning, terrain, and strategy determine victory. Players command a party of units, carefully planning each move and action to outmaneuver enemies in challenging encounters.
A defining feature is the job system, offering over 20 unique classes such as Black Mage, Dragoon, and Knight. Characters can learn abilities across different jobs, allowing for extensive customization and strategic flexibility in building your team.
This enhanced edition includes both a modernized version with updated graphics, fully voiced dialogue, and improved UI, as well as a classic version that preserves the original experience with added conveniences like auto-save.
Built for PlayStation 5, the game benefits from improved performance, refined visuals, and modern features, making it accessible to both longtime fans and new players.
Core features include:
| Platform | PlayStation 5 |
| Genre | Tactical RPG / Strategy RPG |
| Game Modes | Single-player |
| Players | 1 Player |
| Developer | Square Enix |
| Publisher | Square Enix |
| Release Date | September 30, 2025 |
| Perspective | Isometric / Tactical view |
| Core Gameplay | Turn-based tactics, party management, job system, character progression |
| World Setting | Kingdom of Ivalice (fantasy medieval setting) |
| PS5 Features | Enhanced visuals, faster loading, improved UI, modernized gameplay options |
| Rating | Teen (Violence, Mild Language) |
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| Works with | Playstation 5 |
| Genre | RPG, Strategy |