The acclaimed tactical RPG, Final Fantasy Tactics, is making its anticipated return this week with an impressive enhanced edition titled The Ivalice Chronicles. Nearly three decades since its original release, this title remains a benchmark in the genre, having received a strong 9/10 in reviews. For those who haven`t yet secured their copy ahead of its September 30 release, Prime members can still enjoy release-day delivery for the Amazon Exclusive Edition on both Nintendo Switch and PS5 platforms. This updated version also boasts a free upgrade for Nintendo Switch 2, promising improved graphics and smoother frame rates.
Final Fantasy Tactics Amazon Exclusive Edition
The Amazon Exclusive Edition for Nintendo Switch and PS5 includes a special double-sided poster within the game box. One side showcases intricate character art, while the other features the comprehensive job class flowchart. Priced at $50 for all physical editions of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, opting for the Amazon version is a great choice while this unique edition is still in stock.
It`s important to note that although the poster is packaged directly with the game and isn`t a traditional preorder bonus, Amazon Exclusive Editions have a history of selling out rapidly, often before or shortly after launch. Subsequent shipments from Amazon might not contain this sought-after poster.
For collectors, a Square Enix Store-exclusive Collector`s Box, priced at $200, was also offered for this revitalized classic. However, it quickly sold out after preorders launched in June.
Preorder Bonuses for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles
Every preordered copy of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, including the Amazon Exclusive Edition, comes with a bundle of useful in-game items and consumables:
- White Equipment for Ramza
- Spiked Boots (enhances Jump attribute)
- Mythril Knife (Weapon)
- 10x High Potion
- 10x Ether
While the physical edition of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles for Nintendo Switch and PS5 is also available for preorder at major retailers such as Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and GameStop, only Amazon provides the additional bonus poster.
Regarding platform availability, physical editions are exclusively for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. However, Final Fantasy Tactics will also be available digitally on PC (Steam), Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 4. This trend of offering physical releases only for Nintendo and PlayStation platforms has become a common strategy for Square Enix in recent years.
The Sold-Out Collector`s Box
Although no longer available, the Collector`s Box for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles was a lavish package for fans. It included:
- Special Art Box: An exquisitely designed box featuring intricate character art and a decorative map of Ivalice, printed on matte-textured art paper.
- Ramza Beoulve Figure (Akademy Version): A detailed, high-quality figure with vibrant colors and impressive attention to detail, complete with a base stand.
- Mini Chocobo Plush Set: Adorable miniature plushies of the classic yellow, Black, and Red Chocobos, each equipped with an elastic loop for attachment.
- Zodiac Stones Acrylic Magnet Set: A complete set of all 12 Zodiac stones reimagined as acrylic magnets.
- Outlying Church Pop-Up Diorama: A faithful 3D pop-up model of the iconic Outlying Church from the game.
- Art Prints: Three framable artworks – depicting Ramza, a world map of Ivalice, and the key art from the standard remaster edition – printed on glossy polypropylene sheets.
The Collector`s Box was offered at $200 on its own or for $250 when bundled with the game (which was packaged separately). This universal design of the Collector`s Box made sense given the physical edition`s limited platform availability.
Digital-Only Deluxe Edition
A digital-only Deluxe Edition of Final Fantasy Tactics is also available, featuring its own set of 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