FINAL FANTASY II
Released Jul 2021
The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
82% positive · 3,436 reviews
Done
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Final Fantasy II Pixel Remaster launched on July 28, 2021 as a complete, self-contained remaster of the 1988 original. The game shipped with a finished story and all core content intact from day one.
Post-launch, Square Enix delivered several patches improving gameplay, balance, and bug fixes — most notably a substantial feature update (Ver. 1.1.0) on January 30, 2024 that added assist options, a new font toggle, original soundtrack switching, and various UI improvements. A further update (Ver. 1.2.0) on March 5, 2025 brought additional UI/control refinements and bug fixes. A minor bug fix patch followed on October 8, 2025, which represents the last known developer communication.
The only DLC associated with the game is the Official Soundtrack, released on January 23, 2025 — a music product, not a gameplay content expansion. There are no unreleased DLC items, no announced roadmap, and no developer statements indicating future content additions. The patch history shows Square Enix has wound down from feature work to routine maintenance, consistent with a game that has reached its final content state.
There is nothing in the store description, DLC list, or developer posts suggesting additional story, gameplay, or feature content is planned beyond what has already shipped.
Evidence
Final Fantasy II Pixel Remaster launched as a complete remaster of the 1988 original, with updated graphics, rearranged soundtrack, and modernized UI.
Ver. 1.2.0 delivered UI/control improvements and bug fixes. Most recent feature-level update from the developer.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
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Details
Developer
Publisher
Square Enix
Achievements
28
Platform
Windows
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics. All the magic of the original, with improved ease of play.
Our epic tale begins with four young souls orphaned during the struggle between the Palamecian Empire and the rebel army. On their journey, the youths join forces with the white wizard Minwu, Prince Gordon of Kashuan, Leila the pirate, and many others. Behold the beautiful and sometimes tragic twists of fate that await you on your adventure.
FFII introduced a unique skill level system that strengthens different attributes of the characters depending on their fighting style instead of leveling up. Use the key terms you learn in conversation to unlock new information and progress in the story.
This innovative game series takes an ambitious turn in this second installment in the FINAL FANTASY series!
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(This remaster is based on the original "FINAL FANTASY II" game released in 1988. Features and/or content may differ from previously rereleased versions of the game.)
Our epic tale begins with four young souls orphaned during the struggle between the Palamecian Empire and the rebel army. On their journey, the youths join forces with the white wizard Minwu, Prince Gordon of Kashuan, Leila the pirate, and many others. Behold the beautiful and sometimes tragic twists of fate that await you on your adventure.
FFII introduced a unique skill level system that strengthens different attributes of the characters depending on their fighting style instead of leveling up. Use the key terms you learn in conversation to unlock new information and progress in the story.
This innovative game series takes an ambitious turn in this second installment in the FINAL FANTASY series!
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■ Beautifully revived with new graphics and sound!
- Universally updated 2D pixel graphics, including the iconic FINAL FANTASY character pixel designs created by Kazuko Shibuya, the original artist and current collaborator.
- Beautifully rearranged soundtrack in a faithful FINAL FANTASY style, overseen by original composer Nobuo Uematsu.
■Improved gameplay!
- Including modernized UI, auto-battle options, and more.
- Switch the soundtrack between the rearranged version, created for the pixel remaster, or the original version, capturing the sound of the original game.
- Now possible to switch between different fonts, including the default font and a pixel-based font based on the atmosphere of the original game.
- Additional boost features to expand gameplay options, including switching off random encounters, compensatory HP, and adjusting weapon skill level gained multipliers between 0 and 4.
- Dive into the world of the game with supplemental extras like the bestiary, illustration gallery, and music player.
(This remaster is based on the original "FINAL FANTASY II" game released in 1988. Features and/or content may differ from previously rereleased versions of the game.)
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Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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