FINAL FANTASY III
Released Jul 2021
The original FINAL FANTASY III comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the third game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
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Done
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
FINAL FANTASY III Pixel Remaster launched on July 28, 2021 as a remastered 2D version of the 1990 classic. Square Enix treated this as a complete, self-contained product from the outset — the store description makes no mention of planned expansions or additional story content, and the game was sold as a finished retelling of the original.
Post-launch, Square Enix delivered a series of quality-of-life and feature patches: a first update in August 2021, a second in September 2021, a gameplay enhancements patch (Ver 1.0.4) in August 2022, a larger feature update (Ver 1.1.0) in January 2024 adding new assist options and audio/font choices, a follow-up bug fix (Ver 1.1.1) in February 2024, and a further feature patch (Ver 1.2.0) in March 2025. The only paid add-on is the official soundtrack DLC, which released on January 23, 2025 and is now available. A minor bug fix update also appeared in October 2025.
None of these updates added new story content, areas, or gameplay systems beyond quality-of-life improvements. There are no unreleased DLC entries on the store, no roadmap for future content, and no developer statements indicating further additions are planned. The game is a pixel remaster of a fixed, decades-old title — there is no structural expectation of ongoing story or content expansions. With all released DLC accounted for and no outstanding commitments, the game is complete. The most recent developer communication was a minor bug fix on October 8, 2025, consistent with routine maintenance rather than active development of new content.
Evidence
The only DLC — the original soundtrack — was released on January 23, 2025. No unreleased DLC exists on the store.
FINAL FANTASY III Pixel Remaster launched as a complete 2D remaster of the original 1990 game, available individually or as part of a series bundle.
Content
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Developer
Publisher
Square Enix
Achievements
31
Platform
Windows
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
A remodeled 2D take on the third 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.
With the power of light nearly eclipsed by the power of darkness, only the crystals' four chosen adventurers can save the world.
Experience the iconic job changing system first introduced in FFIII - switch jobs at will and use various abilities as you progress in the game. Change into a variety of classes like Warrior, Monk, White Mage, Black Mage, Dragoon, Evoker, or even call monsters to do your bidding with as a Summoner.
Enjoy the exciting third installment in the FINAL FANTASY series!
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(This remaster is based on the original "FINAL FANTASY III" game released in 1990. Features and/or content may differ from previously rereleased versions of the game.)
With the power of light nearly eclipsed by the power of darkness, only the crystals' four chosen adventurers can save the world.
Experience the iconic job changing system first introduced in FFIII - switch jobs at will and use various abilities as you progress in the game. Change into a variety of classes like Warrior, Monk, White Mage, Black Mage, Dragoon, Evoker, or even call monsters to do your bidding with as a Summoner.
Enjoy the exciting third 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 and adjusting experience 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 III" game released in 1990. Features and/or content may differ from previously rereleased versions of the game.)
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Last evaluated Jun 25, 2026
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