Alright, folks, listen up! The Final Fantasy 7 Remake hype train is picking up speed, and I've got some cool news for you. A free demo just dropped for the Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S! This is your chance to jump into the first chapter of the game and see what all the fuss is about before the full release in January.

I mean, who doesn't love a freebie? The demo lets you experience that iconic beginning, and the best part? Your progress carries over to the main game if you decide to buy it. For Switch 2 owners, make sure you've got at least 8GB of free space. It's a great way to test how well the game runs on the new Nintendo console.

But wait, there's more! If you pre-order the digital version of Final Fantasy 7 Remake on either platform, you'll get a free copy of the original Final Fantasy 7. That's right, the classic that started it all. Just remember, this offer is only valid until January 31st, 2026, so don't sleep on it! It's the perfect opportunity to experience the 1996 original before diving into the Remake.

If you're more of a physical copy kind of person, pre-ordering will get you a Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy Play Booster pack. It comes with 15 random cards, but keep in mind, these are only available while supplies last. So, you might wanna hurry if you want to snag one of those.

The full Final Fantasy 7 Remake is set to launch on Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S on January 22nd, 2026. Square Enix has confirmed that the entire Remake trilogy will eventually be available on both platforms, as well as PS5 and PC. So, no matter where you prefer to play, you'll be able to experience the whole story.

However, there's a catch for Switch 2 owners who prefer physical copies. The game will come as a Game Key Card, which is basically just a physical key for a digital download. So, even if you buy the physical version, you'll still need over 90GB of space on your console. It's one of the largest games on the system, so make sure you're prepared!

In other news, Remake trilogy director Naoki Hamaguchi has assured fans that the development of the third part won't be affected by the multiplatform release. Whether it will be a simultaneous release across all platforms or a PlayStation exclusive for a limited time remains to be seen.