Final Fantasy 7 fans have a lot to look forward to in 2026, according to recent leaks. The same reliable source who predicted the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase just dropped some major bombshells about Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 and the Switch 2 port of FF7 Rebirth.
The Big Leaks: What NateTheHate Is Claiming
Industry leaker NateTheHate shared substantial Final Fantasy news during a February 4 podcast, making two major predictions:
1. FF7 Rebirth Switch 2 Release Date Announcement on February 5
According to the leak:
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for Switch 2 will be featured at the February 5 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase
- A new trailer will debut alongside a concrete release date
- Square Enix has been targeting a summer 2026 launch window
- NateTheHate’s educated guess puts the release around June 2026 during Summer Game Fest
2. Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Will Be Multiplatform Day One
This is huge news for the franchise:
- FF7 Remake Part 3 will launch simultaneously on all current platforms
- Unlike FF7 Remake and Rebirth, there will be no PlayStation exclusivity period
- The game’s first official reveal could happen at Summer Game Fest in June 2026
Why These Leaks Are Worth Taking Seriously
NateTheHate has a proven track record, including correctly predicting the February 5 Partner Showcase itself. But beyond his credibility, there’s official corroboration for some of these claims.
What the Developers Have Actually Said
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth game director Naoki Hamaguchi has publicly discussed the Switch 2 port’s progress in interviews:
- The port still needs polish and optimization work
- Square Enix developers are passionate about bringing it up to standard
- The team recognizes the challenge of porting Rebirth’s vast open-world to Switch 2 hardware
Regarding Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3, Hamaguchi has confirmed:
- The game’s final title has been locked in after discussions with creative director Tetsuya Nomura
- Development is using a modified version of Unreal Engine 4 for consistency with the previous games
- Work is actively progressing on the project
The Technical Challenge of FF7 Rebirth on Switch 2
Bringing Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth to the Nintendo Switch 2 is no small feat:
Why it’s challenging:
- Rebirth features a massive open-world design versus Remake’s more confined Midgar setting
- The game pushes PS5 hardware with detailed environments and complex particle effects
- File size and asset streaming could be significant hurdles
Why it’s achievable:
- Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade already runs on Switch 2
- Square Enix has months of optimization time
- The Switch 2 has successfully handled other demanding open-world games
A summer 2026 release window gives Square Enix’s team plenty of runway to get the port polished and performing well.
What Multiplatform Means for FF7 Remake Part 3
If the leak is accurate, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 going multiplatform day one represents a significant strategy shift for Square Enix:
The old approach:
- FF7 Remake was PlayStation exclusive for one year (April 2020 – June 2021)
- FF7 Rebirth launched as a PS5 exclusive in February 2024
- Xbox and Switch ports came later
The new approach:
- Part 3 would launch simultaneously on PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and potentially Switch 2
- No waiting period for fans on other platforms
- Maximizes day-one sales and reduces spoiler concerns
This aligns with Square Enix’s broader shift toward multiplatform releases for major titles.
What Else Could Square Enix Show at the Partner Showcase?
The February 5 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase coincides with Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined launching on multiple platforms, including Switch 2. Other potential Square Enix announcements could include:
- Kingdom Hearts saga ports for Switch 2
- The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales updates
- Additional Final Fantasy titles coming to Nintendo’s platform
- Surprise announcements from Square’s deep catalog
Timeline: When to Expect These Announcements
Based on the leaks, here’s the potential roadmap:
February 5, 2026 – Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Switch 2 trailer and release date reveal
June 2026 – Summer Game Fest (projected)
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Switch 2 launch
- Potential Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 first reveal
TBD – FF7 Remake Part 3 Release
- No timeline leaked yet, but likely 2027 or later given development scope
The Bottom Line
While these are still rumors until officially confirmed, the source’s credibility and the director’s previous comments lend weight to the claims. Final Fantasy 7 fans should tune into the February 5 Partner Showcase to see if the FF7 Rebirth Switch 2 predictions come true.
If Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 truly goes multiplatform at launch, it would mark a new era for Square Enix’s flagship remake project—one where all fans get to experience the conclusion of Cloud’s journey simultaneously, regardless of platform.
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