Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters finally hit consoles this month

Remastered games will bring several new features, too

It’s finally happening. The Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters are finally, FINALLY coming to console with an actual release date! The collection, which has been available on Steam for almost a couple of years now, is now set to hit Switch and PS4 starting on April 19th. Final Fantasy I & II will retail on the digital stores for $11.99 each, while the other 4 games will retail for $17.99 each (or $74.99 for the full set).

What makes this launch even better is that it comes along with the news that there will be some great improvements added to these versions. Now, players can select soundtracks between old and new, select fonts, turn off encounters, and even ratchet up the experience gaining to make for a speedier playthrough. Here’s the word from Square Enix:

• Change Soundtracks – The Pixel Remaster series features utterly superb new orchestral arrangements of Final Fantasy I through VI‘s soundtracks. However, we know some of you may want to recreate the original experience of playing these games, so you’ll be able to switch between the original and rearranged soundtracks.
• Change Fonts – The console release of Final Fantasy I through VI gives you the option to switch between two different fonts: the default font and a new pixel-based font that recreates the feel of the original games.
• Turn Off Random Encounters – Sometimes you just want to explore in peace, so a feature in the Pixel Remaster games lets you turn off random encounters completely. This means you can roam the world without being harassed by monsters. That also means you won’t get stronger, so be careful how you use it…
• Adjust Experience – Speaking of getting stronger, want to speed things up a little? Boost features let you adjust the experience gained by up to four times. Perfect if you want an easier run through the games.

Anyhoo, the babies are finally coming home. We did it. Let’s celebrate, and let’s reiterate just how special it will be to play Final Fantasy VI again for the first time.