Square Enix Launches FFVII Remake Intergrade Demo on Xbox, Switch 2

Square Enix has launched a free demo for Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, allowing players to experience the opening chapter of the acclaimed role-playing game on Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2 ahead of its full release on January 22, 2026.

The demo recreates the game's first chapter, set in the dystopian city of Midgar, where mercenary Cloud Strife joins the resistance group Avalanche in a mission to sabotage a Mako Reactor operated by the Shinra Electric Power Company. Players navigate the bombing operation, which builds to a boss battle against the robotic Scorpion Sentinel, providing a hands-on introduction to the game's action-oriented combat system. Square Enix stated that the demo highlights the core mechanics while immersing players in the larger conflict over the planet's fate.

Progress made in the demo will carry over to the full game upon purchase, enabling seamless continuation. Additionally, possessing save data from the demo unlocks in-game bonuses, including the Revival Earrings accessory and a Survival Set of items, regardless of whether players complete the section. The demo requires about 8GB of storage space on Switch 2 and is available now through...