The development team behind Final Fantasy 16 has sparked excitement among fans by suggesting a potential release for Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 console. Producer Naoki Yoshida and creative director Kazutoyo Maehiro discussed the possibility during a recent broadcast, indicating that the team is open to exploring this new platform.

Currently available on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S, Final Fantasy 16 has already demonstrated its cross-platform appeal. Yoshida humorously noted that with these versions already released, "All that's left is Nintendo," hinting at the Switch 2 as the next logical step for the acclaimed RPG.

The conversation occurred during Final Fantasy 14's Letter From the Producer LIVE Part 87, where Maehiro expressed enthusiasm about tackling the technical challenges of developing for Nintendo's new hardware. "I want to conquer it," Maehiro stated, suggesting the team's interest in optimizing their game for the Switch 2's capabilities.

While the original Switch hosted several Final Fantasy titles through backward compatibility, including the Pixel Remaster collection and Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age, a Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy 16 would represent a significant technical achievement given the game's demanding graphics and performance requirements.

The potential port gains credibility from the success of other graphically intensive games on the Switch 2, particularly Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, which has become one of the console's top-selling third-party titles. This demonstrates that with proper optimization, even the most visually complex games can find success on Nintendo's platform.