Square Enix to release Final Fantasy NFTs Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Square Enix to release Final Fantasy NFTs Part of Final Fantasy 7's 25th anniversary celebration. News by Ed Nightingale News reporter Published on 21 Jul 2022 99 comments Square Enix has partnered with NFT ecosystem Enjin to release Final Fantasy NFTs. A digital collection of cards celebrating the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy 7 will be released on the cross-chain network Efinity and available to those who purchase items from the physical collection, expected to launch in 2023. An action figure is available to pre-order now; the deluxe version of which will include a code to redeem an NFT version of the figurine. Watch on YouTube Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's first look trailer. Pre-orders for the physical trading cards will go live later this year. Enjin states it is a "destination for eco-conscious blockchain [users]", that it "provides environmentally-friendly solutions for building decentralised gaming products", and that it is "committed to carbon-neutral NFTs" (by 2030). It all seems a bit ironic when the ecological themes of Final Fantasy 7 involve a megacorporation sucking the life out of the planet - where's Avalanche when you need them? "This partnership marks a coming-of-age phase for digital assets and entertainment; Square Enix, an esteemed developer with iconic intellectual property, is paving the way for the industry," said Enjin exec Witek Radomski. "By using Efinity, fans can experience interactive NFTs without even realising they're on the blockchain. Enjin can establish the next phase of growth in blockchain entertainment, merging curiosity and creativity." A Digital Plus Edition of the figurine is now available to pre-order on the Square Enix store, priced at $159.99. This version includes "exchange tickets to redeem a digital certificate of authenticity and a digital version of the figure which can be enjoyed on PC or Smart Phone". Or you can enjoy the picture of the figurine below: The Cloud Strife action figure. The store page also includes a lengthy "Caution before Purchasing" section, almost as a warning from Square Enix that explains restrictions when redeeming the code. There's even an explicit warning: "In case the Enjin services becomes unavailable in the future, you may lose access to the NFT digital certificate of authenticity and digital version of the figure." The NFT collection follows an address from Square Enix president Yosuke Matsuda at the start of the year where he expressed hope that NFTs and blockchain technology would become a "major trend" in gaming. He reiterated his interest in the technology in April, although last month he claimed it was "too early" to make Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy blockchain games. Square Enix hosted a 25th anniversary livestream last month, announcing the release of Final Fantasy 7 Remake on Steam, a sneak peak at Rebirth aka Remake Part Two, and a remaster of PSP title Crisis Core. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 8 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store