The Final Fantasy VIII Remastered release date has been announced and Square Enix has released a brand-new trailer alongside a set of new screenshots.

　　Featuring new graphical enhancements and gameplay customization options, the Remaster will be arriving on Steam, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and the Nintendo Switch on September 3.  The title can now be pre-ordered and to celebrate the announcement of its release date, Square Enix has released a new trailer:

　　In a world where an ancient energy known as the Sorceress Power is passed down through generations, the peace of the realm is threatened when the evil Sorceress Edea takes power as ruler of the Galbadia Republic. Squall, a member of Balamb Garden Military Academy's elite mercenary force SeeD, other allies from the Garden, and Rinoa, a member of the resistance, join together on a journey to fight against Sorceress Edea, who shows hostility toward the Garden.

　　New screenshots for the Remaster were also released, which we’ve included below as well.

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　　Final Fantasy VIII Remastered was officially announced at this year’s E3 event.