Final Fantasy X/X-2 Remaster on PS4 Details: File Size, Screenshots, and Dynamic Theme

The PlayStation Store listing for Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster provided new details ahead of its release on PlayStation 4. The digital version of the game collection was scheduled for a May 12th launch, the same day as its physical retail release. Information on the store page included the required hard drive space, a preorder incentive, and a fresh look at the game through new screenshots.

PS4 File Size Requirements

The download size for the PS4 port was listed as 29.6 GB on the Sony Entertainment Store website. However, the product page when accessed directly from a PlayStation 4 console showed a slightly higher requirement of 31.8 GB. This discrepancy is not uncommon, as console-side listings can sometimes account for day-one patches or slightly different file structures.

This file size represented a notable increase from previous versions of the remaster. The PlayStation 3 collection required 22.9 GB of storage, while the PlayStation Vita version, which split the games between a physical card and a required download, used a combined 6.6 GB. The larger footprint on PS4 is attributed to higher-resolution textures and other graphical assets designed to take advantage of the more powerful hardware. For owners of the standard 500 GB PS4, this install would occupy a significant portion of the available space.

Visual Upgrades and Preorder Bonus

Alongside the technical specifications, the store listing was updated with new screenshots showcasing both in-game graphics and pre-rendered CG cutscenes from the PS4 version. The images highlighted the visual enhancements made for this release, which promised improved character models and environmental textures compared to the PS3 and Vita editions.

The PS4 version of Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster also included a new feature allowing players to switch between the rearranged soundtrack and the original PS2 score. This option provided more choice for long-time fans of the series.

For those who preordered the game digitally, a special dynamic theme was offered as a bonus. The theme was based on Blitzball, the iconic underwater sport from Final Fantasy X. It featured custom background visuals depicting the sport in action, music from the game, unique Moogle-themed system icons, and a scoreboard integrated into the design. This provided a way for players to customize their PS4 home screen in anticipation of the game’s launch.