# Final Fantasy 40th Anniversary: Crystal Edition Announced

> Square Enix releases Final Fantasy 40th Anniversary: The Crystal Edition vinyl and CD compilation for January 2027.
- Title: Final Fantasy 40th Anniversary: Crystal Edition Announced
- Summary: Square Enix releases Final Fantasy 40th Anniversary: The Crystal Edition vinyl and CD compilation for January 2027. Square Enix will release a Final Fantasy…
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- Author: Bruno Yonezawa
- Published: 2026-10-26T16:21:48+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: final fantasy, square enix, crystal edition, 40th anniversary, vinyl release, cd release, soundtrack compilation, entertainment, culture
## Final Fantasy 40th Anniversary Announcement
Square Enix officially announced Final Fantasy 40th Anniversary: The Crystal Edition for the franchise's 40th anniversary celebration.
## Release Date and Format
The compilation arrives on January 6, 2027, as a vinyl double record and a single CD with 16 tracks from core Final Fantasy games.
## Track List Details
The album includes tracks like One-Winged Angel from Final Fantasy VII and Zanarkand from Final Fantasy X.
## Pricing in Japan
The vinyl costs ¥8,800 yen (including tax) or about $55.85, while the CD is ¥3,960 yen (including tax) or $25.
## Availability
The products are available via CD Japan but not yet in North American or European online stores.
## Why Music Matters
Music adds emotional depth to Final Fantasy games, with composers like Nobuo Uematsu creating iconic soundtracks.
## Key takeaway

Square Enix will release a Final Fantasy soundtrack compilation on vinyl and CD in January 2027 to celebrate the franchise's 40th anniversary.