Based on the Chocobo spin-off games in the Final Fantasy franchise, players can now dive into a new cart racing experience on the Nintendo Switch titled Chocobo GP. Players are now invited to accelerate through several “magical and chaotic” courses using characters from both the Chocobo franchise and the broader Final Fantasy RPG monolith, including Vivi and Steiner from Final Fantasy IX.
Promoted features of Chocobo GP include:
Multiple Game Modes
Play various modes, including “Story” and “Chocobo GP,” which feature exciting bracket-style tournaments that support up to 64 players.
Thrilling Courses
Race through various Chocobo and FINAL FANTASY-themed courses, including Cid’s Test Track, the streets of Alexandria and Zozo, and the Gold Saucer.
Roster of Fan-Favorite Characters
Players can choose from a wide selection of FINAL FANTASY and Chocobo characters across the series, including familiar faces from FINAL FANTASY VI, FINAL FANTASY IX and more.
For better or worse, the gameplay borrows the “season” component from other games, with each offering prizes based on season ranking. By participating in this mode, players can raise their season level and earn various rewards. Additionally, players can use 800 mythril to purchase an optional Prize Pass (grants access to an additional set of season rewards) or 2,400 mythril to purchase an optional Premium Prize Pass (instantly grants players 60 levels worth of season rewards). For a limited-time, players can purchase a discounted 1,600 mythril pack for $7.99 through the Nintendo eShop.
All players will be treated to a celebratory login bonus of 800 mythril (equivalent to a Prize Pass), allowing them to obtain FINAL FANTASY VII’s Cloud (available as a season level 60 Prize Pass reward), and earn Gil more quickly to exchange for FINAL FANTASY VIII’s Squall from the in-game Gil Shop.
For those not looking to spend any money just yet, or want to try before they buy, the deluxe demo version of Chocobo GP – Chocobo GP Lite – is now available to download.
