Final Fantasy X Timeline ( Real )

release
July 19, 2001

Release of Final Fantasy X in Japan

Final Fantasy X was released for the PlayStation 2 in Japan, marking the first installment of the series on this console and the first to feature fully 3D backgrounds and voice acting.

release
December 17, 2001

Release of Final Fantasy X in North America

The North American release of Final Fantasy X brought the game to a wider audience and was met with critical acclaim.

release
May 24, 2002

Release of Final Fantasy X in Europe

European gamers received their version of Final Fantasy X, completing the initial global rollout and increasing the franchise's popularity worldwide.

release
March 13, 2003

Release of Final Fantasy X-2

The sequel to Final Fantasy X was released, continuing the story and introducing a new gameplay style that focused on a more upbeat and action-oriented approach.

announcement
August 16, 2013

Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Announced

Square Enix announced the HD remastered versions of Final Fantasy X and X-2 for modern gaming platforms, revitalizing interest in the classic titles.

release
December 10, 2013

Release of Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster

The HD remastered versions of Final Fantasy X and X-2 were released on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita, featuring updated graphics and additional content.

release
May 2016

Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Released on PC and Other Platforms

The remastered versions expanded their availability to platforms including PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, facilitating a new generation of players.

Final Fantasy X Timeline ( Fictional )

religious_event
circa 1000 years before the events of Final Fantasy X

Yevon's Founding

The foundation of the Yevon religion and its teachings that shape Spira's culture for centuries.

creation_event
several centuries before Final Fantasy X

Sin's Emergence

Sin first appears as a massive destructive creature threatening Spira, beginning the cycle of destruction and pilgrimage.

cultural_event
centuries before Final Fantasy X

Pilgrimages Begin

The tradition of sending summoners on pilgrimages to defeat Sin and bring temporary peace begins.

personal_event
Year 0, Spira Calendar

Birth of Tidus

Tidus, the star blitzball player from Zanarkand, is born.

disaster_event
Year 1000, Spira Calendar

Destruction of Zanarkand

Sin attacks and devastates the city of Zanarkand; Tidus is taken to Spira.

personal_event
Year 1000, Spira Calendar, early pilgrimage

Tidus Meets Yuna

Tidus joins Yuna's pilgrimage as her guardian after meeting her in Besaid Island.

religious_event
Year 1000, Spira Calendar

Yuna's Pilgrimage

Yuna, the summoner, begins her pilgrimage to obtain the Final Aeon and defeat Sin.

plot_revelation
Mid pilgrimage, Year 1000, Spira Calendar

Latent Sin Awakens Within Yuna

It is discovered that if Yuna uses the Final Aeon, it will spawn a new Sin cycle.

climactic_event
Year 1000, Spira Calendar

Final Aeon Summoning and Sin's Defeat

Yuna's pilgrimage culminates with summoning the Final Aeon to defeat Sin temporarily.

plot_development
After Final Aeon defeat, Year 1000, Spira Calendar

Rejection of the Cycle

Tidus and Yuna decide to break the repeating cycle of Sin's destruction instead of continuing it.

climactic_event
Year 1000, Spira Calendar

Defeat of Yu Yevon

The group discovers and destroys Yu Yevon, the true source of Sin's power, ending the cycle.

resolution_event
Year 1001, Spira Calendar

Sin's Final Defeat and Spira's Future

Sin vanishes permanently, and Spira looks forward to a new era without fear of Sin.