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Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis is shutting down after 3 years, as Square Enix twists the knife for fans of a lost 2004 spin-off that's only just making a comeback in the RPG
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease operations on October 6, 2026, citing difficulties in maintaining the service. The gacha game, which retells the entire Final Fantasy 7 compilation, launched on mobile and Steam in September and December 2023, respectively. In an ironic twist, a remake of the 2004 mobile game Final Fantasy 7: Before Crisis, which never released outside Japan, has just launched within Ever Crisis.
One Final Fantasy Game Is Shutting Down, But You’ve Still Got Time To Play
Square Enix has announced that the free-to-play mobile and PC title Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis will shut down on October 6th. The game, which recreates events from Final Fantasy VII and its spin-offs while adding new story elements, has ceased real-money transactions. Producer Shoichi Ishikawa cited difficulties in balancing development costs with player demand for gear and maintaining visual quality.
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis Shutting Down Oct 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Square Enix will shut down the free-to-play RPG Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis on October 7, 2026. Players can no longer purchase premium currency, and the game will remain playable until the shutdown date. Refunds for unused premium currency are being offered to players in Taiwan, but not the Philippines. The game launched on iOS and Android in September 2023 and on PC via Steam in December 2023, but failed to maintain a significant player base despite featuring the story of a young Sephiroth.
Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis End-of-Service Announced for October 6th
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease service on October 6th, with in-game purchases already disabled. Planned events will continue until the shutdown. The company will delete player data post-service, and refunds for unused currency will be available for players in Taiwan. Originally launched in September 2023 for mobile and December 2023 for PC, the game aimed to retell iconic moments from the Final Fantasy 7 saga.
13 years after raising $1 million on Kickstarter, dev of infamous JRPG breaks silence to say work will continue through…
After 13 years and $1 million raised on Kickstarter, the developer of the JRPG Project Phoenix has broken their silence to explain the prolonged development. Game director Hiroaki Yura apologized for the lack of updates, citing personal issues and the departure of a key programmer as reasons for the delays. He stated that the project is still alive and being funded by other studios he has built, with a new Discord server planned for more frequent communication.
Review: The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales (Nintendo Switch 2)
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is an action RPG for the Nintendo Switch that offers engaging gameplay and a compelling time-travel narrative, despite some narrative inconsistencies and a less developed fairy companion. The game features HD-2D visuals, a vast array of weapons, and co-op gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience, especially for fans of top-down Zelda-style adventures.
After split with Xbox, Hitman developer IO will "continue to develop" Project Fantasy independently, but they're closing their Istanbul Studio
IO Interactive has regained full ownership of its fantasy project, Project Fantasy, after a split with Xbox. The developer will now fund and develop the game independently, but has closed its Istanbul studio as part of a restructuring to focus on its core titles. This move allows IO Interactive to maintain its status as an independent AAA developer and publisher.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation "payoff" will leave you "sobbing," Cloud actor guarantees, even "if you haven't cried in the first two yet"
Cody Christian, the voice actor for Cloud Strife in the Final Fantasy 7 remake series, guarantees that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be the most emotional installment yet, promising that players will be "sobbing" by the end. He describes the game as a significant "payoff" to nearly a decade of storytelling and a seven-year development journey.
UK charts: The Adventures of Elliot arrives at No.6
Square Enix's new HD-2D adventure, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, debuted at number six on the UK's physical game sales charts. The best-selling game overall was 007 First Light.
Epic-läcka pekar mot flera handlings-DLC till Final Fantasy VII Revelation
A leak from the Epic Games Store suggests that Square Enix is planning a 'Story Expansion Pass' for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, indicating multiple story-focused DLCs. The game is slated for release in Spring 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest rising
This week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Final Fantasy May Get Traditional Games if the Idea “Truly Resonates” With Fans, Says Square Enix
Square Enix is considering traditional remakes of older Final Fantasy titles if they resonate with fans, following the HD-2D remake of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. The company aims to balance market trends with player expectations, assessing which games would benefit from modern mechanics or complete remakes. This approach contrasts with the high-budget, open-world style of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation’s Payoff Will Make Players Cry, Says Cloud Strife’s Voice Actor
Cody Christian, the voice actor for Cloud Strife, stated that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will deliver an emotional payoff that will leave players sobbing. Director Naoki Hamaguchi echoed these sentiments, mentioning a specific scene related to Cloud's identity that consistently brings him to tears. The game, developed by Square Enix, is set to conclude the trilogy and is slated for release in Spring 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
What was the first videogame song that you ever heard?
This article explores the personal impact of videogame music, starting with the author's first memorable experience with Killer Instinct Gold on the Nintendo 64. It discusses how various game soundtracks have shaped musical tastes and invites readers to share their own formative VGM memories.
Final Fantasy 15, and others, could come to Nintendo Switch 2 – "it's not entirely impossible"
Square Enix has indicated that a Nintendo Switch 2 port of Final Fantasy 15 is "not entirely impossible," despite acknowledging "certain hardware constraints." The company is considering player feedback regarding the feasibility of bringing past Final Fantasy titles to the new console, alongside discussions about updating graphics and combat systems for contemporary audiences.
Dragon Quest 11 S details Nintendo Switch 2 frame rate and resolution
Square Enix has detailed the frame rate and resolution options for Dragon Quest 11 S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2. Players can choose between a Performance Priority Mode with 60 FPS and 1080p resolution, or an Image Quality Priority Mode with 30 FPS and 1440p resolution. The article also confirms that save data cannot be transferred from the original Nintendo Switch version, and the new edition will cost $40.
PlayStation goes all-digital, lessons learned for Square Enix, and what happens when fantasy projects collide with the…
Sony PlayStation will discontinue physical game disc production for new games starting January 2028, coinciding with the closure of the PlayStation Store on PS3 and Vita. Meanwhile, Cyberpunk 2077 has surpassed 40 million players, and CD Projekt Red is consolidating its brand. IO Interactive's fantasy RPG Project Fantasy faces uncertainty as Xbox funding has been pulled.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is "sort of the successor" to Final Fantasy creator's overlooked JRPG Lost Odyssey, lead says: "Truly one of the most powerful, emotional experiences of my life"
Guillaume Broche, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has praised Hironobu Sakaguchi's JRPG Lost Odyssey, calling it a successor to his own work and one of the most powerful emotional experiences he's had as a gamer. Broche highlighted Lost Odyssey's linear structure, random battles, and ambitious story, noting its rarity as a turn-based game with realistic graphics. He also mentioned that Lost Odyssey is available digitally on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
Final Fantasy 15 Switch 2 port is "not entirely impossible" despite the technical hurdles, Square Enix says
Square Enix has stated that a Nintendo Switch port of Final Fantasy 15 is "not entirely impossible" despite significant technical hurdles. While acknowledging hardware limitations, the company will pass player feedback regarding a potential port to the development team. This discussion follows the successful release of other Final Fantasy titles on the platform.
Square Enix just kicked off its biggest Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale ever with massive discounts for Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, more
Square Enix has launched its largest-ever sale on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch, featuring significant discounts on numerous titles. Games like Final Fantasy Tactics, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake, and Octopath Traveler are available at new low prices. The sale includes titles for both current Nintendo Switch models and the upcoming Switch 2, with discounts lasting until July 17, 2026.
