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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation masterfully blends nostalgia and new in an exciting and overwhelming package
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation promises an overwhelmingly enormous experience, masterfully blending nostalgia with new elements. Director Naoki Hamaguchi emphasizes the design ethos of making everything feel both familiar and fresh, with a vast amount of content comparable to or exceeding Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. The preview highlights seamless open-world exploration, character-focused narratives, and engaging combat.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss is "so sorry" for what happens to Aerith in Rebirth, but if you're still upset, "you may change your opinion" by the end of the remake trilogy
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi apologizes for Aerith's fate in the game, suggesting players may change their opinion by the end of the remake trilogy. The article discusses the controversial death of Aerith at the hands of Sephiroth and hints at potential future revelations.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's massive amount of content is "part of what makes the game so appealing," lead says, who promises "it's all good" stuff
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi states that the game will feature at least as much, if not more, content than Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. He acknowledges that "open-world fatigue" is a concern for players and emphasizes that Revelation will offer more player choice in how they engage with its vast amount of content, learning from feedback on Rebirth.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation May Have More Content Than Rebirth, per Director: “It’s All Good Content”
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the upcoming finale will contain at least as much, and possibly more, content than Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. He assured that all content will be appealing and contribute to the game's appeal, despite some players feeling overwhelmed by Rebirth's scope. The game is set to launch on April 8th, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, with two paid expansions planned for post-launch.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Says “Resolve” Was Never Considered As a Possible Title
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed that "Resolve" was never a contender for the game's title, despite being a core theme. The team ultimately chose "Revelation" after considering three final options, with the North American Square Enix team unanimously agreeing it was the best fit. The game is set to release on April 8th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Square Enix RPG Remake Returns on PlayStation 5 With New Visuals & Trailer
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies United, a full HD remake of the classic RPG. The game will launch worldwide on February 16, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The trailer showcases the game's lore, eight heroes, battle systems, and newly composed music by Kenji Ito.
Marvel’s Guardians of The Galaxy Gets Surprise Switch 2 Release, Could We get A Sequel?
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy has received a surprise release on the Nintendo Switch, five years after its initial launch. Despite solid reviews and fan feedback, the game did not sell enough copies for Square Enix's satisfaction, leading to speculation about the possibility of a sequel.
Beloved Dragon Quest Game PlayStation 5 Remaster Out Now on PS Store
The beloved Dragon Quest spin-off, Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko's Mystery Dungeon, has received an English HD remaster for PlayStation 5, available for $24.99. This roguelike adventure features a storybook aesthetic and challenging gameplay where decisions matter, with players losing all progress upon defeat. The remaster is also available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PC.
After 43 years, Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii is making a surprise sequel to his NES murder mystery game
A sequel to Yuji Horii's 1983 murder mystery game, The Portopia Serial Murder Case, has been announced with Horii supervising as executive director. The text-based detective game, set in 1980s Kobe, will feature new characters and a new string of murders. It is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch and PC, though English language support is not yet confirmed.
After 33 years, Japan's most beloved Dragon Quest spin-off and the progenitor of the entire roguelike Mystery Dungeon series is out in English for the first time
Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko's Mystery Dungeon Classic HD, a Super Famicom roguelike untranslated for 33 years, has received a surprise English release. The game, which pioneered the Mystery Dungeon series, is now available for $25 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This HD version features updated visuals and a unique streamer-focused DLC for the Steam release.
Kirby and Metroid Ravenous lead Nintendo Direct but Duskbloods remains MIA
Nintendo's latest Direct showcased new titles for the Nintendo Switch 2, including the open-world Kirby And The World Beyond and the 2D Metroid sequel Metroid Ravenous. Notably absent was any news on The Duskbloods, a FromSoftware exclusive for the platform, leading to speculation about its development status. The presentation also featured updates on Pikmin 4, Mario Kart World, and numerous other third-party and first-party titles.
Every Nintendo Direct Game That You Can Play Right Now
During a recent Nintendo Direct presentation, several games were announced and made available for immediate download. These surprise launches include ports of existing titles, additions to Nintendo Switch Online, and demos for upcoming games on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Square Enix announces Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon Classic HD for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, out today
Square Enix announced Torneko's Mystery Dungeon Classic HD for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 during a Nintendo Direct presentation. The game is available for digital download on both platforms starting today.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World getting demo today
Square Enix is releasing a demo for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World today for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch owners. This allows players to try the game before its full release.
Romancing SaGa 3 Is The Latest Surprise RPG Remake
Square Enix has announced a full 3D remake of the 1995 RPG classic, Romancing SaGa 3, titled Destinies United. The remake will feature upgraded graphics, fully voiced cutscenes, and overhauled mechanics, launching on February 16, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Leak Reveals One Of Its Most Unexpected Worlds
A significant Steam leak has potentially revealed several worlds for the upcoming game Kingdom Hearts 4, including major IPs like Star Wars and Zootopia, alongside previously confirmed Coco. While the leak suggests a broad range of Disney and original worlds, the inclusion of Star Wars is particularly noteworthy. The game is reportedly slated for a 2027 release.
Major Steam Leak Reveals Achievements For Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, And Unannounced Games
A significant leak from Steam has exposed hundreds of achievements for upcoming games, including Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, and Fable. The website Exophase, which tracks game achievements, appears to have scraped these private lists via Steam's API, potentially revealing spoilers and unannounced titles. Valve is suspected to be responsible for the oversight that allowed these achievement lists to become public.
Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4 spoilers may have emerged online amid massive achievements leak for unreleased games
A massive leak has exposed achievement lists for numerous unreleased and unannounced games, including Persona 6 and Kingdom Hearts 4. The leak, potentially originating from Valve's Steam API, has led to widespread spoilers online. While some lists are confirmed to be inaccurate, many appear legitimate, impacting games from major franchises and smaller indie titles.
Possible Steam leak reveals achievements for loads of upcoming games, including some unannounced ones
A potential leak on Steam has exposed achievements for numerous upcoming games, including unannounced titles like Persona 6 and an unannounced Tetris game, as well as Kingdom Hearts 4 and Fable. The owner of achievement-tracking site Exophase claims Valve's API made private achievements accessible, leading to the data scan. While the information should be treated with caution, it may contain spoilers for some anticipated releases.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Star Wars world confirmed by Steam achievement mega leak
A massive leak of Steam achievements has revealed details about over 70 upcoming games, including the worlds planned for Kingdom Hearts 4. The leak confirms a Star Wars-themed world, likely Tatooine, and several other Disney properties such as Toy Story, Zootopia, and Coco. Square Enix is reportedly furious about the accidental leak, which also includes unannounced games.
