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Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster Review - Twisted Voxel
Square Enix has released Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC, with optimizations for the ROG Ally. This HD remaster features upgraded visuals, quality-of-life improvements, and new minigames for the beloved RPG.
Life is Strange: Reunion is comfortably the worst entry in the series | TRG
Travis Bruno of Capsule Computers reviews Life is Strange: Reunion, calling it the worst entry in the series. The game brings back Max and Chloe, but the article suggests it fails to capture the magic of the original, despite the return of Max as an adult in the previous installment, Life is Strange: Double Exposure.
Trials of Mana's Riesz to Apparently Appear in The Adventures of Elliot Millennium Tales as a Saved Data
Square Enix and Claytechworks announced that Riesz from Trials of Mana will make a cameo appearance in The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. Players with Trials of Mana save data will receive in-game funds from Riesz when spoken to. The game is set to release on June 18, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Square Enix April 2026 Wallpapers Feature Dragon Quest Spring Art and Terra Branford
Square Enix has released its April 2026 calendar wallpapers featuring art from the Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy franchises. The Dragon Quest wallpaper showcases monsters enjoying cherry blossoms, while the Final Fantasy wallpaper by Yasuhi Hasegawa depicts Terra Branford from Final Fantasy VI. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is available on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
NieR Series April Fools’ ‘Teaser’ Is NieR: Cosmic Horror
Square Enix announced NieR: Cosmic Horror on April 1, 2026, in Japan, accompanied by a teaser video and a "coming soon" notation. This announcement is likely an April Fools' joke, similar to a previous joke involving FFVII Ever Crisis. Recent real NieR news includes the completion of the NieR: Automata anime adaptation and hints of a sequel or new project.
NieR fans get a glimpse of hope with new game teaser
Square Enix has released a teaser for a new project in the NieR franchise, potentially titled NieR: Cosmic Horror, featuring the character Emil and a Xenomorph-like figure. The announcement was made on April 1st, leading to uncertainty about whether it is a genuine teaser or an April Fools' joke. This would be the first mainline NieR entry since NieR: Automata in 2017.
Square Enix Is Once Again Taunting Us With a Nier-Related Tease, This Time on April Fool's Day
Square Enix's official Nier social media account has teased a new project titled Nier: Cosmic Horror. Given past experiences with similar teases, fans are cautiously optimistic but aware that this may not indicate a new Nier game.
Square Enix announces "Nier: Cosmic Horror" on April 1, chaos ensues, Yoko Taro last seen wishing he had had…
Square Enix announced "Nier: Cosmic Horror" on April 1st, leading to fan speculation about whether it's a genuine project or an elaborate April Fools' Day prank. Series director Yoko Taro, known for his unconventional announcements, was reportedly seen FaceTiming with The Weeknd while the announcement was made.
Final Fantasy 14 lost me with Dawntrail, but The Elder Scrolls Online promises to mend my broken heart with a return to…
The author, a longtime Final Fantasy XIV player, expresses disillusionment with the Dawntrail expansion and finds renewed engagement with The Elder Scrolls Online. ZeniMax Online Studios' upcoming updates and seasonal model, including the Night Market event and new Solo Dungeons, are revitalizing the game and offering fresh content for all players.
TAG Community Safety Score: Final Fantasy XIV, Sea of Thieves, Apex Legends & Destiny 2
This analysis details the TAG Community Safety Scores for Final Fantasy XIV (71/100), Sea of Thieves (66/100), Apex Legends (62/100), and Destiny 2 (54/100). The scores evaluate games based on moderation infrastructure, response, communication controls, transparency, guidelines, appeals, parental controls, and proactive design. The article highlights how community culture can compensate for infrastructure gaps, the importance of platform integration, and the fixable issue of transparency reporting.
FFVII High School AU Returns in Ever Crisis for April Fools’ Day 2026
Square Enix is bringing back the Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis Academy Seven: Episode – Brawler alternative universe storyline event for April Fools' Day 2026. The event, which features school uniform costumes and new C Abilities for characters like Aerith and Tifa, will update on March 31, 2026. This AU storyline includes characters from Final Fantasy VII, Crisis Core, and The First Soldier.
Life is Strange: Reunion Review [Capsule Computers]
Capsule Computers reviews Life is Strange: Reunion, which aims to conclude the story of Max and Chloe. The article notes that while previous sequels struggled to recapture the magic of the original, this installment brings the beloved characters back together. It questions whether this reunion will be a success or a disappointment.
Everything you need to know for Final Fantasy 14's Moogle Treasure Trove event, including what to do with all of…
The Final Fantasy XIV Moogle Treasure Trove event, "Hunt for Aphorism," is back, offering players a chance to earn old rewards through various in-game activities until patch 7.5. Players can exchange Irregular Tomestones of Aphorism, obtained from completing challenges like raids, dungeons, and PvP modes, for items such as mounts, minions, and glamour pieces. The guide details how to participate, where to find the Itinerant Moogle, and provides recommendations for the best farming methods and reward priorities.
Life is Strange: Reunion Review [Capsule Computers]
This review discusses Life is Strange: Reunion, the latest entry aiming to conclude the story of Max and Chloe. It notes the series' past success with choice-based gameplay and time travel elements, and reflects on how previous sequels and the return of Max in Double Exposure handled the legacy.
Dissidia Duellum Dev Video Explains Iroha Adaptation From Final Fantasy XI
Square Enix released a behind-the-scenes video detailing the adaptation of Iroha from Final Fantasy XI into the mobile game Dissidia Duellum. Producer and director Yoji Fujito explained how Iroha's character was modified to fit the modern Tokyo setting, giving her a cheerful disposition and a love for onigiri. Dissidia Duellum is available on iOS and Android.
PONCLE KEYNOTE LEADS EXPANDED B2B PROGRAMME AT LONDON GAMES FESTIVAL
The London Games Festival has expanded its B2B program, featuring a keynote from Poncle, the studio behind Vampire Survivors. The event includes a two-day Games Finance Market with £247 million in potential investment, a Self-Publishing Toolkit live session, and the first Games For Change London Summit focused on social impact through games. A 'Games meets film' convergence event, Screen Play, will also explore collaborations between creative industries.
The long-rumoured Final Fantasy 9 remake is "on ice" according to the latest update from a renowned leaker
According to leaker Nate the Hate, the rumored Final Fantasy 9 remake is currently "on ice," indicating a pause rather than a cancellation. While Square Enix has not officially confirmed the project, the success of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy suggests a potential revival in the future, though the company has many projects in development.
Embracer Group has laid off 124 employees at Eidos Montreal
Eidos Montreal, developer of Deus Ex and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, has laid off 124 employees, with studio head David Anfossi also departing. This marks the latest in a series of redundancies at the studio under parent company Embracer Group, attributed to changing project needs and a cost reduction program.
Best Android Horror Games – Happy Halloween!
With Halloween approaching, this guide highlights the best horror games available on Android. The list includes a variety of titles such as Fran Bow, Limbo, Alien: Isolation, Five Nights at Freddy's Series, and The Walking Dead: Season One, offering diverse scares and gameplay mechanics for mobile players.
Square Enix Shares New Artwork of Young Xehanort for Kingdom Hearts 24th Anniversary
Square Enix shared new artwork of a young Xehanort to celebrate the 24th anniversary of the Kingdom Hearts series. The artwork was released as part of the ongoing anniversary festivities.