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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Story Expansion Pass Announced, Features Sephiroth and Vincent DLC
Square Enix announced a Story Expansion Pass for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, featuring DLCs for Sephiroth and Vincent Valentine. Director Naoki Hamaguchi clarified these will focus on "untold stories" rather than the main ending. The expansion pass is included with the Premium Edition, which also grants 24 hours of early access. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is set to release on April 8th, 2027, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Kingdom Hearts almost led to Disney making its own version of Super Smash Bros, former dev says
A former Disney Interactive concept artist revealed that Disney explored creating a Super Smash Bros.-style fighting game featuring its characters, inspired by the success of Kingdom Hearts. The project, tentatively titled 'Disney's Action Figure Face Off,' never progressed past prototypes due to internal hesitations about character crossovers, though similar concepts like Disney Infinity and Disney Speedstorm were later released.
Final Fantasy Maker Square Enix Denies Rumors That It's Going Private
Square Enix has officially denied recent rumors suggesting the company is considering going private. The statement addresses speculation circulating within the industry.
Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis preview - the new old Lara Croft
Crystal Dynamics is developing Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis, a remake of the original 1996 game, set to be published by Amazon Game Studios. The preview showcased expanded environments, new gameplay mechanics like crafting and a skill tree inspired by the reboot series, and modernized puzzles. While skepticism about another remake exists, the demo offered a promising blend of familiar elements and modern enhancements.
Square Enix denies going private after report sends stock surging
Square Enix has officially denied reports suggesting the company is considering going private, stating that no such consideration is currently being given. The denial follows a surge in the company's stock price, which was reportedly influenced by speculation from activist investor 3D Investment Partners and a report in the Japanese magazine Sentaku.
Perfect Ten: Revisiting the winners of our last 10 underrated MMORPG awards
This article revisits the winners of the last 10 years of "underrated MMORPG" awards, offering retrospective thoughts on each choice. While some picks like Project Gorgon and Final Fantasy XIV are celebrated, others like Elyon are noted for their short lifespan, and New World's inclusion is bittersweet due to Amazon's decision to sunset the game.
GamesRadar+ Fall Preview 2026: Your next favorite games make up our hefty Most Wanted list
GamesRadar+ has released its Fall Preview list for 2026, highlighting anticipated games across various genres. While Grand Theft Auto 6 is mentioned, the list focuses on other titles like Marvel's Wolverine, Control Resonant, Silent Hill: Townfall, Gears of War: E-Day, and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, among many others.
How to watch the PlayStation State of Play for September 2026 and what to expect including Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
Sony is hosting a PlayStation State of Play event on September 3, 2026, featuring a new look at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and a subsequent State of Play Japan showcase for Japanese and Asian titles. The article speculates on potential game announcements and touches on ongoing discussions about digital ownership and the end of physical game production.
Square Enix denies it's going private following Japanese reports to the contrary
Square Enix has officially denied reports from Japanese magazine Sentaku suggesting the company is exploring going private. The publisher stated that no such consideration is currently being given. Speculation was fueled by major shareholder 3D Investment Partners' previous criticism of management and recent company restructuring, including layoffs and studio sales.
Final Fantasy 14 details end of free subscription period on Nintendo Switch 2, more on fees
Square Enix has detailed the end of Final Fantasy XIV's free subscription period on Nintendo Switch 2, effective September 7, 2026. Following this, a 30-day free play period will be offered with the Starter or Complete Edition, after which a subscription fee, payable via FFXIV Coins, will be required. A discount is available for players with existing subscriptions on other platforms.
Square Enix Shares Jumped On Buyout Rumors, But The Company Says It’s Not Happening
Square Enix has denied reports from the magazine Sentaku that it was exploring going private, a rumor that had caused its stock to jump 7%. The company stated that no such consideration is currently being given. Despite the denial, the article notes Square Enix's stable revenue, diverse business including manga and arcades, and upcoming games make it a potentially lucrative prospect for acquisition.
Best Open-World RPGs Like The Witcher 3 in 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This guide recommends open-world RPGs for players who enjoyed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, highlighting games with similar elements like memorable characters, engaging side quests, and meaningful choices. Titles such as Cyberpunk 2077, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Ghost of Tsushima, and Elden Ring are discussed for their strengths in world-building, exploration, and atmosphere.
Evening Reading - September 1, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading from Shacknews covers various gaming news items, including Square Enix denying reports of going private, Bit Reactor furloughing Star Wars Zero Company developers, and a Street Fighter movie promo shoot controversy. It also highlights upcoming game releases and updates like Nopixel 5's beta, and mentions a review for Orbitals.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss is "very much aware" you hate Chadley for being a socially inept doofus, but he will soon have "a very integral part" in the story anyway
Final Fantasy 7 Remnant director Naoki Hamaguchi acknowledges fan dislike for the character Chadley but teases his integral role in the upcoming game's main story. Chadley, who was introduced in Final Fantasy 7 Remake as a researcher for Shinra, will have a significantly changed role in Remnant, potentially playing a strong part in the narrative.
We played Kingdom Hearts Collection Collection 1-3 on Nintendo Switch 2, here are our thoughts
Square Enix is releasing native ports of Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX and Kingdom Hearts 3 + ReMind for the Nintendo Switch, addressing previous cloud-only versions. Early impressions from Gamescom suggest the ports perform well, with improved visuals and responsive gameplay, offering a much-anticipated native experience for Nintendo fans.
Square Enix denies Sentaku report that it is going to take the company private
Square Enix has officially denied a report from Japanese magazine Sentaku claiming the company was planning to go private. The denial comes after the rumor caused Square Enix's stock to rise by 7 percent. The company stated that no consideration is currently being given to taking the company private, and it will remain publicly traded.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation includes more spin-off characters, Naoki Hamaguchi says, and devs "thought really hard" about including more compilation references for the trilogy's finale
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the game will continue the tradition of including references to the wider Final Fantasy 7 compilation. The development team put significant effort into integrating characters and elements from spin-off titles into the trilogy's finale, aiming to create a comprehensive new version of the FF7 universe.
Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies United leaked for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
A ratings classification in Brazil has revealed an unannounced title, Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies United, is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. This new title is likely distinct from the 2019 release of Romancing SaGa 3 and could be announced at upcoming industry events like Tokyo Game Show.
2 Back-to-Back PlayStation State of Play September Events Confirmed
Sony will host two back-to-back State of Play events in September, starting September 3, 2026. The first will feature updates from PlayStation Studios and third-party partners, including an extended look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation. The second, State of Play Japan, will showcase upcoming projects from Japanese and Asian studios.
PlayStation State of Play announced for September 3
PlayStation has announced a State of Play presentation for September 3, 2026, featuring a deep dive into Final Fantasy 7: Revelation and a separate State of Play Japan. Final Fantasy 7: Revelation is still targeting a spring 2027 release across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
