Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
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Assassin’s Creed Shadows Receives Upgraded PSSR Support on April 7th
Assassin's Creed Shadows will receive an Upgraded PSSR graphics technology update on April 7th for PlayStation 5 Pro players. This update aims to improve image quality, stability, and visual artifacts across performance, balanced, and quality modes. Technical artists Robert Foriel and Nicholas Lopez highlighted the seamless implementation and significant visual boost provided by the technology.
The PS5 Pro Is Still Worth It--For Now
Sony is implementing significant price increases for its PlayStation 5 consoles, with the PS5 Pro facing a $150 hike to $900, effective April 2. The company cites global economic pressures and increased component costs, such as for SSDs and RAM, as reasons for the rise. The article discusses whether the PS5 Pro remains a worthwhile investment in 2026, considering its performance capabilities, the need for supporting high-end TVs, and the potential for cross-gen support to extend the console's relevance.
Final Fantasy 9 Remake is “Still on Ice,” Says Insider
According to insider NateTheHate, the rumored Final Fantasy 9 Remake is "still on ice" at Square Enix, with no new movement on the project. While not officially cancelled, the game's future remains uncertain, despite significant fan interest and previous rumors from Jason Schreier and Jeff Grubb. The original Final Fantasy 9 was released in 2000 for the PlayStation One.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 626
This weekend discussion features Jamie O'Neill planning to play Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on his PlayStation 5 but needing to research M.2 SSD expansion due to storage limitations. Editor Sammy Barker is juggling multiple reviews and aims to focus his efforts. The article also briefly mentions recent PlayStation 5 price hikes.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Soundtrack Plus Adds New Previews for 133 Track Album
Square Enix has announced details for the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Original Soundtrack Plus, a 133-track album releasing on April 1, 2026. The soundtrack will include songs not featured in the original album and is available for pre-order at $54.99. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is currently available on PlayStation 5 and PC, with a future release planned for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC.
2026 video game release date calendar
This article provides a comprehensive calendar of video game releases scheduled for 2026, including specific dates for titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 in November and early year releases such as Resident Evil Requiem. It details monthly releases across various platforms and lists notable titles with TBD release dates, promising to be updated as new information becomes available.
Square Enix bäst på Metacritic under 2025
Square Enix has been named the top game publisher by Metacritic for 2025, marking the first time the company has achieved this ranking. The analysis considers average game scores, the proportion of critically acclaimed titles, and the number of games receiving scores of 90 or higher. Several Swedish publishers, including Thunderful and Raw Fury, also placed in the top 10.
Metacritic Names Top Game Publishers of 2025 With Square Enix Leading
Metacritic has released its annual ranking of top game publishers for 2025, based on the critical reception of their released titles. Square Enix secured the number one spot, driven by strong performances from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and other titles. Capcom and Gamirror Games followed in second and third place, respectively, with Microsoft rounding out the top five.
Despite PS5 Hits, Sony Sinks to 21st in Metacritic's Publisher Rankings
Sony's average Metascore dropped significantly, placing them 21st in Metacritic's publisher rankings for 2025, a steep decline from fourth place in 2024. While games like Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yotei received high praise, the inclusion of Destiny 2 expansions and the underperforming Lost Soul Aside negatively impacted Sony's overall score. Square Enix took the top spot with an average Metascore of 84.
For the first time ever, Square Enix is crowned top publisher on Metacritic thanks to its 2025 run of remakes like Final…
Square Enix has been named the top publisher of 2025 by Metacritic, marking the first time the company has achieved this ranking. The publisher's strong performance was driven by a lineup of remakes and ports, including Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Final Fantasy 16, which contributed to an average Metascore of 84.
Nintendo Misses Out On Top 10 In Metacritic's 16th Annual Game Publisher Rankings
Metacritic's 16th annual Game Publisher Rankings for 2025 show Square Enix taking the top spot, with Nintendo improving to 12th place. Despite releasing more games and having titles score 90 or above, Nintendo's average score was impacted by lower-rated Switch 2 exclusives.
Square Enix is the best video game publisher of 2025 according to Metacritic
Metacritic has ranked Square Enix as the best video game publisher of 2025, based on critic scores for its nine released titles. Despite a lineup consisting primarily of ports and remakes, Square Enix achieved the top spot with consistent 'good' reviews across its releases. Other notable publishers on the list include Gamirror Games, Capcom, Microsoft, and Nintendo.
Metacritic's 2025 Rankings Show A Major Shift In Top Publishers
Metacritic's 2025 publisher rankings reveal significant shifts, with Square Enix topping the list followed by Gamirror Games and Capcom. Nintendo saw a notable rise, while Sony dropped from fourth to 21st place. The rankings are based on critical reviews, excluding sales and user scores, and consider factors like average Metascore and the percentage of good and bad reviews.
PS5 console architect Mark Cerny confirms FSR Frame Generation is coming to PlayStation 'at some point' but not in 2026 — 'All I can say is that we have no more releases planned for this year'
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro console architect Mark Cerny confirmed that AMD's FSR Frame Generation technology will eventually come to PlayStation platforms. He stated that the co-developed technology is progressing well and that Sony has no further major releases planned for the current year. Cerny also mentioned that Sony's updated PSSR upscaling technology is faster and offers improved image quality for supported games.
If You're Playing Final Fantasy Games on PS5, There's a Good Chance You're Old
Data suggests that the Final Fantasy franchise, particularly titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, has an aging player base, with a significant majority of players over 30. Director Naoki Yoshida believes long gaps between releases have hindered attracting younger players. The article questions Square Enix's strategy and suggests a radical reinvention, similar to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, might be needed to revitalize the series for modern audiences.
PS5 Pro architect Mark Cerny says Sony's updated PSSR tech is 'something like 100 microseconds faster than the…
PlayStation console architect Mark Cerny revealed that Sony's updated PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) AI upscaling technology is approximately 100 microseconds faster than the original. This improvement allows for an 'Enhance PSSR Image Quality' option to force-upgrade supported games, leading to better image stability and clarity. The update has begun rolling out for various PS5 Pro enhanced titles.
Final Fantasy’s Age Problem: Most Rebirth Players Over 30, Data Shows
New data indicates that 77% of US players for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are over 30, raising concerns for Square Enix about the JRPG series' appeal to younger audiences. The article explores potential reasons for this demographic trend, including storytelling conventions, accessibility, and the generational gap in gaming preferences, while questioning how the franchise can remain relevant to new players.
New study confirms what most gamers already knew: ‘Post-game depression’ is a real thing
A new study from SWPS University in Poland confirms the existence of 'post-game depression' (P-GD), a feeling of emptiness after completing immersive games. Psychologist Kamil Janowicz described P-GD as a type of grief, noting that role-playing games, where players form strong bonds with characters, are most likely to induce this feeling. The study suggests that game developers should consider the psychological impact of gameplay on player well-being.
77% of US Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth players were 30 or older, analyst says, as Square Enix fights to get young people to…
An analysis of player demographics for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth in the US reveals that 77% of players are aged 30 or older, with 62% being 35 or older, according to Circana's Mat Piscatella. This trend, noted by Final Fantasy 14 director Naoki Yoshida, suggests the Final Fantasy series may be struggling to attract younger players due to long gaps between releases and evolving player preferences.
Frame Generation is Coming to “PlayStation Platforms” at “Some Point”, Says PS5 Lead Architect
PlayStation 5 lead system architect Mark Cerny revealed that Frame Generation technology, co-developed with AMD, will eventually come to PlayStation platforms, though not this year. This technology is an evolution of FSR Redstone upscaling and is based on co-engineered algorithms. Cerny also discussed advancements in Neural Arrays and Radiance Cores for improved rendering and ray tracing.
