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The JRPG Players Guide to Handheld Game Consoles, Part 1: The New Toys
This guide explores handheld gaming options for JRPG players, focusing on modern devices like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch, as well as budget-friendly retro handhelds from companies like Retroid and Anbernic. It discusses how to choose a device based on desired games, portability needs, and budget, highlighting specific JRPGs that perform well on different platforms.
Final Fantasy Resonance Bets on HD-2D and a Golden-Age Timeline That Never Ended
Square Enix is releasing Final Fantasy Resonance on October 22, featuring the franchise's first use of the HD-2D art style. The game reimagines an alternate timeline where pixel art continued to evolve through the late '90s and beyond, drawing inspiration from the mobile title Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. It will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.
Final Fantasy Resonance Has More Going For It Than Just Its Impressive Cast
Square Enix has revealed new details for Final Fantasy Resonance, an HD-2D reimagining of Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius, set to release on October 22 for PC and consoles. The game will feature turn-based RPG gameplay with Limit Break attacks and the ability to summon legendary Final Fantasy heroes as Visions. Players can explore regions like the Zoldaad Empire and the city of Mysidia, and face challenging bosses such as Gilgamesh and Ultima Weapon.
Wisdom of Nym: The cross(over) to bear in Final Fantasy XIV’s upcoming raids for Evercold
Square Enix has announced two crossover raid series for Final Fantasy XIV's upcoming Evercold patch sequence, sparking mixed reactions. The author discusses the history of crossovers in FFXIV, acknowledging both the potential for disappointment and excitement, while emphasizing the need to wait for the actual implementation before passing final judgment on their execution and narrative impact.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's combat "reached its perfected state" by embracing the series' "iconic" job system, says director
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi states the game's combat system has reached its perfected state by embracing the series' iconic job system, now integrated as the Function Integrated Tactical Suitwear (FITS). This system allows for deep customization, enabling players to assign different jobs to characters like Cloud, blending close-range combat with magic. The game also features a larger open world than its predecessor and player choices will influence story moments leading to the final battle.
GOG’s Square Enix Sale Includes 11 Classic Final Fantasy, Mana, And SaGa Games
GOG is hosting a Square Enix Publisher Sale featuring discounts of up to 70% on 11 classic games from the Final Fantasy, Mana, and SaGa series. The sale, which runs until June 6, includes titles like Final Fantasy VIII Remastered, The Legend of Mana, and SaGa Frontier Remastered, all offered DRM-free for PC.
Trials of Mana and Legend of Mana enter the GOG Preservation Program with a Square Enix sale
Trials of Mana and Legend of Mana are now available DRM-free on GOG as part of the Preservation Program. This coincides with a Square Enix JRPG sale on GOG, featuring discounts on titles like Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy IX, and Romancing SaGa 2, ending June 8th.
FFIII Onion Knight and FFXI Iroha Join Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy This Week
Square Enix announced that Onion Knight from Final Fantasy III and Iroha from Final Fantasy XI will be added to Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy on March 31, 2026. Both characters will be playable after a four-hour maintenance period, and new UR Ability Banners will also be available. Onion Knight is an Agile attacker with sword and spell abilities, voiced by Jun Fukuyama, while Iroha is a Melee DPS attacker using a polearm, voiced by Inori Minase.
Dissidia Duellum: 5 Breakout Characters in Final Fantasy's New Mobile Game
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, a new MOBA-style mobile game set in Tokyo, has launched from Square Enix. The article highlights five breakout characters from the initial roster, including Warrior of Light, Prompto, Krile, Lightning, and Rinoa, detailing their unique abilities and roles within the game. It also touches on the importance of ability customization and upcoming character additions.
The Sunday Papers
This article discusses various aspects of game aesthetics, including the "Backroom" aesthetic in 3D graphics, the emotional impact of character companionship in Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly, and the implications of AI-generated imagery in modern photography, particularly with tools like Google Pixel's Magic Editor. It also touches upon the contributions of women to game localization, referencing Final Fantasy IV and Earthbound, and offers a defense of the character Daniil Dankovsky in Pathologic 3.
Dissidia Duellum Gets Release Date FFX, FFXII, FFXII, and FFXVI Characters
Dissidia Duellum will launch on March 24, 2026, for Android and iOS mobile devices. The game will feature characters from every mainline Final Fantasy entry, including Final Fantasy II, III, X, XI, XII, and XVI, with notable additions like Balthier, Clive, and Rikku. The trailer confirmed the release date and showcased gameplay footage.
Dissidia Duellum Launches March 24, New Trailer Reveals Additional Characters
Square Enix has announced that Dissidia Duellum, a 3v3 team boss battle arena mobile game, will launch on March 24, 2026. A new trailer revealed additional characters including Onion Knight, Iroha, Firion, Balthier, Rikku, and Clive, alongside details on its combat system and modern Tokyo setting.
GOG's Classic Final Fantasy Sale Includes Fan Faves And Underrated Gems
GOG is hosting a sale on several classic Final Fantasy titles for PC, offering discounts of up to 60%. The sale includes fan favorites like Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy IX, as well as lesser-known gems such as Final Fantasy IV 3D Remake and Final Fantasy VIII Remastered. These DRM-free releases allow players to revisit beloved entries in the RPG series.
Xbox Game Pass just dropped one of its hottest waves yet
Microsoft has announced a strong lineup of games for Xbox Game Pass in March, featuring Cyberpunk 2077 (including Phantom Liberty expansion for Cloud and Console), EA Sports F1 25, and the highly anticipated indie sequel Hollow Knight: Silksong. The update also includes Final Fantasy III and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, showcasing a strategic focus on high-profile titles to drive subscriber engagement.
Game Pass additions for March include Cyberpunk 2077 and F1 25
Microsoft has announced the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March, headlined by Cyberpunk 2077 and F1 25. Hollow Knight: Silksong, Final Fantasy III, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II are also among the new additions, available across various tiers and platforms including Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Cyberpunk 2077 Headlines Xbox Game Pass March 2026 Lineup - IGN
Microsoft has announced that Cyberpunk 2077 will headline the Xbox Game Pass March 2026 lineup. The subscription service will also add Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf as a day one release and Hollow Knight: Silksong. Several other titles are also being added throughout March, with some games departing the service on March 15.
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Cyberpunk 2077, Planet of Lana II, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout March, including Cyberpunk 2077, Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf, and Hollow Knight: Silksong. New additions will be available on Cloud, Console, and PC, with some launching day one on the service. Several games are also scheduled to leave the Game Pass library on March 15.
Game Pass Loads Up With A Host Of New Must-Play Games
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles in March 2026, including Final Fantasy III, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Planet of Lana II. Final Fantasy III and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II will be available on March 3rd for PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, while Planet of Lana II launches on March 5th as a day-one addition. The service continues to offer a diverse range of genres for its subscribers.
Your Xbox Game Pass library is getting a serious upgrade with The Witcher 3, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and more
Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in February 2026, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and EA Sports College Football 26. Several other games are also being added, while a few titles will be removed from the service.
