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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director says RPGs like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 "may have been inevitable" as new players favor real-time games over turn-based
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi believes the trend of blending turn-based combat with real-time elements is an inevitable evolution for RPGs, as younger players favor instant feedback. He notes that pure turn-based games are increasingly seen as legacy genres, though innovative titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Persona 5 demonstrate ways to keep the combat engaging through presentation and mechanics.
JRPGs struggle to break 3 million sales, Xenoblade lead once said, and after his hesitance to focus on cutting-edge tech, Xenoblade Chronicles X's wonky Switch 2 edition may have proven him right
Tetsuya Takahashi, director of Xenoblade Chronicles, and Katsuhiro Harada, former Tekken producer, previously discussed the sales limitations of JRPGs, with Takahashi noting a barrier around 2-3 million units. Harada suggested focusing on cutting-edge technology as a solution, a point Takahashi was hesitant about due to budget concerns. Recent releases like Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and Xenoblade Chronicles X's Switch 2 enhancements have not significantly broken this sales barrier, with the latter even receiving criticism for its visual performance.
The Enduring Appeal of Final Fantasy: Why One Franchise Defined an Entire Medium
The Final Fantasy franchise maintains its cultural relevance through a comprehensive ecosystem of games, merchandise, and media, extending its reach beyond mainline releases. Its ability to reinvent itself, exemplified by the turnaround of Final Fantasy XIV and iterative game design, allows it to survive and surprise audiences, ensuring its continued impact on the gaming medium.
Tekken players have spent years asking for FF7's Tifa only for rumours to suggest she's been poached by the…
Rumors suggest that Tifa Lockhart, a popular character from Final Fantasy 7, may be added to Street Fighter 6 instead of Tekken 8. Tekken players have long requested Tifa as a playable character, and the appearance of Final Fantasy 16's Clive Rosfield in Tekken 8 has fueled speculation. While unconfirmed, the possibility of Tifa joining Capcom's fighting game has caused a stir in the fighting game community.
Japanese gamers reveal the top 10 JRPGs that make them cry the most
A survey of 4,700 Japanese gamers revealed the top 10 JRPGs most likely to evoke tears, with Final Fantasy 10 topping the list. The ranking predominantly features games from the 2000s, including titles like Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7, Persona 3, and several other Final Fantasy entries, highlighting the series' enduring emotional impact.
BAFTA to honour Supercell CEO with Fellowship
Supercell CEO and co-founder Ilkka Paananen will receive a BAFTA Fellowship for his leadership and impact on the mobile gaming industry, particularly for titles like Clash of Clans and Brawl Stars. Paananen also contributes as an investor and mentor through his organizations, supporting social impact and education. The award ceremony will take place at the BAFTA Game Awards.
Interview: Getting Competitive With Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy
Square Enix Producer Naoya Matsumoto discusses Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy's shift to a 3v3 competitive mobile format, emphasizing its portrait mode design for casual, one-handed play and community features. He also touches on the possibility of a PC version and the character selection process, which prioritizes role diversity and highlighting lesser-known characters from the Final Fantasy series.
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.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Abilities Tier List – Best Character Abilities
This guide provides a tier list ranking of character-exclusive abilities in Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy. It breaks down each ability, categorizing them into S, A, B, C, and D tiers based on their effectiveness and rarity, featuring characters like Cloud Strife and Warrior of Light.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Tier List – Best Franchise Characters
This article presents a tier list for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, ranking characters based on their abilities and effectiveness. It details characters from various Final Fantasy titles, categorizing them into S, A, B, and C tiers, and provides brief descriptions of their roles and unique abilities.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Is Fine But It Has An Uphill Battle To Success | Console Creatures
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy is a mobile game that retains the core mechanics of the series but heavily relies on gacha elements, which may hinder its long-term success. While featuring characters from various Final Fantasy titles in modern settings and modern clothing, the gameplay loop of battling enemies and collecting resources through gacha pulls may not appeal to all players.
If you ask Yoshi-P, kids don't care about Final Fantasy anymore because they're taking too long to come out
Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy 14, acknowledges that younger generations may not be as engaged with the Final Fantasy series due to long release intervals between titles. He hopes Dissidia Duellum can help foster community and brand awareness, contrasting the series' pace with the more frequent releases of games like Genshin Impact. The article also notes the significant gaps between recent main Final Fantasy entries.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy's Launch Trailer Adds Firion, Rikku, Clive, And More | Console Creatures
Square Enix has released a new launch trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing numerous iconic characters and hinting at the game's story. The trailer features characters like Cloud, Warrior of Light, Zidane, and Lightning, alongside Firion, Rikku, and Clive. The article also touches on the game's gacha mechanics, which are a cause for concern despite the otherwise fun and tense 3v3 team boss battle gameplay.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Release Date Revealed for Next Week
Square Enix has announced that Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, a 3v3 arena fighter featuring iconic characters from the franchise, will launch on Android and iOS on March 24th. The game involves teams competing to defeat bosses by purifying crystals and collecting Bravery resources. No PC or console release has been announced.
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.
2026 Square Enix Publisher Sale Stars Ben Starr and Matt Mercer Recommending RPGs
Square Enix has launched its annual publisher sale, featuring discounts on numerous RPGs and other titles across digital storefronts like Steam and the Nintendo eShop. As part of the promotion, voice actors Ben Starr and Matt Mercer will be recommending games, with their video content rolling out on March 17, 2026. The sale runs until March 26, 2026.
‘Final Fantasy Brave Exvius’ Is Shutting Down on October 30th – TouchArcade
Square Enix has announced that the mobile game Final Fantasy Brave Exvius will cease service on October 30, 2024. In-app purchases will be discontinued immediately, but players can use existing items until the shutdown. The company cited difficulties in maintaining the app experience as the reason for closure.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Warrior of Light Trailer Debuts
Square Enix has released the final character trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing the original Warrior of Light. The trailer highlights his supportive role in battle, based on the NES Final Fantasy party members and Yoshitaka Amano's art. Toshihiko Seki reprises his role as the Warrior of Light, who will be available when the mobile game launches in March 2026 for Android and iOS.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Rinoa, Cloud, and Terra Trailers Shared
Square Enix has released new trailers for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing characters Rinoa Heartilly from Final Fantasy VIII, Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII, and Terra Branford from Final Fantasy VI. The trailers feature voice actor performances, in-game combat, and character designs. The game is set to launch in March 2026 for Android and iOS devices.
See Zidane Fight in Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy
Square Enix has released a new character trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing Zidane from Final Fantasy IX. The trailer highlights his in-game attacks and hints at his role in the story. The mobile game is expected to launch in March 2026 for Android and iOS devices.
