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A Final Fantasy 9 remake was reportedly "very far along" before Square Enix put the JRPG revival on ice, but…
A rumored remake of Final Fantasy 9 is reportedly stalled in development despite being far along, according to journalist Alex Donaldson. While the project is currently not moving forward, there is a possibility of it being revived, similar to other Square Enix projects. The discussion also touched upon the potential for future mainline Final Fantasy titles and the roles of Naoki Yoshida and Naoki Hamaguchi.
Why two games media veterans think a "classic old-school style multi-format video games website" will flourish in 2026
Two veterans of the games media industry, Tom Orry and Alex Donaldson, have launched Respec, a new website aiming to revive the 'classic old-school style multi-format video games website' model. They believe a lean operation with a clear voice and reader support can succeed in 2026, contrasting with the current landscape dominated by larger outlets and influencers. Respec will focus on text-based coverage, supported by a podcast and YouTube channel, with a distinctively British tone and a business model combining advertising with reader revenue via Patreon.
Eurogamer and VG247 veterans launch new independent site
Veteran journalists from Eurogamer, VG247, and RPG Site have launched Respec, a new independent gaming media website. The site aims to provide fun, characterful gaming content without clickbait, drawing inspiration from the tone of older gaming magazines. The team emphasizes independence and experience in their mission to deliver honest criticism and features.
The Sunday Papers
This article discusses recent turmoil in games journalism, including job losses at Eurogamer and the use of generative AI by Videogamer to create fake writers. It also touches on broader societal issues, game design philosophies regarding exploration, and the importance of games criticism platforms like Critical Distance.
