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Final Fantasy Resonance is part of a "resurgence of turn-based RPGs and JRPGs," lead dev says, who wants to…
Final Fantasy Resonance director Hiroto Furuya believes the game is part of a resurgence in turn-based RPGs and JRPGs, aiming to capture the appeal of classic titles while delivering a fresh experience. The game features a turn-based battle system with a stagger mechanic and utilizes an HD-2D art style with spectacular cutscenes.
Final Fantasy Resonance devs comment on why turn-based RPGs are resurging
Final Fantasy Resonance, a reimagining of Brave Exvius with HD-2D visuals and turn-based combat, is set to release on October 22 for Nintendo Switch. Producers Keisuke Nakashima and Hiroto Furuya discussed the resurgence of turn-based RPGs, attributing it to creators revisiting their roots and the genre's suitability for handheld gaming.
Final Fantasy Resonance lead says games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are leading a turn-based resurgence because "creators who grew up playing JRPGs" are now making them themselves
Final Fantasy Resonance director Hiroto Furuya believes the resurgence of turn-based RPGs is driven by creators who grew up playing JRPGs and are now making games themselves. He points to titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Baldur's Gate 3 as examples of this trend, suggesting a broader movement to revisit and rework nostalgic gaming experiences.
Final Fantasy Resonance devs know "random encounters can feel like a hassle at times," but they're in the upcoming JRPG because "they also allow you to make memories"
Developers for Final Fantasy Resonance, a reimagining of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, are including random encounters despite acknowledging they can be a hassle. Producer Keisuke Nakashima believes these encounters foster memorable moments and a sense of accomplishment, while director Hiroto Furuya states the design aims to recapture a classic Final Fantasy experience with strategic resource management.
