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FF14's first Final Fantasy 7 crossover has just arrived, with one disappointment
Final Fantasy XIV has launched its first collaboration event with Final Fantasy VII Remake, featuring a typing minigame called Keybound Brawler. Players can earn themed rewards like outfits for Tifa and Barret, a mount, and music rolls. A major disappointment is that the character clothing sets are gender-locked, a feature the article criticizes.
FF14's Koji Fox believes Yoshi-P is "finally starting to crack" on butt sliders: "Keep it up"
Final Fantasy XIV's Localization Director Koji Fox believes Game Director Naoki Yoshida is nearing a decision on implementing posterior sliders, a long-standing community request. The discussion also touched upon upcoming character customization options and the new 'Evolved Mode' for jobs, which aims to streamline gameplay.
Wisdom of Nym: Looking ahead to the next few months of Final Fantasy XIV’s waiting game
This article speculates on the content and events players can expect in Final Fantasy XIV during the approximately 15-week period leading up to the potential January 26, 2027 release of the Evercold expansion. It anticipates minor in-game events like All Saints' Wake, Starlight, and Heavensturn, alongside a potential second part of the Moogle event and a benchmark release in November or December.
"One of the biggest mistakes game developers make," Valve's Gabe Newell warns in an unearthed clip, is treating "genuinely entertaining" player actions as hacking
Valve boss Gabe Newell warns that a significant mistake game developers make is misinterpreting entertaining player actions as hacking. He cites the "Lord British assassination" incident in Ultima Online as an example where developers should have embraced the emergent gameplay rather than rolling back the server.
World of Warcraft Forever is already scaring lapsed MMORPG players
Blizzard Entertainment has announced World of Warcraft Forever, a new take on the MMORPG designed to evoke nostalgia and focus on community. Executive Producer Holly Longdale pitched it as a laid-back experience with a level cap of 60, but the game's name and planned updates suggest it may still be a significant time commitment, sparking both excitement and apprehension among players.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss Naoki Hamaguchi is also "pushing" Kingdom Hearts 4 forward, and it sounds like he wants the JRPG to have a physical edition too
Naoki Hamaguchi, director for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, is also actively pushing Kingdom Hearts 4 forward and hopes for a physical edition. He stated that both titles are massive and crucial for Square Enix's projected comeback in 2027. Hamaguchi also expressed a desire for Kingdom Hearts 4 to receive a physical release, aligning with his appreciation for physical media and fan interaction.
New Final Fantasy 14 site update stabs the final pin into my conspiracy board, leaving me 99.9% sure I know what the new…
The author believes they have definitively uncovered that the new physical ranged job in Final Fantasy XIV will be a crossbow-wielding falconer, citing a new image on the patch 7.5 website as the final piece of evidence. This aligns with previous hints from sound design and trailer snippets, vindicating their long-held speculation.
FF14 7.56 just gave us a first taste of Evercold, with a new special site
Final Fantasy XIV patch 7.56, the final update before the Dawntrail expansion, will introduce a new special site featuring the character Visna. The patch also launches the Beastmaster limited job with a roguelite-inspired activity and adds new Gold Saucer content themed around Final Fantasy VII.
Wisdom of Nym: Analyzing the rumors of Final Fantasy XIV’s falcon-based DPS
This article analyzes rumors surrounding a potential falcon-based DPS job in Final Fantasy XIV's upcoming Dawntrail expansion. It examines the evidence, including a bird sound clip and trailer footage, while also referencing past community speculation that proved incorrect. The author suggests that while plausible, the current evidence for a falconer job is not strong and advises waiting for more concrete hints.
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.
Final Fantasy 9 Remake Development Was “Very Far Along” Before Stalling – Rumor
A report suggests that a remake of Final Fantasy 9 was significantly developed before its progress stalled, contrary to Square Enix executive Naoki Yoshida's recent statements. Yoshida's comments are interpreted as a strategy to manage fan expectations regarding remakes, with Square Enix reportedly prioritizing new mainline titles after the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy concludes. Previous rumors about the Final Fantasy 9 remake and a Final Fantasy Tactics remaster originated from a 2023 GeForce Now leak.
By defying MMO convention, FF14 has grown from total failure to a titan beyond its genre
Final Fantasy XIV has transformed from a critically panned launch into a highly successful MMORPG, driven by a complete rebuild under Naoki Yoshida and a focus on compelling storytelling and player-friendly design. The game is preparing for its next major overhaul with the upcoming 8.0 expansion, Evercold, which will introduce significant system changes and a new narrative arc, building on its 35 million registered accounts.
FF7 Remake director had to tell his team to 'be reasonable' because they got too excited about the FF14 crossover: 'That would be putting the cart before the horse'
Final Fantasy 7 Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi discussed the excitement surrounding a potential crossover with Final Fantasy 14, emphasizing the need for his team to remain realistic about development bandwidth. Both Hamaguchi and Final Fantasy 14 producer Naoki Yoshida had to temper their teams' enthusiasm to ensure that development on the MMO's patches was not impacted.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake boss wanted to make sure its crossover with Final Fantasy 14 didn't derail the MMO's…
Final Fantasy 7 Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi discussed the upcoming crossover with Final Fantasy 14, emphasizing the need to balance excitement with the MMO's release schedule. Hamaguchi and Final Fantasy 14 director Naoki 'Yoshi-P' Yoshida worked to ensure the collaboration did not impact the MMO's patch cadence, with original writer Kazushige Nojima also involved in the project.
Final Fantasy 14 is great and all, but Yoshi-P would "tackle completely new game designs and values" if he…
Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida stated that if he were to develop a new online live service title from scratch, he would aim for completely new game designs and values. He explained that for the upcoming expansion Evercold, he chose to steer the MMORPG towards "change" to create more enjoyment and evolve further. Yoshida also mentioned that making sudden changes can be harmful to operations, comparing it to sharp turns while driving fast.
Yoshi-P: "Remakes av Final Fantasy VI, VIII och IX hade krävt 4–5 spel styck"
Naoki Yoshida, also known as Yoshi-P, stated that remakes of Final Fantasy VI, VIII, and IX would be massive undertakings, potentially requiring four to five installments each, similar to the Final Fantasy VII Remake. He clarified that while he loves Final Fantasy VI, current speculation about a remake is unfounded due to the sheer scale of such a project.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss has been thinking about ways to make a mysterious boss suitable for the upcoming…
Final Fantasy 14 is set to receive a major crossover event with Final Fantasy 7, featuring a raid series with 12 boss fights spread across three tiers. Directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Naoki Yoshida collaborated to align release schedules and create a franchise-energizing event. Discussions are ongoing with Square Enix's creative teams, including Tetsuya Nomura and Kazushige Nojima, to ensure lore and design compatibility for the raid bosses, with a focus on making Final Fantasy 7 characters suitable for Final Fantasy 14's raid format.
Yoshi-P is looking into ways to make FF14's 5 expansions and hundreds of hours less daunting for new players
Final Fantasy 14 director and producer Naoki Yoshida is exploring ways to make the MMORPG's extensive story content less daunting for new players. He is considering implementing systems, potentially by the time of the Dawntrail expansion, to streamline the experience and accommodate requests for easier story progression.
Yoshi-P says he 'upgraded' his mindset when it comes to relaxing his views on keeping Final Fantasy 14's…
Final Fantasy 14 director and producer Naoki Yoshida has updated his stance on character customization, allowing players more freedom in how they present their characters. Previously resistant to changes like removing racial warpaint or allowing gear to be mismatched across jobs, Yoshida now sees these as aspects of roleplaying. This shift in mindset is reflected in upcoming features for the Evercold expansion, offering greater player choice.
Final Fantasy XIV’s Yoshida hints at bigger housing overhauls coming to the game during Evercold
Final Fantasy XIV producer and director Naoki Yoshida discussed upcoming housing system improvements during a fan festival. He indicated that major overhauls are planned, including a more accessible UI and a potentially highly-requested feature that could involve more accessible or instanced housing, with some updates expected during the Evercold patch cycles.
