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MMO Week in Review: EverQuest rising
This week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Square Enix’s newly opened LA theme cafe offers up stylish food in a grim-looking atmosphere
Square Enix has opened a new themed cafe in Los Angeles, California, featuring food and merchandise inspired by Dragon Quest, NieR: Automata, and Final Fantasy. While the menu items reference games like Final Fantasy XIV, the cafe's decor is described as grim and lacking in color, drawing comparisons to a prison mess hall.
MMO Business Roundup: UK’s age restriction plans, EA’s in-game ads business, and Square Enix’s LA cafe
This MMO business roundup covers several industry developments, including the UK's proposed online restrictions for minors, Electronic Arts launching an in-game advertising platform, and Square Enix opening a themed cafe in Los Angeles. It also notes the upcoming shutdown of online services for Grid Legends and Top Spin 2K25, and discusses how Sony's retreat from PC gaming might impact its sales in China.
OFFICIALLY LICENSED SQUARE ENIX CAFE & SHOP IN LOS ANGELES OPENING ON JUNE 13
Square Enix has announced the opening of its officially licensed cafe and merchandise shop in Los Angeles on June 13, 2026. The cafe will feature themed menu items inspired by Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and NieR:Automata, with a full menu available from the grand opening on June 20. The adjoining shop will offer exclusive Square Enix merchandise.
Square Enix Cafes Set to Open in Los Angeles and Shinjuku
Square Enix announced the upcoming opening of officially licensed cafes in Los Angeles, California, and Shinjuku, Japan. Both locations are scheduled to open this spring, marking the first international expansion of the company's themed cafe concept.
Square Enix Announces Two New Cafes Opening In US and Japan
Square Enix is opening two new themed cafes and shops in Los Angeles, California, and Shinjuku, Tokyo. These locations will offer menu items inspired by various Square Enix game IPs and sell official merchandise. This expansion into themed entertainment follows similar ventures by companies like Nintendo with its official stores and cafes.
Square Enix to Open Permanent Cafes in Los Angeles and Tokyo in Spring 2026
Square Enix will open permanent themed cafes in Los Angeles and Tokyo in Spring 2026, featuring menu items and merchandise inspired by its intellectual properties. This marks the company's first permanent cafe location in the United States. The announcement was made alongside Square Enix being recognized as the highest-ranked publisher of 2025.
Ace Attorney-Themed “2001 Game Channel” Café Announced in China
Capcom and Kamisatoya have announced a collaboration to open an Ace Attorney-themed cafe in China, titled the 2001 Game Channel. While specific details about the menu and merchandise are yet to be revealed, new character illustrations featuring Maya, Phoenix, and Edgeworth have been released. The Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy recently received a free update adding new languages and features across multiple platforms.