Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, launching January 23, 2025, on PC, boasts enhanced visuals including improved lighting, models, textures, and DLSS support. High-end specs are needed for 4K/60FPS, but minimum requirements are more accessible. A potential Steam Deck version is planned. Pre-orders are available with a 30% discount.
Square Enix announced a PC release date for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, alongside a surprising 2-for-1 deal with the original FFVII. Learn about the release date, pre-order discounts, and impressive PC specs.
While Final Fantasy 16 launched exclusively on PlayStation, its future on Xbox remains uncertain. Square Enix desires a wider audience but faces challenges with profitability and development resources. Explore the factors influencing a potential Xbox port and its impact on the game’s success.
Legendary game designer Tetsuya Nomura, known for iconic franchises like Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts, suggests his upcoming project, Kingdom Hearts 4, might be his last. This news comes as Square Enix faces financial challenges and fans eagerly await the release of Kingdom Hearts 4, potentially slated for 2026.
Xbox has made a major move in the JRPG space, adding six Final Fantasy games, two Mana titles, and a new trailer for Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake to its platform. This unexpected influx of Square Enix titles marks a significant shift for Xbox, which traditionally hasn’t been known for its JRPG catalog.
Square Enix’s recent financial report revealed that despite strong game sales, profits were lower than anticipated. This was attributed to factors like high development costs for Final Fantasy XVI and lower-than-expected sales of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, leading to a decline in the HD Games segment’s profitability.
Square Enix is looking to bring its popular MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV to a wider audience, potentially including mobile devices and Nintendo Switch. This expansion could significantly boost the company’s gaming segment, which has been heavily reliant on mobile and MMORPG earnings.
Square Enix, a major Japanese game publisher, has historically been hesitant to bring its games to Xbox consoles due to the platform’s limited popularity in Japan. However, the company is shifting its strategy, hinting at a potential future where popular titles like Final Fantasy VII Remake and Final Fantasy XVI might become available on Xbox.
Kingdom Hearts 4 has been announced, offering a glimpse into a new arc, “The Lost Master Arc.” This highly anticipated game is set in a world called Quadratum, a visually stunning metropolis inspired by Tokyo. While no release date has been announced, the game is expected to be available for both PlayStation and Xbox consoles, potentially including the Nintendo Switch 2. The trailer showcases new gameplay elements, including Sora’s ability to grapple and utilize his Keyblade as a weapon. Fans can expect the return of classic features like form changes and quicktime events. Explore the world of Quadratum and uncover the mysteries surrounding Sora, Kairi, and the new character Strelitzia.
Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy XVI will be making its debut on PC on September 17th, 2024. The PC version will be available on both Steam and the Epic Games Store, and a demo is already available for download on Steam. This launch comes at a crucial time for Square Enix, as the company seeks to boost its revenue, and FFXVI’s PC release is expected to contribute significantly to the upcoming quarter’s earnings.
