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FFXIV Localizer Faces Fan Backlash Over AI Art at Fan Fest
news1 month ago

FFXIV Localizer Faces Fan Backlash Over AI Art at Fan Fest

At the FF XIV Fan Fest 2026, Square Enix localizer Koji Fox used AI-generated images and a Copilot-kun music video during a panel, sparking fan backlash even as he explained AI was used due to time constraints and to reflect the CEO’s push for AI tools. Critics argued the AI elements undercut the artists’ work, while Square Enix leadership has signaled an aggressive stance on AI. The event also announced Evercold, the next expansion due in January 2027.

via Kotaku|
#ai#final-fantasy#final-fantasy-xiv
From Eorzea to the Battlefield: Designing Final Fantasy Cards for MTG
gaming1 month ago

From Eorzea to the Battlefield: Designing Final Fantasy Cards for MTG

Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY explores how designers translate Final Fantasy XIV into a playable Universes Beyond set, detailing flavor-driven card design for characters like Garuda, Astrologian, Emet-Selch, Venat, Hydaelyn, Zodiark, and The Wandering Minstrel through mechanics such as Sagas for summons, job-select Equipment, and Towns to support both Standard and Commander, while balancing narrative fidelity with gameplay simplicity.

via Magic: The Gathering|
#card-design#final-fantasy#game-design
Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy Goes PC-Forward as Visual Foundation
gaming3 months ago

Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy Goes PC-Forward as Visual Foundation

Ars Technica reports that Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy is being developed with PC as the lead platform, with 3D assets created at PC-quality first and then scaled to console hardware. The studio cites growing PC audiences and strong PC sales for recent entries, and says the third installment is progressing on schedule, though platform timing may still vary as releases on different platforms continue to follow distinct cadences.

via Ars Technica|
#final-fantasy#game-development#gaming
Final Fantasy Goes Tabletop: Board Game Launches This Year
gaming3 months ago

Final Fantasy Goes Tabletop: Board Game Launches This Year

Square Enix and KessCo revealed Final Fantasy: The Board Game, a streamlined tabletop adaptation of Final Fantasy I–III releasing in Q3 2026, marking the start of a new line of games with accessories like collectible RPG dice; the partnership hint suggests more Pixel Remaster-inspired titles could follow in the future, potentially expanding beyond the initial trio.

via ComicBook.com|
#board-game#final-fantasy#gaming
Square Enix Restructures, Cuts Jobs, and Shifts Focus to Japan
technology6 months ago

Square Enix Restructures, Cuts Jobs, and Shifts Focus to Japan

Square Enix is shifting away from PS5 exclusives, moving its major titles like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined to multiple platforms, reflecting a broader multiformat strategy that may impact sales and marketing support from Sony, with the company's recent financials showing a slight drop in net sales but increased profits from merchandise.

via Push Square|
#final-fantasy#game-sales#multiformat-strategy
Square Enix Announces New Dissidia Final Fantasy for Mobile
gaming7 months ago

Square Enix Announces New Dissidia Final Fantasy for Mobile

Square Enix is set to revive the beloved Final Fantasy fighting spin-off Dissidia, but only for mobile devices (iOS and Android), disappointing fans expecting a console or PC release. The game, teased for an announcement on October 14th, features characters like Lightning, Rinoa, Cloud, and Zidane, and marks the franchise's return to mobile after previous titles were shut down. Concerns remain about its potential gacha mechanics and limited lifespan, but Square Enix continues to focus on mobile game releases.

via Eurogamer|
#dissidia#final-fantasy#game-revival
Final Fantasy Remastered Twin Pack and IX Physical Releases Confirmed for North America
gaming7 months ago

Final Fantasy Remastered Twin Pack and IX Physical Releases Confirmed for North America

Square Enix has confirmed that the physical versions of Final Fantasy VII & VIII Remastered Twin Pack and Final Fantasy IX will be released in North America on December 9, 2025, each priced at $39.99, with pre-orders available now. The Twin Pack will come on a single cartridge with no download needed, and additional Final Fantasy titles are also planned for Switch.

via Nintendo Life|
#final-fantasy#gaming#north-america