Game director Hamaguchi recently provided an update on the upcoming sequel, urging fans to exercise patience as new details will be revealed at a later date. The team is diligently working on the project.
Hamaguchi highlighted the success of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth in 2024, citing its numerous awards and global player engagement. The team aims to broaden the FFVII fanbase with the third installment, promising unique challenges for players.
Interestingly, Hamaguchi also mentioned Grand Theft Auto VI as a noteworthy game of the year, expressing empathy for the Rockstar Games team and acknowledging the immense pressure stemming from GTA V's phenomenal success.
Specifics regarding the third game remain undisclosed, though Hamaguchi assures fans that development is progressing smoothly. This is notable given the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth less than a year ago. However, he assures players that the experience will be unlike anything seen before.
Despite the positive development news, the May 2024 launch of Final Fantasy XVI fell short of projected sales targets, with exact figures yet to be released. Similarly, sales of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth also underperformed initial forecasts, though Square Enix maintains that neither title is considered a complete failure. The company remains confident that Final Fantasy XVI can still meet its sales goals within the allotted 18-month timeframe.
