Square Enix has no plans to make Final Fantasy 14 free to play, but will continue to expand the free trial, with the upcoming expansion increasing the level cap and bringing new story content and graphical updates.
Square Enix is facing financial setbacks and criticism over its management practices after several game releases, including Final Fantasy XVI, fell short of sales targets and received lukewarm reception, causing a significant decline in the company's value.
Square Enix is offering special bonuses to players who have save data from the PS5 or PS4 version of Final Fantasy VII Remake when they start Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, including bonus Summon Materia for Leviathan and Ramuh.
Square Enix is offering a special deal where players can buy both Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for $70, making it a great option for fans interested in the new Intergrade content or those wanting to try the remake for the first time.
Square Enix showcased gameplay footage and a new trailer for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, highlighting mini-games such as a card game, chocobo customization, and a piano rhythm game in the Grasslands area.
Amazon and Best Buy are offering substantial discounts on Square Enix RPG games, including titles like Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion and Octopath Traveler II.
Square Enix has announced an open-beta session for the Xbox Series X|S version of Final Fantasy XIV, set to launch during the Patch 6.5x series of Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, with the Xbox version releasing in Spring 2024 and featuring all PC content up to the latest expansion, Endwalker, as well as the upcoming expansion, Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail.
Final Fantasy 14 players now have the option to play the entire game solo with the newly introduced Duty Support System, allowing them to progress through the main story quests without relying on other players.
Final Fantasy XIV's new Duty Support feature allows players to complete the game's story dungeons with NPCs, making it an ideal single-player MMO experience for those who prefer to avoid constant interaction with other players.
Square Enix has announced a Final Fantasy 16 crossover event in Final Fantasy 14, featuring protagonist Clive and unique loot and gear.
Square Enix reveals new announcements at Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2023, including a new Viper job, Final Fantasy XI and Final Fantasy XVI crossovers, an open beta for the Xbox Series X|S version, and the release of the Dawntrail expansion in summer 2024 with additional features such as a Fall Guys collaboration and new jobs.
Developer Square Enix promises a new and improved version of the immensely popular Final Fantasy VII game that will act as both a tribute and a reinvention, featuring improved graphics and new narrative beats that break from established lore.
