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.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the second instalment of Square Enix's Final Fantasy 7 remake, is set to release on PlayStation 5 on February 29th, 2023, offering new adventures and a vibrant world for players to explore.
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 designer Tetsuya Nomura has confirmed that the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy will link up to the 2006 CG film Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, providing closure and continuity for long-time fans.
The final phase of the long-running story arc in Final Fantasy XIV will begin on October 3rd, leading to an apparent fresh start in Dawntrail, accompanied by new quests and features, and the expansion of the game's free offering allowing players to reach level 70.
Square Enix has updated Final Fantasy 14's Duty Support system, allowing players to complete the entire game solo with NPCs instead of other players, providing a more traditional Final Fantasy experience.
Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, the upcoming expansion, was showcased at the Fan Festival in London, revealing new player Jobs, an Alliance Raid, an Xbox open beta test date, and more.
Square Enix has announced a Final Fantasy 16 crossover event in Final Fantasy 14, featuring protagonist Clive and unique loot and gear.
The Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2023 event revealed an extended teaser trailer and videos for the "Dawntrail" expansion, showcasing a new job, field areas, and hub city, with the expansion set to launch in summer 2024.
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.
