Game director Hamaguchi recently provided an update on the highly anticipated 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, a game that garnered numerous accolades and captured global attention. Building on this success, the developers aim to broaden the FFVII fanbase with the third installment, promising unique challenges for players.
Interestingly, Hamaguchi also mentioned being impressed by Grand Theft Auto VI, expressing his admiration for the Rockstar Games team and acknowledging the immense pressure they face following GTA V's phenomenal success.
Specific details about the third game remain undisclosed, though Hamaguchi assures fans that development is progressing smoothly. Given the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth less than a year ago, this is a significant undertaking. However, he promises a truly unique gaming experience.
While Final Fantasy XVI's May 2024 launch sales underperformed initial projections and fell short of fiscal year forecasts, the exact figures remain unannounced. Similarly, sales of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth also fell below expectations, though Square Enix clarified that they don't view it as a complete failure. The company remains confident that Final Fantasy XVI can still meet its targets within the allotted 18-month timeframe.
