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, citing its numerous awards and global player engagement. This success fuels their ambition to broaden the FFVII fanbase with innovative challenges in the upcoming third installment.
Interestingly, Hamaguchi also mentioned Grand Theft Auto VI as a noteworthy game this year, expressing empathy for the Rockstar Games team facing the immense pressure of following up on GTA V's phenomenal success.
Specifics regarding the third game remain undisclosed, though Hamaguchi assures fans that development is progressing smoothly. This is noteworthy considering the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth less than a year ago. However, he promises a unique gaming experience.
It's worth noting that Final Fantasy XVI's May 2024 launch fell short of initial sales projections, though the exact figures remain unannounced. Similarly, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth sales also underperformed expectations, though Square Enix maintains that neither title is a complete failure, and that Final Fantasy XVI still has ample time (18 months) to meet its sales goals.
