Game director Hamaguchi recently provided an update on the highly anticipated sequel, urging fans to exercise patience as further details will be revealed at a later date. The team is diligently working on the project, he assures.
Hamaguchi highlighted the success of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth in 2024, citing its numerous awards and global player engagement. Building on this momentum, the developers aim to broaden the FFVII fanbase with the third game, 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 regarding the third installment remain scarce. However, Hamaguchi offered reassurance that development is progressing smoothly. Considering the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth less than a year ago, this is a significant undertaking. He emphasized that players can anticipate a truly unique experience.
Despite the positive outlook on the sequel, Final Fantasy XVI's May 2024 launch sales underperformed, falling short of initial projections. While specific sales figures remain undisclosed, Square Enix clarified that they don't view Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's sales as a complete failure, and Final Fantasy XVI still has potential to meet its targets within the allotted 18-month timeframe. Similarly, recent sales data for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has also been withheld, though the game also fell short of expectations.
