Hamaguchi, the game director, assures fans that development on the next installment is progressing well, but urges patience for further updates. He highlighted the success of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth in 2024, winning numerous awards and attracting global attention. The team aims to broaden the FFVII fanbase with unique challenges in the upcoming third game.
Hamaguchi also mentioned being impressed by Grand Theft Auto VI's release this year, acknowledging the pressure on the Rockstar Games team due to GTA V's immense success.
Specific details about the third game remain undisclosed, but Hamaguchi confirmed development is progressing smoothly. This is noteworthy considering the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth less than a year ago. He promises a unique experience for players.
Despite this positive outlook, the director acknowledged that Final Fantasy XVI's May 2024 launch sales underperformed, falling short of initial projections. While specific sales figures for both FFXVI and FFVII Rebirth remain unannounced, Square Enix maintains that Rebirth's sales are not considered a failure, and that FFXVI still has potential to meet its targets within its 18-month timeframe.
