Hamaguchi, the game director, assures fans that the sequel is under active development, but urges patience for further updates. He highlights the success of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth in 2024, noting its award wins and global appeal. The team aims to broaden the FFVII fanbase with the third game, promising unique challenges.
Hamaguchi also mentions being impressed by Grand Theft Auto VI's release this year, expressing empathy for Rockstar Games' team and acknowledging the immense pressure stemming from GTA V's success.
Specific details about the third installment remain scarce, though Hamaguchi confirms development is progressing smoothly. This is notable given the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. However, he promises a unique player experience.
Despite this positive outlook, the director acknowledges that Final Fantasy XVI's May 2024 launch sales underperformed initial projections, falling short of fiscal year targets. While precise figures remain undisclosed, Square Enix maintains that neither Final Fantasy XVI nor Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's sales are considered complete failures, and believes both titles still have potential to meet their long-term goals within their respective projected timelines.
