Final Fantasy XIV Mobile Shut Down in China, Global Plans Unclear
Square Enix and Tencent have terminated the licensing agreement for Final Fantasy XIV Mobile in China, effectively ending the game's sole active release.
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Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster Coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix has announced the release of Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster for the Nintendo Switch 2, launching on July 23, 2026.
Final Fantasy 10 Development Pivot to Fantasy Was Inspired by Lord of the Rings
Square Enix producer Yoshinori Kitase explains why Final Fantasy 10 shifted from sci-fi to fantasy following the production of The Lord of the Rings film trilogy.
Square Enix Cancels Final Fantasy 14 Mobile; Chinese Version Closing
Square Enix has officially canceled the global release of Final Fantasy 14 Mobile. The existing Chinese version will also go offline on September 30, 2026.
Star Ocean: The Second Story R Launches on Switch 2 Without Upgrade Path
Square Enix has released Star Ocean: The Second Story R on Nintendo Switch 2. The new version lacks an upgrade path and save data transfer for existing players.
GOG Discusses Game Preservation and Mod Support in 2026 Update
GOG shares insights on game preservation, one-click mod support, and partnerships with companies like Capcom and Square Enix in a new 2026 interview.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Update 1.5.1 Adds NG+ Fix
Square Enix has released patch 1.5.1 for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, fixing a buried item issue in New Game+ on Switch 1 & 2.
Octopath Traveler Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 This October
Square Enix is bringing Octopath Traveler and its sequel to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026, though no save data transfer is currently planned.
Octopath Traveler 1 & 2 Announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix brings Octopath Traveler and its sequel to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026, featuring visual and performance improvements.
Square Enix Details Traversal Options for Final Fantasy VII Revelation
Square Enix has revealed new traversal methods for Final Fantasy VII Revelation, including the Highwind airship and returning Chocobo riding mechanics.
Square Enix Confirms Shutdown of Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis
Square Enix is shutting down Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis in October 2026, adding another title to the company’s list of discontinued mobile live service games.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Adds Option to Mute Faei
Square Enix has released a patch for The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, allowing players to disable the intrusive companion character, Faei.
Why Final Fantasy X Still Resonates Decades Later
From the laughing scene to the truth about Tidus, we break down why Square Enix's Final Fantasy X remains one of the most emotional entries in the franchise.
Lost Final Fantasy 7 Prequel Before Crisis Gets English Release
Square Enix is bringing the lost Final Fantasy 7 prequel, Before Crisis, to Ever Crisis, but the mobile game is shutting down just months later.
Square Enix Confirms Future Final Fantasy Remakes Won't All Mimic FF7
Square Enix clarifies that future Final Fantasy remakes will not necessarily follow the Final Fantasy 7 trilogy's action-RPG format, citing a market-in approach.
Why Cait Sith is Finally Worth Your Time in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
From Shinra narc to a surprisingly charming party member, here is why Square Enix’s latest reimagining finally gets Cait Sith right.
Square Enix Admits Early Game Reveals Are a Problem for Kingdom Hearts 4
Square Enix is revisiting its marketing strategy after admitting that early announcements for titles like Kingdom Hearts 4 hurt consumer enthusiasm.
Square Enix Responds to Questions on Original Game Preservation
Square Enix addresses concerns about maintaining access to original game versions as physical media support declines.
Square Enix Addresses Game Preservation and Service Closures
Square Enix responds to shareholder questions on game preservation, citing YouTube cutscene archives and livestreams as current methods for inactive titles.
Square Enix Details Battle Philosophy for Final Fantasy 14: Evercold
Square Enix plans to carry over key design lessons from The Arcadion into the upcoming Final Fantasy 14 expansion, Evercold, focusing on boss character depth.
Square Enix's HD-2D Style Evolves With The Adventures of Elliot
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales arrives as the ninth HD-2D title from Square Enix, continuing the company's signature 16-bit aesthetic.
Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster Gets Japan-Exclusive Switch 2 Edition
Square Enix is releasing a 25th Anniversary edition of the Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster for Nintendo Switch 2, available now via import from Amazon Japan.
Final Fantasy Resonance Announced: Square Enix’s Newest HD-2D Project
Final Fantasy Resonance, a reimagining of the defunct mobile title, is coming to PC, PS5, Xbox, and Switch in 2026, marking Square Enix's latest HD-2D step.
Final Fantasy 14's The Primals Bring MMO Rock to Download Festival
Square Enix’s official Final Fantasy 14 band, The Primals, took the stage at UK’s Download Festival, marking a rare live performance outside of Fan Festivals.
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Square Enix Cancels Final Fantasy 14 Mobile; Chinese Version Closing
Square Enix has officially canceled the global release of Final Fantasy 14 Mobile. The existing Chinese version will also go offline on September 30, 2026.
Star Ocean: The Second Story R Launches on Switch 2 Without Upgrade Path
Square Enix has released Star Ocean: The Second Story R on Nintendo Switch 2. The new version lacks an upgrade path and save data transfer for existing players.
GOG Discusses Game Preservation and Mod Support in 2026 Update
GOG shares insights on game preservation, one-click mod support, and partnerships with companies like Capcom and Square Enix in a new 2026 interview.
Octopath Traveler Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 This October
Square Enix is bringing Octopath Traveler and its sequel to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026, though no save data transfer is currently planned.