Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 development well underway - game director

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 acclaim. This success fuels the team's ambition to broaden the FFVII fanbase with unique challenges in the upcoming third installment.

Interestingly, Hamaguchi also mentioned being impressed by Grand Theft Auto VI, expressing empathy for the Rockstar Games team facing the immense pressure of following up the phenomenal success of GTA V.

Specifics regarding the third game remain undisclosed, though Hamaguchi assures fans that development is progressing smoothly. Given the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, this progress is particularly encouraging. Hamaguchi promises a unique gaming experience.

Despite the positive outlook on the sequel, the director acknowledged that Final Fantasy XVI's May 2024 launch sales underperformed initial projections, falling short of the fiscal year's forecast. While exact sales figures remain unannounced, Square Enix clarified that they don't view Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's sales as a complete failure, and maintains confidence that Final Fantasy XVI can still meet its targets within the allotted 18-month timeframe.