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Panzer Dragoon II Zwei Remake: Seven Years On, Still No Nintendo Switch Release Date
Nearly seven years after its announcement, Panzer Dragoon II Zwei Remake remains unreleased for Nintendo Switch and other platforms. We trace the game's long and...
Final Fantasy Mystic Quest Artwork Listed for $350,000: Collector’s Market Reacts to Square Enix Rarity
A rare piece of Final Fantasy Mystic Quest artwork is listed for $350,000, sparking debate within the collector and gaming community about the value of Square Enix's...
Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors: Metal Gear Solid Delta and Final Fantasy VII Remake Reportedly Headed to New Hardware
Reports suggest that major third-party titles like Metal Gear Solid Delta and Final Fantasy VII Remake may be coming to Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2, with developers...
Square Enix Introduces Enhanced Customer Harassment Policy for Greater Employee Protection
Square Enix updates its Group Customer Harassment Policy to safeguard employees and partners from inappropriate customer behavior, highlighting clear consequences for...
Nintendo Switch Anniversary: Reflecting on the 2017 Reveal and Anticipating 'Switch 2'
Explore the impact of Nintendo's 2017 Switch presentation, notable launch titles, and what the gaming community expects from the highly anticipated 'Switch 2' reveal.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth: Square Enix Targets Nintendo Switch 2 in Multiplatform Push
Square Enix’s multiplatform strategy may bring Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth to Nintendo Switch 2, consistent with the publisher’s recent strategic shift. Learn...
PowerWash Simulator Announces Wallace & Gromit Special Pack DLC for Nintendo Switch and More
Square Enix and FuturLab add Wallace & Gromit-themed DLC to PowerWash Simulator, expanding its roster of crossover content for Nintendo Switch, PC, and other...
Triangle Strategy Returns to Nintendo Switch eShop After Publisher Transition
Triangle Strategy, the acclaimed HD-2D tactical RPG from Square Enix, is back on the Nintendo Switch eShop after a brief absence due to a publisher change. Learn more...
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy May Expand to New Platforms, Signals Square Enix Director
Square Enix's Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy could reach a wider audience as director Naoki Hamaguchi discusses plans to release the games on more platforms, with...
NieR Automata Surpasses 9 Million Sales Worldwide: Celebrating Success Across Nintendo Switch and Other Platforms
NieR Automata, developed by PlatinumGames and published by Square Enix, achieves over 9 million global sales since 2017, with continued momentum on Nintendo Switch.
Octopath Traveler Series Surpasses 5 Million in Global Sales: Square Enix Celebrates RPG Milestone
Square Enix announces Octopath Traveler franchise sales milestone with over 5 million copies sold worldwide, highlighting the success of its HD-2D RPGs on Nintendo...
Octopath Traveler Series Surpasses 5 Million Sales Worldwide on Nintendo Switch and Beyond
Square Enix announces that the Octopath Traveler series has exceeded 5 million units sold globally, highlighting critical acclaim and strong performance on Nintendo...
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Director Naoki Hamaguchi Discusses Future Beyond Trilogy
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi shares insights on the third chapter's development and hints at further exploration of the Final Fantasy universe,...
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake on Nintendo Switch: Reviving a Classic With Modern Flair
Explore the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake for Nintendo Switch, a faithful yet modern reimagining of the classic RPG. Learn about the visual enhancements, gameplay...
NHK World Premieres 'Legendary Games Chronicle' with Final Fantasy Documentary Debut
NHK World Japan launches 'Legendary Games Chronicle' documentary series, spotlighting the creation of the original Final Fantasy with exclusive insights from key...
Tetsuya Nomura Retirement Plans and Kingdom Hearts IV: What the Creator Said
Kingdom Hearts co-creator Tetsuya Nomura told Young Jump he is weighing retirement against finishing the series, and is developing Kingdom Hearts IV with the intention...
Atari CEO Expresses Interest in Ogre Battle Remaster Collaboration with Square Enix
Atari's Wade Rosen reveals ambitions for Infogrames as a preservationist publisher, expressing a keen interest in partnering with Square Enix to revisit the classic...
Final Fantasy VI: Hironobu Sakaguchi Reflects on Pixel Art Legacy and the Series' Storytelling DNA
Industry legend Hironobu Sakaguchi shares insights on Final Fantasy VI, its pixel art legacy, and the vital storytelling ingredients that define the Final Fantasy...
Final Fantasy XIV Development Progresses for Nintendo Consoles Amid Anticipation for Switch Successor
Final Fantasy XIV's director confirms active development for Nintendo consoles, sparking excitement as Nintendo prepares to reveal its Switch successor before March 2025.
Nintendo Announces Wave of Indie and Third-Party Titles Heading to Switch in 2024–2025
Nintendo's latest combined Indie World and Partner Showcase Direct unveils over two dozen games coming to Nintendo Switch, including release dates, exclusive launches,...
Fear Effect Returns: Kronos Digital Entertainment’s Cult Classic Heads to Nintendo Switch in 2025
Kronos Digital Entertainment's iconic PlayStation title Fear Effect is making a comeback in 2025 on Nintendo Switch, thanks to Limited Run Games and Square Enix....
Fantasian Neo Dimension Brings Renowned RPG Collaboration to Nintendo Switch in Winter 2024
Square Enix and Mistwalker launch Fantasian Neo Dimension on Nintendo Switch, delivering Hironobu Sakaguchi and Nobuo Uematsu's acclaimed RPG with new features. Learn...
Final Fantasy XIV Online Could Arrive on Nintendo Switch Successor, Says Producer Naoki Yoshida
Square Enix's Naoki Yoshida reiterates long-term ambitions to bring Final Fantasy XIV Online to Nintendo platforms, possibly aligning with the upcoming Switch successor.
Final Fantasy Tactics Remaster Confirmed: Development Progress and What to Expect from Square Enix
Square Enix is developing a Final Fantasy Tactics Remaster, as confirmed by prominent journalist Jason Schreier. Discover the latest updates, background on the classic...
Kingdom Hearts on Switch 2: Leaker Midori Claims KH Series and Kingdom Hearts IV May Head to Next Nintendo Hardware
Reliable leaker Midori claims the Kingdom Hearts series and Kingdom Hearts IV could come to Nintendo's next console. Here’s what’s verified about the franchise, Square...
Nintendo Stock Surges Following Square Enix’s Multiplatform Strategy Announcement
Nintendo shares climb for the fourth consecutive day after Square Enix reveals plans to release future games across multiple platforms, signaling a potential shift in...
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call Celebrates 10th Anniversary on Nintendo 3DS
Marking a decade since its launch, Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call remains a standout rhythm game for the Nintendo 3DS, featuring iconic music, robust...
Octopath Traveler Returns to Nintendo Switch eShop Following Publisher Update
Square Enix's acclaimed RPG Octopath Traveler is once again available for purchase on the Nintendo Switch eShop after a temporary removal due to publisher changes.
Front Mission 2 Remake for Nintendo Switch: A Missed Opportunity in SRPG Revival
A comprehensive review of Front Mission 2 Remake on Nintendo Switch, assessing its translation, gameplay, and development trajectory following post-launch updates.
Examining Square Enix's Recent RPG Evolution: The Future of Dragon Quest and SaGa Series
Explore how Square Enix's development direction is influencing iconic RPG series like Dragon Quest and SaGa, and what this means for fans of the Nintendo Switch and...
Terranigma HD-2D Prototype Reimagines SNES Classic with Unreal Engine
A fan-made HD-2D prototype of Terranigma reimagines the SNES classic using Unreal Engine and MagicaVoxel. Developer ShinraiXenophy shares footage of Ark in Crysta...
Harvestella Producer Daisuke Taka Departs Square Enix After Celebrated Nintendo Switch Release
Harvestella producer Daisuke Taka announces his departure from Square Enix following the successful Nintendo Switch exclusive, expressing gratitude to fans and...
Bravely Default Producer Tomoya Asano Confirms Bravely Series Updates Coming in 2024
Bravely Default producer Tomoya Asano has announced that new information regarding the Bravely series will be revealed in 2024, as he celebrates the third anniversary...
ActRaiser Renaissance Sparks Calls for Quintet Remakes on Nintendo Switch
Following the 2021 release of ActRaiser Renaissance, composer Yuzo Koshiro and Quintet alumni have renewed calls for remakes of classic Quintet titles like Terranigma...
Star Ocean: The Second Story R on Nintendo Switch — Remaster Review and Key Features
In-depth look at Star Ocean: The Second Story R for Nintendo Switch. Release details, developer info (Square Enix/Gemdrops), gameplay changes, quality-of-life updates,...
Embracer Group Restructuring Impacts Crystal Dynamics and Other Studios
Embracer Group's ongoing restructuring leads to layoffs at Tomb Raider developer Crystal Dynamics, as the company continues its cost-cutting strategy. Read on for the...
SaGa Emerald Beyond Announced for Nintendo Switch: A New Chapter in Square Enix's Iconic RPG Franchise
Square Enix unveils SaGa Emerald Beyond for Nintendo Switch, bringing a fresh adventure to the acclaimed RPG series with new protagonists, expanded free-form gameplay,...
Star Ocean: The Second Story Nintendo Switch Demo Live on eShop — Save Transfer and November 2 Release
Square Enix has released a playable demo of Star Ocean: The Second Story on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Learn how the demo works, save-transfer details, platform...
Nintendo 98.8% New-Employee Retention: What the Industry Needs to Know
Nintendo reports a 98.8% new-employee retention rate. Analysis of the company's salaries, benefits, and what this figure means for the Nintendo Switch-era employer...
Dragon Quest X Online Support Ends on Wii U and 3DS in Japan: Square Enix Announces Service Shutdown
Square Enix confirms the end of Dragon Quest X Online support for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS, marking the closure of a major chapter in Japanese gaming. Learn about the...
Gex Trilogy Announced for Nintendo Switch: Limited Run Games Revives Classic Square Enix Series
Limited Run Games and Square Enix reveal the Gex Trilogy, bringing the iconic platformer series to modern consoles, including Nintendo Switch, after a 20-year hiatus.
Square Enix Modders Unite: Final Fantasy VI Meets Final Fantasy Tactics in Ambitious Crossover Mod
A dedicated modding duo brings together Final Fantasy VI and Final Fantasy Tactics, merging story, visuals, and gameplay into an exciting fan project for classic RPG...
Theatrhythm Final Bar Line Adds The World Ends With You Tracks to Nintendo Switch
Square Enix enhances Theatrhythm Final Bar Line with new tracks from The World Ends With You and Neo: The World Ends With You, expanding the rhythm game’s library on...
Final Fantasy Tactics Developers Busy With New Project, Sparking Switch Remaster Hopes
Developers behind Final Fantasy Tactics are reportedly hard at work on a new project, fueling renewed speculation about a potential remaster for Nintendo Switch. Key...
Taito Expands Egret II Mini with Arcade Memories Vol. 1 SD Card Collection
Taito releases Arcade Memories Vol. 1, a ten-game collection for the Egret II Mini, providing a wallet-friendly way to enjoy classic titles on the micro-console.
Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered Review for Nintendo Switch – A Masterclass in RPG Complexity
Explore our in-depth review of Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered on Nintendo Switch. Discover how Square Enix revitalizes their iconic RPG series while...
Harvestella for Nintendo Switch: Explore the Seasons and Survive Quietus
Experience Harvestella on Nintendo Switch, where players navigate the village of Lethe, cultivate crops, and battle through the dangerous Quietus in this Square Enix...
Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent Pre-Registration Now Available Worldwide on Mobile
Octopath Traveler fans can now pre-register for Champions of the Continent, the mobile prequel to the acclaimed Nintendo Switch RPG, on both Android and iOS devices.
Embracer Group Acquires Crystal Dynamics and Eidos-Montréal in Major Square Enix Deal
Embracer Group secures Crystal Dynamics, Eidos-Montréal, and over 50 IPs including Tomb Raider and Deus Ex from Square Enix in a $300 million acquisition, marking a...
Final Fantasy Uniqlo T-Shirt Collection Officially Launches in Japan for Series' 35th Anniversary
Uniqlo and Square Enix have announced an exclusive Final Fantasy T-shirt collection celebrating the series' 35th anniversary, set to launch in Japan on April 29. Find...
Kirby and the Forgotten Land Dominates Famitsu Japanese Charts with Impressive Launch on Nintendo Switch
Kirby and the Forgotten Land surpasses 380,000 units sold in its debut week on Nintendo Switch, topping Japan’s Famitsu sales charts and highlighting the platform's...
Kingdom Hearts Cloud Versions Launch on Nintendo Switch: Release Dates and Playable Demos Revealed
Square Enix confirms Kingdom Hearts series launches via cloud streaming on Nintendo Switch, with free playable demos and a 20th anniversary celebration stream.
Geist Force: The Cancelled Sega Dreamcast Launch Title Revealed
Discover the story behind Geist Force, the cancelled Sega Dreamcast exclusive, as revealed by former Sega producer Mark Subotnick. Uncover the management decisions and...
Life is Strange: True Colors Soundtrack, DLC, and Nintendo Switch Release Details Announced
Square Enix unveils Life is Strange: True Colors soundtrack and confirms release dates for core game and Wavelengths DLC on Nintendo Switch and other platforms.
Life is Strange Remastered Collection and True Colors Announced for Nintendo Switch
Square Enix confirms Life is Strange Remastered Collection and Life is Strange: True Colors for Nintendo Switch, bringing enhanced visuals and acclaimed storytelling...
SaGa Frontier Remastered Review: Square Enix Delivers a Definitive JRPG Experience on Nintendo Switch
SaGa Frontier Remastered brings Square Enix's cult classic JRPG to modern platforms with restored content and quality of life improvements. Explore its unique...
Balan Wonderworld: Square Enix's Ambitious Action-Platformer Shines on Nintendo Switch
Explore the creative vision behind Balan Wonderworld as Square Enix developers discuss character design, music composition, and gameplay challenges for the Nintendo...
Bravely Default II Nintendo Switch Review: Job System, Combat, and Switch Port Analysis
An authoritative look at Bravely Default II on Nintendo Switch — developer Claytechworks' 2021 JRPG featuring the job system, brave/default combat, visible overworld...
Best Final Fantasy Games Ranked: Official PlayStation Magazine Picks Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age as No. 1
Official PlayStation Magazine UK ranks the best Final Fantasy games of all time, with Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age topping the list. Coverage includes...
Final Fantasy IX Receives Asian English Physical Release Date for Nintendo Switch
Square Enix announces the Asian English physical release for Final Fantasy IX on Nintendo Switch, arriving November 27, 2020, with multiple language options and...