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‘Final Fantasy XVI’ Producer Naoki Yoshida Rails Against the Use Of The Term ‘JRPG’: “It Wasn’t A Compliment To A Lot Of Developers In Japan”

March 16, 2023

The internet has recently been in an uproar over the use of the term 'JRPG' after an interview between Final Fantasy XVI producer Naoki Yoshida and YouTuber Skill Up began doing the rounds late in Feb...

‘Final Fantasy XIV’ Modder Purposely Injects Malware Into GShade, Prompting User Backlash

Tyler Valle

February 14, 2023

Video Games

In the last week, the Final Fantasy XIV community has been rocked by several controversies revolving around the use of mods, but one has had far more serious repercussions than the rest - a popular p...

‘Final Fantasy XVI’ Producer On The Game’s Alleged Lack Of Ethnic Diversity: “We Simply Want The Focus To Be Less On The Outward Appearance Of Our Characters”

Ryan Pearson

November 7, 2022

Video Games

The producer of Final Fantasy XVI has justified the alleged lack of ethnically diverse characters in the game, explaining that not only is the focus of Square Enix's upcoming title on the characters as people, ...

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Top 10 Final Fantasy Games, Ranked

Frank Martin

September 15, 2022

Video Games

It might seem odd that a game called Final Fantasy has spawned so many different sequels and installments, but it's a testament to just how successful the series has been. Fantasy role-playing fans found in Fin...

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Final Fantasy XVI Release Date Announced, Action JRPG Gameplay Revealed

Ryan Pearson

June 3, 2022

Video Games

Square Enix revealed the action JRPG gameplay and release date of the upcoming and highly anticipated Final Fantasy XVI. Source: Final Fantasy XVI (2023), Square Enix RELATED: Yuji Naka Reveals He Sued S...

Square Enix Job Listing Provides Details On Ethics Department, Confirms Focus On “Discriminatory, Prejudicial, Or Offensive” Content

Ryan Pearson

March 31, 2022

Censorship, Video Games

A recent job listing for Square Enix has revealed details about their infamous ethics department, including how its members work to remove offensive content from the publisher's games. Source: Final Fantasy...

Final Fantasy XIV Character Creation Guide: Appearance Options, Starting Classes, and More!

Ryan Pearson

January 25, 2022

Video Games

Can't tell a Miqo'te from a Hrothgar? Worried you'll walk into Eorzea with a look that you won't be able to change? If you're looking to finally try out the critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV, whi...

Square Enix Announces New 2D Pixel Remasters For Final Fantasy I, II, and III

John F. Trent

July 1, 2021

Video Games

Square Enix announced that they will be releasing new pixel remasters for Final Fantasy I, II, and III for Steam and mobile platforms. Take a look at the new trailer: https://youtu.be/XdLsIQEGj-E In a ...

Square Enix Confirms Rumors, Announces Stranger Of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin Game At E3

John F. Trent

June 16, 2021

Video Games

Square Enix confirmed the rumors surrounding a Final Fantasy origin game with the announcement of Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin. Source: Strangers of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin Related: Rumo...

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