Final Fantasy Remakes Will Take Different Approaches, Says Square Enix
Square Enix indicates that future Final Fantasy remakes will vary in style and gameplay based on fan resonance.
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📍 How it ended
Square Enix stated that future Final Fantasy remakes will take different approaches based on what resonates with fans. This possibility includes a return to traditional turn-based styles rather than only open-world action.
Epilogue added 18d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Square Enix has stated that upcoming Final Fantasy remakes will employ different approaches rather than following a single formula. This suggests that not every remake will utilize the open-world action style.
Coverage from Insider Gaming, GamesRadar+, and GameGPU emphasizes that the company intends to follow what truly resonates with the fanbase. This includes the potential return to turn-based systems, while TheGamer notes the possibility of HD-2D styles for titles like Final Fantasy 9.
Future developments depend on which gameplay styles Square Enix determines are most resonant with fans. Coverage does not specify which specific titles are currently in development.
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Quick answers
Will all Final Fantasy remakes be open-world action games?
No, Square Enix stated that remakes will take different approaches and may not all be open-world action.
Is a turn-based remake possible?
According to GameGPU, Square Enix may return to turn-based remakes.
What style might Final Fantasy 9 take?
TheGamer reports there is hope for an HD-2D approach for Final Fantasy 9.
Coverage (5)
- More traditional Final Fantasy remakes could happen, as Square Enix says it'll follow what "truly resonates" with fans, even if that's not open-world action GamesRadar+ · 21d ago
- More Final Fantasy Remakes Could Be On The Way OpenCritic · 21d ago
- Square Enix may return to turn-based Final Fantasy remakes GameGPU · 21d ago
- There's Hope For HD-2D Final Fantasy 9 Yet, As Not Every Remake Will Look The Same TheGamer · 21d ago
- Final Fantasy Remakes Will Take Different Approaches, Says Square Enix Insider Gaming · 21d ago
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