What does the future hold for FF16's lead developers? The creators spoke briefly about the future of the events and expressed their wishes for 2025.
Although it was released in 2023, FF16 was released in 2024 with the PC version and the second DLC La Complainte du Ressac (The Rising Tide). Projects that saw the light of day in parallel with the launch of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on PS5 and the development of the PC port of this sequel. Obviously the teams have been very busy and this should continue to be the case in the new year given the statements made by the various members.
What can you expect from the makers of FF16?
Like many Japanese developers, Creative Studio 3 is the team behind it FF16 In particular, he sent his wishes for 2025 in the columns of 4Gamer. “2024 was a crazy year… I think the results will be felt as early as 2025, so keep an eye out for Square Enix and Creative Studio 3.” said producer Naoki Yoshida. But the most interesting words came from Hiroshi Takai, the director of Final Fantasy 16.
« In 2024 I was busy working on FF16. In 2025 I will be working on something else. I can't give any further details yet, but I will continue to work hard this year (laughs). I'm sure this work will result in something that 4Gamer readers will enjoy » the FF16 director teased.
Another game announced from 2025? We'll see, but we've already heard that from Naoki Yoshida. The famous producer had even hinted that he wanted a lighter tone for his next project, especially to create a contrast with FF16. And of course it won't be Final Fantasy 17, as the latter prefers to delegate production to another team member. “We are working hard on a new title under Square Enix's new structure. We may have to wait a while before we can tell you about it, but we would be happy if you continued to support us in 2025.” added Takashi Tokita (FF4).
Source: 4Gamer.
