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After Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, lead says Square Enix is “more likely to invest in new titles and new games”
Yoshinori Kitase says Square Enix is more likely to invest in new games than remakes, while remaining open to revisiting older titles when there is a compelling creative reason. His comments suggest the company sees remakes as selective projects rather than its main direction.
Kitase said the Final Fantasy 7 remake brought together creators from the 1997 original and newer developers, aiming to make the game accessible to new players while preserving its appeal for existing fans. Reports said a Final Fantasy 9 remake had stalled, but Kitase did not discuss that project; the article speculates that a new mainline game may come before further remakes.
In short
- Square Enix is prioritising new games over remakes.
- Kitase says remakes may proceed when a special opportunity arises.
- The Final Fantasy 7 remake aimed to reach new players and longtime fans.
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The case for
Prioritising new games could give developers more room to create original worlds and mechanics, while helping Square Enix avoid relying too heavily on nostalgia. Selective remakes can still be worthwhile when there is a strong creative reason, as the Final Fantasy 7 project sought to serve both new players and long-time fans.
The case against
Remakes can make influential older games accessible to new audiences and let studios reinterpret them for modern players, while drawing on established stories and characters that fans value. If new titles take priority, worthwhile older games may be left without updates, and players who hoped for further remakes could see the decision as a missed opportunity.