Satoshi Kuramochi Leaves Square Enix Following Final Work on Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy
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Illustrator Satoshi Kuramochi announced that he left Square Enix at the end of February 2026. While primarily known for his work on the SaGa series, Kuramochi also contributed to several Final Fantasy-related projects during his time at the company.
Within the Final Fantasy franchise, Kuramochi worked on background designs for World of Final Fantasy and its expanded release, World of Final Fantasy Maxima. He also contributed to the recently released mobile title Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy. Following his announcement, Kuramochi clarified that the illustration created to celebrate the launch of Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy marked his final contribution during his tenure at Square Enix.
He plans to keep creating illustrations and will be working freelance from here on.
“I, Satoshi Kuramochi, have left Square Enix as of the end of February 2026. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to create so many illustrations. I am also truly grateful to all my fans for their support. I will continue to work as an illustrator, so I look forward to your continued support.”
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About DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY
Announced in 2025, DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY is the latest entry in Square Enix’s crossover battle series, coming to iOS and Android in 2026. The game features 3v3 team boss battles with simple one-handed controls and striking cel-shaded visuals that bring legendary FINAL FANTASY warriors to life. Set in modern-day Tokyo, it tells an all-new story of heroes known as “Ghosts” as they confront a mysterious crystal and the monsters it has unleashed.