Yoshinori Kitase Discusses Future Final Fantasy Adaptations and Square Enix's Approach to Remakes
During a recent interview with IGN, Yoshinori Kitase discussed the future direction of Final Fantasy, including the possibility of future adaptations and Square Enix's approach to remakes versus new titles.
Future Final Fantasy TV series could be a possibility
Kitase said that future TV series inspired by the story of Final Fantasy could be a possibility.
He said the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy explored the world of Final Fantasy VII more deeply than the original game, and suggested that its expanded storytelling could provide opportunities for future adaptations.
“I think that it would be nice to have in the future games or TV series inspired by the story of Final Fantasy. And I don’t see why that should not be a possibility in the future.”
Square Enix more likely to invest in new games than remakes
Kitase also said that Square Enix is more likely to invest in new titles and new games moving forward. He explained that remakes remain possible in specific cases, particularly when the original creators have a strong connection to the project.
Kitase cited the Final Fantasy VII remake as an example, saying the team wanted to create something new from the original game so that both new and longtime players could experience its appeal.
“I think that mainly we are more likely to invest in new titles and new games.”
Kitase did not rule out future remakes, but said the company’s broader direction is likely to favor new projects.
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About FINAL FANTASY VII
First released in 1997 on the PlayStation® computer entertainment system, FINAL FANTASY VII will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2027. The game is universally regarded as a landmark title of the RPG genre. The original title received high praise for its epic storyline, unique characters, and movie sequences that utilized the most cutting-edge technology of the time. Since then, the game revolving around iconic hero Cloud Strife and his pursuit of the antagonist Sephiroth has sold over 15.7 million copies worldwide and continues to receive widespread acclaim from critics and fans around the world. The popular game has expanded into spin-offs, films and merchandise.
Now, Square Enix’s FINAL FANTASY VII Remake Series, created by a team of original and new developers, retells the story of the genre-redefining RPG across three distinct games. The first game of the trilogy, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, is available for PS4® consoles. The expanded edition, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE, and the second entry, FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, are now available for Nintendo Switch 2, XBOX Series X|S, XBOX PC, PS5® consoles and PC. FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, the climactic conclusion of the series, will release for PS5 consoles, Nintendo Switch 2, XBOX Series X|S and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and XBOX PC, in Spring 2027.
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