Game director Hamaguchi recently provided an update on the upcoming sequel, urging fans to exercise patience as new details will be revealed at a later date. The team is diligently working on the project.

Hamaguchi highlighted the success of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth in 2024, citing its numerous awards and global player engagement. The developers aim to broaden the FFVII fanbase with the third game, promising unique challenges.

Interestingly, Hamaguchi also mentioned being impressed by Grand Theft Auto VI, expressing his understanding of the pressure on Rockstar Games given GTA V's massive success.

Specifics regarding the third installment remain undisclosed, though Hamaguchi assures fans that development is progressing smoothly. This is noteworthy considering the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. However, he promises a unique gaming experience.

While Final Fantasy XVI's May 2024 launch sales underperformed initial projections, falling short of the fiscal year's forecast, the exact figures remain unannounced. Similarly, sales data for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth also fell short of expectations, though Square Enix maintains that it doesn't view the game as a complete failure. The company remains confident that Final Fantasy XVI can still meet its sales targets within the allocated 18-month timeframe.