Tech Desk 
Dec 29, 2024
Final Fantasy 16 captivated fans with its gripping story, stunning graphics, and intense battles. Directed by Hiroshi Takai, the game continued to make waves in 2024 with expansions and a PC launch. Fans eagerly await Takai’s next move as he hints at a new project in 2025.
Takai confirmed he would be working on a new, unannounced game next year. However, he didn’t reveal details, while fans are already speculating.
Some believe it could be Final Fantasy 17, while others hope for a remake of the beloved Final Fantasy Tactics. Takai assured fans that he remains committed to creating games they will love.
Meanwhile, Final Fantasy 16 went stellar in 2024, with its second expansion, The Rising Tide, bringing a new land to the series, Mysidia, and the mysterious Leviathan Eikon.
Later in the year, it was released on PC, containing all the expansions. To add to the thrill of its fans worldwide, there came a surprising collaboration with Tekken 8: bringing Clive Rosfield to the arena as a DLC fighter.
While Creative Studio 3 will continue to support Final Fantasy 14, the team is also preparing for new projects in 2025. Square Enix has been gathering fan feedback on the future of the Final Fantasy series, making everyone all the more excited.
The new game by the director of Final Fantasy 16 is under wraps, but the buzz does not lie. With Takai at the helm, fans can look forward to an exciting future for this beloved franchise.
