Connect with us

News

Final Fantasy XVI postponed six months due to coronavirus pandemic

Published

on

Final Fantasy XVI postponed six months due to coronavirus pandemic

As much as many people have normalized the coronavirus pandemic, the world situation is still unstable, with many places adopting new restriction measures to try to contain the virus’s spread, in addition to the appearance of new even more worrying variants, such as Ômicron.

Over the last year, we’ve seen several major games including Ghostwire Tokyo, God of War: Ragnarok and Horizon Forbidden West being pushed back by the pandemic and according to a news release by Square Enix, the highly anticipated Final Fantasy XIV has also had to be postponed.

Although some earlier rumours said the game had been in development for four years and could be released soon, producer Naoki Yoshida had to break the bad news through the game’s official Twitter account.

Greetings everyone.

The last time we spoke, I promised to bring news on Final Fantasy XVI by the end of 2021. Despite that, I am sorry to report that I will not be able to keep that promise as the complications of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has delayed the development of the game in almost six months.

With the newest title in the Final Fantasy franchise being developed for the PS5, the game has a huge team of talented creators around the world. However, as a way of trying to alleviate the effects of the pandemic, we had to decentralize this workforce, allowing employees to work remotely. This made it difficult to communicate with our Tokyo office, leading to delays or, in some cases, the cancellation of delivery of materials made by our external partners.

That said, we’ve spent much of 2021 addressing this issue and hopefully the effects will be minimal next year, allowing us to better focus on the task at hand: improving graphics quality, refining combat mechanics, breaking down individual battles, putting the finishing touches on the kinematics and drive general graphical improvements. Our main objective now is to test the game as much as possible to see how it looks.

This leaves us with the question, when will we have more information? Well, I’m happy to report that our plan is to make big reveals in the first quarter of 2022 as we build the excitement for the game’s release.

I sincerely apologize to all those waiting for news from Final Fantasy XVI and thank you for your patience as we combine our development efforts.

The apologies certainly sound sincere and after the Cyberpunk 2077 fiasco, many developers fear releasing a shoddy game in order to avoid headaches with consumers.

Are you looking forward to Final Fantasy XVI?

Final Fantasy XVI has been in development for 4 years and arrives earlier than expected, rumour says

During the PlayStation 5 Showcase, an event at which the price of the new console was finally revealed, Sony and Square Enix surprised fans around the world with the announcement of Final Fantasy XVI. Developed by the team responsible for Final Fantasy XIV Heavensward, the new title in the renowned franchise seems to follow the formula of the MMO and Final Fantasy VII Remake in a format closer to Western Action RPGs, with a strong focus on real-time combat.

Announced as a PlayStation 5 exclusive, although temporarily, the game may have been in development for no less than 4 years, as stated by journalist Jason Schreier, known for being in direct contact with the gaming industry. Schreier has a long history of hitting his leaks, with the existence of the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake being the most recent of them.

The journalist also claims that Final Fantasy XVI should reach players’ hands much sooner than most people think. “I’ve heard from people involved in the development of the game that it’s been in production for at least four years, so it should be out sooner than people expect,” Jason Schreier said in a conversation on the Triple Click podcast.

In a post on Square Enix’s official website, producer Naoki Yoshida and director Hiroshi Takai confirmed that the released trailer contains cutscenes and battles running in real-time, but that what was seen represents “a fraction of what the team has developed since the beginning of production”. The developers even cite the numerous challenges they have already faced, which reinforces the information released by Schreier and end by announcing that more Final Fantasy XVI information should be released in 2021.

Advertisement

News

Steam Deck 2 won’t arrive for a couple of years

Published

on

Steam Deck 2 won't arrive for a couple of years

When asked about the possible arrival of a more powerful Steam Deck, Valve’s Pierre-Loup Griffais hinted that we won’t see a successor to the hybrid between PC and portable console for at least a couple of years. The decision depends both on the intention to maintain a fixed ecosystem in terms of optimization targets for developers, guaranteeing players that every Deck in circulation is able to run the same titles, and on hardware issues.

Valve, Griffais said, will work on increasing performance only when it is possible to significantly increase power without significant impacts on efficiency and autonomy. And it’s something that according to the developer won’t happen over the next two years. We will therefore have to wait until at least 2025 if not 2026 to see a Steam Deck 2 appear.

Changing performance levels is not something we take lightly and we only want to do it when a significant enough improvement can be achieved. We also don’t want increased performance to come at a significant cost to power efficiency and battery life. I don’t foresee such a leap being possible in the next couple of years, but we are still closely monitoring innovations in architecture and manufacturing processes to see where this goes. – Pierre-Loup Griffais, Valve

Despite Griffais’ words, improved versions of the current model cannot be ruled out which would undoubtedly benefit from greater autonomy or a screen with Variable Refresh Rate. Just think of the recent rumors about the new Valve hardware and also how it never refers to specific models, excluding only the increase in power.

Meanwhile, the Steam Deck is still capable of running the latest games but struggles with titles like Starfield, despite the optimizations of version 3.5 of the console’s operating system, unlike consoles like the Asus ROG Ally and the Ayaneo AIR 1S. It stays through most attractive in terms of price /quality ratio, being available for 419 euros in the version with 64 GB of storage, however expandable with solutions such as the WD Black SN770M SSD.

Continue Reading

News

Director of Star Wars Jedi Survivor Leaves EA, Why

Published

on

Director of Star Wars Jedi Survivor Leaves EA, Why

Director of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Jedi: Survivor, Stig Asmussen is reportedly leaving Electronic Arts ( EA ). Why?

According to reports, Asmussen is leaving EA to seek other challenges in his gaming industry career.

“With careful thought and consideration, Stig Asmussen has decided to leave Respawn to pursue other adventures, and we wish him the best,” an EA spokesperson said.

“Respawn’s veteran leaders will take a key role in guiding the team as they continue their work on Star Wars Jedi: Survivor,” EA continued.

Asmussen has been a director at Respawn Entertainment for 14 years. Previously, he worked at Sony Interactive Entertainment, where he primarily worked on the God of War series, including God of War III.

Currently, Asmussen has not yet determined his next destination.

The Star Wars: Jedi series has been a striking success story for EA, making it something of an exception to the company’s experience with the franchise as a whole. When EA first revealed Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order in 2018, the company had just faced major controversy over the implementation of loot boxes in Battlefront 2.

Despite being criticized for bugs, Fallen Order turned out to be a success for EA , and Survivor further strengthened the series.

Asmussen previously said that he wanted to make Star Wars: Jedi a trilogy, so his sudden departure is all the more surprising.

Continue Reading

News

The second story of Sea of ​​Thieves: The Legend of Monkey Island is now available

Published

on

The second story of Sea of ​​Thieves

The second part of the collaboration between Sea of ​​Thieves and Monkey Island will take us on a search for three lost symbols.

The last Xbox Game Showcase had several protagonists. Fable, Clockwork Revolution, and Towerbone were some of the titles that attracted the most attention, without forgetting Starfield. However, there was another exclusive Microsoft game that announced the news at the show that, in the meantime, was somewhat more covered up.

We talk about Sea of ​​Thieves and its new free expansion: The Legend of Monkey Island. A unique collaboration with the iconic license that allows us to live unique adventures. A series of new chapters that allow us to explore Melee Island and enjoy new game mechanics. Something that we already saw in the first chapter and that is repeated in the second that is now available.

Return to Melee Island and embark on a new adventure

Dubbed The Search for Guybrush, this new grand tale picks up where the previous one left off. In it, we have the mission to make Guybrush Threepwood see reason, for which we will have to find the three symbols with true pirate courage. This new chapter brings new mechanics and new areas available on Melee Island to explore.

Previously, we could only visit the city, while the rest of the island was covered by a mysterious fog that prevented passage and has now moved in some areas.

Sea of ​​Thieves is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC, in addition to being included in Xbox Game Pass.

Continue Reading
Advertisement

Title

The Evolution of Mobile Games A Journey through Inventors and Innovations The Evolution of Mobile Games A Journey through Inventors and Innovations
wiki2 months ago

The Evolution of Mobile Games: A Journey through Inventors and Innovations

Share via: Mobile games have become an integral part of our daily lives, providing entertainment on the go. But have...

Who created GTA Game Who created GTA Game
wiki4 months ago

Who Created GTA Game | Exploring the Creative Minds Behind the Creation of GTA Game

Share via: Grand Theft Auto (GTA) has carved its name as an iconic and revolutionary video game series in the...

Who Invented Contra Who Invented Contra
wiki4 months ago

Who Invented Contra

Share via: Contra, an iconic video game celebrated for its thrilling action, intense gameplay, and enduring legacy, was invented by...

first video game in the world first video game in the world
wiki6 months ago

Which is the first video game in the world

Share via: In the mesmerizing realm of modern gaming, it’s essential to pay tribute to the forefather, the humble yet...

Who Invented Video Game Who Invented Video Game
wiki6 months ago

Who Invented Video Game

Share via: The world of video games has evolved into a massive industry, captivating millions of enthusiasts globally. However, the...

Steam Deck 2 won't arrive for a couple of years Steam Deck 2 won't arrive for a couple of years
News7 months ago

Steam Deck 2 won’t arrive for a couple of years

Share via: When asked about the possible arrival of a more powerful Steam Deck, Valve’s Pierre-Loup Griffais hinted that we...

Director of Star Wars Jedi Survivor Leaves EA, Why Director of Star Wars Jedi Survivor Leaves EA, Why
News7 months ago

Director of Star Wars Jedi Survivor Leaves EA, Why

Share via: Director of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Jedi: Survivor, Stig Asmussen is reportedly leaving Electronic Arts (...

The second story of Sea of ​​Thieves The second story of Sea of ​​Thieves
News8 months ago

The second story of Sea of ​​Thieves: The Legend of Monkey Island is now available

Share via: The second part of the collaboration between Sea of ​​Thieves and Monkey Island will take us on a...

DC Universe Online Will Come to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X DC Universe Online Will Come to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X
PS58 months ago

DC Universe Online Will Come to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X

Share via: Game developer Dimensional Ink Games announced that DC Universe Online will be coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox...

EA Sports FC 24 shows us its technical innovations graphics engine, referee camera and more EA Sports FC 24 shows us its technical innovations graphics engine, referee camera and more
News9 months ago

EA Sports FC 24 shows us its technical innovations: graphics engine, referee camera and more

Share via: We continue with all the news that will come to EA Sports FC 24. This time, they have...

Trending