Final Fantasy 14 Mobile Might Be Coming to China Soon
Aug 04, 2024 10:31 AMIt appears that the much-anticipated mobile version of Final Fantasy 14 is set to debut in China. Tencent has confirmed that China’s National Press and Publication Administration (NPPA) approved 15 import games, including a mobile game based on Final Fantasy XIV, indicating it's moving forward. This new game, developed by Tencent and Square Enix, is expected to be a standalone MMORPG different from the PC version, potentially launching within 3 to 6 months. Alongside this, Tencent is collaborating with Koei Tecmo on a Dynasty Warriors 8 mobile game and is distributing Mario Golf: Super Rush and Paper Mario: The Origami King in China.
Will the mobile version of Final Fantasy 14 allow you to transfer your character from the PC version?nNo, the mobile version is designed to be a standalone MMORPG, meaning you won't be able to transfer your character from the PC version.
Final Fantasy XIV is an MMORPG developed by Square Enix. Originally released in 2010, the game was relaunched in 2013 as Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn after the initial version received negative responses. The game has grown significantly with expansions like Heavensward, Stormblood, Shadowbringers, and Endwalker, adding new storylines, areas, and job classes. The mobile game is expected to bring a new context to this expansive universe.
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Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-08-04 10:54:02
This is a fascinating move by Tencent and Square Enix to tap into the mobile gaming market in China with such a beloved franchise. It'll be interesting to see how they adapt the expansive world of Final Fantasy XIV into a standalone mobile experience—hopefully, it lives up to the high standards set by the PC version
Sephiroth commented on: 2024-08-04 10:48:02
It's exciting to see Final Fantasy XIV making its mobile debut in China, thanks to the collaboration between Tencent and Square Enix. Given its standalone nature, it will be interesting to see how they adapt the expansive world of Eorzea for mobile gamers.
Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-08-04 10:42:03
The launch of Final Fantasy 14’s mobile version in China is an exciting development, especially with Tencent and Square Enix at the helm—it'll be intriguing to see how they adapt the rich, expansive world of FFXIV to mobile play. Although character transfers from the PC version won’t be possible, this standalone MMORPG could offer a fresh experience tailored for mobile gamers that’s worth diving into.
