Introduction

Square Enix, a major player in the video game industry, has revealed plans to speed up production on its biggest franchises. This comes in light of its report for the fiscal year ending in March 2026, which emphasizes the need to create a framework for faster game releases.

Focus on major franchises

In the report, Square Enix said it is primarily focused on its core franchises, including Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. These series have seen a steady stream of releases in recent years, including spin-offs, remasters, and remakes. It is clear that these titles are central to the company’s future plans.

Current and planned releases

Over the past few years, Square Enix has released several titles for both consoles and mobile devices. Key releases include:

• Multiple remakes of classic Dragon Quest games, built in the HD-2D engine.
• A Switch 2 port of the first part of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy.
• A remake of Final Fantasy Tactics.
• The new mobile game Dissidia Duellem.

While spin-offs and remasters provide a steady flow of new content, the mainline series have been subject to longer development cycles. The last mainline Dragon Quest game, part 11, was released nine years ago.

Future expectations

Square Enix’s release roadmap currently includes a Switch 2 port for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. However, there are doubts about when Final Fantasy 17 will arrive, given the franchise’s traditionally long development times. There is also a new expansion for Final Fantasy 14 on the way, which could lay the groundwork for future content in the universe.

It is clear that Square Enix is preparing for a more dynamic future, with a focus on both innovative releases and preserving the rich history of its most important franchises.