Japanese Snack Brand Koikeya Celebrates FFXIV's Ten Year Anniversary - Hardcore Gamer
It’s hard to believe that it’s been a decade since Final Fantasy XIV launched and grew to become one of the most successful MMOs of all time. For those of us around in the early days, it’s no secret the game was in rough shape. So much so, that developers basically nuked the 1.0 product and spun the “great reset” as an important piece of lore instead. Now, Final Fantasy XIV has made amazing strides in gameplay, story and overall aesthetics while continuing to respond positively to player feedback along the way. The title is so celebrated around the world that even brands outside the gaming industry are excited to represent an important anniversary in the game’s history.
Eorzea Popoto Chips have been baked and are ready for release in Japan on August 25 –the “popoto” being Final Fantasy’s version of a potato. Popular Japanese snack brand Koikeya has teamed up with Final Fantasy XIV to create their first ever collaboration. Thinly sliced and deep-fried, these chips are seasoned with “Crystal Rock Salt” for a sharp taste that honors themes within the franchise. Before anyone asks, no lalafell were harmed in the making of these chips — the community at large regards these diminutive people as snack foods in an ongoing joke. There are six types of packaging with varying characters and visuals that pay homage to the long-running game.
From packaging that celebrates the newly added Island Sanctuary, to our favorite administrative assistant Tataru being featured, these snacks are sure to be of special interest to collectors. In addition to these visuals, a special fusion of the FFXIV Meteor symbol and Koikeya’s brand mark will be featured at the top of each bag. According to the Koikeya site, interested buyers are allowed up to
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