Square Enix promises better Xbox support going forward
gematsu.comSquare Enix CEO Takashi Kiryu promised better support for Xbox platforms going forward during Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest 2023 Las Vegas.
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer appeared on stage to announce the Xbox Series version of Final Fantasy XIV alongside the game’s producer and director Naoki Yoshida, before Kiryu joined them.
“What I really appreciate about [Naoki Yoshida] and your team is you put the player at the center of everything that you do,” Spencer said on stage. “It couldn’t be more clear than watching your presentation today. At Xbox, we share a very similar spirit when it comes to our players. And we’re really inspired by how you have made Final Fantasy XIV with [everyone] a global success, and we want to bring the Xbox community and your Warriors of Light together in a way that is safe, secure, and engaging—and above all, fun. And we also see this as a seminal moment in our relationship with [Square Enix] and the Final Fantasy team as we look to partner more closely together in the future.”
Spencer continued, “The entire Xbox team is excited to see how our newest Warriors of Light will use the full capabilities of Xbox Series X and Series S to help save Eorzea. And I’m excited to partner with you, Yoshida-san, and your studios as you bring this incredible franchise to global platforms to enable more players to connect and experience the joy of gaming together.”
Kiryu then joined Spencer and Yoshida on stage.
“First off, I have to thank you, Phil-san, for working with us to make the Xbox version of Final Fantasy XIV a reality,” Kiryu said. “This is a project that wouldn’t have been possible without [Phil’s] support.”
Kiryu continued, “I think I can speak for myself, [Yoshida], and all of our Warriors of
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