Square Enix has officially announced that it is finally reviving the Dissidia Final Fantasy series. It is adding another spin-off entry after not launching anything for eight years. This installment follows the 2017 Dissidia Final Fantasy: Opera Omina. The developers made the reveal on the game’s official X account. It also came with a teaser website. While most details remain unknown, it is clear that the upcoming title is for mobile gaming.
Dissidia Final Fantasy
The Dissidia Final Fantasy series is a set of spin-off titles of the main Final Fantasy franchise. In particular, it brings together popular characters from various Final Fantasy entries. Players can also fight in one-on-one battles. Each match features heroes and villains from the franchise. Some of the characters in the series include Cloud, Squall, and Zidane.
The Dissidia Legacy: Mixed Fan Reactions
According to Screen Rant, the first two entries in the series were a big hit. Also, both the 2011 and 2012 versions received praise from fans for their engaging offerings. However, the installment that followed in 2015 failed to meet the company’s target in sales. It even suffered from mixed reviews outside Japan. Meanwhile, Opera Omnia in 2017 was able to build a loyal following. However, it eventually saw limited success.
Since then, Square Enix has had a bad track record in handling mobile games, said Techedt. Specifically, it is now known for discontinuing games after just a few years. As a result, the feedback on the recent announcement was largely negative. Some are wary of the new game’s future, while others want the franchise to return to consoles. On the other hand, there is a fraction of players who hope the game will be good.
What the Teaser Reveals
On the teaser website, an image hints at the possible playable roster in the game. The teaser photo suggests that there will be 10 characters. The shown roster is a bit hard to break down, since it is in silhouette. However, Techedt reported that fans were able to identify some of them.
- Auron from Final Fantasy X
- Cloud from Final Fantasy VII
- Lightning from Final Fantasy XIII
- Prompto from Final Fantasy XV
- Rinoa from Final Fantasy VIII
- Zidane from Final Fantasy IX
Looking Ahead
Specific details about the new Dissidia Final Fantasy are still a mystery. However, Square Enix is expected to share more in a livestream later today. Final Fantasy fans can look forward to the title reveal, gameplay trailer, character roster, and other details.
The fate of the upcoming title is uncertain. But it will surely spark conversations in the gaming scene.
