Final Fantasy: Are We Waiting Too Long for New Releases?
One key idea in PorchgoosePT’s post revolves around the significant difference in release frequencies. During the PSX and PS2 eras, Square Enix consistently produced mainline games at an impressive rate – approximately one every 1.5 years during their prime period. Yet, over the last sixteen years, only three mainline games, two sequels, and two remakes have been released. Some users, like Mooncubus, remark that “FF fans have been feasting on a rich buffet of content” in the past ten years due to various formats such as MMOs like FFXIV and FFXVI. However, there seems to be a strong desire among fans for traditional mainline titles, feeling that the heart of the series is losing its rhythm, possibly due to a perceived shift from substantial gameplay to excessive production values.