
Hints of a Switch 2 Port for Final Fantasy 14
Positive discussions between Nintendo and the team behind Final Fantasy 14 suggest a potential port for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
According to Final Fantasy 14 producer Naoki Yoshida, recent discussions with Nintendo regarding a potential Switch 2 port of the MMO have been positive. Rumors that Final Fantasy 14, along with other Final Fantasy titles, would make their way to the Nintendo Switch 2 have circulated even before the console’s release in June. Fans of the franchise may have plenty to look forward to in the future.
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In a recent interview, Yoshida indicated that Nintendo Switch 2 players might receive good news soon. “We are putting in our best efforts to ensure that this happens,” he said, while also mentioning the possibility of Final Fantasy 16 arriving on the Switch 2 as well. He expressed his aspiration to bring Final Fantasy 14 and 16 to as many gamers as possible, asking for a bit more time to make it happen.
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Discussing the advantages of launching Final Fantasy 14 on the Switch 2, Yoshida noted that players could manage complex and demanding tasks on their PC while also enjoying casual gameplay while relaxing on the sofa with the Switch 2 in hand. He expressed excitement about attracting more users to the MMO genre, highlighting potential first-time players discovering FF14 on the new platform.
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To summarize, while Final Fantasy 14 has recently seen a decline in player engagement and revenues, the community believes it’s a common phase for MMOs between major updates. The title’s recent reboot in 2013 paved the way for its success, and the anticipation surrounding its potential port to the Switch 2 is palpable.