Overview
- Naoki Hamaguchi says the trilogy’s conclusion is being paced to feel more concise after reactions to Rebirth’s length and open‑world detours.
- Square Enix has shelved plans for Rebirth DLC to focus resources on completing Part 3, though DLC for the finale is actively under review.
- Development of Part 3 is underway with no release date announced, and the team is targeting a high‑quality multi‑platform launch.
- Hamaguchi confirms the next entry will feature an evolved gameplay style, with a new playable build already running internally.
- Intergrade is slated for Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S early next year, with Rebirth to follow later, as the studio maintains multiplatform plans; he also defended Switch 2’s Game Key Card format and expects Nintendo to promote it.