Final Fantasy XVII May See New, Younger Team, Says Producer

Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy XVI, suggests a fresh approach to keep the franchise relevant, but clarifies no official decisions have been made yet.

Naoki Yoshida, the producer of Final Fantasy XVI, suggests that the next installment in the series, Final Fantasy XVII, should be directed by a younger team to bring fresh ideas and keep the franchise relevant.
Yoshida, who has worked on two games in the series, believes it's time for new blood to take the helm.
He emphasizes the importance of considering the series' heritage while also looking to the future and adapting to today's world.
Yoshida also hints at the possibility of the series continuing to challenge itself in the action genre, building on the experience gained from Final Fantasy XVI.
Despite his suggestions, Yoshida clarifies that nothing has been officially decided yet for the direction of Final Fantasy XVII.