Square Enix Announces Major Game Development Restructure
The reorganization aims to enhance game quality and profit margins, starting April, amidst financial challenges.
- Square Enix plans a major restructure of its game development system to improve game quality and profit margins, set to begin in April.
- The reorganization aims to reduce outsourcing, focusing more on in-house development and introducing a new quality checking mechanism.
- Despite the launch of titles like 'Final Fantasy XVI', Square Enix reported a decrease in net sales and operating income, highlighting the need for change.
- The company's president, Takashi Kiryu, emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and the potential benefits of generative AI in the development process.
- Square Enix's upcoming title, 'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth', is anticipated to be a success, amidst efforts to revitalize the company's game lineup.