Square Enix Reports Disappointing Sales for Final Fantasy 16 and 7 Rebirth
The company cites internal competition and strategic failings as key factors in the underperformance of its major titles.
- Square Enix's financial report reveals that Final Fantasy 16 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth did not meet sales expectations.
- President Takashi Kiryu attributed the disappointing profits to internal competition and poor management of the company's game portfolio.
- Despite an increase in net sales, the company faced significant operating losses due to high development costs and impairment charges.
- The report highlighted a shift towards a multiplatform strategy to avoid cannibalization and improve future profitability.
- Square Enix is restructuring internally and diversifying its release schedule to better manage its game launches and market reach.