Ultimate Fantasy XIV is the newest on-line multiplayer sport to go to cell, becoming a member of Diablo and Monster Hunter amongst others. It’s being developed by Tencent subsidiary LightSpeed Studios, which is answerable for PUBG Cell and not too long ago added Dragon’s Dogma director Hideaki Itsuno to its ranks as a part of its newly-established Japan Studio.
The official launch calls it an “thrilling extension of the beloved franchise” and says it can seize the “immersive expertise of the unique title in a recent, mobile-friendly format.” It is unconfirmed whether or not the brand new cell title will embody cross-progression or any of the expansions, however LightSpeed Studios does plan to retain life-style content material together with fishing, Triple Triad, and chocobo racing.
In a press release as a part of the discharge, Ultimate Fantasy XIV Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida referred to as the brand new launch a “sister to Ultimate Fantasy XIV.”
“It has been 11 years since FFXIV 2.0: A Realm Reborn launched, and this new cell sport will likely be a sister to FFXIV, aiming to recreate the grandeur of the unique’s story and fight mechanics on cell gadgets,” Yoshida stated. “Non-combat options, akin to Disciples of the Land and Hand, can even be faithfully carried out and we sit up for rising alongside the passionate FFXIV neighborhood.”
Ultimate Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn was first launched in 2013 and has skilled large success since, releasing a number of acclaimed expansions, together with Dawntrail earlier this 12 months. It has been lauded for its respectful dealing with of Ultimate Fantasy historical past, its storytelling, and its quite a few options.
The discharge claims that the cell model will enable gamers to “immerse themselves within the meticulously crafted visible expertise that defines Eorzea on cell.” It is going to embody “intricate climate and time-of-day methods” and “over 600 climate patterns throughout numerous landscapes.” The event groups have sought to optimize participant character and gear designs for the unique sport. IGN has requested for clarification on whether or not it can solely characteristic the unique A Realm Reborn content material to begin.
Ultimate Fantasy XIV Cell doesn’t but have a launch date, however a demo will likely be accessible for play checks in China, with a worldwide launch following quickly after.
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