The Final Fantasy franchise has reached a monumental milestone by surpassing 200 million copies sold worldwide, according to an official statement from Square Enix. This achievement coincides with the success of the Pixel Remaster series, which has sold over 5 million copies since its launch, thus consolidating the enduring popularity of the saga that began in 1987 with the first game. Through a post on their official Twitter account, Square Enix celebrated this progress and thanked players for their support in the various adventures offered over the years.
Dizzying numbers for any other Japanese franchise
Among the most recent releases are Final Fantasy XVI, launched in 2023, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, which has not only been a sales success but has also set a record for concurrent players on Steam. This performance highlights the ongoing relevance of the franchise, especially in a competitive market where other series like Resident Evil and Monster Hunter have amassed impressive numbers, although they still fall short of the figures for Call of Duty, which has sold over 500 million copies.
The Pixel Remaster series, which includes the first six main games of the franchise, was initially released on PC and mobile devices in 2021, later arriving on consoles like Nintendo Switch and PS4 in 2023, and on Xbox Series X and Series S in 2024. A version for Xbox is expected to launch in 2024, in line with Square Enix’s recent promise to offer more titles for this platform following the success of Final Fantasy XIV on Xbox Series X and S.
Despite the recent successes, Square Enix had indicated in September that both Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Final Fantasy XVI had not met initial sales expectations. However, the success of the franchise suggests that its legacy in the world of video games is stronger than ever.
