Final Fantasy XIV gives the lowdown on new mobile details in interview with director Naoki Yoshida

Final Fantasy XIV Mobile: Director Yoshida Spills the Beans

The upcoming mobile release of Final Fantasy XIV has generated considerable excitement. Fueling the hype is a new interview with director Naoki Yoshida, offering insights into the project's development and what players can anticipate.

Yoshida, a key figure in FFXIV's remarkable turnaround after a troubled launch, reveals that a mobile version was considered much earlier than previously known, but initially deemed infeasible. However, collaboration with Lightspeed Studios led to a breakthrough, making a faithful mobile port a reality.

A New Chapter for Eorzea

FFXIV's journey from a cautionary tale to a genre-defining MMORPG is well-documented. Its mobile debut is highly anticipated, promising to bring the world of Eorzea to a wider audience.

While Yoshida clarifies that FFXIV Mobile won't be a direct, identical port—instead envisioned as a "sister title"—this shouldn't diminish the excitement. For those eager to experience Eorzea on the go, this mobile release is a significant event. The focus will be on delivering a compelling mobile experience, rather than strict parity with the main game.