Square Enix is ending two fan-favorite mobile gacha games, Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius and Dragon Quest of the Stars, highlighting tough times for Japan's mobile gaming scene. As competition heats up and costs rise, developers are feeling the squeeze. Notable figures like game director Suemaru are worried about shrinking job prospects in mobile gaming, where skills aren't easily transferable to consoles. While some titles like Fate/Grand Order are still thriving, the future of mobile gaming in Japan looks uncertain with rising expenses and market oversaturation.
Published on: 8/27/2025
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