It's a somber day for fans of the Final Fantasy series as War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius gears up for its final curtain call. This mobile title, a spinoff from the renowned Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, is set to cease operations on May 29th of this year. This closure adds to the growing list of Square Enix mobile games that have been discontinued in recent times.
If you're eager to experience War of the Visions one last time, you'll need to dive in before the shutdown date. The game, although a spinoff, follows closely on the heels of the original Brave Exvius, which announced its own closure in September 2024.
Square Enix's recent string of mobile game terminations hints at a broader issue: perhaps an overconfidence in their mobile market strategy. With an extensive lineup of mobile titles, including nostalgic ports of classic games, the company seems to be reevaluating its approach. This shift comes at a time when the highly anticipated Final Fantasy XIV is slated for a mobile release, offering fans yet another avenue to engage with the beloved franchise on their smartphones.
Treading the overworldThe question arises: why the sudden wave of shutdowns from Square Enix? The simplest, yet most challenging explanation might be an oversaturation of the market with numerous spinoffs. As fans look forward to Final Fantasy XIV on mobile, the need for multiple spinoffs may diminish.
While this trend may signal a strategic pivot for Square Enix, it's undoubtedly disappointing for fans of War of the Visions. Yet, all is not lost for mobile RPG enthusiasts; there's still a (albeit shrinking) selection of top-notch Final Fantasy games available on mobile platforms to keep your gaming spirit alive.
