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Final Fantasy XI

Final Fantasy XI is a subscription-based MMORPG where players can explore, conquer, and protect the fantastical land of Vana’diel. It features a unique class system, with 22 non-static jobs, and the story-rich experience that is essential to all Final Fantasy games.

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Publisher: Square Enix
Playerbase: Low
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: May 16, 2002
Pros: +Story-rich MMORPG. +Unique class system with non-static jobs. +Party gameplay well-balanced.
Cons: -Monthly subscription fee. -PS2 and Xbox servers have been closed. -Dated graphics. -Steep learning curve.

Square-Enix Rocks 2015 Fiscal Year

February 5, 2016 Marc Marasigan Comments

2015 was a good year for Square-Enix according to their recently released financial report. The popular publishing company's net sales were up by 28.5%, while profits increased by 24% compared to 2014, resulting in total earnings of 13.5 billion yen ($115.7million) at the end of the year.

The company’s triumphant year is attributed to the success of multiple franchises including Dragon Quest X and two-time strong performer – Final Fantasy XIV. Other big contributors were Just Cause 3 and Rise of the Tomb Raider.

In addition, the report forecasts yet another good year for Square-Enix with net sales of 200 – 220 billion yen ($1.7 - $1.9 million) and profits of 11 -18 billion yen ($94 - $153 million) for the end of this financial year.

Check out the trailer of Square Enix’s upcoming game Final Fantasy XV below or read through the complete financial report here.

FINAL FANTASY XV - Dawn 2.0 Trailer

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Lord of Vermilion Arena

Lord of Vermilion Arena is a 3D fantasy themed MOBA with collectible card game (CCG) elements. Build a custom deck of minions that can be summoned to fight alongside you in action packed 7v7 matches.

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Publisher: Square Enix
Type: CCG MOBA
Release Date: June 4, 2015
Shut Down Date: June 30, 2016
Pros: +Unique blend of two genres. +Multiple maps. +Plenty of cards to collect. +Single player Story Mode.
Cons: -Limited information available. -No Western release announced. -Expensive cards may cause "pay-to-win" balance issues.

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Final Fantasy XIV

Final Fantasy XIV is a 3D fantasy-themed MMORPG from Square Enix with a strong emphasis on storytelling. It's a themepark MMORPG with a whole host of content from raiding to minion collecting. Fans of JRPGs will find a lot to like in Final Fantasy XIV as it has a 100+ hour story with top notch production value.

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Publisher: Square Enix
Playerbase: High
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: August 27, 2013 (NA/EU)
PvP: Duels / Arenas
Pros: +Great character customization. +Excellent soundtrack. +Good variety of classes and professions. +Player housing. +Unlimited free trial.
Cons: -Zero class customization. -Early game feels a bit slow. -Lengthy story content must be completed before being able to access raids.

(65 votes, average: 3.62 / 5)

Wakfu

Wakfu is a tactical, turn-based fantasy MMORPG where players fight monsters on a tiled playing field. Actively replenish resources in a player-driven world and participate in a nation's politics to wage war against your neighbors.

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Publisher: Ankama Games, Square Enix
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Turn-Based MMORPG
Release Date: February 29, 2012
Pros: +Player-driven resources. +Complex class mechanics. +Nations with player politics.
Cons: -Heavy combat grinding. -Some poor translations. -Poor combat camera.

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