FINAL FANTASY XIV Producer/Director and FINAL FANTASY XVI Producer
Naoki Yoshida
A big congratulations to the FF series on its 35th anniversary!
And greetings to all those reading this message. I’m Naoki Yoshida, producer/director for FINAL FANTASY XIV and producer for FINAL FANTASY XVI.
Some of you may find it strange that I’m congratulating a series I work on, but I actually bought the original FINAL FANTASY when it came out, and continued to love the series even after joining the games industry. In short, I’m a regular fan just like you.
That’s why I truly want to congratulate all those who worked on the series before me, and why I’m determined anew to give my all to working on it.
As it happens, we’ll be releasing the newest entry in the series, FINAL FANTASY XVI, on June 22nd this year. The team have poured their blood, sweat, and tears into this title, and we’ll be releasing lots more information in the buildup to its launch. Once it’s finally on store shelves, I hope that you all pick it up and experience one of the finest games we have to offer.
2023 also represents 10 years since FFXIV A Realm Reborn released, and we will continue working to make it even better. We have lots planned including in-person fan festivals held worldwide, collaborations, and in-game content, so pay close attention to FFXIV in 2023!
Allow me once again, as someone involved with the FF series, to express my gratitude to all the fans and gamers out there for standing by us over the years. Truly, thank you.
I promise to keep working as hard as I can to produce the best stories and games possible!