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Underwhelming Preorders for Final Fantasy 16: Square Enix Faces Unexpected Setback

Reports surface about Square Enix's unease over the preorder figures for Final Fantasy 16, leading to concerns about the game's anticipated success.

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Recent leaks circulating online have brought attention to Square Enix’s alleged dissatisfaction with the number of preorders received for their highly anticipated title, Final Fantasy 16. While it is challenging to independently verify these reports, the situation described is not entirely implausible.

Renowned leaker Imran Khan shared details on his Patreon, asserting that the preorders for Final Fantasy 16 are slightly trailing behind those of its predecessor, Final Fantasy 15. Square Enix had taken into account the game’s platform exclusivity in their estimations, but it seems that the level of interest in the upcoming installment is lower than initially anticipated, at least in the pre-launch phase.

In his statement, Khan mentioned, “I recently heard that Square Enix is ​​panicking a bit about Final Fantasy 16 pre-orders, which are lagging behind FF15, even when taking into account the lower number of launch platforms.

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However, it is crucial to keep in mind that pre-order figures do not necessarily reflect the actual sales performance on the game’s release day, and the final sales numbers could surpass expectations.”

Imran Khan, a former editor of Game Informer and Fanbyte, as well as a co-host of the well-known podcast Kinda Funny, continues to have credibility and is frequently cited by industry experts. Although he currently engages with the gaming industry only in his free time, his insider knowledge and reliable sources lend weight to his claims.

Maintaining Caution and Context

It is essential to approach such reports with a degree of skepticism and maintain a cautious stance. Furthermore, it is worth acknowledging that the development timeline and player anticipation for Final Fantasy 15 significantly differed from the current circumstances surrounding Final Fantasy 16.

Final Fantasy 15 underwent a lengthy development period, capturing the curiosity and attention of numerous players along the way.

Additionally, it is crucial to consider the context of the current gaming landscape. The PlayStation 5 (PS5) currently has a smaller user base compared to the PS4 during the release of Final Fantasy 15. Therefore, even if the number of preorders appears to be lower, it could still be considered a relative success given the smaller audience size.

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