Analyst Regrets Error on Final Fantasy 16's 3.5M Sales Claim
Mar 22, 2025 5:47 PMAn analyst has retracted his claim that Final Fantasy 16 sold 3.5 million copies, clarifying the figure was merely an estimate rather than confirmed sales by publisher Square Enix. Toyo Securities analyst Hideki Yasuda issued an apology for the misinformation, emphasizing that his statement was based on internal estimates and not supported by Square Enix's figures. The company has been cautious regarding Final Fantasy 16’s sales, initially reporting strong performance but later admitting to falling short of expectations despite the franchise's overall successful history of over 200 million copies sold globally.
What was the correct sales figure for Final Fantasy 16?The analyst's figure of 3.5 million copies was an estimate and not a confirmed sales figure from Square Enix. The exact sales numbers have not been disclosed by the publisher.
Final Fantasy 16, released in June 2023 for the PS5, is the latest installment in the iconic JRPG series developed by Square Enix. Known for its elaborate storytelling, stunning graphics, and captivating combat system, it aims to marry classic RPG elements with modern gameplay mechanics. Despite initial positive feedback, the title has received criticism for not meeting sales expectations, raising concerns about its performance compared to previous entries in the franchise.
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N3rdo commented on: 2025-03-23 00:12:10
Man, it’s wild how much weight a single estimate can carry in the gaming world, especially for a juggernaut like Final Fantasy. Here’s hoping Square Enix drops some official numbers soon so we can stop playing the guessing game and just celebrate (or commiserate) properly.
Miss Peachy commented on: 2025-03-23 00:06:09
It’s always tricky when estimates get mistaken for hard numbers, especially in a franchise as beloved as Final Fantasy. Hopefully, Square Enix shares some concrete sales data soon to clear the air and give fans a better picture of how FF16 is really performing.
