Mobile gaming trends in Japan are influencing console preferences by leading game developers to focus on creating games that can be easily adapted for mobile platforms. This shift is driven by the popularity of mobile gaming and the high potential user base, as consumers do not need to buy dedicated hardware to play games. As a result, console games are increasingly being designed with mobile-friendly features, such as shorter play sessions and in-game purchase options, to attract a wider audience.
Final Fantasy 14 expanded to the Xbox platform this year, with the long-awaited Xbox version being released. The game is also available on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.
The latest expansion for Final Fantasy 14 is called Endwalker. It was released in December 2021 and features the climax of the Hydaelyn and Zodiark story, where Warriors of Light encounter an even greater calamity than ever before as they travel to the far reaches of Hydaelyn and even to the moon2.