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Check out who's live tonight in the following starter pack! Those who have indicated they are live will have a red Live icon encircling their profile pic. (There's still room for additions! If I missed you please email tgarsow@novacrystallis.com)

Romancing SaGa 3 Destinies United details traveling companions, gameplay systems & battle features:

Free December update to Octopath Traveler 0 includes new Wishvale villagers & a super boss update for the Monster Arena:

Square Enix shares an illustration by artist Mse to mark the 15th anniversary of Final Fantasy Type-0:

Square Enix shares a new clip exploring the Midgar area on chocoboback in Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Cloud rides a pink chocobo, which can dash and glide through the air. More about Final Fantasy VII Revelation: novacrystallis.com/category/fin... 🎞️SQEX

New illustrated cards for the 'Memories of Life' booster pack, set to release November 11, 2026: illustration: Fumio Minagawa [30-044L] Fickblix (Final Fantasy XI) [30-045R] Verena (Final Fantasy XI) illustration: Yu Cheng Hong [30-103L] Ultima Weapon (Mobius Final Fantasy)

Turn-based RPG enjoyers have another title to add to their list. Romancing SaGa 3 Destinies United looks to be a promising remake that well serves newcomers to SaGa series systems. Our written (and video!) report from our hands-on session:

Turn-based RPG enjoyers have another title to add to their list. Romancing SaGa 3 Destinies United looks to be a promising remake that well serves newcomers to SaGa series systems. Our written (and video!) report from our hands-on session:

Y'shtola Rhul (Final Fantasy XIV) is the next limited fighter in Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, available between October 27~November 23, 2026. Details & trailer: novacrystallis.com/2026/10/ysht...

Various boss designs for Final Fantasy XIV Evercold, illustrated by character concept artist Tetsu Tsukamato. (Final Fantasy VIII, IX, X, X-2, XIII, XIII-2, and XIV) Previous work on FFXIV: 🔗 na.finalfantasyxiv.com/blog/003359....

Final Fantasy VII Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi shares this screenshot from the game, showing that the piano minigame has been expanded to include new "sounds" including an acoustic guitar, drums, & double bass. Our latest about Final Fantasy VII Revelation: novacrystallis.com/2026/10/the-...

🎮 Final Fantasy Resonance

The Keybound Brawler attraction in Final Fantasy XIV's Gold Saucer will run from Oct. 28, 2026 to the launch of Evercold (Jan. 2027) & will run irregularly after. This typing minigame will feature collabs with other titles, & the first will be with the Final Fantasy VII Remake series. New details:

Colin Ryan (Alphinaud) and Bethan Walker (Alisaie) sound off on the latest episode of Square Enix Party Chat:

Our review of Final Fantasy Resonance is currently in-progress—we'll be sharing it soon!

Dragon Quest Smash/Grow #013 [10/20 Update]: • Event: 0.5 Year Anniversary Campaigns • Event: Dragon Quest IV Collaboration • Vocation: Gladiator (req. Warrior & Martial Artist Lv. 50) • 'Zenithian Sword' wepn & 'Zenithian Set' gear • Gauntlet Season 6 begins 10/23

Final Fantasy Tactics The War of the Lions has been updated on iOS/Android platforms with controller support, fast-forward option, 60 FPS performance & more:

Sample of 'A New World FFRK Ver. arrange from FFV' from the Japanese client of Final Fantasy Record Keeper:

Dragon Quest Monsters The Withered World details its online modes and a new roguelike mode:

Last week, we checked out an early section of Final Fantasy VII Revelation where Cloud and party traverse the Whirlwind Maze in pursuit of Sephiroth. Our written (and video) report by James Stine:

'All Saints' Wake' seasonal event returns to Final Fantasy XIV from October 15 to November 2, 2026:

Final Fantasy XI's October 2026 Login Campaign is live now through November 7, 2026. Earn points by logging in to spend on various rewards, including the featured item: Scientist's Board (furnishing). More about the October 2026 Update: novacrystallis.com/2026/10/fina...

Last week, we checked out an early section of Final Fantasy VII Revelation where Cloud and party traverse the Whirlwind Maze in pursuit of Sephiroth. Our written (and video) report by James Stine:

FFXIV 7.57 Patch Notes: • Same-region player matching for JP data centers; once confirmed stable, it'll roll out to NA/EU. • Season 1 Crucible Rankings begin Oct. 25. • Beasts that /stay will face enemies for Tempered Release & Parting Blow. 🔗 The Lodestone: na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/to...

'Promises to Keep' (music video) from: Piano Collections FINAL FANTASY XIV Till Dawn My Tears Flow Composer: Masayoshi Soken Pianist: Keiko More about the album here: novacrystallis.com/2026/08/fina...

Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii has released a new game, which he claims was made in “just about 30 minutes,” with generative AI. vgc.news/news/the-las...

Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy players can draw a new outfit for Zidane, 'Stellazzio's Scion', starting today through October 26, 2026: More about the most recent season: novacrystallis.com/2026/09/kuja...