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Square Enix undergoes reorganization led by new president Takashi Kiryu to address declining sales, with Dragon Quest producer Yu Miyake stepping down amid delays to Dragon Quest XII and moving to the mobile games division. Yosuke Saito is a potential candidate to lead the Dragon Quest series, as the company aims to focus on internally developed AAA games and streamline production processes.
Yoko Taro, creator of the NieR series, reportedly called out Square Enix's president at a London concert, urging fans to show their desire for a sequel. The use of the word "REP3NT" has sparked speculation about a potential NieR 3. Despite potential skepticism, the buzz around a new installment in the series has reignited interest in NieR.
Square Enix's new CEO, Takashi Kiryu, plans to focus on developing fewer high-quality games to address the company's history of releasing a large number of mid-tier games simultaneously, leading to marketing and quality issues. Kiryu aims to consolidate resources into carefully selected titles, but this strategy raises concerns about potentially sacrificing successful mid-tier games like Nier Automata. While the company's decision to streamline its game lineup is necessary, it must navigate the challenge of maintaining its creative output and identifying opportunities for breakout successes.
Square Enix's new president, Takashi Kiryu, has announced an "aggressive" push into generative AI and further investments in blockchain and cloud technologies for 2024. This initiative aims to enhance game development productivity, sophisticate marketing efforts, and eventually create new forms of content. The company is restructuring to align with these strategic goals, continuing the focus on AI, blockchain, and the cloud as key investment areas.
Square Enix President Takashi Kiryu revealed that he chose Bianca over Nera as his preferred girl to marry in Dragon Quest V. In response to a shareholder's question about approaching the younger generation, Kiryu mentioned the company's diverse range of content and their aim to expand their fan base. The article also mentions upcoming releases, including Dragon Quest Monsters The Dark Prince and Infinity Strash: Dragon Quest - The Adventure of Dai.