Square Enix Now Maintains Just Nine Live‑Service Mobile Games
What’s Left of Square Enix’s Mobile Live‑Service Lineup
Square Enix, once known for a vast catalog of mobile games, has now scaled back significantly. Only nine live‑service mobile titles remain active today. This strategic reduction comes amid falling sales, fierce market competition, and growing costs of maintaining mobile games over time.
The Games That Have Been Retired
Several titles have recently been shut down, reflecting the shifting landscape of mobile gaming:
- War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius officially ended global service on May 29, 2025, just five years after launch.
- Final Fantasy Brave Exvius and Dragon Quest of the Stars are set to shut down in Japan on October 31, 2025, both ending after nearly a decade of operation.
These shutdowns mark the end of an era for many long-time fans and highlight the challenges even major publishers face in sustaining live‑service mobile titles.
A New Strategy for Square Enix
The company’s decision to reduce its mobile live‑service lineup is part of a broader internal shift. Square Enix is now focusing on fewer, higher-quality titles that can deliver long-term engagement and profitability. This approach is part of their multi-year plan running through 2027, aimed at rebooting productivity and redefining their mobile gaming direction.
Final Thought
Square Enix’s move to downsize its mobile portfolio is a clear response to a maturing market and lessons learned from years of experimentation. In a space where attention is limited and expectations are high, even major IPs like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest need more than brand power to survive. This streamlined focus could pave the way for deeper, richer mobile gaming experiences in the future—ones that are built to last and connect meaningfully with players.
