It's a somber day for fans of the Final Fantasy series, as one of its mobile titles, War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, is set to shut down. This game, a spinoff of the main Brave Exvius entry, will cease operations on May 29th of this year. If you're eager to experience the game one last time, you'll need to dive back in before the final curtain falls.
War of the Visions joins a growing list of Square Enix mobile games that have been discontinued in recent years. Interestingly, this closure comes after the original Brave Exvius announced its own shutdown in September 2024. The pattern of closures raises questions about Square Enix's strategy for their mobile offerings.
Regardless of the quality of War of the Visions, it's clear that Square Enix has been grappling with challenges in the mobile gaming space. With a vast array of mobile titles, including ports of classic retro games, the company seems to be facing a crisis of confidence. This situation is particularly notable as the highly anticipated Final Fantasy XIV is set to launch on mobile devices, offering fans yet another way to engage with the franchise on the go.
The frequent shutdowns might suggest an overconfidence in the market, leading to an oversaturation of spin-offs. This has unfortunately resulted in fans losing access to games they enjoyed. However, all is not lost for mobile Final Fantasy enthusiasts. We still have a curated, albeit shrinking, list of the best Final Fantasy games available on mobile to keep your RPG cravings satisfied.
Treading the overworld
