Naoki Hamaguchi has Played Through Final Fantasy Revelation 46 Times?!
Game Director Naoki Hamaguchi and Combat Director Teruki Endo from the Final Fantasy Remake, Rebirth, and Revelation trilogy team shared insights into their development process and creative inspirations in a recent interview. The two discussed their early gaming influences and the major AAA titles they engaged with before beginning work on the ambitious trilogy project.
In a notable reveal, Hamaguchi disclosed that he has played through Final Fantasy Revelation 46 times as part of preparation for the game’s launch. This extensive playtesting demonstrates the directors’ commitment to thoroughly evaluating their work before release.
The interview also explored the character Chadley, who has become a significant presence in the Final Fantasy Remake universe. The directors addressed how this character evolved into such a major role across the trilogy, examining the design decisions and creative choices that shaped Chadley’s expanded prominence in the series.