It's a somber day for fans of the Final Fantasy series, as one of its beloved mobile titles, War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, is set to be discontinued. The game will officially cease operations on May 29th of this year. This closure marks yet another in a series of Square Enix mobile game shutdowns, joining the ranks of other titles that have been shuttered in recent times.

For those who have yet to experience War of the Visions, there's still a brief window to dive into the action before it disappears for good. This title, a spinoff of the main Brave Exvius series, follows closely on the heels of the original Brave Exvius's announced closure in September 2024, adding to the growing list of Square Enix mobile games facing the axe.

Square Enix's recent decisions reflect a broader trend of mobile game closures, suggesting a possible crisis of confidence in their mobile portfolio. Despite this, the company maintains a robust catalog of mobile offerings, including ports of classic retro titles. The timing of War of the Visions's shutdown is particularly notable, coming just as the highly anticipated Final Fantasy XIV is preparing for its mobile release, offering fans another way to engage with the franchise on the go.

The situation raises questions about market saturation and perhaps a touch of overconfidence on Square Enix's part. While the loss of War of the Visions might be disappointing for its dedicated players, the silver lining is that fans still have access to an (albeit shrinking) selection of the best Final Fantasy games on mobile to continue enjoying the series' rich RPG experience.

Treading the overworldThe closure of War of the Visions and other Square Enix mobile titles prompts reflection on the company's strategy. It's evident that the market might be oversaturated with numerous spin-offs, potentially diluting the focus and resources that could be better allocated. As Final Fantasy XIV gears up for its mobile debut, it's clear that fans have plenty of ways to immerse themselves in the Final Fantasy universe, even as some doors close.