Emberstoria, Square Enix\'s new Japan-exclusive RPG, launches tomorrow

Emberstoria, a new mobile strategy RPG from Square Enix, launches in Japan on November 27th. The game, set in a world called Purgatory, features resurrected warriors known as Embers battling monsters. It boasts a classic Square Enix style: a grand, dramatic narrative, impressive visuals, and a diverse cast of characters voiced by over 40 actors. Players build their own flying city, Anima Arca, and engage in strategic combat.

While the Japan-only launch is initially disappointing for Western audiences, the game's potential global release is a point of discussion. Recent news of Square Enix transferring Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent operations to NetEase raises questions about the company's mobile strategy. This could mean Emberstoria's global release might be handled by NetEase, or it may remain Japan-exclusive. The path to a global release, or lack thereof, will be telling regarding Square Enix's future mobile game plans.

The situation highlights the frequent disparity between Japanese mobile game releases and those available internationally. For players eager to experience more Japanese mobile titles, a curated list of desirable games unavailable outside Japan is recommended.