I recently dusted offFinal Fantasy Xfor the first time in ten years, and once again, Yuna’s journey completely captivated me. I was immediately drawn to her quiet strength and unwavering determination, the same way I was when I first met her years ago. It was not an easy task for Yuna to save Spira from the threat of Sin, but she faced each challenge with grace and courage. Watching her balance the complexities of her duty and the sacrifices she had to make, I was deeply touched by her courage.
Then, inFinal Fantasy X-2, Yuna transforms from a summoner burdened with duty to an independent and confident young woman. As a member of the Gullwings, she is determined to uncover the truth behind the mysteries that still linger in Spira. In spite of difficult circumstances, her unwavering spirit and commitment to friendship was inspiring, and so was watching her break free from expectations and forge her own path. As a result of her personal journey, she taught me about self-discovery, embracing change, and finding the strength to follow my dreams.
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Then, in the remaster, I discovered Final Fantasy X -Will- and, oh boy, does it ever ruin the story of the previous two games, leaving me and many other fans with a bitter taste in our mouths. I find it infuriating how new plot elements and revelations are introduced that completely tear apart the established dynamics and relationships of the characters. As a result, the sudden change in direction feels forced and completely out of place, betraying Final Fantasy X and X-2’s emotional arcs and resolutions. To make matters worse, the audio drama that forces those changes on us doesn’t even bother to provide any context or development for these new story elements, which leaves me feeling totally confused and unsatisfied.
There has been talk about thecreation of a Final Fantasy X-3in recent years. According toTetsuya Nomura, one of the developers involved in the duology, a Final Fantasy X-3 concept is already underway, with the story already written. While it will be a long time before it is released (as the developer is concentrating on Final Fantasy 7 Remake), this still does not make me happy.
We already got the resolution we need in Final Fantasy X-2: Last Mission. A new adventure awaits Yuna and Rikku within Iutycyr Tower two years after the events of X-2. This story explores Yuna’s post-pilgrimage challenges and the emotional aftermath of her journey. Her curiosity is piqued when Yuna discovers a sphere revealing the existence of a mysterious tower, and her loyal companion, Rikku, joins her on this new adventure.
The journey through the tower’s floors confronts Yuna with doubts, fears, and memories as she encounters treacherous foes and uncovers ancient artifacts. In this way, the tower becomes a symbol of the emotional barriers she must overcome in order to achieve true closure. Throughout their adventures, Yuna and Rikku encounter echoes of their past; symbolic reminders of the events that shaped them.
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One avenue of exploration that holds immense potential — if Square Enix really wants to make a sequel — is the story of Lord Braska, Jecht, and Auron. In other words, please just make the sequel a prequel. Spira’s enigmatic figures have left us with tantalizing glimpses of their pasts and the events leading up to Yuna’s pilgrimage. The story of their journey would provide a fascinating glimpse into their relationships, motivations, and sacrifices in defeating Sin. I’m sure it would be thrilling to experience the heroism, triumphs, and tragedies of these legendary characters of Spira’s past.
As a complete duology, Final Fantasy X and X-2 just do not need a sequel. These games provided us with satisfying conclusions to the characters' journeys and meaningfully wrapped up their arcs. And after the terrible way -Will- presented its narrative, feeling more like an attempt to capitalize on the previous game’s success than a well-crafted and meaningful sequel, that’s all the more reason to just let FFX be what it already is. Any further attempts to force a sequel will only diminish the legacy and impact of Final Fantasy X and X-2. I’m begging you Square Enix, please just leave it alone.
