The Square Millennium Event in Tokyo revealed details about three upcoming Final Fantasy games: Final Fantasy IX, scheduled for a summer 2000 release, Final Fantasy X for spring 2001, and Final Fantasy XI as an online game set for summer 2001. Each game showcases a shift in design aesthetics, moving away from the futuristic look of its predecessors towards a more fantasy-oriented style. The event highlighted the importance of the Final Fantasy franchise, which has sold over 25 million units worldwide.

The article discusses the successful retail launch of "Pokémon Legends: Z-A," which achieved significant physical unit and dollar sales, marking the largest launch for a new video game since "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom" in May 2023. The data is sourced from Circana Retail Tracking Service.

The article details the struggles of Looking Glass Studios following the success of their game Thief in 1998. Despite initial optimism and plans for multiple game releases, the studio faced significant challenges when their corporate parent divested from games, ultimately leading to their closure. Additionally, the Columbine High School tragedy shifted public scrutiny towards violence in video games, further complicating the industry's landscape.