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.