Square Enix no longer owns the rights to Tomb Raider, Deus Ex, Legacy of Kain, and other properties, so if their new owner Embracer Group is down, we may see a Lara very well Croft Funko Pop sometime in the future.

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The reason is complicated and multi-faceted. For starters: Square-Enix is an old-school Japanese company. The land of the rising sun is not like the land of the star-spangled banner. Japan plays by a different rulebook than we do. Spoiler alert: I have yet to play Final Fantasy XIV, but now that I know these adorable little critters are in it, I might have to bite the bullet. My favorite part about the Odder Otter figures is that they’re a dual purpose: They bring life to your room and serve as storage containers. Tiamat is a 5 headed demonic goddess from the popular role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons. Tiamat’s name is derived from a goddess in ancient Mesopotamian mythology.Now for my personal favorite of the bunch. Look, there’s no way around it. I love Cactuar. He’s adorable. I’d hug him if I could. I don’t care how often he ruined my day while I was playing Final Fantasy X. He’s still my dude. It’s complicated, okay? Weaving a web of political intrigue, time travel, sorceresses, and drawing inspiration from Saved by the Bell of all things, the eighth installment had a unique “junction” system that involved players drawing magic from enemies they fought and being able to outfit any character with any combination of spells and summons they see fit, albeit in a somewhat clunky way.

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There are select Funko Pops that tower up to 18 inches and lines of plushies, board games, and other goods. The easiest way to understand the appeal of Funko Pops and the company as a whole is to view it as a pop culture company that makes affordable collectibles. Final Fantasy and Funko Pops seem like a perfect match, don’t they? Both seemingly came out of nowhere and have become mainstays in pop culture. With the former quite literally having “final” in its title because if it flopped, it would have been the first and last installment, and the latter is on everyone’s desk nowadays. ATV 1 x (Single) Display UV Resistant Protector(s) For Tiamat NYCC 2021 Exclusive Funko Pop Dungeons And DragonsCollectibles The company had a swell of success in 1997 when they released Final Fantasy 7. The game took them from a Western niche to a worldwide mainstay and further caused their strong popularity in Japan to blossom.Not only do I believe that Square-Enix is protective of their own intellectual property, but I also believe that they are currently making more money crafting and commissioning their own figurines and Funko Pop-like collectibles than they would be if they negotiated a licensing deal with Funko. Read also: Complete Final Fantasy Merchandise Guide. The Evolution of Role Playing Image from Wiki Fandom Why Are There No Final Fantasy Funkos? A custom-made Cloud Strife Funko Pop. Photo by Jesse Alexander.

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The popularity of Final Fantasy came to a head in 2003 when Squaresofts first (and only) theatrical release movie, Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within bombed at the box office and went way over budget. In a do-or-die moment, they merged with Enix, the creators of the popular Dragon Quest series and the rest is history. One of the heavyweights in the RPG sector, the series has spanned 15 mainline entrees with a 16th coming soon and dozens of spin-offs. One of the reasons the series is so heralded and beloved by fans and critics alike is the narratives and world-building Square-Enix employs. Before the recent remaster was released, gamers had no option for playing this title on modern hardware outside of emulators. Another addition to a new merchandise line devoted to Final Fantasy 7s 25th anniversary, this Sephiroth statuette is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It captures the iconic villain’s poise to a T and would look fantastic in any collector’s den. While we can certainly dream of seeing adorable bobbleheads of Cloud, Yuna, or one of the franchise’s many versions of Cid, the sad truth is that it’s just not going to happen. Nevertheless, we’ll be delving into the origins of Funko Inc. and Square-Enix’s business mindset and offer many alternatives, some officially licensed to boot. Grab your Chocobo and Buster Sword cause we’re about to go off to the races for all things Funko, Final Fantasy, and collectible. Welcome to a Final Fantasy Funko Pop Guide. What Is the Fantasy, and Why Is It Final? Image from Wiki Fandom The Origin of HeroesYou might be an avid Funko collector or a die-hard Final Fantasy fan and have wondered: Is there an affordable way I can show some love to my favorite franchise and not break the bank? Unfortunately, the news is mixed. While it seems that Funko Inc. has licensed with just about every franchise on the face of the planet, there is one company that has stayed ever elusive from their reach: Square-Enix, the owners of Final Fantasy.