As an avid fan within the massive Italian fanbase for Final Fantasy and other Square Enix games, I understand the profound impact these games have on countless players like me. For years, we've embraced the rich narratives, thrilling adventures, and intricate gameplay these titles offer. However, our experience often feels incomplete due to the absence of official Italian localization.

Square Enix games are celebrated globally, transcending cultural and linguistic boundaries. Yet, for many Italians, each new game release is met with both excitement and a tinge of frustration, as they are unable to fully immerse themselves in the experience because of the language barrier. By neglecting Italian localization, the company unknowingly disregards a passionate community eager to connect with these beloved stories on a deeper level.

Statistics reveal that Italy has over 25 million gamers, and a significant portion of them are devoted fans of Square Enix. The potential market for games in Italian is vast and lucrative. Localizing games in Italian would not only expand Square Enix’s reach but also demonstrate respect and appreciation for one of the world's oldest gaming communities.

The technical challenges are surmountable. Especially with all the new AI tools present in our era. Many game developers are already making their products accessible to Italian speakers due to increasing demand. Sea of Stars, which takes Final Fantasy games as inspiration, is one of them. With the advent of advanced localization tools and teams of skilled translators, adapting these games for an Italian audience can be achieved efficiently.

In the past a small Italian team named SadNES translated many of our beloved Square Enix (Square Soft at the time) games alone, without any monetary compensation. They did this just to give the Italian community the chance to enjoy the fantastic and legendary story Square created and to open the barrier for those who don't know other languages.

We propose that Square Enix takes this opportunity to set a precedent for inclusivity by localizing current and future titles, including iconic series like Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts, and Dragon Quest, into Italian. This commitment would enhance the gaming experience for millions of Italians and could serve as a model for global gaming companies to embrace multicultural engagement.

By signing this petition, you support a call for inclusivity and cultural representation within the gaming community. Join us in urging Square Enix to make their incredible worlds accessible to Italian players by fully localizing all their games in Italian.