Square Enix says Q1 profit jumps 88.6% as Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Adventures of Elliot perform strongly

Square Enix has started its latest fiscal year on a strong financial note, reporting a major increase in operating profit for the three months ending June 2026. According to the company’s latest financial report, Square Enix’s operating profit reached ¥17.008 billion, representing an 88.6% year-over-year increase. The company’s Digital Entertainment business was the biggest contributor to the improvement. Net sales in the games segment increased 51.8%, while operating profit climbed 91.8% compared with the same period last year. Square Enix…