Questions about Chocobo (series)

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was the first Chocobo game released?

Square released the first Chocobo game in 1997. The title Chocobo's Mysterious Dungeon arrived on the PlayStation that same year.

Who designed the visual appearance of Chocobo?

Character designer Toshiyuki Itahana designed the visual appearance of Chocobo. Itahana created a yellow, flightless bird with a softened beak to appeal to children and casual gamers.

What year did Chocobo Anywhere launch on mobile phones?

Chocobo Anywhere launched on mobile phones in 2002. This release marked one of the first times the Chocobo series fully embraced the mobile gaming market.

When was the cancelled Chocobo Racing 3D project announced?

Square Enix announced the cancelled Chocobo Racing 3D project at E3 2010 for the Nintendo 3DS. The project was cancelled in 2013 after the company determined the game quality did not meet their standards.

In which year was the Chocobo picture book published in the West?

The Chocobo picture book titled Chocobo and the Airship was published in the West in 2023. The book was originally published in Japan in 2021 and followed Chocobo and Cid as they built an airship.

Under what alias did Chocobo appear in Final Fantasy XIV?

Chocobo appeared in the mainline game Final Fantasy XIV under the alias of Alpha. This role was chosen because the character had beaten Omega more than any other Final Fantasy character.