Hironobu Sakaguchi, a renowned Japanese game designer, game director, and game producer, was born on November 25, 1962. He is globally recognized as the mastermind behind the iconic Final Fantasy series, boasting an illustrious career spanning over several decades. With a staggering record of over 80 million units of video games sold worldwide, Sakaguchi's impact on the gaming industry is undeniable.
In 2004, he parted ways with Square Enix and embarked on a new venture, founding the studio Mistwalker.