Xenogears 2 in preliminary development?

[06.25.99] » Hints from one of Xenogears' character designers and reports from within Square suggest preliminary work has begun on a sequel to Square's hit RPG.

   In addition to a plethora of clues from within Square signifying a sequel to Chrono Trigger, new information strongly suggests the company is further capitalizing on its RPG hits with preliminary work on a sequel to another blockbuster -- Xenogears.

   When asked about the possible development of a sequel to the PlayStation RPG, one of Xenogears' original character designers declined to answer, explaining that "it's very confidential." A separate inquiry regarding a sequel was made on another occasion on the designer's personal message board. The designer replied with a simple statement: "As to Xenogears 2, it's yet confidential. :-)"

   Perhaps most importantly, a trusted source also reported getting a few quick glances of preliminary work on Xenogears 2 during a recent visit to Square's Los Angeles studio. Fans of the original RPG certainly realize the plausibility of another title -- countless plot twists and background stories leave room for prequels and spinoffs alike. And thanks to decent sales both in Japan and North America, another title under the Xenogears brand-name seems a likely scenario.

   Thanks to videogames.com for help with this story.