iOS game closes down due to strange purchase problem

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Square Enix has decided to close down the iOS version of “Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles” because of a tricky bug linked to in-app buying changes.

Game No Longer on iPhones

“Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles” is no longer on the App Store for iPhone users, as reported by The Verge.

Here’s what Square Enix had to say:

From January 24, 2025, we’ve noticed that players can’t use the extra content they’ve paid for in the iOS version of “Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles.” This problem also affects the full version of the game, which lets you explore all the dungeons.

This trouble comes from some new changes in how in-app purchases work. After looking into it, we found out that we can’t fix this bug completely or apply the new changes. Sadly, this means we have to stop supporting the iOS version of “Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles.”

If you’ve bought things in the game since January, you can get your money back by talking to Apple Support.

This issue only affects the game on iPhones; you can still play it on other devices.

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