PlaySpanTM, the global leader in monetization solutions for digital goods, social networks, online games and videos, announced its UltimatePayTM payment solution (www.developer.playspan.com) was selected by Square Enix®, the publisher of FINAL FANTASY®, DRAGON QUEST® and TOMB RAIDER®.

Under the agreement, Square Enix will deploy PlaySpan's UltimatePayTM for certain online services, including FINAL FANTASY XIV, the most recent release in the FINAL FANTASY franchise. Since its launch, the FINAL FANTASY franchise has shipped over 97 million units worldwide.

Square Enix offers payment for purchases through a variety of methods. PlaySpan's UltimatePay delivers "Monetization on Demand" via its Developer Console and 85 international payment methods including PayPal, Ultimate Game Card, and other payment methods to maximize global reach and conversion.

"PlaySpan has the largest and most experienced team of digital goods monetization professionals in the gaming industry," said Karl Mehta, Founder & CEO of PlaySpan. "By partnering with PlaySpan, Square Enix can focus on enhancing the player experience of FINAL FANTASY XIV and its other online content."