Ariana Grande to star in Final Fantasy mobile game

Singer Ariana Grande is to become a character in the Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius moblie game.

The 23-year-old singer announced on Sunday (01Jan17) she would be appearing in the game, which was first released in Japan in October 2015.

In a post on Instagram she wrote, "I'm SO so excited to finally share that I'll be featured in FINAL FANTASY BRAVE EXVIUS *crying* check out my character in the game, it's the cutest thing i've (sic) ever seen in my entire life and i'm so excited and in love with it i (sic) cannot contain myself."

Ariana later shared a video showing off her character's look and abilities, with the avatar's look apparently based on the latex bunny mask outfit she wore for the cover of her latest album Dangerous Woman and the video accompanying its title track.

The mobile game version of Ariana seems to have magical abilities too, including casting spells.

Final Fantasy is one of the most beloved gaming series' of all time, having delighted fans since 1987.

The Brave Exvius edition of the franchise is free-to-play and has been available on various mobile devices in the U.S. from June last year (16).