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Xbox One, Switch
Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster for Xbox One and Switch launches April 16, Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age launches April 30
Published 21 hours ago. 42 comments.

Plus new artwork by Akihiko Yoshida.

Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster will launch for Xbox One and Switch on April 16, followed by Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age on April 30, publisher Square Enix announced.

To commemorate the announcement for Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age, Square Enix has also unveiled a new artwork by artist Akihiko Yoshida.

Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster is currently available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, PS Vita, and PC, while Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age is currently available for PlayStation 4 and PC.

Find an overview of each game below.

About Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster

Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster contains Final Fantasy X and its sequel Final Fantasy X-2, renowned as some of the most popular titles in the whole Final Fantasy series for their emotional stories and stunning graphical quality. Final Fantasy X follows the story of superstar athlete Tidus, whose fate intertwines with the beautiful summoner Yuna as they embark on a pilgrimage to save the world of Spira. Final Fantasy X-2 takes place two years later, following the stories of Yuna, Rikku and Paine in their exciting adventures to uncover ancient secrets and overcome powerful enemies. Having shipped over 14 million units worldwide to date, Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster invites new players to discover a stunning RPG adventure you will never forget.

About Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age

Based on the 12th numbered entry in the smash hit Final Fantasy series that has sold over 6 million units worldwide, Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age has re-worked the game’s design and re-mastered their visuals in full-HD, making full use of current generation hardware capabilities to improve the graphical and audio quality for the ultimate play experience. Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age takes place in the breath-taking world of Ivalice, where magic is commonplace and airships fill the sky. The small kingdom of Dalmasca is caught between warring empires Archadia and Rozarria, and the lone heir to the Dalmascan throne, Princess Ashe has devoted herself to forming a resistance to liberate her homeland. The story begins when Ashe meets Vaan, a young thief who dreams of flying free in the skies, as their adventure changes the destiny of the world’s greatest nations.

View a new set of Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age images at the gallery.


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source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[zenith16]

21 hours ago
FINAL FANTASY VII: REMAKE Maker Elaborates On Square Enix's Approach To Redesigning The Classic
Final Fantasy VII Remake Director Tetsuya Nomura has promised that we will learn more about the long-delayed title in 2019, and he wasn't kidding, as this new interview features a lot of juicy details...Read more

1/14/2019
Filed Under: "Final Fantasy VII" Source: Wantedly (via ResetEra)

Final Fantasy VII Remake Director Tetsuya Nomura revealed in December that various presentations of the long-delayed jRPG will be released throughout 2019. Considering that Sony won't be helming an E3 press conference in 2019, fans of the brand might have to wait until this year's PlayStation Experience to learn more about Final Fantasy VII: Remake, that may very well be a next-gen project at this point.

The fact that another major Enix project (also helmed by Nomura), Kingdom Hearts III, has already gone gold, gives hope that the studio can now focus on the remake that was announced in 2015. In a recent interview with Wantedly (translated by Radigar, hian, ChipNoir from TheLifestream and NeithOF from GameFAQs), Shinichiro Biwa, Planner of the Business Division 1 (the internal Square development team that is working on FFVII 2.0.), elaborated on the company’s approach to redesigning the classic.

According to Biwa, Square is splitting the process of remaking a location in three equally important parts: interpretation, planning modifications, and actually implementing the basic ideas and polishing up the location. "When a great idea doesn't get realized as intended due to technical difficulties which then forces modifications on the initial plan, or when someone else comes up with a brilliant new idea which makes me feel bad for myself for not coming up with it," the developer said.

"Because when you're feeling like you have given all the great ideas you could come up with and then someone else comes with a new overwhelmingly good idea you feel the frustration," Biwa concluded. He also confirmed that the planning phase for all locations is already settled and the team recently entered the "building/making" phase, as the locations are already taking the desired shape.

Rumor has it that development on the remake had to be pretty much restarted, or at least a lot was scrapped, after Square Enix's decision to take back the project from CC2 (the company that gave us the Naruto: Ultimate Ninja series) two years ago, as the studio's work to that point was apparently useless.



In Midgar, a city controlled by the mega-conglomerate Shinra Inc., the No. 1 Mako Reactor has been blown up by a rebel group, AVALANCHE. AVALANCHE was secretly formed to wage a rebellion against Shinra Inc., an organisation which is absorbing Mako energy, destroying the natural resources of the planet. Cloud, a former member of Shinra's elite combat force, SOLDIER, was involved with the bombing of the Mako Reactor. Can Cloud and AVALANCHE protect the planet from the huge, formidable enemy, Shinra Inc.?

Final Fantasy VII: Remake is currently in development for PlayStation 4 and Square Enix hasn't announced anything officially regarding its release date yet.

source: GameFragger.com: Video Game News, Reviews, Trailers and more!

 

[zenith16]

6 hours ago
FINAL FANTASY X And FINAL FANTASY X-2 Getting Nintendo Switch Physical Releases In Europe
Great news for Nintendo and Final Fantasy fans since Final Fantasy X, Final Fantasy X-2 HD Remaster, and Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Agewill be getting physical releases for the Nintendo Switch in Europe.Read more

| 1/20/2019
Filed Under: "Nintendo Switch" Source: Nintendo Everything

Back in September, we got great news during the Nintendo Direct, as Square Enix announced that a bunch of Final Fantasy titles were going to be making its way not only into the Nintendo Switch but also to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Steam.

Square Enix announced Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy IX, Final Fantasy X, and Final Fantasy X-2, as well as Final Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age, Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon: Every Buddy!, World of Final Fantasy Maxima, and Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition as part of their lineup of titles making their way into consoles and PC.

Now, we have some great news for Nintendo fans, as it has been revealed that Final Fantasy X, Final Fantasy X-2 HD Remaster, and Final Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age will be getting physical copies for the Nintendo Switch. The report comes from Nintendo Everything, who noticed that these titles are currently available to pre-order on Amazon in the UK.

Final Fantasy X, Final Fantasy X-2 HD Remaster, and Final Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age were already getting physical releases in North America, but the European version was only meant to be a digital release until just recently; meaning great news for fans of the long-running role-playing saga.

According to Amazon UK, Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2 HD Remaster for the Nintendo Switch are due out on the 16th of April, while Final Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age is expected to release on the 30th of the same month.

source: GameFragger.com: Video Game News, Reviews, Trailers and more!

 

[zenith16]

PlayStation 4, Arcade
Dissidia Final Fantasy NT new male DLC character reveal set for January 28
Published 6 days ago. 49 comments.



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PlayStation 4, Arcade
Dissidia Final Fantasy NT DLC character Snow Villiers announced
Published 1 hour ago. 8 comments.

Another Final Fantasy XIII character joins the fray.

Snow Villiers from Final Fantasy XIII will join Dissidia Final Fantasy NT as a downloadable add-on character in February, Square Enix announced.

The arcade version of Dissidia Final Fantasy will add the new character first in its January update.

Square Enix also released a trailer highlighting the additional background music coming to the arcade version on January 30 and PlayStation 4 version in February.

Dissidia Final Fantasy NT is available now worldwide for PlayStation 4, and Dissidia Final Fantasy is available in Japanese arcades.

Watch the trailers below.

Snow Villiers Trailer


Snow Villiers Gameplay Trailer


Additional Battle BGM Trailer

source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[zenith16]

Switch
Switch ‘My Way’ commercials feature Final Fantasy VII, more
Published 13 hours ago. 8 comments.

"Play the games you love, however you like."

Nintendo has released a new series of “My Way” commercials for Switch featuring Super Mario Odyssey and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Final Fantasy VII and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

All titles featured are currently available, except for Final Fantasy VII, which is coming to Switch soon alongside Xbox One. It is already available for PlayStation 4 and PC.

Watch the commercials below.

Super Mario Odyssey and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate


Final Fantasy VII and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe


The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[zenith16]

Xbox One, Switch
Final Fantasy IX for Xbox One and Switch available now, Final Fantasy VII launches March 26
Published 2 days ago. 46 comments.

The first of the PlayStation-era Final Fantasy titles to hit new platforms.

Final Fantasy IX will launch for Switch and Xbox One today, and Final Fantasy VIIwill launch on March 26, Square Enix announced.

Here is an overview of each title, via Square Enix:

Final Fantasy IX (February 13)

Originally released in 2000, Final Fantasy IX is a thrilling tale of love, war, magic and self-discovery. Newcomers and veterans alike can experience legendary moments with Zidane, Vivi, princess Garnet and others with modern enhancements on the Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10, including high-definition movies and character models, auto-save functionality and more.

Final Fantasy VII (March 26)

Players can return to the beginning of the original Final Fantasy VII on Nintendo Switch and the Xbox One family of devices. Follow the epic adventure of Cloud and his allies as they get caught up in a massive struggle to stop the threat of Sephiroth and save the planet. With over 11 million units sold worldwide since its release in 1997, the title brings its groundbreaking story and gameplay with high-definition graphics, the addition of modern features such as auto-save, enemy encounter options and more.

Both Final Fantasy IX and Final Fantasy VII are already available for PlayStation 4, PC, iOS, and Android.

source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[zenith16]

Xbox One, Switch
Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster and Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age for Xbox One and Switch trailers, artwork
Published 19 hours ago. 70 comments.

Xbox One and Switch versions due out in April.

Square Enix has released a new set of trailers for the Xbox One and Switch versions of Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster and Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age, as well as new artwork by Isamu Kamikokuryo for the latter title.

Additionally, both titles are now available for digital pre-order. First-print runs of the physical edition of Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age will include reversible cover artwork.

Key features for Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age include high-definition graphics, original and remastered soundtracks, and a new trial mode. Other enhancements include:

• License Reset Function: By talking to Clan Centurio’s leader Montblanc in Rabanastre, players can reset and change their party member’s jobs, allowing them to customize the jobs of their party as desired.
• Additional Gambit Sets: Gambits allow players to customize their party’s AI. Players can now create three unique sets, allowing players to switch between sets for different situations, such as map exploration or boss fights.
• Improved “New Game+”: Allows users to start the game with party members at level 90 and carry over some items like weapons, magic and gils obtained during previous playthroughs.
• Specific to Xbox One X: Supports 60fps.

Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster is due out for Xbox One and Switch on April 16, and Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age is due out on April 30. Both titles are currently available on PlayStation 4 and PC, while Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster is also available on PlayStation 3 and PS Vita.

Watch the trailers below. View the Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age artworks at the gallery.

Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster

Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age



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source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[zenith16]

PlayStation 4
Dissidia Final Fantasy NT DLC character Snow Villiers launches February 22
Published 1 week ago. 24 comments.

A second Final Fantasy XIII character joins the fray.

Dissidia Final Fantasy NT downloadable content character Snow Villiers from Final Fantasy XIII will launch on February 22. The character will be available as a standalone purchase or as part of the Season Pass.

The “Snow Villiers Starter Pack” will enable the use of Snow Villier, who can be equipped with the following items:

• Patron of Yusnaan I (Appearance)
• Patron of Yusnaan II (Appearance)
• Patron of Yusnaan III (Appearance)
• Crystal Guard (Weapon)
• Ghastly Guard (Weapon)
• Sacrificial Guard (Weapon)
• Special Chat Messages

Dissidia Final Fantasy NT is available now for PlayStation 4.

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PlayStation 4, PC
Dissidia Final Fantasy NT Free Edition coming west for PS4 and PC on March 12
Published 22 hours ago. 90 comments.

PC version added for western release.

Dissidia Final Fantasy NT Free Edition, which first launched in Japan in November 2018, is coming west for PlayStation 4 via the PlayStation Store and PC via Steamon March 12, Square Enix announced.

Here is an overview of the game, via Square Enix:

Dissidia Final Fantasy NT Free Edition offers players the opportunity to try out a limited roster of characters on a weekly basis. A variety of characters and weapons are also available for individual purchase. This ensures that favorite characters can be a permanent member of a player’s roster. Players of the free edition can also play online against existing players of the full game.

Developed in partnership with veteran fighting game studio Team Ninja from Koei Tecmo Games, Dissidia Final Fantasy NT is a unique three-versus-three team-based brawler, where players work together to overcome their rivals and dominate the battlefield. Featuring legendary characters from throughout the Final Fantasy NT series, powerful summons, online and offline play modes, character skins, and a new original story, Dissidia Final Fantasy NT welcomes players of all types to enter the arena. With Dissidia Final Fantasy NT Free Edition, players can enjoy a sample of the full game and discover the epic multiplayer encounters only available in its unique online arena.

source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[zenith16]

12 hours ago
Check Out Gameplay Footage Of FINAL FANTASY XII: THE ZODIAC AGE Running On The Nintendo Switch
Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age in exactly a month from now, and today we have new footage of the game running on the Nintendo Switch. Take a look.Read more

| 3/29/2019
Filed Under: "Role-Playing" Source: Resetera

Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age is one of the many titles in the Final Fantasy series that Square Enix announced last year; with the original game caming out for the PlayStation 2 all the way back in May of 2006.

This new game is a remastered version of the original Zodiac Age, featuring some updated graphics such as enhanced textures and shadowing effects. The game is not only getting an HD upgrade, but the developers have also tweaked with the game's mechanics in order to make it feel more like a current game.

As if that wasn't enough, Square Enix has also revealed that the game is now featuring re-recorded BGM with live performances, which can be freely switched back to the game's original soundtrack; making it a treat for fans who want the same original experience.

Today, we got some gameplay footage for Square Enix's Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age, running on the Nintendo Switch, taken from the PAX East event. There is no sound, however, since it seems that there was an audio issue with the demo station for the Switch, but it will still give you a good idea of what the game looks like on Nintendo's console.

Take a look:







Enter an era of war within the world of Ivalice. The small kingdom of Dalmasca, conquered by the Archadian Empire, is left in ruin and uncertainty. Princess Ashe, the one and only heir to the throne, devotes herself to the resistance to liberate her country. Vaan, a young man who lost his family in the war, dreams of flying freely in the skies. In a fight for freedom and fallen royalty, join these unlikely allies and their companions as they embark on a heroic adventure to free their homeland.

Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age will be available for the Nintendo Switch and Xbox One on the 30th of April.

source: GameFragger.com: Video Game News, Reviews, Trailers and more!

 

[zenith16]

Industry, PlayStation 4
Final Fantasy VII Remake project lead now co-director; Naoki Yoshida division developing large-scale next-gen project
Published 5 hours ago. 70 comments.

Minor updates to Square Enix's recruitment websites.


Naoki Hamaguchi, who we previously knew as the project lead on Final Fantasy VII Remake, is now a co-director on the project, an update to Square Enix’s recruitment page for the title reveals. That means Hamaguchi and previously known director Tetsuya Nomura now share the same role.



Nomura has previously compared Hamaguchi’s forme rrole as project lead to the role of Kingdom Hearts III co-director Tai Yasue. Nomura, of course, also directed Kingdom Hearts III.

Additionally, Square Enix’s former 5th Business Division led by Final Fantasy XIVproducer and director Naoki Yoshida is now known as the Third Development Division, and is working on a new title for the next generation.



“Based on the former 5th Business Division, the newly established Third Development Division has started work on a new key project following Final Fantasy XIV, taking up a challenge for the next generation,” Yoshida said in a message. “This project has already finished early development, as well as preparation of the development environment, and is now moving into the full-blown, large-scale development phase. The new project is seeking developers who want to deliver both ‘fun’ and ‘enjoyment’ to the world, as well as ‘surprise.’ If you want to challenge the world market, then we look forward to your application.”

The image above featuring the text, “A new project, underway,” has been up on the 5th Business Division recruitment website since 2016.

The Third Development Division is currently seeking planners, designers, programmers, and a project manager to work on the project.

Final Fantasy VII Remake is in development for PlayStation 4.

Thanks, @DKHF_ (2).

source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[Lily Adler]

I'm not trusting any news from today.

 

[zenith16]

PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Smartphone, Switch
‘Inside Final Fantasy VII’ developer diary
Published 23 hours ago. 47 comments.

An in-depth look at the 1997-released classic.

The latest in Square Enix’s series of “Inside Final Fantasy” developer features focuses on Final Fantasy VII.

The developer diary provides an in-depth look at the 1997-released Final Fantasytitle, and takes a look at some of the secrets and anecdotes from its development.

The video features interviews with:

• Yoshinori Kitase (Writer / Director)
• Shinji Hashimoto (Publicity Producer)
• Yusuke Naora (Art Director)

Final Fantasy VII is available now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC, iOS, Android, and PlayStation 1. Here is an overview of the game, via Square Enix:

In Final Fantasy VII, the world has fallen under the dominion of the Shinra Electric Power Company, a sinister corporation that has monopolised the planet’s very life force as Mako energy. Players will follow the story of the powerful ex-SOLDIER turned mercenary, Cloud, in an attempt to save the world from destruction alongside anti-Shinra resistance group, Avalanche.

Watch the feature below.

source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[Lily Adler]

I really hope they circumvent expectations and punish the players for NOT leveling up Aeris.

 

[zenith16]

1 day ago
FINAL FANTASY XII: THE ZODIAC AGE Physical Edition To Get Fantastic Reversible Cover
The official Final Fantasy Twitter account has revealed that physical copies for Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age will be getting a fantastic reversible cover for the Nintendo Switch and Xbox One.Read more


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Xbox One, Switch
Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster for Xbox One and Switch ‘Tidus and Yuna’ trailer
Published 6 days ago. 44 comments.

Final Fantasy collection hits new platforms on April 16.

Square Enix has released a new trailer for the Xbox One and Switch versions of Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster, dubbed “Tidus and Yuna.”

The collection, which first launched for PlayStation 3 and PS Vita in December 2013, PlayStation 4 in May 2015, and PC in May 2016, will launch for Xbox One and Switch on April 11 in Japan and April 16 in the west. It includes both Final Fantasy Xand sequel Final Fantasy X-2 remastered in high-definition.

Watch the trailer below.

source: GameFragger.com: Video Game News, Reviews, Trailers and more! & Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[zenith16]

1 day ago
The Remake Of FINAL FANTASY VII Could Make An Appearance At E3 2019 Even Without Sony's Help
While Sony is skipping this year's E3, there's a chance that the PlayStation 4-exclusive remake of Final Fantasy VII will make an appearance during the show, as Square Enix has announced a new concert...Read more


source: GameFragger.com: Video Game News, Reviews, Trailers and more!

 

[X Knight]

with the way VII Remake is going, we may not see it this gen. And if it's going to be multiple parts, there's no way all parts/episodes will be released this gen........lol.

Luckily, PS5 will be BC with PS4 games. I wonder if this will remain a full PS exclusive.

 

[X Knight]

FF VII Remake Still Lives!!

A new trailer was shown yesterday during Sony's State of Play. And it looks fantastic!!

 

[Lily Adler]

I'm seeing complaints that Cloud looks a little feminine

 

[X Knight]

eh, he looks like Cloud to me.

what I'm still not sure of is if this is a full PS4 exclusive or just timed exclusive or multiplat.

 

[zenith16]

PS423 hours ago432
Final Fantasy VII Remake still a multi-part series

The title's long absence has not changed its 2015-announced plans.

As first announced in December 2015, Final Fantasy VII Remake will still be a multi-part release, Square Enix has confirmed.

In a Japanese blog post, the company said, “For Final Fantasy VII Remake, which will be reborn on PlayStation 4, there is a lot of content to review in doing a full remake, and production is underway as multiple parts.”

Final Fantasy VII Remake is in development for PlayStation 4. If you missed it last night, watch the minute-long State of Play teaser trailer here. More information will be released in June.

source: Gematsu - Japanese Video Game News

 

[X Knight]

the phrase "reborn on PS4" is interesting. to me, that suggests this title is indeed a PS4 exclusive. So far everything has been pointing to that.

As for it being multi-part, I don't mind it if it's going to be divided up into 2 or 3 games. and each game feels like a complete game with all the extra and remade content.

Though that does call into question will all the parts release on PS4. or is some of it going to carry on into PS5.

with the rate they are going, I have hard time believing Part 1 is even going to release on PS4. especially if it's still a few years out.

 

[zenith16]

the phrase "reborn on PS4" is interesting. to me, that suggests this title is indeed a PS4 exclusive. So far everything has been pointing to that.

As for it being multi-part, I don't mind it if it's going to be divided up into 2 or 3 games. and each game feels like a complete game with all the extra and remade content.

Though that does call into question will all the parts release on PS4. or is some of it going to carry on into PS5.

with the rate they are going, I have hard time believing Part 1 is even going to release on PS4. especially if it's still a few years out.

multi part to them means Episode like in life is strange or what telltale was doing with their games. this may be on other plat forms wayYyy later. But they are concentrating on the ps4 for now.

 

[X Knight]

multi part to them means Episode like in life is strange or what telltale was doing with their games. this may be on other plat forms wayYyy later. But they are concentrating on the ps4 for now.

if it's going to be like Life is Strange or Telltale games, then maybe each part shouldn't be a full $60 then.

and yeah, I remember back when Remake was announced that it come "first" to PS4. but since then, we haven't heard anything else.

 

[X Knight]

New trailer just released with launch date!!

March 3, 2020!! Worldwide release!! PS4!!

Spoiler

So......I'm guessing this a full PS4 exclusive now? It didn't say worldwide release "first on PS4." and it only shows the PS4 logo at the end of the video ( the same as the past few trailers ).

I hope they clarify the platform info tomorrow. If it's full PS4 exclusive, timed exclusive, or multi-plat, just confirm it already.

 

[DarthSkywalker]

Is it the full game, or 15% of the game?