Posted by Zidane007nl on 11 January 2018, 23:49 - 0 comments
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age, which has been released for PlayStation 4 in July 2017, will be coming to PC via Steam on 1 February 2018.
The PC version will contain the following new features:
60FPS - Ivalice will look better than ever with the game running at 60FPS.
Compatible with 21:9 ultra-wide monitors - Up to three HD monitors can be used for a potential 48(16x3):9 experience.
New Game Plus and New Game Minus - Post-game content modes are now accessible from the beginning of the game.
Three background music options – The original, re-orchestrated and soundtrack versions are now available from the beginning of the game.
Maximized License Points and Gil - New functionality added to grant players max License Points and Gil from the configuration screen.
Full controller support, Steam Trading Cards and more to optimize the PC player experience.
Also a collector's edition has been announced that contains an official Collector’s Edition Steelbook with the original soundtrack, a five-piece Judge Masters Bust Set, six-card art set and a digital download code for the game.
Fans that purchase the game through Steam within the first week of launch will also receive a 20% discount, a three-track digital music compilation and a new Steam Skin illustrated by famed Final Fantasy artist Isamu Kamikokuryo.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 18 December 2017, 23:33 - 0 comments
Today, 30 years ago on 18 December 1987, the first game in the Final Fantasy series was released on the Nintendo Famicom in Japan. What maybe was the last game for the, at that time, small developer Square before they went bankrupt, became one of the best selling game franchises.
For this day Square Enix has released a fan tribute video showing many fans around the world playing the main theme of the series.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 25 August 2017, 21:11 - 0 comments
Today Square Enix has announced that a remake of Secret of Mana will be released on 15 February 2018 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita and Steam.
The remake will feature 3D graphics, Japanese voices, a new arranged soundtrack and local multiplayer where you can play the game with 2 other friends. Players who pre-order the game in the PlayStation Store will receive special character costumes: “Moogle Suit” for Randi, Primm and Popoi, “Tiger Two-Piece” for Primm and “Tiger Suit” for Randi and Popoi, as well as three avatars. Those who pre-purchase the game, or purchase the Day 1 Edition within one week of the launch on Steam, will receive the three costumes as well as a downloadable wallpaper. The remake will be available digital only for $ 39.99 / £ 29.99 / € 39.99.
Originally released as Seiken Densetsu 2 in Japan for the Super Famicom in 1993. In the west the game was known as Secret of Mana. In 2008 the original version was re-released on Wii's Virtual Console. In 2010 an enhanced port was released on iOS and Android in 2014.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 7 June 2017, 23:38 - 0 comments
Square Enix has announced that Dissidia Final Fantasy NT will make its debute in North America and Europe on PlayStation 4 early 2018. The console version of the arcade version is developed in partnership with Team Ninja from Koei Tecmo Games.
Offering strategic online and offline play, players can select from over 20 legendary characters and familiar summons, including Ifrit, Shiva and Odin, to bring into 3 vs. 3 battle. The game also brings back the Dissidia series’ unique “bravery combat system,” alongside unparalleled visuals and seamless gameplay.
During E3 2017, on 13 June at 10:15 GMT producer Ichiro Hazamaand and director Takeo Kujiraoka, will be present during the E3 Coliseum providing more information about the game.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 31 May 2017, 23:45 - 0 comments
Square Enix has decided to shift the development of Final Fantasy VII Remake in-house. Previously the game was developed by third party studio CyberConnect2, best known for their .hack and Naruto games.
This was announced by Naoki Hamaguchi during the livestream of Mobius Final Fantasy 2nd anniversary:
“I’ve taken over the development side of the Final Fantasy VII Remake. Up until now, development has progressed by receiving external collaboration, but from here on out, with production and quality in mind, we’re shifting to our in-house organization. This company decision was made wanting to control quality as well as keeping the schedule stable.”
More details about the shedule were not given. Final Fantasy VII Remake was announced 2 years ago at E3 2015. Not much information has been released since, only that the remake will be released in episodes.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 27 March 2017, 23:42 - 0 comments
Today Square Enix has released a new update for Final Fantasy XV; the March 2017 update. Together with the update a teaser video was reavealed showing footage from the March 2017 update and Episode Gladiolus, which will be available tomorrow.
Version 1.06 and 1.07 contains these patch notes:
Version 1.07
Various bug fixes
Version 1.06
Addition of Chapter 13, Verse 2 (alternate route featuring Gladiolus)
Enhancement of Arcana spells (Alterna, Holy, Death)
Announcement of winning snapshots from first photo contest (viewable at Takka’s Pit Stop in Hammerhead)
Temporary conclusion of Timed Quests (will resume at a later date)
Addition of two pieces from “Episode Gladiolus” downloadable content to music player tracklist
Addition of compatibility with “Episode Gladiolus” downloadable content
Various gameplay enhancements
Various bug fixes
Chapter 13, Verse 2 can be started from the main screen and you'll take control over Gladiolus (together with Ignis) searching for Noctis. The alternative chapter features gameplay elements from Episode Gladiolus, which will be available tomorrow for € 4.99 / $ 4.99. A season pass can also be bought for € 24.99 / $ 24.99.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 12 March 2017, 23:45 - 0 comments
During a presentation at the PAX East convention, Square Enix has released a trailer for Episode Gladiolus showing the first gameplay footage of the DLC that will be available on 28 March.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 12 March 2017, 23:20 - 0 comments
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age will get a Collector's Edition that is only available at their store.
The Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age Collector's Edition will include the following:
The game
Exclusive Judge Magisters Mini Bust Set, featuring busts of Judges Bergan, Drace, Gabranth, Ghis, and Zargabaath (Exclusive to Collector's Edition. Will not be sold separately.)
Soundtrack featurning music from famed composer Hitoshi Sakimoto
Steelbook featuring art exclusive to the Collector’s Edition
Set of Six Art Cards, featuring Vaan, Ashe, Basch, Fran & Balthier, Penelo and World of Ivalice
Digital code to access the original soundtrack as background music in-game
The collector's edition will go on sale on 11 July 2017 for $ 199.99 / € 199.99 and can be pre-ordered at their store.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 10 March 2017, 23:19 - 0 comments
Today Square Enix has officially released the PlayStation 4 version of NieR: Automata in Europe. Earlier this week the game was released in North America.
NieR: Automata is the sequel to NieR and developed in collaboration with Platinum Games and delivers the perfect mix of action and RPG gameplay. Players will battle as androids 2B, 9S and A2 as they fight to reclaim the world for their human creators and uncover truths long forgotten.
The PC version will be available next week on 17 March.
Posted by Zidane007nl on 18 February 2017, 23:15 - 0 comments
In Monaco a manga, comics, animation, video games and pop culture event was held today called MAGIC (Monaco Anime Game International Conferences). Guest at the event was Tetsuya Nomura, the director of Final Fantasy VII remake and Kingdom Hearts III. During his session he revealed two new screenshots of Final Fantasy VII remake.
The first screenshot shows Cloud hiding after a crate while a soldier is shooting at him. The second screenshot shows the first boss of the original game, Guard Scorpion.
