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    by Published on 12-24-2012 01:58 AM
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    The first English screenshots have been released, showing off the divine city of Luxerion, a staunchly religious city with a bad case of impending doom. While still images might not be the most exciting thing just after the release of the first Lightning Returns trailer, there's still new places shown and at the very least the environments - and Lightning herself - are beautiful.

    Each of the stills comes with a caption, revealing a little more about the nature of the shot as well as elements within the game. From this, we've been able to glean a few tidbits which might interest you! With Lightning as the sole participant in battle, the system has been switched up a bit. No longer is she bound to a single class; instead, commands can be customised to ensure you're always able to handle every situation. Say goodbye to Auto-Battle, too!

    There are some more hints on the plot, too. Lightning has been tasked with investigating serial murders happening within the city, probably tied to the strange group wearing hooded robes and meeting in the dead of night. Apparently, someone is also tracking Lightning; is it the group, or some other faction? How this all ties together is a bit of a mystery so far, but I guess that's the point of playing the game!

    Clocks play a prominent role, with the passage of time ...
    by Published on 12-22-2012 02:50 PM
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    Square Enix made this arcade game about transforming cars that battle called Gyrozetter. It's pretty awesome. Then they turned it into an anime - Chō Soku Henkei Gyrozetter - to really pump up the popularity. Seems like the next step in Square Enix's plan for world domination is a collection of cards found inside Happy Meals sold in Japan from January 11.


    They look a little something like this.

    To go with the anime, arcade game, and now collectable cards, Square Enix are also releasing a 3DS Gyrozetter RPG, which is set in the same universe as the arcade game, only with far more RPG goodness. No news on whether or not this Transformers-esque game will reach Western shores but suffice to say that Japanese kids will probably be loving it.


    You can see the trailer for Super Speed Transforming Gyrozetter, the upcoming 3DS game below.

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    by Published on 12-22-2012 02:09 PM
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    This is a good time of year for bargains. You want savings? Square Enix is delivering them. There's huge price drops on a range of titles in celebration of Square Enix's "Winter of Mobile." We mentioned other Square Enix store sales recently, so be sure to check out the online store for all sorts of goodies.

    There's also a Square Enix/Eidos bundle available on Steam as part of the Christmas sales. While it sadly doesn't contain any Final Fantasy titles, you should still check it out because there are awesome games up for grabs - including Thief, Hitman, Deus Ex and Tomb Raider. You should definitely check it out!

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    by Published on 12-22-2012 12:43 AM
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    Like a lot of people, I scrambled to try and find a working version of the leaked Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII trailer. After all, the world was supposed to be ending and instead we were getting a sneak peak at Lightning's own adventure with impending doom. And while, at the time of writing, there's still no official trailer, we've watched it enough times now to share some interesting tidbits with you!
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    by Published on 12-22-2012 12:04 AM
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    by Published on 12-16-2012 05:51 AM
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    Ten years after its release, Final Fantasy XI has been the most financially successful game Square Enix have released. Even with its successor - Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn - facing a re-release, the original FF MMORPG still has a loyal following and, it seems, plans for the future.

    Not content to shut up shop, current producer Akihiko Matsui has given an interim report on what the team has been working on. It's a slow moving process, but it looks as though the development team understand the problems facing the ageing beast and are taking steps to fix it.

    With the userbase far smaller than it was in Final Fantasy XI's "glory days," Matsui says that things need to change so that new players can experience the vast range of content. They haven't stopped with what content they already have though; the fifth expansion pack - Seekers of Adoulin - is slated for a 2013 release, so there is still growth and new content to be experienced.

    It's all very promising for players and fans, and between ...
    by Published on 12-15-2012 05:25 AM
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    The iOS port of Final Fantasy Theatrhythm has launched for a tantalising price of absolutely nothing. Free! It sounds too good to be true, and like with most things, that's because it is.

    Unbalanced pricing strategies aren't uncommon when it comes to the Square Enix mobile push. We reported on the problems with Demons' Score's pricing (although with it currently on sale, it's actually affordable) but it looks like Theatrythm has fallen into the same pitfall. The 3DS version of the game - retailing for around $30 - includes 76 songs with the base version, with a further 56 available for $0.99 a pop. The iOS version, however, only comes with two tunes straight up, with a variety of differently priced DLCs to complete your collection.

    Siliconera ran some numbers, comparing the two, and the results are a little startling. The 3DS version - for the full package - will cost around $81.47, including the price of the game itself. The iOS version, on the other hand? Well, let's look at the equation:
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    by Published on 12-14-2012 02:22 AM
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    A still shot showing producer Yoshinori Kitase checking out the title menu of Lightning Returns has popped up. It's a pretty simple, like the rest of the series: just the title and logo followed by some options. It's exciting to see signs of actual work though. This won't turn out like Versus XIII!
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    by Published on 12-13-2012 04:42 AM
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    Square Enix are really going all out with its holiday savings for fans. In addition to Demons' Score and mobile Final Fantasy sales, Square Enix is also offering some sweet deals on other titles, including Hitman: Absolution, Sleeping Dogs and of course, Kingdom Hearts: Dream Drop Distance. It looks like nearly all of the games on in Square Enix's library are getting hit with up to 50% reductions in price; that's a pretty merry Christmas for you right there.

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    To go with these massive savings, it looks like there's also going to be free shipping. Make sure you get in fast though; this deal is only on until January 2nd! Check out the full range of titles on sale by following the link below.

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    by Published on 12-13-2012 03:48 AM
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    [IMG]http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk48/nmfloropoulos/Theatrhythm_Final_Fantasy_Logo.png[/IMG]

    Our bets were spot on: Final Fantasy Theatrhythm's teaser site was hinting at an iOS port. The teaser site is now a portal to information on both the 3DS and the iOS versions, but once again it seems Android is being left out of the mix.

    The good news is that the Theatrhythm app is completely free to download. The bad news is that it's going to cost around $0.99 for each new song, which is going to quickly add up if you want the full experience. We haven't had a chance to test the iOS versions of the game out yet, but don't forget you can check our a first look at the 3DS version here.

    [Source: Kotaku] ...
    by Published on 12-13-2012 02:46 AM
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    Yet another game on sale for the holiday period! The rhythm game for iOS (and Android this time) and its DLCs are going on sale until January 31st, so you've got plenty of time to get into it. Though the original release strategy for Demons' Score seemed a little unfavourable to Westerners, these sales mean you can grab it all at an affordable price.


    The game itself has dropped from $6.99 to a staggering $0.99 and the following DLCs - which expand the content through added titular Demons - have been slashed too:

    • Berial, Erigos, Berith and Lilith DLCs $2.99 -> $0.99
    • Beezlebub and Astaroth DLCs $3.99 -> $1.99
    • Azazel and Dantalion DLCs $4.99 -> $2.99
    • Satan DLC $9.99 -> $3.99


    Some big savings up for grabs there, particularly when you look at the drop in price for the main game and the Satan DLC. All up it'll cost you can get Demons' Score for under $20, making it much more affordable.

    If you need more incentive, check out the video below and enjoy the fast paced action and really cheesy dialogue! ...
    by Published on 12-11-2012 03:16 PM
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    Do you remember about a month ago we showed this awesome artwork for the awkwardly named Final Fantasy Tribute ~Thanks~ album? Good! Because things are even more exciting now that the album has been released. For something comprised entirely of remixes of our favourite Final Fantasy tracks, it manages to balance the nostalgia value with the fresh new arrangements without stumbling over and making a mess of things. It's actually quite good, from what I've been able to listen to. A sample can be found at the bottom of the article, for the impatient among you.

    [IMG]http://img1.ak.crunchyroll.com/i/spire4/a3cdb591c094c8b0763c8dfe58f3f7641352217430_full.jpg[/IMG]

    I've only been able to find a sampling of the tracks, although it's a sample of apparently every single song on the album so it's not bad for a tester. It's a surprising success, bringing together a wide range of Japanese artists with unique re-imaginings on both new and old FF tunes all in the name of celebrating the series.

    For now the album is only ...
    by Published on 12-10-2012 03:22 PM
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    Square Enix are helping us get into the spirit of the festive season with some price drops on some of their iOS games. It's a nice gesture - even if Android gamers are being shafted - but the savings are only for a limited time, so you'd better get in quick to make the most of it! The following games are only on sale until December 14: ...
    by Published on 12-10-2012 03:01 PM
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    [IMG]http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk48/nmfloropoulos/Theatrhythm_Final_Fantasy_Logo.png[/IMG]

    With one Star Ocean countdown site currently active, Square Enix are at it again, launching another teaser site - this time for Theatrhythm. The site features four rows with command prompts sweeping through them, mirroring the control scheme from the game. The words "Coming Soon" lurk down the bottom.

    While there's no saying just what could be on the horizon, the simple fact remains that Theatrhythm and its DLC negate any real need for a sequel. That kind of news would be a bigger cash grab than a Final Fantasy VII remake. So if it isn't a sequel, what else could they possibly be waiting to tell us?

    Odds are it's news of a port to mobile devices. The touch screens on smart phones and tablets are perfect for the rhythm game, and it would really open up a wider market. With some very favourable first experiences from Eyes on Final Fantasy member Formalhaut, this news might just give non-DS owners ...
    by Published on 12-09-2012 12:40 AM
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    Final Fantasy IV has been seeing a bit of a resurgence lately! The EoFF classic Ah, The Power of Cheese! is being reborn, Sephex has been livestreaming his playthrough with EoFFers, and an iOS and Android port have been announced!


    With all of this excitement, what better time to add a little piece of Final Fantasy IV artwork to your collection? This quite phenomenal piece - pictured below - was painted by one John Moriarty, depicting Edge, Rosa, Cecil, Rydia and Kain facing off against Demon Wall.

    [IMG]http://img2.etsystatic.com/000/0/6731612/il_570xN.347201154.jpg[/IMG]
    Probably don't put it in the bedroom where you will freak out every time you see it.

    It's pretty damn impressive, and that's without even acknowledging the FF-based glee bubbling away inside me. You can buy the original, in its gold frame, for $475 USD off Moriarty's Etsy store (linked above). Or, if you're not keen to drop that much gil, you can pick up 8.5 x 11″ prints for $15.

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