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Following in the footsteps of Tidus, Yuna takes the role of main character in this first-ever direct sequel to another Final Fantasy game.

Square is taking steps to make sure that Final Fantasy X-2 is a complete and unique gaming experience, and not too similar to its predecessor. Field commands such as jumping and running are now accessible, and while its meaning remains unknown, some battles take place in "Action Mode". New locations and places will also be available to visit which were not present in the first game.

Not much about the game has been revealed in terms of storyline. What is known has been taken from the bonus disc which was released with Final Fantasy X: International in Japan. Spira has experienced many technological advances since the defeat of Sin--many new machina and vehicles are expected to be revealed throughout the course of the game.

Final Fantasy X-2 appears to be the finalized name of the game, and not a tentative title. Previous reports of a "Yuna version" and "Rikku version" are slightly correct, as it is believed that the two versions will be present within the same game.

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To follow up on an earlier story, it appears that speculation has arisen concerning in exactly what format Final Fantasy XI will be released in outside of Japan. Due to the various complications that have arisen during the Playstation 2 game release, such as the unavailability of PS2 hard drives and network adapters, gamers are finding relief in the upcoming PC version. This version, much more cost efficient, is expected to increase the popularity of the game by a respectable amount.

Despite previous confirmations of a US release, it is still suspected that only the PC version of the game will be released to avoid further costs and problems on the PlayOnline network. While the move would save money, the high specifications of the game require a top-notch computer and graphics card. Because of this, Square has lined up deals with computer manufactuer Dell and graphics card maker Nvidia in a move to promote the PC version of the game.

Square has also announced yet another online game for the PlayOnline server. The game is slated for ...

Final Fantasy XI for Windows will begin shipping in Japan on November 7, 2002 with a price range of 7,000 - 8,000 yen, or about 56 to 65 dollars.

Square hopes to bring 200,000 new users to the PlayOnline server with the release of the PC version of Final Fantasy XI. Currently, the user base is estimated at about 120,000 - 130,000 users, with up to 50,000 players on the servers at any given time.

In a similar announcement, president of Square Yoichi Wada stated that releasing the game in non-domestic territories is important to the game's success, debunking rumors that the game may not be released outside of Japan.

[Sources:] The MagicBox , RPGamer. ...

On October 22, 2002, Square will hold a meeting for investors and stockholders in the company, most likely releasing details on the various new projects which have been announced.

Due to the absence of many of Square's titles at the Tokyo Game Show, many have speculated that Square is planning on releasing important information about its upcoming games, such as Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicle and Final Fantasy X: Another Lord, at this meeting.

[Source:] Intelligence Gaming Agency. ...

In an effort to promote Final Fantasy XI for the PC in North America, Square has partnered with graphics card manufacturer Nvidia and Dell Computers.

Although Final Fantasy XI will be compatible with most graphics accelerator cards, Square is promoting the Nvidia GeForce 4 card lineup as having quality graphics and detailed imaging which other cards will not be able to support.

Dell Computers, in a similar partnership, is bundling Final Fantasy XI with its new line of Desktop Dimension 8200 computers. It is also known that Dell may be using the Final Fantasy name to promote other products and offers.

Final Fantasy XI still has no official release date in North America, though it is known that there will be a definite release outside of Japan.

[Source:] Gameforms. ...

During the Tokyo Game Show, images and a promotional poster of the game were available for this upcoming Square title, and sequel to Final Fantasy X, entitled Final Fantasy X: Another Lord. While the game was not available for gameplay, images shown reveal possible new characters and shocking apparel for Yuna.

Final Fantasy X: Another Lord has no tentative release date, and no other information about the game has been released up to this point.

Click here to discuss or read comments about Final Fantasy X: Another Lord in the forums.

[Sources:] Gamers.com, Final Fantasy Online. ...

Square has created an official website for its new Gameboy Advance title, Final Fantasy Tactics Advance.

The website includes information on the new title, as well as guides and information on characters and job classes; however, with the exception of the user and menu interface, the site is entirely in Japanese.

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Planned for release on September 27, 2002, OneUp Studios presents Time and Space -- A Tribute to Yasunori Mitsuda. The album features reinterpretations of some of Mitsuda's finer pieces from Chrono Trigger, Chrono Cross, and Xenogears. Centering on the theme of time and space, this album proves to be quite impressive.

The album can currently be reserved at the OneUp Studios website, for $17.99. All orders after 250 will be at the regular price of $20.99, so act fast and reserve a copy today. ...

Eyes on Final Fantasy has compiled a set of release dates for Final Fantasy XI as well as Square and Disney's Kingdom Hearts.

- Final Fantasy XI (Playstation 2) is currently released in Japan, and will be released in North America somewhere around February 16, 2003. Square has not announced the date of the PAL release.

- Final Fantasy XI (PC) is slated for release in Winter 2002; no release outside of Japan has been mentioned as of yet.

- Kingdom Hearts (Playstation 2) is currently released in Japan, and will be released in North America on September 17, 2002. Square has not announced the date of the PAL release.

Look for more announcements of release dates after the Tokyo Game Show, which will take place on September 20-22 in Tokyo, Japan.

[Sources:] RPGamer, Gameforms. ...

Since Square announced that Final Fantasy Tactics Advance was not a direct port of Final Fantasy Tactics on the Playstation, many gamers have speculated as to what the game could be. Since then, story details have arisen...

Final Fantasy Tactics Advance features a story much more innocent than that of its Playstation predecessor; the game appears to be much more upbeat and colorful.

Three main characters have been announced so far: Marshe, the main hero, and his friends Muse and Ritz. Muse is a quiet child, who is a bit shy, while Ritz, the game's heroine, is a bright and intelligent girl. The story begins when Muse wishes for the world to be more exciting, much like that of a book called "FF" or "Final Fantasy". His wish comes true, and the game begins.

[Sources:] The MagicBox, Gameforms. ...

After announcing a number of Gameboy Advance titles, Square is now releasing information about its online title; Final Fantasy XI currently has 120,000 registered users, but Square expects to bring that number up to 400,000 within the next year with the release of Final Fantasy XI in North America.

In order to break even in on the game in terms of finance, the game must reach at least 200,000 registered users.

Final Fantasy XI is due to launch in North America in February 2003, and an enhanced PS2 version of the game, featuring patches (no need to download), bugs fixed, is due in Japan in March 2003.

[Source:] RPGamer. ...

To follow up on an earlier story, it is now known that Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicle will be released for the Gamecube, but will require a Gameboy Advance to play. Developers are still working out the connectivity between the two consoles, though it's been rumored that gamers must use the Gameboy Advance as a controller while playing the game.

As seen from a Nintendo commercial which aired in Japan, Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicle appears to emphasize its multi-player capabilities. Despite the game's title, it does not carry over traditional gameplay from other Final Fantasy games and instead focuses more on action-based gameplay.

In addition, Square has revealed that Seiken Densetsu for the Gameboy Advance is a remake of the original Seiken Densetsu game, which was released in North America as Final Fantasy Adventure.

[Sources:] RPGamer, Gameforms. ...

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