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"Let me start off by saying that I am a long time fan of the Final Fantasy Series. However, I am one that thinks that the series peaked with FFVI and has yet to be able to craft an experience on par with it (Though I would say FFXI is my favorite, it’s an MMO and I don’t usually count it in the cannon of FF). It seems that Final Fantasy XIII could have what it takes to get the series back on track after a couple of disappointments, most notably FFX-2 and FFXII. I will say though, that the batt..."
"According to producer Yoshinori Kitase, though, that's absolutely what the FFXIII team was aiming for. As far as Kitase is concerned, FFXIII isn't even really a role-playing game. "We didn't really intend to work within with the RPG template," he says. "We wanted to create a new game, even a new genre. The way we look at it, there's isn't a certain format that we have to keep to and build a game around. Rather, it goes the other way around. We create a game and, depending on what works or doe..."
The Western release of Final Fantasy XIII is just around the corner, so here is Gametrailers' import preview to get you up to speed with what you need to know before you play the game...
"The best way to describe it is a mix of the traditional FF battle system with the feel and visual formation of Chrono Trigger. The characters place themselves automatically along the combat screen; their positions can affect the timing and strategy of your attacks.
The battles look fantastic. Visually, everything is incredibly detailed -- the menus show different images depending on which character you are modifying, and even the save states look different depending when you save. They rea..."
The theme song for Final Fantasy XIII has been ripped from the radio within moments of it being played yesterday. 'Kimi ga Iru Kara' performed by J-pop artist Sugawara Sayuri is set to be released as a single on December 2nd in Japan. Whilst you wait and listen, enjoy another batch of new screenshots.
[ Final Fantasy XIII Forum ]
"Lest we forget the title is still a long-way off for North America and Europe as well, and Square Enix is also famous for tweaking their games pre-western-release. At this rate however it only seems like a few elements that could be adjusted, but otherwise series fans should relax their concerns about Final Fantasy XIII and instead enjoy the run-up to its release."
"For everything we loved about the playable demos of Final Fantasy XIII at this year's Tokyo Game Show, there was bound to be a few things that didn't jive with us. Nothing's perfect, as they say.
Square Enix's next big thing is shaping up to be great, but we had a few gripes after our demo sessions this week. I will say now that I don't think that any of these below listed items are deal breakers. Even though we've only seen three demos of the game since it's announcement, I think it's sa..."
A new Resonance of Fate gameplay trailer has been released, and it is looking impressive, with Cinemablend claiming it "Shows Us Everything Final Fantasy XIII Should Be". Go to the source for the full article and video.
[Discuss in the Resonance of Fate forum]
"The wait is finally over (kind of) for some lucky and smart Australians who have managed to import the Final Fantasy 7: Advent Children Complete Blu Ray Edition, which came bundled with the sought after demo of Final Fantasy 13. I was lucky enough to borrow a copy off one of these people, and I got to sink my teeth into the first High Definition Final Fantasy.
The second the opening sequence began, I felt shocked and amazed at just how beautiful the CGI looks on a 1080p HD screen. Everyth..."
"1UP's Live Stream: Final Fantasy 13 demo
Time: Friday, April 17, 2009, 3:00 p.m. PT
Location: Watch the embedded video player here in this story.
Questions: Ask your question in the thread on the FF13 Board.
We received the Final Fantasy 13 demo in the office today, and we're streaming a session today at 3 p.m., PST. Jeremy, Garnett, and Justin will tackle the demo, and answer your questions from the boards.
What are your thoughts on the changes in Final Fantasy 13? Do you like Squar..."
This month will be a one to remember for jRPG fans, at least in Japan anyways, as the Final Fantasy XIII demo finally hits. And for the rest of us? Well I suppose that's what gaming magazines are for...
[ Discussion in the Final Fantasy XIII Forum ]
Computerandvideogames.com have previewed the upcoming Final Fantasy XIII, focusing specifically on the game's battle system. But instead of moving forward, Square Enix have taken a step back and given gamers a more traditional gameplay style. Will this be the key to winning over new fans, or will it just alienate newer gamers who are into more action-packed battle systems?
Yes, new trailers for Final Fantasy XIII and Final Fantasy XIII were shown at TGS this year and yes, they were shown in Squares now infamous Closed Mega Theatre, but that doesn't mean we can't have some trailer impressions.
New this time for XIII is the introduction of a new, long blonde haired, female along with what appears to be an epic battle for a crystal. Versus XIII didn't have quite as much, but it did confirm a link between two previously unveiled characters - they both appear to ...
"The latest issue of EGM has a section on the Fabula Nova Crystallis compilation celebrating Final Fantasy's 20th Anniversary. They have sections for both FFXIII and Versus and a summary of what we know so far. Although nothing new is included in the scans, it's a good read for someone who hasn't been following the compilation so far.
There hasn't been any release dates announced but EGM's predictions are a Summer 2008 release for FFXIII in Japan and a 2009 release for Versus. Thanks to Kyl..."
![Box shot of Final Fantasy XIII [Europe]](http://i.neoseeker.com/boxshots/R2FtZXMvUGxheXN0YXRpb25fMy9Sb2xlLVBsYXlpbmcvRmFudGFzeQ==/final_fantasy_xiii_frontcover_small_kJe0jbRjTu3lrz4.jpg)