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Finally we have some new news thanks to a scan from Gemaga magazine. No new images but the scan did contained an interview with Toriyama and Nomura which the people over at FF13 Vids have summarised for us. Remember it's a poor translation so some information isn't completly confirmed.
The FFXIII battle system is a completly new type of system designed to be fast paced. The new system is being developed by Toshiro Tsuchida, the battle director of FFX. There are no random encounters in the game but a field full of enemies similar to FFXII. The monsters also change according to the situation or environment. According to Tsuchida the FFXII License board had too much freedom and in FFXIII he sets out to design a system giving characters abilities based on their personalities. The summons are also supposed to work as partners (like the two Shiva sisters) so we could see more summons with brothers or sisters.
Final Fantasy Versus XIII
Nomura said that he doesn't want to begin work on Kingdom Hearts 3 until he has finished Versus so he can concentrate on one at a time. This also may be the last FF spin off game Nomura makes so he can work on other titles. The game itself is supposed to play like a more realistic version of Kingdom hearts with some elements of a Third Person Shooter similar to Dirge of Cerberus.
Final Fantasy Agito XIII
Currently the script for Agito is being written which is supposed to be an amazing story. The game will be released in a similar way to Before Crisis in an episodic format with one episode being released a month. It has to be released like this because of the huge scale of the game.
I've just edited that part Sorry I was in a rush to post it and didnt have enough time to read the poor translation. However Jeux-France have done a slighlty better translation and what they mean is it's going to be a more realistic version of Kingdom Hearts with some aspects of Dirge of Cerberus.
XIII seems to go back to the FFIV/IX characters system. I cry.
Well airship flying is back in Versus, now if they can keep worlds with scale I'll be happy. If not, I'm killing people.
Just posted that after checking my bookmarks Sorry didnt check the forums first. Anyway heres the news post:
Maiki, the Live Journal member who brought us the fanart of the Blonde Haired guy before the image was released has translated the interview in the Gemaga scan we posted today. This translation should be much more reliable and gives us a lot more information I couldn't pick out beforehand. It also should correct a few small mistakes. Everyone worship her. I've added the translated FFXIII interview to the interview section.
This time, the game isn't centred around a party of people joining together to save the world.
Blonde Haired guy hasn't been defined as an enemy or an ally yet to Lightning. He also is supposed to have a funny way of fighting .
There may be a job system in FFXIII but it hasn't been confirmed. They do say they're finding ways to make the game more enjoyable though.
Summons in FFXIII will have a strong partnership with the characters in the game and won't necessarily be used in pairs like Shiva is.
Unlike FFXII, it's possible to get the upperhand on enemies in the field before attacking. Enemies will also have other traits outside of battle other than attacking.
The White Engine is also a great platform to be working on according to Kitase and it will be used for future titles as well.
Here's some extra information for Versus:
The gameplay will be a more realistic version of Kingdom Hearts with third person shooter elements similar to Dirge of Cerberus. This works by changing the players point of view depending on what weapon they have equipped.
Nomura was questioned whether there would be an Air Ship in this installment and he confirmed there definitely will be.
The Kingdom Hearts main programmer looked at the Versus concept and asked "Is this Kingdom Hearts 3?"
Actually I think that magazine scan did provide a couple of new screenshots. [Very little though, with type over them.] Unless if I'm just old information. The magazine scan shows one of the classrooms[?] in Agito, correct?
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This time, the game isn't centred around a party of people joining together to save the world. Thank god, WE'RE MOVING UP
Blonde Haired guy hasn't been defined as an enemy or an ally yet to Lightning. He also is supposed to have a funny way of fighting .For some reason when I see him I think Magerate(sp) from Shadow Hearts and her gun acrobatics
There may be a job system in FFXIII but it hasn't been confirmed. They do say they're finding ways to make the game more enjoyable though.Oh man I hope so. Don't pull a FFIV/IX, pull a I/V/Tactics.
Summons in FFXIII will have a strong partnership with the characters in the game and won't necessarily be used in pairs like Shiva is.Only thing I get out of this is: Characters can only summon certain summons like Locke look alike is the only one in the party can can summon Shiva. Or maybe they are pulling out that horrible FFVIII GF relationship system again
Unlike FFXII, it's possible to get the upperhand on enemies in the field before attacking. Enemies will also have other traits outside of battle other than attacking.HEY i got many upperhand in XI and XII. Hopefully though they mean something like Xenosaga where you could knock over a electric box to stun the enemies for a while and that would carry on into the fight.
The White Engine is also a great platform to be working on according to Kitase and it will be used for future titles as well.Now people can stop saying the engine is dead
Here's some extra information for Versus:
The gameplay will be a more realistic version of Kingdom Hearts with third person shooter elements similar to Dirge of Cerberus. This works by changing the players point of view depending on what weapon they have equipped.They didn't have to bring up Dirge...but I get the jist
Nomura was questioned whether there would be an Air Ship in this installment and he confirmed there definitely will be.And we get to fly them again, oh goodie! I can go back to my scare terrorist ways(attempt to fly ships into towns)
The Kingdom Hearts main programmer looked at the Versus concept and asked "Is this Kingdom Hearts 3?"Good thing or is it?
Back on the battlesystem thing. They aren't random but I pray that they take place on the same map(see Chrono Trigger) and not still instanced(see Chrono Cross).
*crosses fingers* I want all to be able to use all my party members in a fight. FF1-5 style not have them jump in and out like 10 and 12 style. So yes, 5 characters all in the battle at the sametime. Let me dream.
This is startin to look alot like Harry Potter now >.>...
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School of magic and stuff. (Not that im a fan of HP)
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Square Enix Party 2007 event announced - May 12-13th.
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Square Enix announced they will host the Square Enix Party 2007 in Japan on May 12 - 13 in Tokyo, at the Makuharai Fair. Square Enix will display current and upcoming game software in video and playable forms.
Here is some funny comment made by a poster named TheJollyCorner. Remember this is just fiction, what you are about to read is not real.
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Originally Posted by NeoGaf
May 13th, 2007: Square-Enix entertains a packed house and showcases the new (surprise) playable demo of Final Fantasy XIII to the lucky show-goers of the Square-Enix Party 2007 shortly after the brand-new 4 minute cinematic trailer.
"It was... phenomenal!" one attendant announced. "Real-time is just like CG... and it's fun!"
The trailer, packed with new character reveals, amazing new locations, and jaw-dropping visuals, was followed by a roar of applause by the audience. This was nothing compared to the exuberant response to the PLAYSTATION 3 playable demo, which almost incited riots among the showroom floor.
"It's the most important display since Final Fantasy VII!", Shujikuri Times editor Matsuhiro Oshi, longtime video game commentator and analyst, commented with a large smile. "Everyone should see and play this, right now!"
Square-Enix president Yoichi Wada was excited to announce that the 4-minute trailer would be available to download sometime in late November of 2007, with the playable demo available in the PLAYSTATION 3's online store sometime in March of 2008.
"Unfortunately we just can't show the general public this material any sooner... but wait for it, please. We hope the playable demo next March will excite fans of the Final Fantasy series and prepare them for the late 2010 release date."
Just posted that after checking my bookmarks Sorry didnt check the forums first. Anyway heres the news post:
Maiki, the Live Journal member who brought us the fanart of the Blonde Haired guy before the image was released has translated the interview in the Gemaga scan we posted today. This translation should be much more reliable and gives us a lot more information I couldn't pick out beforehand. It also should correct a few small mistakes. Everyone worship her. I've added the translated FFXIII interview to the interview section.
This time, the game isn't centred around a party of people joining together to save the world.
Blonde Haired guy hasn't been defined as an enemy or an ally yet to Lightning. He also is supposed to have a funny way of fighting .
There may be a job system in FFXIII but it hasn't been confirmed. They do say they're finding ways to make the game more enjoyable though.
Summons in FFXIII will have a strong partnership with the characters in the game and won't necessarily be used in pairs like Shiva is.
Unlike FFXII, it's possible to get the upperhand on enemies in the field before attacking. Enemies will also have other traits outside of battle other than attacking.
The White Engine is also a great platform to be working on according to Kitase and it will be used for future titles as well.
Here's some extra information for Versus:
The gameplay will be a more realistic version of Kingdom Hearts with third person shooter elements similar to Dirge of Cerberus. This works by changing the players point of view depending on what weapon they have equipped.
Nomura was questioned whether there would be an Air Ship in this installment and he confirmed there definitely will be.
The Kingdom Hearts main programmer looked at the Versus concept and asked "Is this Kingdom Hearts 3?"
Thanks for that; rather interesting information there espeically about Mr 33cm.
Good to hear all the summons wont have pairs, not that I am denouncing the idea. Just glad to hear ALL summons wont have it.
Gemaga Scan with Developers interview
Sorry I was in a rush to post it and didnt have enough time to read the poor translation. However Jeux-France have done a slighlty better translation and what they mean is it's going to be a more realistic version of Kingdom Hearts with some aspects of Dirge of Cerberus.
