Square-Enix major shocking FFVII announcement at DKS3713 event

DrMario64 · Jul 18, 2008

The Final Fantasy drama is definitely far from over. With fans now over the shock (done with the denial stage), and most probably in the angry phase, the producers of the popular Square Enix franchise is now talking about the much-talked about Xbox 360 version.

Shinji Hashimoto and Yoshinori Kitase, in an interview with 1Up, has revealed that although FFXIII will also be developed for Microsoft's console, this does not in any way mean that the PS3 version will be affected, simply because this will be finished first.

And while admitting that a simultaneous launch will definitely be no walk in the park, they say that they're "definitely trying to decrease the gap between the Japanese launch and when we release it to the rest of the world."

But the juicy part is when they were asked if there had been any negative reaction from Japanese Xbox 360 owners about the FFXIII announcement since (quoting the interview question) "It's not coming out on 360 there, and Japanese gamers won't be able to play the U.S. import on their systems, since the console's region-locked.

To this they replied: "There doesn't seem to be any overly negative feedback yet, as Japanese users have known since the beginning that it's coming to PS3. "

But what's even more interesting and juicy in this interview was their hinted "big announcement" pertaining to FFVII in the coming weeks. This is in response to a query on updates regarding Tetsuya Nomura's adding of new scenes to the FFVII: Advent Children Complete Blu-ray release.

You can look forward to the upcoming invite-only fan event DKS3713 [taking place in Tokyo on August 2 and 3], where we'll have a major announcement that will shock the fans in attendance.

Another shocking announcement?!? Really now, after the Xbox 360 bomb that dropped on us a couple of days ago, we now know anything is possible with them. This comes in complete sync with what Nomura himself has revealed last week, although at that time, it seemed like they weren't sure yet whether to announce it at E3 or wait for a later date. We now know the answer to that bit. Anyhow, we guess we'll just have to wait and brace ourselves for this next wave of surprises, then.

The coproducers also opened up about other tidbits on the franchise, such as character development for Lightning, the game's heroine, updates on the mobile title Final Fantasy Agito XIII, as well as pressure from meeting fans' expectations of a long-running, highly successful franchise.

To read the full interview, follow the source below.
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http://ps3.qj.net/FFXIII-producers-...nnouncement-at-DKS3713-event/pg/49/aid/122265

Arch · Jul 19, 2008

Maybe a remake of FFVII is possible...well it always was possible, it's just that the people who need to be involved in it just have to have a clear schedule to start working on it...

I wonder what will be announced. Advent Children game? That would be epic...too bad it won't happen.

GhettoXemnas · Jul 19, 2008

If they did an AC game I wouldn't buy it. Well actualy I probably would but just because I love VII. I think a game would be a stupid idea since like all movie games they would need to add alot of extra **** that didnt happen in the movie.

I hope the AC Complete comes to DVD and not just blue ray >.>

Radiowave · Jul 19, 2008

Ghetto said: ↑

If they did an AC game I wouldn't buy it. Well actualy I probably would but just because I love VII. I think a game would be a stupid idea since like all movie games they would need to add alot of extra **** that didnt happen in the movie.

I hope the AC Complete comes to DVD and not just blue ray >.>
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I mean, unless the battle system and graphics were absolutely AMAZING, I might consider buying it, but yeah, its turn out will probably be like Dirge Of Cerberus. An okay game...

And yeah, they better add more than what was in the movie...wait- If they made an AC game wouldnt that technically be a movie game? Those turn out...well, bad.

Noise · Jul 19, 2008

ugh...or maybe there making a post AC game? bringing back the cast and what not...for some unknown reason....

i loved AC and i love FF:VII so i really hope its not a stupid addtion to the bunch

libregkd · Jul 21, 2008

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DigitalAtlas · Jul 21, 2008

All that was said was that FFVII fans would be surpised at the event. He wouldn't say that if it's a remake, come on the first conclusion we jump to is a remake. I'm guessing a sequel and it has to do with Genesis.

kitty_mckechnie · Jul 22, 2008

shadowjak said: ↑

All that was said was that FFVII fans would be surpised at the event. He wouldn't say that if it's a remake, come on the first conclusion we jump to is a remake. I'm guessing a sequel and it has to do with Genesis.
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Since it was him at the end of FFVII DC. Gah! The story could be never endin'.

HOSPITAL STAT! · Jul 22, 2008

I want my XIII and Versus SE.

00Roxas00 · Jul 22, 2008

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Shift · Jul 22, 2008

00roxas00 said: ↑

I totally agree..:)

*crosses his fingers*
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You want another FF6 remake?
Just kidding.
I'm almost sure there will be a FF7 remake,Square knows it's one of the most wanted remakes in the world.

Haseo · Jul 22, 2008

kitty_mckechnie said: ↑

Since it was him at the end of FFVII DC. Gah! The story could be never endin'.
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I don't think it will end, for the crazy fanboys/girls would never let Square do that. The crazy fanboys/girls are sadly more populous than the sane ones.

Princess Snow White · Jul 22, 2008

It would be cool with there was another FFVII game, but then it seems like it never ends ._.

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