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Retr0gamer

Hmm let's see how a thread like this works.

Anyway for the first post I'd like to let people know that ATB podcast with its host Kat Bailey is back on 1up. The first episode might be Western RPG focused but the podcast is well worth a listen.

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Sephiroth_dude

Ok...........ill eat my hat so when its annouced

This time :pac:

Retr0gamer

Sephiroth_dude wrote: »

There is no remake coming

http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2015/08/03/final-fantasy-xii-remake-comment-cleared-up-by-music-director.aspx

I'd actually be more inclined to take that as near confirmation that a remake is coming. If it wasn't coming there would be flat out denial from squaresoft but that statement cleverly skirts around the issue without denying the existence of a remake. It's classic game company PR damage control when it comes to premature leaks. Couple that with some very reliable rumours and the fact that all the HD art assets for a FF12 remake are already made, it looks very likely one is on the cards especially considering the success of the FFX remake.

Also why the hell would Hitoshi Sakimoto be working on new arrangements of the soundtrack if not for a remake?

Xenji wrote: »

It will get a remake a some point, Tetsuya Nomura mentioned last month that he wants 5 and 6 remade as well.

As long as Nomura is kept well away from those two games I'd love to see remakes along the lines of the FF4 remake on DS.

Varik

Sephiroth_dude wrote: »

There is no remake coming

http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2015/08/03/final-fantasy-xii-remake-comment-cleared-up-by-music-director.aspx

Something is "coming soon" so unless they can confirm what that is then I not believing this, remake might be the wrong word but I can believe that a HD port/remaster is coming.

raze_them_all_

Xenji wrote: »

It will get a remake a some point, Tetsuya Nomura mentioned last month that he wants 5 and 6 remade as well.

and this time I won't let shadow die!

Xenji

Sephiroth_dude wrote: »

There is no remake coming

http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2015/08/03/final-fantasy-xii-remake-comment-cleared-up-by-music-director.aspx

It will get a remake a some point, Tetsuya Nomura mentioned last month that he wants 5 and 6 remade as well.

Sephiroth_dude

There is no remake coming

http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2015/08/03/final-fantasy-xii-remake-comment-cleared-up-by-music-director.aspx

Retr0gamer

The changes to the zodiac job version are meant to make the battle system a hell of a lot better and if there is a remake that will be the one we are getting.

ancapailldorcha

Interested Observer wrote: »

Don't think I'm really interested in FF12 if all they do is an FFX style update. I enjoyed it at the time but I've no desire to play it again really. If they update the gameplay in some manner then maybe.

I'd be interested in playing the International Zodiac Job System version though. I quite liked FFXII though the spell queue ruined the battle system IMO.

[Deleted User]

Don't think I'm really interested in FF12 if all they do is an FFX style update. I enjoyed it at the time but I've no desire to play it again really. If they update the gameplay in some manner then maybe.

Sephiroth_dude

Retr0gamer wrote: »

Just a get a PC it's where they are all headed :P

I still want them released on console :pac:

Retr0gamer

Sephiroth_dude wrote: »

Id love it an ff12 remake and if they could bring grandia 2 to ps4 that would be great too

Just a get a PC it's where they are all headed :P

Sephiroth_dude

Id love it an ff12 remake and if they could bring grandia 2 to ps4 that would be great too

Retr0gamer

There's rumours of a FF12 remake at the moment,mtheyve composer at a FF concert let it slip although he might have made a mistake. I didn't like the game the first time but would welcome the chance to give it another go.

Xenji

Some more on Dragon Quest XI from Yuji Hori.

Please tell us your role in Dragon Quest XI, Mr. Horii.

Horii: “I took on a supervisor-like role starting with Dragon Quest X, but I’m back on the scene in full force for Dragon Quest XI. I’m really shepherding it from start to finish, beginning with scenario creation. I want to also be involved in the final optimizations of the battles, etc.”

You guys also revealed the logo…

“The logo gives off the impression that we’re turning back to Dragon Quest I, but the dragon in the background is actually facing in the opposite direction from the Dragon Quest I logo. It’s been a long time since we had the number behind the title, as well. [Editor’s Note: The last Dragon Quest title to have the number behind the logo was Dragon Quest III.] In many ways, it is a sign that we’re returning to our origins, while still evolving. It takes the idea of Dragon Quest I, but we’re beginning anew with Dragon Quest XI.”

What’s the reason you’ve chosen to make Dragon Quest XI for these two platforms?

“Well, we knew wanted as many people as possible to be able to play it. We’d like people to be able to really settle in and play on a console, but at the same time it was great to have so many people playing Dragon Quest IX when it came out on a handheld, so we were really torn over which system to put it on. In the end, we just said, ‘Well, why don’t we just make it for both platforms?!’ and kicked off the project. We thought about what style would be best for each platform, and the results are what we have now. It’s pretty interesting that you can play the latest game in 2D pixel form, right? Of course, you can fully enjoy the story of Dragon Quest XI even in this mode.”

Horii on the PlayStation 4 Version

“The beautiful images, the sense of space… it’s all just amazing. For example, you can clearly see people and monsters who are still way off in the distance. The idea is to give players the sense that the world is there, and in motion.”

Horii on the 3DS Version

“At the start of the adventure, there will be 2D classic events on the bottom screen, and 3D events that unfold on the top screen. Taking full advantage of Nintendo 3DS’s capabilities, we’re pursuing a sense of fun that is unique to Nintendo 3DS.”

Horii on the Protagonist

“His background and everything has already been decided, but…the full details are still secret (laughs). But…he’s a cool hero, you know. You have Toriyama-sensei’s design, so use your imagination.”

Xenji

Final Fantasy Explorers is getting a EU release on the 29th of January.

Xenji

Sephiroth_dude wrote: »

What platform?

Lost dimension came today so looking forward too that, was watching videos of it on youtube , reminds me valkyrie chronicles kind of.

PS4 and Vita.

Sephiroth_dude

Xenji wrote: »

I have been reading up on Exist Archive: The Other Side of the Sky today, it seems quite interesting and you can see Morimotos touch in the screenshots, no western release announced yet, but it is still early days.

What platform?

Lost dimension came today so looking forward too that, was watching videos of it on youtube , reminds me valkyrie chronicles kind of.

Xenji

I have been reading up on Exist Archive: The Other Side of the Sky today, it seems quite interesting and you can see Morimotos touch in the screenshots, no western release announced yet, but it is still early days.

Retr0gamer

I would work a lot better as a PS Vita remake, it's made for handheld and the multiplayer as a big feature of the game.

Sieghardt

playing FF TYpe 0 HD atm, man its psp roots really hold it back, they should have fully remade it but oh well

Retr0gamer

The worst is the end game stuff. Its just grinding in the arena and exploiting it. The celestial weapons are all got by doing minigames and not by using the games mechanics. I thought the end game of FF7 was a bit crappy but at least the extra bosses can be fun to figure out and the it doesn't over do the grinding.

[Deleted User]

Retr0gamer wrote: »

Played through the game recently and I don't see how I loved it so much when it came out. It's a good game but it's hardly earth shattering and the random battles and linearity really date it. If you weren't impressed the first time it's not going to change your mind.

Totally agree. Nostalgia does funny things, I loved the game the first time but playing it today feels like a chore.

Xenji

Loved FF X when it came out, played it again a few months back and it did not have the same impact, still a solid game though.

Sephiroth_dude

Zapp Brannigan wrote: »

Should I get FFX remaster for PS4?

Can barely remember playing it on PS2, but don't remember being overly impressed.

I hated it when I first played on ps2 but got it for vita and loved it

Retr0gamer

Played through the game recently and I don't see how I loved it so much when it came out. It's a good game but it's hardly earth shattering and the random battles and linearity really date it. If you weren't impressed the first time it's not going to change your mind.

Zapp Brannigan

Should I get FFX remaster for PS4?

Can barely remember playing it on PS2, but don't remember being overly impressed.

megaten

There's no reason to bother with a ps4 game if it wasn't coming out in the west so I'd say we'll be getting that version at least.

Retr0gamer

Interested Observer wrote: »

Was DQXI announced for the west? If not I assume it's likely/certain to make it here?

I'm really craving a traditional RPG experience and I love this series.

No announcement and it's not set in stone considering Nintendo and Squaresoft have passed on localising DQ Monsters Joker 3, and the remakes of Monsters 1 and 2 and VII and VIII. Still DQ11 has the best chance of being localised but I heard Square are basing the decision to localise based on sales of the Dynasty Warriors/DQ cross over.

[Deleted User]

Was DQXI announced for the west? If not I assume it's likely/certain to make it here?

I'm really craving a traditional RPG experience and I love this series.

Retr0gamer

Also has the most generic name ever