With stores ready for the launch of Final Fantasy XIII in four days, Square Enix has released the data for their first shipment of the game. They've shipped 1 million copies to stores around Japan and are planning on shipping another 150k on the 17th followed by 150k by the end of next week. That brings the total shipment for the first week to 1.3 million.
To put that into perspective, Final Fantasy XII shipped over 2 million copies before release. Of course that was because the Playstation 2 had a much larger install base at the time.
From the creative minds behind Final Fantasy XIII and FINAL FANTASY X comes the latest installment in the critically acclaimed series. As FINAL FANTASY VII was for PlayStation, andFINAL FANTASY X for PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, FINAL FANTASY XIII will be the first numbered FINAL FANTASY title for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360, and will look to once again reestablish the series as the RPG brand. Players will follow Lightning, Snow, and the other heroes who are dealt a hand of fate by the god-like fal'Cie. Cursed and regarded as enemies of society, they have the world against them and nobody to rely on but each other. Will they find the strength within themselves to break free of their curse and determine their own fates, or will they succumb to this higher power? With a story that is sure to connect with players' hearts, diverse new characters from world-renowned creator and character designer Tetsuya Nomura, and exciting new gameplay features centered around an evolved Active Time Battle system, FINAL FANTASY XIIIwill be the pinnacle in gaming experiences.
Developed for the PlayStation 3 system and Xbox 360, FINAL FANTASY XIII features the series’ most impressive graphical presentation. View larger.
Summons are stronger than ever before, now with the action-oriented Gestalt Mode. View larger.
The evolved Active Time Battle system presents players with countless methods of putting enemies away. View larger.
Story
Cocoon — a utopia in the sky. Its inhabitants believed their world a paradise.
Under the Sanctum's rule, Cocoon had long known peace and prosperity.
Mankind was blessed by its protectors, the benevolent fal'Cie, and believed that tranquil days would
continue forever.
Their tranquility was shattered with the discovery of one hostile fal'Cie.
The moment that fal'Cie from Pulse — the feared and detested lowerworld — awoke from its slumber,
peace on Cocoon came to an end.
Fal'Cie curse humans, turning them into magic-wielding servants.
They become l'Cie — chosen of the fal'Cie.
Those branded with the mark of a l'Cie carry the burden of either fulfilling their Focus or facing a fate
harsher than death itself. A prayer for redemption. A wish to protect the world. A promise to challenge destiny.
After thirteen days of fates intertwined, the battle begins.
Features
Take Part in a Gaming Experience that Sets New Standards – The first in the series developed for a simultaneous release on multiple high-definition consoles, FINAL FANTASY XIII pushes new boundaries in cinematic presentation, sound and gameplay.
Experience the Unity of Speed and Strategy with the Ultimate Active Time Battle system – The familiar system has evolved, granting players the freedom of executing numerous commands in a single turn with the multi-slot ATB gauge. Whether inputting singular commands in each slot for consecutive attacks, or expending multiple slots at once to activate a devastating blow, it’s up to the players to respond effectively to the battle conditions at hand.
Adapt to the Ever-Changing Tide of Battle with Paradigms – A brand-new game mechanic enabling players to assign roles to their party members at any time during battle, shifting between combat paradigms. Consisting of various combinations of the game’s six roles, ranging from Commando, the offensive specialist, to Medic, the quintessential healer, paradigms allow players to respond and adapt instantly to any given situation to turn the tide and seize victory.
Witness the Battle Scene Transform with an All-New Summon System – Introducing Gestalt Mode, a powerful dimension of the summon system that elevates the action to a whole new level. In Gestalt Mode, characters and their transformed Eidolons fight as one, dealing massive damage to enemies through simple button commands.
Delve into an Emotional Experience – An immersive storyline connects players to an intriguing cast of characters. Will they have the strength to confront their cursed fates, or will destiny prevail over all that they believe in?
Product Features
Platform: PLAYSTATION 3
Newest installment of Final Fantasy XIII
features futuristic civilization illuminated by the Light of the Crystal
Features the latest in cutting-edge technology
Provides tangible, intuitive controls
Delivers seamless transitions between real-time gameplay and stunning in-game cinematics
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This's my 2nd great ff13 teaser, with newer screens of the coming up ps3 game!
Music: Fulfilled Desire - FFVII Battle Orcehstra (Final Fantasy VII- Original Soundtrack)
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~ enjoy it again
========The new world & characters========
Two Worlds Segregated
Cocoon (0:05)
Cocoon is what a powerful self-aware Crystal in Pulse believed to be the best environment for humans, and so it created it, the floating city of Cocoon. The city is highly advanced, and maintained by the Crystal that created it. At some point in Final Fantasy XIII, the government becomes paranoid of any influence from Pulse and forces out anyone suspected of harboring any.
Pulse (0:09)
What is believed to be the world in which Final Fantasy XIII takes place is known as Pulse. At the time no other planets are none of, but FFXIII may very well have more than one, it is unknown right now. Nonetheless, the world of Pulse is thought to be mostly a wilderness, with little to no cities, inhabited by beasts and monsters. There are people in Pulse, with the Pigs Tailed Girl known to be one of them.
Square Enix has said that the Final Fantasy XIII starts off with the people of Pulse being fed up with Cocoon; thus, they invade Cocoon, with Lightning leading the charge.
Pigtails Girl in new pose (0:18)
Summons Carbuncle & Shiva again (0:23)
Captains & Headlock Master from the Leather Vest Team (Guards of the Prince "Storm) (0:31)
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Unknown Man or the palace of the princes family? (0:44)
This man seems to have similar eyes to the Prince, and is also seen at the head of a very large table of an even larger room. Rumor is he is the current king of the land.
New magic or a kinda of summon spell? (0:53)
Robed Man - Rufus, but standing (1:11)
Like most of the other characters, there's just about nothing to report on this guy, other than that we've seen him in a few places. He's also seen attacking the Prince with some potent magic.
Last but not least Storm with his awesome headstyle xD (1:20)
Video Description:
Sure, Final Fantasy XIII isn't coming out until 2010, but that didn't stop Sony from showing us this fantastic new trailer at their E3 09 press conference. Check it out now.
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