Brendan 2006-10-19 0 comments
"Selections from Final Fantasy XII," is the name of the special North American release of the original soundtrack to the most "eagerly anticipated RPG of all time." Unlike it's Japanese counterpart, the North American version only harbors 31 of its big brother's 80 plus tracks; practically assuring a CD of the highest quality music that the entire soundtrack has to...
Brendan 2006-10-17 0 comments
With two weeks to go until the release of Final Fantasy XII, details are now oozing out in regards to a North American release of the Square-Enix maega-hit Final Fantasy XII's soundtrack. IGN's twelve days of Final Fantasy XII got a first glimpse at the proposed album cover for Final Fantasy XII's soundtrack, amidst a flurry of public relations acivity...
Brendan 2006-10-12 0 comments
On Wednesday, New York City's DigitalLife pavilion came alive with one of the highest honors any commercial event have bestowed upon it: It's own holiday! Yesterday, with 19 days to go until the release of the highly anticipated Final Fantasy XII in the North American territories, Square Enix laid it all out on the table for some lucky fans. At...
kula shakerz 2006-10-06 0 comments
Square Enix recently confirmed that Final Fantasy XII will hit European shelves in early 2007. No exact date has been announced so far but at least its confirmed for Europe.
AlterGenesis-X 2006-10-04 0 comments
In continuing with the original hands-on experience, I had delved a bit deeper into the game and now will share m thoughts with you. Now, approximately 2 hours in, I am able to formulate more of an opinion on the actual game. There are a few things that I am going to look at. In this article, I shall deal...
AlterGenesis-X 2006-10-03 0 comments
Hey there, Final Fantasy Fans, I have been privilaged enough to try out an early copy of Square-Enix's North American release of Final Fantasy XII. I've only got a few early glimpses in the first half hour that I have played the game and it looks great. As soon as you start up the game, an epic feeling comes over...
Brendan 2006-10-02 0 comments
In a rare, full English version review, OPM reviewed the North American localization of Final Fantasy XII this/last month. In it is an extensive review decorated with wondrous pictures and epic commentary regarding everything from character to cameras to locations and more. The OPM staff rated the game with a “9.5,” making us wonder what the point of a 9.5...
Brendan 2006-09-27 0 comments
A new scan of Game Informer featured some English screens of the impending North American RPG blockbuster Final Fantasy XII. The game is set to a release on the 31st October 2006. » Game Informer Scan.
Brendan 2006-09-20 0 comments
New York City earlier announced this week that October 11th, 2006 will be "Final Fantasy XII Day," a huge event to commemorate the release of one of the most eagerly anticipated Final Fantasy games in recent history. As well, organizers are holding a cosplay contest, where participants dress up as their favorite characters from the game with the chance of...
Brendan 2006-09-15 0 comments
As we close upon the 1-month marker until the release of Final Fantasy XII, a sixth voice actor has been announced within the titanic stylings of Final Fantasy XII. Joining Bobby Edner (Vaan), Kari Wahlgren (Ashe), Gideon Emery (Balthier) Steven Jay Blum (Ba'Gamnan) and Tara Strong (Penelo) will be April Stewart, best known for her work in the Final Fantasy...
kula shakerz 2006-07-06 0 comments
Square Enix recently confirmed that Final Fantasy XII will hit North American shelves on October 31st. The game's standard version will retail for $49.99 US, while the limited collector's edition will go on sale for $59.99 US. The latter will ship with a bonus DVD including a promotional trailer, developer interviews, artwork and more. Final Fantasy XII was released in...
kula shakerz 2006-04-05 0 comments
As expected, Final Fantasy XII remained atop the Japanese sales charts for the second straight week. The title sold about 266,000 copies to bring its total to 2.08 million copies since the March 16th release. Thereby the game has enjoyed more success than Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2 during the first ten days following its release. Apart from...
kula shakerz 2006-03-20 0 comments
The Final Fantasy XII Original Soundtrack will be available in Japan next month. The four-disc album will feature more than 100 tracks composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto, including songs that did not make it into the game. The first print limited edition will ship in a special DVD case and contain a special 28-page booklet. The Final Fantasy XII Original Soundtrack...
kula shakerz 2006-03-08 0 comments
Final Fantasy XII is just one short week away from release in Japan, and today, the first review scores became public as early copies of this week's issue of Weekly Famitsu, Japan's most well-known gaming magazine, went on sale. The verdict? A perfect score of 40 out of 40. Although Famitsu isn't especially known for its conservative scores, the multiple...
kula shakerz 2006-02-20 0 comments
Japan's leading maker of third party accessories, Hori recently announced its newest line of PlayStation 2 memory cards. Simultaneous to the release of Final Fantasy XII on March 16th, the company will release a Final Fantasy XII memory card bundle. In addition to a memory card bearing the game's logo, this limited edition bundle will also include a memory card...
kula shakerz 2006-01-23 0 comments
Square Enix recently released some new information regarding its upcoming PlayStation 2 title Final Fantasy XII. Apparently neither the Judges nor the ruling house of the Solidor will be the most powerful and most dangerous force in the world of Ivalice, but rather the Senate. This council, made up of old men, is residing in the Imperial City of Archades...
kula shakerz 2006-01-20 0 comments
Suntory has announced more details about its Final Fantasy XII Potion beverage. The beverage which will ship in 120ml bottles designed after the famous Final Fantasy item will go on sale in Japan on March 7th. One bottle will cost 191 yen ($1.66 US). In addition to the standard bottles, the company will also offer a Final Fantasy XII Premium...
kula shakerz 2006-01-09 0 comments
Sony Computer Entertainment recently announced the PlayStation 2 Final Fantasy XII Pack. This bundle will consist of a black PlayStation 2 unit featuring an illustration described as a "JudgeMaster's Dark Rune", a special stand, an original cellphone strap and the game. The PlayStation 2 Final Fantasy XII Pack will go on sale alongside the standalone version of Final Fantasy XII...
kula shakerz 2005-12-05 0 comments
Square-Enix, possibly looking to underwrite the mounting cost of its oft-delayed newest Final Fantasy title, has partnered with Suntory Ltd. to create what is sure to be gaming's tastiest beverage, Final Fantasy XII Potion. Suntory, famous for their whiskeys, Boss canned coffees, and oolong teas, will target a relaxing but energizing taste for the drink. Six potential bottles designs were...
sifar 2005-11-15 0 comments
The folks at 1UP.com and IGN have made available various reviews, screenshots, videos of the Final Fantasy XII demo being released with Dragon Quest VIII today in North America. The demo doesn't reveal much plot of the game but gives gamers complete access to how the battle system plays out. It lets you experience the Active Time Battle and Wait...