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Tecmo Rejects Square Enix Takeover (Updated)

kula shakerz    2008-09-04    2 comments

Tecmo has just released an official statement where they reject Square Enix's "friendly" takeover offer. The Tecmo Board of Directors had until today to approve or reject the offer. Here's a translation of the statement released by Tecmo: "For Tecmo, this proposal was received in a short span of time, but within the company, we collected opinions from management and...

Infinite Undiscovery Released in North America

kula shakerz    2008-09-02    3 comments

Square's Xbox 360 title Inifnite Undiscovery has been released in North America today. If you are still unsure whether or not you want to purchase the game then you can see the first 10 minutes of the game at Gamersyde.

Square Enix Taking Over Tecmo?

kula shakerz    2008-08-29    7 comments

Square Enix released a statement earlier today explaining their Tecmo takeover plan. According to the plan Square Enix will purchase Tecmo stock at a rate of 920 yen per share, representing a 30% premium over Tecmo's August 28 closing price of 708 yen. It everything works as planned then Tecmo will get a similar status to Taito, falling under a...


Chrono Trigger DS Gameplay Videos

kula shakerz    2008-08-26    4 comments

Three new gameplay videos from Square's upcoming Nintendo DS remake of Chrono Trigger DS have been released. The game is not a full remake like the DS version of Final Fantasy IV but a enhanced port of the original. Lucca Gameplay Video: Click to watch. Crono Gameplay Video: Click to watch. Marle Gameplay Video: Click to watch. Chrono Trigger DS...

Dissidia: Final Fantasy Gameplay Trailer

kula shakerz    2008-08-23    7 comments

Square Enix recently updated the official Dissidia: Final Fantasy website with a gameplay trailer shown a few weeks ago at their DKΣ3713 party. Click here to watch it. Thanks to finalbahamut who posted it on the forums.

North American Chrono Trigger DS Cover Revealed

kula shakerz    2008-08-23    0 comments

The official North American Chrono Trigger DS cover was revealed by Square Enix yesterday. Do you think it looks familiar? It might be because its identical to the original Super Nintendo cover. Chrono Trigger DS is hitting North American shelves on November the 25th. In related news, Chrono Trigger is celebrating its 13th birthday in North America on August the...


Star Ocean: First Departure Coming to Europe

kula shakerz    2008-08-23    0 comments

Square Enix recently announced that Star Ocean: First Departure will be released in Europe this October. The exact date isn't known yet but it will probably be announced soon. Star Ocean: First Departure is set for a North American release on October the 21st.

Bunch of New XIII and Versus XIII Screenshots

kula shakerz    2008-08-19    10 comments

Final Fantasy XIII and Final Fantasy Versus XIII might still be far away but here are some new screenshots to drool over while we wait for these two highly anticipated titles. Final Fantasy XIII Screenshot #1 Final Fantasy XIII Screenshot #2 Final Fantasy XIII Screenshot #3 Final Fantasy XIII Screenshot #4 Final Fantasy XIII Screenshot #5 Final Fantasy XIII Screenshot...

Final Fantasy IV Gets European Release Date

kula shakerz    2008-08-12    2 comments

Square Enix has announced that their Final Fantasy IV remake for the Nintendo DS will be released in Europe on September the 5th. John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix Ltd. comments: "Final Fantasy IV is one of the most significant titles in the history of the Final Fantasy franchise. It has been remarkably enhanced for the...


New Final Fantasy XIII & Versus XIII Scans

kula shakerz    2008-08-08    5 comments

The latest issue of the Japanese magazine Shonen Jump includes some brand new screenshots of both Final Fantasy XIII and Final Fantasy Versus XIII. There isn't any new information on the two pages but there are screens of the new locations shown in the DKΣ3713 trailers.

Chrono Trigger DS Coming to Europe in Early 2009

kula shakerz    2008-08-07    2 comments

Square Enix has announced that Chrono Trigger will be released for the Nintendo DS in Europe early 2009 (this is actually the first official release of the game in Europe). John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix Ltd. comments: "It gives me great pleasure to see CHRONO TRIGGER being released in Europe and the PAL territories. With...

Sigma Harmonics Reviewed by Famitsu

kula shakerz    2008-08-07    2 comments

The latest issue of the Famitsu magazine features a review of Sigma Harmonics for the Nintendo DS. The game got an overall score of 31/40 after being reviewed by 4 people and it was selected as "This weeks best pick". Sigma Harmonics is going to be released on the 21st of August in Japan.


DKΣ3713: Agito XIII PSP Bound

Brendan    2008-08-02    6 comments

As a part of the flurry of console and release announcements, Final Fantasy Agito XIII will be joining the likes of the Star Ocean and Kingdom Hearts games on the Sony PSP. No other concrete details have been released at this time, but we will be sure to keep you updated!

DKΣ3713: The 3rd Birthday Coming to PSP

Brendan    2008-08-02    4 comments

The third title in the Parasite Eve series, the 3rd Birthday, has been confirmed for the Sony hand held console, the PlayStation Portable. Square Enix lists the game for a 2009 release although little other media is currently available. Please Stay Tuned. This article will be updated as the DKΣ3713 event continues.

DKΣ3713: Demo and Release for FFXIII in 2009

Brendan    2008-08-02    3 comments

Straight from the horse's mouth, Final Fantasy XIII will release as a PS3 Exclusive in Japan, officially, next year! In March of 2009, Square Enix will be releasing a PlayStation 3 Demo of Final Fantasy XIII with its Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children Complete PS3 Hardware Bundle, so importers, be on the alert! This special disk will include new footage...