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Final Fantasy 13-3 is using assets from Versus 13.

FF Dream recently spoke with SquareEnix’s Julien Merceron, in their discussion they were able to unearth a few details about Final Fantasy 13-3 and Versus 13.

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Jinkies4572d ago

I call bull s***

They're just trying to sucker peope in one last time to buy the game by saying its using elements from the most wanted Square Enix game that peope are really excited for, trying to rub off some of its hype on FF13-3.

Nice try Square Enix

KingKelloggTheWH4572d ago

That is indeed what this appears to be.

I wish they would just start focusing on Versus now.

BiggCMan4571d ago

13 and 13-2 are really good games, I hate seeing so many people despise them. If people would sit down and play both games from start to finish, a lot would change their minds. I get annoyed at how many people keep saying "oh this shit isn't Final Fantasy any more". Well they wanted to try something new, and they did well at it. The story is amazing, and the main focus which is why it's not as open as the other games. People have so much hate for 2 great games, but they are so blind.

Temporary4571d ago

It's more hate for the company than the game. The quality of their games have dropped dramatically...but you would only know this if you were a Squaresoft fan during its golden age.

Any kid can play FFXIII and say it's a decent game, but they have no frame of reference to compare the quality with because they havent grown with the franchise.

FFXIII is GARBAGE compared to their past titles, and theres been a downward decline in that quality since they almost went bankrupt and had to merge.

Tr10wn4571d ago

"13 and 13-2 are really good games, I hate seeing so many people despise them. If people would sit down and play both games from start to finish, a lot would change their minds. I get annoyed at how many people keep saying "oh this shit isn't Final Fantasy any more". Well they wanted to try something new, and they did well at it. The story is amazing, and the main focus which is why it's not as open as the other games. People have so much hate for 2 great games, but they are so blind."

Lets try something new, how about next time Square enix do a game where you can move in the world and explore it and not a game which you start playing it and you can basically see the last boss from the start because is a strait line from start to finish.

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AsheXII4572d ago

They also said they are using elements from XIII and XIII-2, which apparently are not that desired.

Great cherry pick mate.

Irishguy954572d ago

FF Versus used assets from FFXIII too. No reason for them not to use some Versus models or use bits of the engine they created for Versus

PshycoNinja4571d ago

No they didn't. They dont even use Crystal Tools anymore. Story terminology isn't considered assets in the industry. Nice try.

Gamer19824571d ago

I think versus is a giant con to keep people wondering and supporting S-E. I used to think it was real but now thinking its nothing more than vaporware.

iamtehpwn4571d ago (Edited 4571d ago )

Of course if anyone actually read the article, the title on N4G is misleading. It says "Elements" from Final Fantasy Versus XIII are being used in LRFFXIII not assets. Assets are enemies, characters, animations, etc.
Here's a better written version of this report:
http://www.novacrystallis.c...

What they're actually most likely (my guess) using is such things as the dynamic Day/Night and weather system Versus has, and elements of Versus' combat system which is a Real-time action sense just like Lightning Returns battle system is.

CalvinKlein4571d ago (Edited 4571d ago )

I like how ps3 fanboys act like FFvs13 was ever even going to be good anyways. Everything points to it being crap like their other games recently but since it is a ps3 exclusive its gonna be soooooo goood. All they have to do is make it mulitplat and instantly every ps3 fanboy will bash it instead of over hype the Sh@t out of it.

but I love hearing about how great it is gonna be, a game we've never seen any gameplay of or even a real screen shot, from a developer who cant make a good game anymore. I could promise you people a ps3 exclusive turd and you would over hype it as the greatest thing ever until I say that turd will also be on xbox.

ShoryukenII4571d ago

I don't think that you understand what SE did to Final Fantasy fans when they announced XIII for the 360. We found out that they cut so much out of the game for the 360 that they were able to make 13-2 and now 13-3.

I'm not trying to insult the 360 but that DVD is just too small. So we have very high expectations for Versus XIII. We haven't seen anything objectionable so far, in fact, what we've seen looks fantastic. The features sound like they are correcting all of the mistakes from XIII.

If they announce it for the 360, then we will be VERY disappointed since we have been waiting for over six years and judging by their history, things won't end well. So it isn't about us being fanboys for the PS3, more us being fanboys for Final Fantasy.

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dragonrage004571d ago

They have shown gameplay of the game... That said, I dont think its a matter of ps3 fanboyism. Its a matter of FF fans having something to look forward to. From the gameplay Ive seen, Im not too excited. The gameplay has even less RPG to it. Seems more like a mix between dirge of cerberus and crysis core. I honestly dont know how that type of game is supposed to "save" final fantasy.

princejb1344571d ago

whats a versus 13?
is ithat game still in square enix radar; i was promised that game years ago and i still have barely seen gameplay of it
next to capcom, square is just as bad a company that dont care about their fans

-Gespenst-4571d ago

So cynical. THEY asked HIM a question, and he gave an answer. It's not like SE have made an unprompted announcement out of this.

FACTUAL evidence4571d ago

I might get a crap storm of disagrees, but this can be a hint of VS 13 having the possibility of going multi-plat if it ever sees a release date.

Kratoscar20084571d ago

I think that you are right but i dont care anymore Vs could turn just like XIII (The hype of Vs is the same as XIII got).

stragomccloud4571d ago

They might be using this money to fund Versus XIII so I'll be getting it.

shutUpAndTakeMyMoney4571d ago

lol are u new to console gaming? This will work!!

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KingOptimusAscend1114572d ago

I think this is not fair to keep holding this game off for lightning sequels.

KingKelloggTheWH4572d ago

Agreed,this is actually causing me to not want to support the 13 trilogy :(

I just don't understand why they would delay Versus so far and focus on the most hated entry in the series.

KingOptimusAscend1114572d ago (Edited 4572d ago )

Here is my guess. I'm probably wrong and will get disagreed.

My guess is maybe after they showed it to us in Jan 2011 they went into budget problems so Nomura called up Sony and said "We might have to go multiplat or cancel the game." but Sony was probably like this game is to epic to let go out of our hands. Then they had a meeting Sony paid Square to keep the development going on the PS3 and bring it to the PS4 (seeing how the PS4 maybe launching next year and Versus won't be out till like 2014.) Then at E3 Sony and Square will announce FF Versus XIII has been renamed and will becoming to the PS3 & PS4 in 2014.

MariaHelFutura4571d ago

The Reason: Final Fantasy 13 and 13-2 sold very very well.

Redempteur4571d ago

FF13 is not the most hated entry ... people are just "angry "on the internet and only on the internet ...

Both FF13 games made profits ..and some people want to know how the story ends ..

Snookies124571d ago

@Redempteur - The story should have ended on the first game.... -_- Not to say I didn't think FFXIII-2 was better, because it kind of was in terms of gameplay. However, I seriously doubt most people would take a XIII-3 over Versus XIII.

Grap4571d ago

@Redempteur are you in real life as i am. i mean i talk to people about this game and when i mean people a lot of fans. and the highest reaction for FF13 is midcore.

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Jinkies4571d ago

I know right

I care more about Noctis then I do with Lightning and I know nothing about Noctis yet.

Lightning is terrible as a main character, she shouldn't of been the one to get sequels, Tidus, Squall, Zidine but no we got Lightning instead.

FamilyGuy4571d ago

They spent a lot of money creating ff13, making sequels is relatively cheap for them. They keep coming out with them for the instant-money-grab factor.

LX-General-Kaos4572d ago (Edited 4572d ago )

That's very nice of them. Hopefully when the Final Fantasy 13 trilogy comes to a close, Square will go back to focus on the gaming experiences that the people have asked for. A proper home console traditional jrpg release will do Square Enix and the hopeful jrpg community great justice.

I remember viewing target render videos to Final Fantasy Versus 13 over half a decade ago. Back when this current generation was considered next generation. Still not even a trace of evidence to the survival and or release of Final Fantasy Versus 13 anywhere on the planet. At this point it no longer matters the platform or platforms of release. Just give the people what they deserve.

Rated E For Everyone

DatNJDom814571d ago

How does he have all those bubbles? All he does is stealth troll.

Ippiki Okami4571d ago

or Rated E for ego. *gets on knees* Thank you for gracing us with your comments your highness. /sarcasm

Jinkies4571d ago (Edited 4571d ago )

@DatNJDom81

because some of us are stupid enough to give him them, either that or the mods are just off their tits on LSD.

Seriously the amount of times I've used the bubble down feature, with the mass of disagrees he gets and still nothing yet you could say one swear word on here and BOOM...bubbled down.

ZoyosJD4571d ago (Edited 4571d ago )

This situation still sucks for supporters of VS13 who do not like the direction of the 13 series. Hopefully when the FF13 trilogy comes to a close, Square will go back to focus on the gaming experiences that the people have asked for, although I would have preferred sooner rather than later. The release date of VS13 alone would please many who have strayed from the FF series.

I remember the FF VS 13 trailers over 6 years ago; back when this current gen was considered next gen. There have been plenty of reassurances that FFVS 13 is in the works, yet absolutely no evidence that they even care. Just give the people what they deserve, particularly those who have eagerly awaited this unkempt promise.

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KingKelloggTheWH4572d ago

A single picture from Versus would be great :(

Godmars2904572d ago

You know, I don't need reason not to buy Versus at this point.

13 if not 13-2 were only reason to worry about it. Now you're trying to scare me off.

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Six Times When Games Turned Into A Horror Game

Ever play a game a game only to discover at some point it transforms into a horror game? No? Well Netto's Game Room shares six games that do just that!

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P_Bomb4d ago

Immediately thought of the El Dorado zombie dudes in Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune.

raWfodog4d ago (Edited 4d ago )

Not necessarily a ‘horror’ moment, but I remember feeling really tense and anxious when the Flood were first introduced in the original Halo. I never felt more on edge or nervous in that whole game as that moment. I think it was the whole buildup that something terrible was coming but you didn’t know exactly what.

Another non-horror game that had me feeling it was Subnautica. The deep dark depths, and knowing that sea monsters were lurking nearby, had me jumping at every sound.

NettosGameRoom3d ago

That scene where you first see them attack is pretty crazy!

Relientk773d ago

I remember being scared of the Asylum level in the most recent Thief game from 2014.

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Final Fantasy XV Datamine Reveals Hidden Chapter 14 Scene That Was Cut

A new datamine of game files from Final Fantasy XV has revealed a cut scene from Chapter 14 that didn't make it into the final release.

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gold_drake138d ago

always liked 15, but the development was shch a shitshow. it could have been so much more.

but Tabata did a good job with what he had regardless

DivineHand125138d ago

Ff15 was a missed opportunity from square as they transitioned from turn based to real time.

One of the issues is that it was 30 fps. The combat mechanics required precision dodges to activate Noctis teleport ability and it was difficult to do at 30 fps. I am glad they rectified that in FF16. The story and flow also felt like it went through a chopshop similar to how some live service games end up when they are trying to meet a deadline. Those extra episodes they sold as dlc should have been in the maingame.

FF15 is one of the weaker entries in the series.

Z501137d ago

Dodges don't activate the teleport ability. Teleport was R1 + O. Dodge was just the O button. Explain the Black Hood (the item that automatically Dodges for you)

TheNamelessOne138d ago

Ah yes; FF XV.
The beginning of me coming to the realization the series was no longer for me.

Michiel1989137d ago

16 was a lot better, I think 15 was just a big mess with how development went and all. The music though, one of the best in the series, probably the only reason I finished the game.

Cacabunga137d ago

At least FF15 had RPG elements . 16 was just an action game from beginning to end.

Michiel1989137d ago

I rather have a good action game than a bad rpg with 2 button combat

Cacabunga137d ago (Edited 137d ago )

Then call it something else then FF. I got scammed with FF16. Nothing of what i expected it to be.
Even the action is bad in it, especially after the demo section where absolutely nothing happens until the very end.

FF15 isnt a great game but it has some variety at least.

CrimsonWing69138d ago

That initial trailer with the Leviathan fight was the game I wish we got. The actual retail release was watchdogged to all Hell and while there’s enjoyment to be had in the game, it’s such an incomplete product and so many elements feel so slapped together without any cohesion.

Like, don’t get me wrong, I loved fishing, cooking, and the first third of the game, but I much rather they made a story that didn’t feel barely there and the the last third of the game didn’t feel so rushed and unfinished.

Becuzisaid137d ago

Every time a party member left for a period of time screamed future paid dlc. It was horrible.

Imagine Dagger and Steiner making the party go to sleep in Lindblum in FF9 disc 1 and then taking off to Alexandria by foot themselves, but then never playing their side of the adventure in disc 2 when they smuggle her through the South Gate in pickles, take the cable car and fight the Waltz, head to Treno and start the quest to find Supersoft. They just eventually reunite with the main party in the future without explanation of what went on in their adventure.

Or Sephiroth's backstory in the famous Kalm flashback being added as a dlc pack. Same goes for Vincent, Cid, or Yuffie for that matter.

Oh and anything to do with Jenova, the Ancients, Aerith, her mom and Gast, shoved into a 2 hour CG movie or 5 hour anime ministries that's considered required viewing for anything in the main game to make sense or have characters actually be interesting.

I enjoyed FF15 at the time, and finished it, but it's bright spots are marred by a bad development cycle and a worse marketing scheme.

CrimsonWing69137d ago

What’s sad is when I watched a vid on the entire story (that wasn’t properly told in the actual game)!it was really solid and could’ve been one of the most epic stories in any FF. I think a lot of the compilation and cross-media stuff really f*cked it all up.

gurp138d ago

FFXV was underrated in my opinion
I have played all of the final fantasy games, and I loved this game
turn based to me takes too long, I like active battle
the extra dlc and chapters should have been included in the original release, but it is nice that they fixed the game later

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Here Are The Games Leaving PS Plus Extra & Premium In May 2024

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gold_drake390d ago

crazy, glad i own the ones i wanted to revisit and play

ChasterMies390d ago

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Asterphoenix390d ago

Glad that I absolutely can't stand subscription services.

Petebloodyonion390d ago (Edited 390d ago )

I don't recall Sony forcing you to subscribe like nobody forced you to go to Blockbuster to rent games instead of buying them.

SonyStyled390d ago

Pay-per-view was almost cheaper than the cost of gas and rental fee from Blockbuster. Blockbuster doesn’t exist today. Are you being sarcastic?