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News Nomura: PS4 Will Facilitate Massive Improvements in Kingdom Hearts III
Cloud nine
This week’s Kingdom Hearts III trailer didn’t quite represent the step-up for the Square Enix published series that many had expected – but speaking as part of a ‘Conversations with Creators’ video, series director Tetsuya Nomura has
News Board the Kingdom Hearts III Hype Train with New PS4 Footage
Mickey magic
Square Enix certainly isn’t messing around at the moment. Hot on the heels of Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX’s announcement, the Japanese publisher has conjured up 90 seconds of brand new Kingdom Hearts III gameplay. The footage shows off three sequences from the title, as protagonist Sora battles Heartless, rides a ghost ship, and...
News Oh No, the Chocobo Eater Is Back in Lighting Returns: Final Fantasy XIII
Foul fiend
There may be some debate over what actually constitutes a bad Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII cameo, but we’re pretty sure that we can all agree that the Chocobo Eater is not a character that any of us would like to see. The beast first appeared in
News Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX Rekindles Your Love of Disney Next Year
Series surpasses 20 million sales
The build up to Kingdom Hearts III will continue exclusively on the PlayStation 3 next year, as Square Enix has officially acknowledged its worst kept secret: Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX. The compilation – which follows in the footsteps of last month’s
Review Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX (PlayStation 3)
Total eclipse of the heart
When Square and Disney's unlikely collaboration first graced our screens back in 2002, Kingdom Hearts was commended for its fantastic visuals, jaw-dropping cut-scenes, and wonderful animations – all of which still hold up relatively well on the PlayStation 2 today. It must be said, then, that giving the first Kingdom...
News Don't Think You've Seen the Last of Sleeping Dogs Just Yet
Triad Wars jostles for superiority in 2014
Grand Theft Auto V may be all the rage right now, but we still think that Sleeping Dogs is a stronger game in places. The controls, for starters, aren’t an outright mess, while the combat – be it melee or weapon-based – is much better in United Front Games’ release. As such, it’s pretty exciting...
News Oh No, Vanille's Going to Be in Lighting Returns: Final Fantasy XIII
Pack it up
Square Enix seems intent on scuppering Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII’s chances. Despite early indications suggesting that the game is actually, y’know, quite good, the Japanese publisher has announced that Vanille – otherwise known as the worst character ever – will be making a comeback. The disastrous revelation was made...
News Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII Flashes Footage of the End of the World
Not a hair conditioner commercial
If the real rapture is anything like Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII’s, then we’re counting down the days. This brand new video includes the opening cinematic from Square Enix’s upcoming JRPG, and shows carefree citizens enjoying a firework display and pole dancing production while they await Armageddon...
News Lightning Can't Help Cosplaying As Her Favourite Final Fantasy VII Characters
If in doubt, bring out Aerith
You know that times are tough when Square Enix starts leaning on Final Fantasy VII nostalgia. The publisher refuses to reboot the PSone Classic for modern consoles, but is more than happy to play on your fondness for the JRPG favourite. Not content with the recently revealed Cloud costume for Lightning Returns: Final...
TGS 2013 You'll Have Seen a Lot of This Final Fantasy XV Footage Before
Blink and you'll miss it
Square Enix wasn’t entirely honest when it warned fans not to expect any Final Fantasy XV updates at this year’s Tokyo Game Show. The trailer embedded below is mostly made up of recycled footage from the title’s E3 re-reveal, but there are a couple of seconds of new content to tide you over until
Review Final Fantasy XIV Online: A Realm Reborn (PlayStation 3)
Reborn to try
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is a remake of the failed PC release of the same name, only this time, Square Enix has ported the title to the PlayStation 3. It’s a completely cross-platform game, where PC and PS3 players all reside on the same servers with the exact same content. Purchasing the game includes a 30 day subscription,...
TGS 2013 We Hope You're Not Expecting Any Updates on Final Fantasy XV
Washing its ridiculous hair
Final Fantasy XV was officially re-announced for the PlayStation 4 at this year’s E3 – meaning that it’s time for the project to disappear for a few years. Square Enix has confirmed that it will not be sharing any new information about the title at this year’s Tokyo Game Show, so you’ll have to settle for
News Continue Your PS3 Final Fantasy XIV Adventure On PS4 At No Additional Cost
Gen jumping
If you're currently busy questing to your heart's content in the luscious world of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn on PlayStation 3, you may be happy to know that you'll be able to carry your progress over onto Sony's next generation console. And the best part? You won't have to pay a penny. If you've purchased Square Enix's initially...
News Tomb Raider's Popularity Hasn't Capsized, Reboot Reaches 4 Million Sales
That's a Lara copies
It may have been branded a sales disappointment by a deluded Square Enix management team, but Crystal Dynamics’ critically acclaimed Tomb Raider reboot is anything but a commercial flop. As part of a candid blog post on Gamasutra, new head of studios Darrell Gallagher revealed that the title has
GamesCom 2013 Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII Goes Overboard With CG Hair
How much does this cost
Square Enix has always been known for its love of CG cutscenes, but we think that the opening part of this new trailer for Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII might be taking things a touch too far. It's almost like moody heroine Lightning and gritty-rebooted Snow exist purely to show off their designer hairstyles, despite...
News Thief Rises from 25th February on PS4 and PS3
Real steal
Say what you will about Square Enix, the company knows how to produce a decent trailer. Eidos Montreal’s upcoming Thief reboot may have been mimicking its main character’s sneaky ways of late, but the publisher has put the title right under a particularly potent gas lamp this week with the awesome mood piece embedded below. It may...
News Oh, There's a New Tomb Raider Title in Production for PS4
Are you feeling protective?
Poor old Lara Croft can’t seem to catch a break. Aside from having her forename frequently mispronounced, the budding archaeologist always seems to find herself in a scrape. And she’s not set to break that spate of bad luck on the PlayStation 4, as publisher Square Enix has revealed that it’s working on a new Tomb...
News What if Final Fantasy VII Was a Live-Action Web Series?
Now you can find out
No matter how much you love Final Fantasy VII, we’re guessing that you don’t love it quite as much as Italian director Gionata Medeot. Having produced the live-action trailer embedded below, the London-based media mogul has been recruited by North American upstart Shinra Productions to produce a full web series inspired by...
News Get your Daily Dose of Nonsense with Another Lightning Returns Trailer
Here we go again
Just when you thought that Lightning couldn't get any more melodramatic this week, Square Enix has released yet another trailer – this time in an attempt to detail some of Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII's spiralling story arc. Keep your eyes peeled and you'll see cameos from some of your favourite – or not so favourite...
Rumour Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Adds a Little Drama
Re-release to boast an additional 30 minutes
If you weren’t satisfied with the levels of nonsense in the Final Fantasy X story arc, then you may be elated to learn that Square Enix is aiming to sate your questionable cravings with an additional 30 minute drama added to the end of Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster’s credits. According to Jump...
News This Cloud Strife Costume Makes Lightning Even Moodier
Power of the cloud
Final Fantasy VII is finally entering the HD era – well, sort of. By pre-ordering Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII, you'll snag a SOLDIER uniform that's more than a little reminiscent of Cloud Strife's original attire, along with his iconic Buster Sword. The final chapter in Lightning's tale was recently delayed until next...
News Hitman Developer Struck with Layoffs as Studio Refocuses on Franchise
Kane and Lynch keeping out of trouble
You can kiss goodbye to any hopes of a Mini Ninjas sequel. A spokesperson for Square Enix Europe has told Games Industry International that Danish developer IO Interactive has had all of its projects cancelled and its workforce cut in half as it refocuses on the Hitman franchise. In the process, former...
Feature What Was Your Favourite PS4 Game Reveal at E3 2013?
Decisions, decisions
While the PlayStation 4 was undoubtedly one of the biggest stories at this year’s E3, there wasn’t really much in the way of new software announcements for the next generation console. A lot of the content on offer had been revealed previously, be it at Sony’s lengthy PlayStation Meeting earlier in the year, or in the...
E3 2013 Final Fantasy XV Comes Out Swinging in New Gameplay Trailer
Hair you go
Final Fantasy XV, where have you been all our lives? The title – formerly known as Final Fantasy Versus XIII – was re-revealed with a spectacular cinematic trailer during Sony’s E3 2013 press conference earlier in the week, and now Square Enix has followed up with a bunch of gameplay footage. Unsurprisingly, it still looks...
E3 2013 No, Final Fantasy XV and Kingdom Hearts III Are Not Exclusive to PS4
Noctis the news we wanted to hear
It was pretty obvious last night that Final Fantasy XV and Kingdom Hearts III would not be exclusive to the PlayStation 4 – but publisher Square Enix has just made the news official, confirming that the titles will also be launching on the Xbox One. Sony used some pretty intentionally confusing discourse during...
E3 2013 Square Enix Announces Kingdom Hearts III Is Heading to PS4
Oh my Sora, how you've grown
After what seems like the wait of a lifetime, Square Enix has finally revealed that Kingdom Hearts III is "now in development" for the PlayStation 4. However, it's unclear how far into production the title currently stands. There was no mention of the game being exclusive, so expect this to arrive on other platforms...
E3 2013 Final Fantasy Versus XIII Becomes Final Fantasy XV
Looks glorious
During Sony's E3 press conference, Square Enix producer Tetsuya Nomura both shocked and confused JRPG fans by showing a trailer for Final Fantasy Versus XIII, before replacing the game's logo with Final Fantasy XV. And the best news? It's headed to the PlayStation 4. The action-packed trailer looked truly stunning, with detailed...
E3 2013 Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII Celebrates Valentine's Day
Square Enix locks in latest adventure
Losers in love will be able to wipe away their tears with a copy of Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII next year, as Square Enix has confirmed that the sequel will launch on 14th February in Europe. The game’s due out on the slightly less romantic release date of 11th February in North America – but you...
News Murdered: Soul Suspect Trailer Steps Beyond the Grave
Tales from the crypt
Those of you that are fond of ghouls and ghosts – not that kind – will want to hold onto your PlayStation 3 for another year yet, as Square Enix has revealed that spiritual detective title Murdered: Soul Suspect will spook the system in 2014. The game sees you assume the role of a phantom named Ronan O’Connor, who’s...
News Deus Ex: The Fall Teaser Trailer Asks Whether You're Ready to Begin
Prepare yourself for tomorrow
Eidos Montreal has all but confirmed that we’ll get our first glimpse at Deus Ex: The Fall tomorrow. Following the discovery of a handful of a domain names earlier in the year, the developer has deployed a desperately brief teaser trailer, hinting at a 5th June announcement. The seven second video includes the...
News Square Enix Conjures First PS3 Footage of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
Till kingdom come
After an incredible four years, Square Enix is on the verge of summoning Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn onto the PlayStation 3. The title – which is due out on 27th August – was originally announced during Sony’s E3 press conference back in 2009. The game launched on the PC a year later, only to be completely rebuilt from...
News Square Enix Undecided Over Final Fantasy X-2's 'Last Mission'
Umming and ahhing
Final Fantasy X-2 HD could yet include the Japan exclusive epilogue ‘Last Mission’, though Square Enix hasn’t quite made up its mind yet. According to Famitsu magazine, the company is “undecided” as to whether the International Edition add-on will make its way into the PlayStation 3 and Vita re-release, but it’s giving...
News North American PlayStation Plus Awakens with Sleeping Dogs
Pinball Arcade and Knytt Underground also up for grabs
After being severely stomped by its European counterpart for a number of months, SCEA has responded with a bumper PlayStation Plus offering for May. Announced during the latest episode of the PlayStation Blogcast, those of you that are subscribers will be able to feast on as many free pork buns...
News Tomb Raider's Price Slashed in PlayStation Network Flash Sale
Pick up Lara's latest adventure for $29.99
Square Enix has slashed the price of Tomb Raider on the PlayStation Network to $29.99. The catch? You’ve got one weekend to take advantage of the offer. According to a post on the PlayStation Blog, the game will be available at its new discounted price until 12:00PM PST on Monday afternoon.
News Hitman Absolution, Catherine, and Velocity Ultra Front European PS Plus Update
Bandwidth buster
With summer still some way away, Sony’s turning up the temperature early for PlayStation Plus subscribers. Next month’s European Instant Game Collection update is brimming with content, with murder simulator Hitman Absolution leading the charge. You’ll be able to download the beautiful stealth title for free from 1st May –...
News You May Not Have to Wait Much Longer for Final Fantasy Versus XIII Details
Square Enix working hard towards reveal
Official information on the oft-delayed PlayStation 3 exclusive Final Fantasy Versus XIII could be right around the corner. Speaking as part of a web show hosted by publisher Square Enix, director Tetsuya Nomura hinted that while details regarding the title are still "sensitive", the firm has set a date for...
News Scout Out Tomb Raider for £19.99 on the European PlayStation Store
True treasure
Sony’s enormous European Easter Egg Hunt is rolling on today with an enormous discount on Crystal Dynamics' ace Tomb Raider reboot. Starting from now until 11:59AM BST on 31st March, you’ll be able to pillage Lara Croft’s latest adventure for just £19.99/€29.99 from the PlayStation Store. That’s a huge discount over the...
News Could Sleeping Dogs' Sequel Be Resting with the Fishes?
No Wei
Given publisher Square Enix’s volatile temperament at the moment, we’re more than a little concerned by some reports filtering out of Sleeping Dogs developer United Front Games. Apparently, the Canadian studio has been struck by a round of layoffs, following the cancellation of an "action adventure" game. Seasoned snoop Superannuation...
News Steal a Glimpse at the New Thief Game for PS4
Relight the fire
As far as teaser trailers go, this one for Square Enix’s next generation Thief reboot is particularly sly. It shows a candle being put out by a daring hand, and promises more details – including a proper video, we hope – on 2nd April. We’re sure that the copious amounts of chocolate you’re set to scoff over the weekend...
News Yoichi Wada Exits Square Enix Following 'Extraordinary Loss'
Final Fantasy maker down on its luck
John Riccitiello is not the only high-profile video game executive to be heading for the exit door, as Square Enix gaffer Yoichi Wada has been ousted from the company following a dire financial forecast for its current fiscal year. The outgoing boss had been in the job since 2000, but he’ll now be replaced by...
News Watch Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster's First Trailer
It may be your last chance
After teasing the release of Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster’s first trailer last week, we expected publisher Square Enix to provide a little more footage than what’s on offer here. This agonisingly brief 60 second short spends more time trying to explain the title’s weird platform arrangement than showing any actual...
News Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Travelling to Europe and North America
Classics will be bundled on PS3, available separately on Vita
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster will march onto European and North American store shelves later this year, publisher Square Enix has announced. The titles will be bundled on the PlayStation 3, but will be available separately on the PlayStation Vita. Sadly, there’s no word on a release...
News This Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX Trailer Is Unsurprisingly Twee
Like an animated cuddle
Square Enix has conjured up a brand new trailer for its PlayStation 3 exclusive compilation Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX. The video shows off a string of cut-scenes from the upcoming re-master, and sets it all to a heartwarming tune. As lovely as the short is, we’re a little concerned by the framerate in the gameplay...
News Don't Expect to Raid Any More Tombs in Tomb Raider
Developer focusing on multiplayer DLC
Those of you hoping for more single-player DLC in Crystal Dynamics’ excellent Tomb Raider reboot may be disappointed to learn that the studio is focusing all of its attention on multiplayer add-ons from now on. Speaking on Reddit overnight, global brand director Karl Stewart confirmed that the developer has...
News Yes, Final Fantasy X-2 HD Is Strutting onto PS3 and Vita
PlayStation 2 favourites will be bundled on one Blu-ray
As speculated yesterday, Final Fantasy X-2 is conjuring its collection of enchanted clothing onto the PlayStation 3 and Vita. The latest issue of Japanese publication Jump magazine has confirmed that the title will ship alongside its predecessor Final Fantasy X on a single Blu-ray named Final...
Rumour Final Fantasy XV Is Exclusive to the PS4, Sony Is Contributing to Development
Final Fantasy Versus XIII turns its attention to the next generation
With the PlayStation 4 now officially out in the open, it’s been a while since we last had a juicy rumour to sink our teeth into. But just as we were starting to feel impatient, infamous rumourmonger VGLeaks has cooked up a corker and served it in a mushroom cloud-shaped dish...
Rumour Final Fantasy X-2 HD Is Also Coming to PlayStation 3 and Vita
You'll have to buy them separately on the handheld, though
Those of you that like to indulge in a little dress up may be delighted to learn that Final Fantasy X-2 could be coming to the PlayStation 3 and Vita. Gematsu reports that alongside the oft delayed HD port of Final Fantasy X, a re-mastered version of its sequel may also be strutting onto the...
News UK Sales Charts: Tomb Raider Staves Off God of War: Ascension
Baying for blood
If poor Lara Croft thought that she was in a dire situation before, now she’s got a bloodthirsty Kratos breathing down her neck. Crystal Dynamics’ top-notch Tomb Raider reboot has held onto its place atop the UK sales charts for a second week, fending off the familiar but fantastic God of War: Ascension, which finished in...
News UK Sales Charts: Tomb Raider Reboot Smashes Retail Records
Plunders plenty of wallets
It may only be March, but Tomb Raider is currently the game to beat. Crystal Dynamics’ well-received reboot safely secured the biggest launch of the year so far, outselling 2013's previous best, the awful Aliens: Colonial Marines, by more than double. It’s worth remembering, however, that the title released on a...
News Budding Archaeologists Descend on Tomb Raider in Droves
One million players step into the unknown
Things are finally looking up for Lara Croft. After months spent stranded on a desert island, the famous protagonist is finally getting her reward – by sharing her journey to Hell and back with throngs of players across the globe. Posting on Twitter, brand director Karl Stewart beamed that over one million...
