July 22
Will FF Versus XIII go to X360?
There are chances. Let me explain the theory as to how and why Final Fantasy Versus XIII could appear to the Xbox 360. Whether Square-Enix announce it at a later date as a straight release or a timed exclusive on the Playstation 3, then makes it way to the 360 some time after, it could happen.
Why it could go to X360
As some of you know there is a connection between FFXIII and Versus. The only real connection is they’re all under one compilation (Fabula Nova Crystallis) that unites the games under one big theme. Not only that but both games take place in the same universe, but neither story conflicts with each other. Square-Enix probably still doesn’t know what to do yet and are most likely still thinking of ideas. The two stories may conflict in some way. If this is true and Versus doesn’t get a X360 release, are they screwed?
What if the rest of the story unfolds in Versus? What if you need to play Versus to find out what happened to so and so? There are many things that could lead into Versus.
Square-Enix went through bankruptcy when they release the Final Fantasy movie and they are still chasing the loses. This could make their minds up eventually. Also, if FFXIII sells well on X360, whats to stop them from releasing Versus?
Remember a year ago when Square-Enix were saying that FFXIII is a PS3 exclusive?
Why it won’t go to X360
The first one is that Tetsuya Nomura doesn’t want it to go to the X360. Why? Because he probably knows that the Playstation Fanbase will go against Square-Enix, he loves the PS3 and has no intention of making the game for the X360. Afterall, PS3 isn’t getting Start Ocean 4 or Infinite Undiscovery… yet.
They announced at E3 2008 that Versus is a PS3 exclusive.
If Versus went to the X360, what will the PS3 have in terms of exclusivity from Square-Enix? Ok, they are going to be announcing something shortly that is supposed to turn the favour back into Sony’s hands. it has to be a big announcement like a Final Fantasy VII remake.
Versus exclusivity at the moment
At this moment in time FFXIII Versus is a Playstation 3 exclusive. Do you think Versus could make an appearance on the Xbox 360?
In an interview with Square Enix Executive Shinji Hashimoto, it was revealed that Final Fantasy XIII Versus will remain a Playstation 3 exlusive.
“We won’t change policy,”
“Final Fantasy Versus XIII is still a PlayStaion 3 exclusive.”
As long as PS3 gets some form of Final Fantasy exclusive its all good, but it is a massive blow that FFXIII couldn’t remain an exlcusive.
Well well, Final Fantasy fans can be happy once again as Square Enix will be returning to E3 this year at Los Angeles Convention Centre, the place where it should be because last year E3 was shambles. Square pretty much sat through the entire thing last year.
This year will be different because according to finalfantasyxiii.net Square will be returning to E3 and most likely showcasing FFXIII and possibly FFXIII Versus. Square have secured a very large both to itself once again.
“Good news is though, Square Enix is appearing at E3 2008. This is looking like a good sign as the Expo returns to the Los Angeles Convention Centre. Last year when E3 was in shams, Square Enix choose to basically sit the entirety of E3 07 out, to the dismay of FF fans worldwide. As the Expo is returning to a singular location, and Square is confirmed to have a very large both to itself once again, and not to mention the drought in news, E3 2008 will almost certainly bring news on FF13 and hopefully Versus 13 as well.”
Not only that but a demo could be on cards. There even could be a playable demo at E3. But Square is planning on getting a demo together.
“Square Enix is planning on getting a demo out to the public, although not specifying any particular region. The demo is planned mainly to showcase the new and very different battle system of Final Fantasy 13. The theme of the first game is determination, something that has been translated well so far in Lightning’s actions and expression”
If all this turn out to be true then Final Fantasy fans are in for a real treat at E3.
I’m sure we will be shown a breathtaking video of Final Fantasy XIII and maybe Final Fantasy XIII Versus too. I hope they release the videos on PSN too!
Lets just hope it is true! Oh and in case you didn’t know, E3 2008 will start the 15th of July and will last until July the 17th.
Oh and with all this news on the Xbox 360 getting Star Ocean 4 and The last Remnant, don’t underestimate the power of Final Fantasy.