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it appears that Final Fantasy XIII is worse on the Xbox 360. Nowgamer has noticed some differences between the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions. This what they noted:

• While facial detail appears largely unchanged, the characters’ clothes appear at first glance to be lacking finer details, with notably lower resolution textures.
• Incidental environmental objects and enemies appear less detailed, both in texture and geometry.
• The game’s CG is extremely compressed and pales alongside the stunning HD goodness which blu-ray offers.

If you want the best version of Final Fantasy XIII, the clear answer is go for the PS3 version.

Whats your opinion?

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Here’s a gameplay video of Final Fantasy XIII where Odin is summoned.

Summon your trusted steed into battle to help turn the tides in Final Fantasy XIII.

Final Fantasy XIII has been released in Japan, many have imported the game but don’t understand Japanese. This won’t help you with the game but the below is the English fact sheet for the game.

Square Enix proudly presents FINAL FANTASY XIII, the latest installment in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series, which has shipped over 85 million units worldwide. To celebrate the 13th title in the series, Square Enix has undertaken a colossal project involving the development of various content for multiple platforms. FABULA NOVA CRYSTALLIS™, defined in Latin as “the new tale of the crystal,” is made up of several different titles based on variations of the FINAL FANTASY XIII universe.

While each title in the project features different characters, different worlds and different stories, all are ultimately based on and expand upon a common mythos. Overview In FINAL FANTASY XIII, players will embark on a journey through the cityworld of Cocoon and the outerworld of Pulse, encountering and fighting alongside a diverse group of allies. Execute powerful attacks with weapons and magic, and summon the enigmatic Eidolons with an evolved Active Time Battle system. Experience seamless transitions between real-time gameplay and in-game cinematics. Do you have the courage to face your destiny?

Features:

• Take Part in a Gaming Experience that Sets New Standards – The first in the series developed for a simultaneous release on multiple high-definition consoles, FINAL FANTASY XIII pushes new boundaries in cinematic presentation, sound and gameplay.
• Experience the Unity of Speed and Strategy with the Ultimate Active Time Battle system – The familiar system has evolved, granting players the freedom of executing numerous commands in a single turn with the multi-slot ATB gauge. Whether inputting singular commands in each slot for consecutive attacks, or expending multiple slots at once to activate a devastating blow, it’s up to the players to respond effectively to the battle conditions at hand.
• Adapt to the Ever-Changing Tide of Battle with Paradigms – A brand-new game mechanic enabling players to assign roles to their party members at any time during battle, shifting between combat paradigms. Consisting of various combinations of the game’s six roles, ranging from Commando, the offensive specialist, to Medic, the quintessential healer, paradigms allowplayers to respond and adapt instantly to any given situation to turn the tide and seize victory.
• Witness the Battle Scene Transform with an All-New Summon System – Introducing Gestalt Mode, a powerful dimension of the summon system that elevates the action to a whole new level. In Gestalt Mode, characters and their transformed Eidolons fight as one, dealing massive damage to enemies through simple button commands.
• Delve into an Emotional Experience – An immersive storyline connects players to an intriguing cast of characters. Will they have the strength to confront their cursed fates, or will destiny prevail over all that they believe in?

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Famitsu/Enterbrain has revealed the first week sales for Final Fantasy XIII that was released on the 17th of December 2009 in Japan.

During the week of release, FFXIII has sold 1,516,532 units. Furthermore, the game has helped bost the hardware sales of the PS3 to 245,406 during the first week.

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For those of you that have Final Fantasy XIII (out in Japan) you’ll realise that their is a campaign code for Final Fantasy XIV and we bet you are wondering what it’s for.

The twenty digit code packaged with the first shipment of Final Fantasy XIII gives future Final Fantasy XIV players a secret item when the MMO debuts next year. Before that happens, the campaign code is also a ticket to apply for the PlayStation 3 Final Fantasy XIV beta.

So keep hold of the code for now and keep it safe as it will become useful one day.

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Here’s a gameplay video of Final Fantasy XIII.

Lightning, Snow, and Vanille boldly brave their frozen surroundings.

Final Fantasy XIII Crystal Cavern Gameplay Video

Here’s the trophy list for Final Fantasy XIII. There are 16 secret trophies.

Bronze

• Assault Ruby – Master the Attacker Role
• Destruction Sapphire – Master the Blaster Role
• Guardian Topaz – Master the Defender Role
• Hex Jade – Master the Jammer Role
• Inspiration Amethyst – Master the Enhancer Role
• Healing Emerald – Master the Healer Role

Silver

• Limit Breaker – Deal over 100,000 damage to an enemy
• Behemoth Hunter – Slay a wandering behemoth
• Perfect Diamond – Learn all abilities to the fullest

Gold

• Collector of All Things – Collect all weapons and accessories
• The All Knowing Sage – Gain the complete knowledge of 100 different enemies

Platinum

Platinum Trophy – Achieve all trophies

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The latest Degenki Japanese video game magazine revealed revealed that when you unlock a certain trophy on the Playstation 3 version of Final Fantasy XIII it will unlock a XMB theme for you.

No word on the trophy that unlocks the theme.

Final Fantasy XIII is due out in Japan on Dec 13th 2009 and next year everywhere else.

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Square Enix has released a new advert in Japan for Final Fantasy 13. You’ll see that the commercial is in gameplay and no CGI and it looks brilliant. Check it out.

Below is the European Final Fantasy Boxart. What do you make of it?

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Here’s another Final Final Fantasy XIII Trailer to take a look at. The game is due for release next year. Enjoy.

It’s finally official, Final Fantasy XIII will launch on March 9, 2010. Four years after it was announced the game will finally reach North America and Europe. Months later then it’s Japanese release date.

John Yamamoto, President of Square Enix, Inc had this to say

We know that our fans have been eagerly awaiting the next installation of the franchise Final Fantasy XIII will exceed all expectations. Coming simultaneously to PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 for the first time, Final Fantasy XIII will be available to all players who are looking for the most immersive gaming experience of 2010

This might sound weird, but I’m advising all gamers to save their holiday money which they intent to use to buy games with christmas and use it for games in the first 5 months of 2010 as this schedule is going to be packed!

Source: Joystiq

Square Enix showed off a new trailer at the Tokyo Game Show this year for Final Fantasy XIII, you’ll see Fireworks, and Snow with his love interest Serah. With a mix of some gameplay.

Final Fantasy XIII is set for release in Japan on Dec. 17th 2009, while Europe and US territories get it sometime Srping 2010.

During Square Enix’s Conference all things Final Fantasy XIII, a few good news came out of it. One of these is a confirmed bundle for the Japan audience for a PS3 Slim and a copy of Final Fantasy XIII, with more details to come at Tokyo Game Show.

Square Enix is still aiming for a Spring Target release for the western market, meaning North America and Europe, possibly simultaneous. With more news on this possibly coming in Tokyo Game Show.

Last but not least the Japanese release date we reported earlier has been confirmed, available for sale on Dec. 17th.

Square has also shown a new trailer, but not available for public viewing, so we’ll have to wait.

In recent ads, the long winter 09 release for Final Fantasy XIII release date was seen. The official announcement for the release wasn’t supposed to be heard until later today. Though it isn’t confirmed, but this will be a highly release date for the game. Seeing as it will be marketed just a week before Christmas in Japan, much like White Knight Chronicles (with the exception of WKC releasing on Christmas day). This holiday season will be great for Japanese buyers and/or importers.

Keep in mind that this is the release date for Japan only, US and European markets won’t be seeing the game until Spring of 2010.