To begin the slew of FF XIII tidbits, Square-Enix has finally revealed the final Japanese trailer of FF XIII.  This video is five minutes long and features some excellent cut scenes.  Additionally, several new characters are shown throughout the trailer as well as some gameplay footage.  Enjoy the trailer here.

The European and North American versions of FFXIII's boxart has also been confirmed.  This is quite different as usually the European boxarts typically only feature the game's logo only.

Famitsu has released outstanding digital images of previous scans, including shots of new monsters, different landscapes and battle screens.

We will have more updates in regards to FF XIII as the Japanese release date of Dec 17th, 2009 gets closer.  In the meantime, there is another three months of waiting left!

The anticipated release date for FF XIII in North America and Europe has finally been revealed.  The game will release on March 9th, 2009.  As well, the main theme is Leona Lewis' "My Hands" and will not feature the original Japanese theme by Sayuri Sugawara.  FF XIII is set to release on both the PS3 and Xbox 360 platforms.  Only a few more months left of anticipation!

After much speculation and rumours, the official Japanese release date for FF XIII has been revealed.  It is now set for December 17th, 2009.  Of course, no official word on the North American release date but we will bring you the latest once it is known.

The theme song to FF XIII has recently been shown on "Mezamashi TV" channel in Japan.  The singer's name is Sugawara Sayuri, who newly debuted in 2009.  The title of the song is "Kimi ga iru kara", translated as "Because you're here" in English.  Despite the fact that the clip is quite short, it does sound pretty good thus far.  The single is set for a December 2nd, 2009 and will be her 2nd single.

Japanese TV spot

In addition, new details have emerged regarding the gameplay of FF XIII.  It is known as the Optima System and appears to be an extension of FF XII's battle system.  You can assign specific AI-controlled roles/commands to the active party members.  Different usage of this system can result in bonuses, such as improved attack power.

Recently at E3, it was announced that FF XIV would indeed be a MMORPG title, following the success of Final Fantasy XI.  Very few details have been revealed about the game but it will be set in the world of “Eorzea” and will see a 2010 release for the PC and PS3.  There is a YouTube trailer below, which gives us our first glimpse of FF XIV.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWqopcZqiZQ

Sony recently unveiled a new trailer for FF XIII, which is shaping up to be very impressive.  There will be more information on the game in the coming months, but the game looks to be on the way to completion without any real issues.  For those keeping track, FF XIII is slated for a Spring 2010 release in North America.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BVQfxa8ucM

Shown below is a new trailer of FFXIII. There is not much revealed as far as plot or storyline goes, but the game is looking very splendid from a visual standpoint. Additional gameplay footage is also contained within the trailer.

Final Fantasy XIII will be released in Japan sometime later this year and is slated for a 2010 release in North America and Europe. Enjoy the trailer!

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