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[Ikkarus]

Great news if true.

 

[Kagari]

Yes, please. I have no plans to buy a Vita anytime soon.

Until they start making it the Gundam system portable, right?

 

[ULTROS!]

It will be interesting if they released this game at launch for the Vita.

 

[Takao]

Until they start making it the Gundam system portable, right?

How many Gundam games are there on PSP? Like 25? So far for 2012, there are at least 2 separate Gundam games out for PSP.

 

[distantmantra]

Until they start making it the Gundam system portable, right?

Probably not. Too many other things going on life (baby in February) and blowing tons of money on a portable system I'll rarely ever play isn't a huge priority. At least with Type Zero on the PSP it's already a system I own.

 

[Jonnyram]

Yes, please. I have no plans to buy a Vita anytime soon.

Would you buy it if the PSP version was PSN only?

 

[Shadow Red]

Hell to the yes.

 

[distantmantra]

Would you buy it if the PSP version was PSN only?

Maybe. I really hate digital only distribution, but it's Final Fantasy so I'd probably bite.

 

[Foffy]

Obligatory theme.

 

[jackdoe]

It will be interesting if they released this game at launch for the Vita.

No better time. And it would further make Namco Bandai's decision to release Tales of the Abyss in Feb. even better!

 

[BocoDragon]

Everyone's saying "PSN version"....

but after you've already translated the game, isn't the money already spent? Doesn't it make sense to release a UMD copy at that point?

The expense isn't just the printing, packaging and shipping - I imagine for megapublisher Square Enix that's not a huge expense... it's the translation + voice work that is the initial investment hurdle. And at that point, a UMD release may simply mean more sales + buzz.

 

[Aeana]

Everyone's saying "PSN version"....

but after you've already translated the game, isn't the money already spent? Doesn't it make sense to release a UMD copy at that point?

The expense isn't just the printing, packaging and shipping... it's the translation + voice work. And at that point, a UMD release may simply mean more sales + buzz.

Well, two things. Printing, packaging, and distribution can actually be a fairly significant expense, but more than that, shelf space and shop visibility for PSP games is dramatically decreased at this point.

 

[Father_Brain]

Everyone's saying "PSN version"....

but after you've already translated the game, isn't the money already spent? Doesn't it make sense to release a UMD copy at that point?

The expense isn't just the printing, packaging and shipping - I imagine for megapublisher Square Enix that's not a huge expense... it's the translation + voice work that is the initial investment hurdle. And at that point, a UMD release may simply mean more sales + buzz.

You used "UMD release," "sales," and "buzz" in the same sentence. Does not compute.

 

[adamsapple]

Isn't Level 5 doing something similar with a former 3DS exclusive game that's now coming to both the Vita AND PSP ?

I hope if Square is bringing this, they do that for both PSP and an enhanced version for Vita too. Though for some reason if there were a Vita game and it would be releasing near launch window, Famitsu would have blown it by now ...

 

[BocoDragon]

You used "UMD release," "sales," and "buzz" in the same sentence. Does not compute.

I definitely don't think UMD is a healthy market.... but I think a Final Fantasy game on store shelves has a much bigger chance of any kind of buzz than a game buried in the PSN store.

 

[SpaceBridge]

Couldnt Sony help with getting FF Type 0 out there. By either covering costs of advertisement or helping costs of localization?

 

[Darkatomz]

I certainly hope they bring it over here... I have no interest on importing a game I won't understand.

 

[The Praiseworthy]

It's a big Final Fantasy game... Of course it's coming to the west.

Anyway... I hope it's on both PSP and VITA.

 

[klee123]

Couldnt Sony help with getting FF Type 0 out there. By either covering costs of advertisement or helping costs of localization?

That would make too much sense. SCEA and SCEE are hopeless.

 

[Takao]

Isn't Level 5 doing something similar with a former 3DS exclusive game that's now coming to both the Vita AND PSP ?

I hope if Square is bringing this, they do that for both PSP and an enhanced version for Vita too. Though for some reason if there were a Vita game and it would be releasing near launch window, Famitsu would have blown it by now ...

That's because PSP is the largest active userbase in Japan, and The Time Travelers isn't a feature set demanding game. Level-5 wants their games to sell the most they can.

As well, most people in this thread hope it launches for the Western Vita launch (in February). Square Enix wouldn't announce a port of Type-0 before the PSP version even releases in Japan, which would've happened for some Famitsu reveal.

That would make too much sense. SCEA and SCEE are hopeless.

They were the ones who marketed MGS: Peace Walker in the west, not Konami.

Of course that sold 50k in its debut month on PSP.

 

[DiscoJer]

That would make too much sense. SCEA and SCEE are hopeless.

SCEE at least published the PSP version of WKC. SCEA couldn't be bothered to publish the PS3 version (which D3 picked up).

I think Squenix is in a position where they need all the money they can get, so they won't be always trying for million sellers (like Capcom)

 

[SpaceBridge]

Doesnt Sony still own stock in SE? So isnt it mutually beneficial to see the game and vita do well?

 

[walking fiend]

They should just remake it for Vita, at least Sony should persuade them to do so. PSP is dead in the west, but this may help Vita a lot.

 

[Takao]

Doesnt Sony still own stock in SE? So isnt it mutually beneficial to see the game and vita do well?

Sony's owns 8% of SE. Type-0 doing well would make them like $20, lol.

 

[Unknown Soldier]

I don't think there's anybody who actually thought Squenix would fail to localize a Final Fantasy title in this day and age.

 

[hosannainexcelsis]

I don't think there's anybody who actually thought Squenix would fail to localize a Final Fantasy title in this day and age.

Where's my Final Fantasy Legends!

 

[SpaceBridge]

Sony's owns 8% of SE. Type-0 doing well would make them like $20, lol.

I dont know much about high finance, but I laughed at this.

 

[chri5t]

Is this HONESTLY a surprise to anybody?

 

[Orayn]

STEEEEEEEEVE! Fuck yes!

 

[Cheska]

Oh fuck yes! King seems like such an awesome character from what I've seen, so thanks to his voice actor for doing what SE couldn't!

 

[demosthenes]

As long as I can play it on my soon to be Vita (NA release) I'll be happy.

 

[Defuser]

SCEE at least published the PSP version of WKC. SCEA couldn't be bothered to publish the PS3 version (which D3 picked up).

They regretted picking up WKC instead of Demon's Souls which I assumed they are avoiding it like a plague now.

 

[Knux-Future]

Steve Blum is in everything...ever.

Get Nolan North, Bosch, and Lowenthall and we got our self a party.

Troy Baker probably will be in here too.

Laura Bailey as well..with the same voice they always make her use.

 

[Grimmy]

No better time. And it would further make Namco Bandai's decision to release Tales of the Abyss in Feb. even better!

No better time? I'd disagree. That would be foolish of SE to launch the game with the VITA in the West. If SE is smart they'll wait until the Summer, so they can release the game in Japan at the same time and call it FF Type-0 International Edition.

Why not milk both sides of the Pacific? If they release Type-0 in the West just 4 months after their Japanese launch, all they'll do is sabotage their own domestic sales (especially since they'll have to announce it even before that!)

 

[klee123]

SCEE at least published the PSP version of WKC. SCEA couldn't be bothered to publish the PS3 version (which D3 picked up).

I think Squenix is in a position where they need all the money they can get, so they won't be always trying for million sellers (like Capcom)

Yeah good point. SCEE still releases non mainstream games after all. Still! they lose points for ignoring demon's souls.

Really though, they should follow NoE's footsteps and actually translate some of their other Japanese titles. They really shouldn't give a fuck what SCEA decides.

 

[jackdoe]

No better time? I'd disagree. That would be foolish of SE to launch the game with the VITA in the West. If SE is smart they'll wait until the Summer, so they can release the game in Japan at the same time and call it FF Type-0 International Edition.

Why not milk both sides of the Pacific? If they release Type-0 in the West just 4 months after their Japanese launch, all they'll do is sabotage their own domestic sales (especially since they'll have to announce it even before that!)

Er... I was referring to the PSP version and not any hypothetical Vita port.

Steve Blum is in everything...ever.

Get Nolan North, Bosch, and Lowenthall and we got our self a party.

Troy Baker probably will be in here too.

Laura Bailey as well..with the same voice they always make her use.

Hell, throw in Gideon Emory as well.

 

[Spwn]

Would like to see the game released on the PSP because I bought my PSP because the game was announced for the system. Wouldn't mind a Vita version either as I'm planning to get one next summer, though. Great to see it's coming although I was quite certain it would.

 

[Pooya]

I don't like Steve Blum's voice :< so overused.

 

[Thoraxes]

Just do a PSP version and for Vita people give them their PSN downaloadable version, since you know, you're doing it in Japan now.

Also watch... Steve Blum will be the new voice of Mog in XIII-2 due to fan feedback. Mog turns out to be king of the world in the future, ultimately bringing its destruction.

 

[Paznos]

God I hope so.... if XSEED and Aksys can be releasing PSP games I don't understand why SE wouldn't with a Final Fantasy title....

 

[Reveirg]

A Vita and a PS3 remaster release would make the most sense IMO...

The game is too big to send on the Vita alone: a handheld with a low user-base (or at least unproven at this point, obviously).

As stated before, the PSP is pretty much dead and previous S-E release did not fare well.

Both a Vita launch title and a PS3 remaster would work wonders =D

 

[Colocho]

Hopefully it goes the Twilight Princess route and releases on both the PSP and with an "HD" version for the Vita.

 

[Augemitbutter]

can't wait for the EU special edition.

 

[AlphaDragoon]

Please God, don't let this be PSP only in America. Please.

 

[BocoDragon]

Please God, don't let this be PSP only in America. Please.

I'd be so surprised if they didn't do a PSN version, regardless of UMD release.

 

[Grimmy]

God I hope so.... if XSEED and Aksys can be releasing PSP games I don't understand why SE wouldn't with a Final Fantasy title....

Ummm... Maybe because the cost of localization is next to nothing when all Aksys does is subtitle their games instead of dubbing them? That would never fly with FF titles.
Even XSEED and Aksys are moving towards PSN-only releases. Releasing FF Type-0 on 2 UMDs inthe West now is just sheer stupidity.

Best way is to do a Vita version as packaged version, PSN download version only for PSP.

 

[Cheska]

I think a Vita release would be a further incentive for people to make the jump from PSP->Vita.

 

[Hours Left]

Yes, please.

 

[Perfo]

Finally, I was waiting for this. I hope we get it by March next year at this point, it could be a cool season with that and XIII-2.
Oh, Square Enix Europe, be nice as usual and give us some cool collector's edition to buy too! thanks.

 

[Salsa]

Would you buy it if the PSP version was PSN only?

I'd prefer it.