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[Kagari]

It says that in the Kotaku article...

Didn't read it on Kotaku, saw it on a Japanese blog.

 

[Sword Familiar]

Hmm, wasn't there a scene where she

Spoiler

was naked just before she turned back to normal after being crystalized? I remember thinking "come on! where are her clothes!", and then she had clothes all of a sudden.

Or did I just dream that up?

 

[Kagari]

Hmm, wasn't there a scene where she

Spoiler

was naked just before she turned back to normal after being crystalized? I remember thinking "come on! where are her clothes!", and then she had clothes all of a sudden.

Or did I just dream that up?

That was it.

 

[Mandoric]

I can't stop thinking about it. It perplexes as much as it fascinates me. Makes me wonder if they actually have something in store for them or if it's just something I've missed entirely and it has a perfectly good explanation. :lol I'd love to get som clarification from someone.

Man, now I'm curious. My first guess is resist rates, but I haven't experimented at all.

 

[StuBurns]

Hmm, wasn't there a scene where she

Spoiler

was naked just before she turned back to normal after being crystalized? I remember thinking "come on! where are her clothes!", and then she had clothes all of a sudden.

Or did I just dream that up?

We should start a nude raider cheat rumor.

Her breasts do seem to be sitting quite naturally, and her skin tone is really accurate, it's impressive they'd go to such lengths for something I assume you can't really see in the game at that much detail.

 

[careksims]

Oh my at the Vanille... Like the natural skin tones there. Reminds me of Silent Hill 3.

 

[CruxisMana]

Dunno how reliable this will turn out to be, but the Italian Gamestop has listed the Collectors Edition with;

- Soundtrack
- Art book
- Prequel novel (most likely Episode Zero localized)
- Graphic novel
- Collector illustration

http://www.gamestop.it/31332_154204565_Ps3_Final_Fantasy_XIII_Collector_s_Edition.aspx

Doesn't sound too far off?

 

[Kagari]

Dunno how reliable this will turn out to be, but the Italian Gamestop has listed the Collectors Edition with;



http://www.gamestop.it/31332_154204565_Ps3_Final_Fantasy_XIII_Collector_s_Edition.aspx

Doesn't sound too far off?

A CE for Europe is already confirmed, so it's probably legit.

Nothing like that for the US though.

 

[DR2K]

A CE for Europe is already confirmed, so it's probably legit.

Nothing like that for the US though.

First Bayonetta now this. Why isn't US getting these awesome CE? Come on SE I will give you my moniez.

 

[distantmantra]

If Final Fantasy XIII had a LE version in North America, I'd buy it. Probably the only LE I'd get this year.

 

[RPGCrazied]

man, I'll seriously be upset if EU gets this CE and we don't

 

[JayPad]

Any 360 CE pre-orders banging about out there on the interweb somewhere at the moment?!

 

[7Th]

I wonder if the prequel light novel included with that CE is the complete retail version or the just the original 3 chapters released for free on S-E's official site.

Also: what the fuck is up with that graphic novel thing?

 

[Shadowlink]

They need to release that CE here!

 

[Mr. Wonderful]

They need to release that CE here!

Going off the Gamestop.ca preorder bonus, I think the novel might be a lock. It better just not be Gamestop exclusive!

 

[Sin]

A CE for Europe is already confirmed, so it's probably legit.

It is legit.

 

[Dra-Q]

It is legit.

Jepp, preordered my 360 CE at amazon.de

 

[Fimbulvetr]

man, I'll seriously be upset if EU gets this CE and we don't

A lot of devs are doing this now a days.

 

[Kuraudo]

The CE's one of my birthday presents (even though it comes out two days after). Sounds good. All stuff I'd use and no silly figures, just like my Dissidia one <3

 

[Lain]

Reading here about this CE for Europe, I went to play.com and amazon.co.uk but couldn't find it.
Altho, with it costing 80&#8364;, I'm not so sure I really want it.

 

[CozMick]

Is it wrong to get goosebumps while watching the International Trailer?

 

[Milk Lizard]

Oh special edition, will order.

Don't think this was posted. Nude Vanille assets :lol

Looks like a real doll. :lol

 

[Lain]

I was enjoying the trailer until the song started.
Then I got pissed off. I think I'll never get over it.

 

[demonkaze]

Will there be a CE in the UK? Haven't seen it online yet, if there is one i'll be pre-ordering right away!

I have the JP version sitting here looking at me, only played up to Chapter 4 so far. Not sure if I should continue or wait for the EN version that i'll be able to understand better (can read and understand the gameplay systems and all that, just a bit shaky on the story).

 

[squall211]

This might be old news but I just noticed Amazon.com is offering a $10 credit on a future game purchase for pre-ordering FFXIII.

 

[Teknoman]

Did the NA FFXII special edition sell well compared to the standard at release?

 

[moriya2k2]

am i the only one severely let down by this game? i mean it's like the more i see of it, the worse it looks. not only do the new Limit Breaks (if you call them that) suck, but there's barely any summons or exploration. i remember there was post on 2ch awhile ago, showing the first half of the game is a straight line. i'm trying to be hopeful, the whole thing is just so underwhelming.

 

[Kagari]

Did the NA FFXII special edition sell well compared to the standard at release?

Well, there was a ton left over that ended up being sold at less than full price.

 

[Dedication Through Light]

Will there be a CE in the UK? Haven't seen it online yet, if there is one i'll be pre-ordering right away!

I have the JP version sitting here looking at me, only played up to Chapter 4 so far. Not sure if I should continue or wait for the EN version that i'll be able to understand better (can read and understand the gameplay systems and all that, just a bit shaky on the story).

Im quite sure the articles say there is a Western version of a Collectors Edition, but apart from that Gamestop Italy (or whatever retailer) theres been no other details and what not

 

[RPGCrazied]

If they don't announce a NA CE by February 13th, then we prob aren't getting anything.

 

[APZonerunner]

Special Edition Announced for Europe
Includes:

• Hardback Book (CG Art, Concept Art, Renders)
• Soundtrack Selection CD (not full OST)
• Special Box
• Mark of the l'Cie decal
• Art Cards

Not so bad. No price as yet.

Friday 22nd January/...Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces a LIMITED COLLECTOR’S EDITION of FINAL FANTASY®XIII will be available at launch.
FINAL FANTASY XIII, the latest project in the multi-platinum FINAL FANTASY series will be available for both the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft on 9th March 2010.

The LIMITED COLLECTOR’S EDITION, which will be available for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, will comprise the FINAL FANTASY XIII game; FINAL FANTASY XIII Original Sound Selection - an exclusive soundtrack CD featuring in-game music tracks especially chosen for the Limited Collector’s Edition by composer Masashi Hamauzu; The World of FINAL FANTASY XIII – a hardback book featuring character artwork, CG rendered artwork and environments from across the game’s production; Exclusive Art Prints - three highly collectable prints showing artwork of the Eidolons, the powerful summoned allies of the lead playable characters; and a Unique ‘Brand of the l’Cie’ decal – a collectible decal featuring the most iconic symbol from the game’s storyline. The LIMITED COLLECTOR’S EDITION will be available in a branded presentation box.

Larry Sparks, Vice President Brands PAL Region of Square Enix Ltd. comments, “FINAL FANTASY XIII is one of the most anticipated entertainment releases of all time and we’re pleased to announce this LIMITED COLLECTOR’S EDITION for fans across PAL territories, the contents of which have been individually selected by the FINAL FANTASY XIII development team.”

About FINAL FANTASY XIII

FINAL FANTASY XIII marks the dawning of a new era for the celebrated series, bringing the game to multiple hi-definition consoles simultaneously for the first time in its history.

Expanding upon the rich tradition of the series, producer Yoshinori Kitase (FINAL FANTASY VII, X, X-2), director Motomu Toriyama (FINAL FANTASY VII, X, X-2), character designer Tetsuya Nomura (FINAL FANTASY V, VI, VII, VIII, X) and art director Isamu Kamikokuryo (FINAL FANASY X, XII) combine their creative vision to deliver the latest masterpiece in the FINAL FANTASY universe. Additionally, Masashi Hamauzu (FINAL FANTASY X, DIRGE of CERBERUS -FINAL FANTASY VII-) presents a sweeping soundtrack while movie director Takeshi Nozue (FINAL FANTASY VII ADVENT CHILDREN) and his team of artists adorn the game with seamless cinematic sequences of unparalleled calibre.

For more information about FINAL FANTASY XIII, please visit the Official Website at www.finalfantasy13game.com

Limited Collector’s Edition features

Branded presentation box containing the FINAL FANTASY XIII game, plus:

* FINAL FANTASY XIII Original Sound Selection: Soundtrack CD including a selection of music tracks from the game that are especially chosen for this Limited Collector’s Edition by composer Masashi Hamauzu. The CD is presented inside a slipcase featuring artwork from FINAL FANTASY XIII, and also liner notes that are written by the composer.
* The World of FINAL FANTASY XIII: Hardback book featuring character artwork, CG rendered artwork and environments from across the game production.
* Unique ‘Brand of the l’Cie’ decal: Collectible decal featuring this most iconic symbol from the game storyline

 

[BocoDragon]

North America???

 

[duckroll]

No Episode Zero?

 

[CruxisMana]

I'm guessing the price will no doubt be extortionate.

Bought either way though.

 

[Fimbulvetr]

This is revenge for all those late releases isn't it?

 

[APZonerunner]

Image:

Image is also mirrored in that news story.

And so they please the FF traditional zealots with the standard, white background CE box. :lol

 

[B-Rad Lascelle]

What exactly is "fliptop packaging"?

 

[Scythesurge]

That decal is definitely unique :lol

 

[Fimbulvetr]

Still the same meh box art though. :/

 

[CruxisMana]

And so they please the FF traditional zealots with the standard, white background CE box. :lol

 

[Scythesurge]

Idk to me traditional FF box art would be more like this

Does this make me a traditional FF zealot or not? ;-)

 

[KZObsessed]

So bought.

 

[CruxisMana]

The LCE is up for preorder on some (UK) sites already, for those wondering.

£59.99

 

[desu]

It's about ~75€ here on amazon, considering that the standard edition is sold for 65-70€ it isnt that bad of a deal.

 

[Ikkarus]

Looks very good. I was hoping Episode Zero would of been included but it's not a deal breaker.

It's nice they brought back the EU traditional white background case but I'm guessing it's a sleeve to go over?

I have no idea what "fliptop packaging" is. :lol

*Rushes off to preorder*

 

[Perfect Blue]

That's so cool.

 

[Sin]

That decal is definitely unique :lol

Oh god, cannot unsee now!

 

[Lain]

No prequel novels in the limited edition kinda kills my interest in it.
I already have the full OST preordered and this edition doesn't seem to offer much I really want, and at that price...

 

[GKANG]

So the classic box art is going onto the collector's edition container? Either way, the Lightning art has grown on me, looks like a really tight bundle.

 

[brotkasten]

That decal is definitely unique :lol

I hate you.