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Final Fantasy XIII SE Xbox 360 Console Bundle
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Fyrus said:
I don't get it. The elite is better than this bundled console (even though you get a 120GB with the Elite.) Not sure if they're discontinued now, but my friend's 360 doesn't even support a HDMI cable, so if you're not getting one with this bundle maybe it doesn't support them either. Don't know though.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Final-Fantasy-X...temQQptZVideo_Games_Games?hash=item2a046a99f3
I think that speaks for itself.
By all means, hook me up with a better option.
I think that speaks for itself.
By all means, hook me up with a better option.
Psychotext
Member
No JRPGs have sold "well" this gen outside of Japan on the HD twins. Well, Lost Odyssey made an appearance in a few Euro charts for a while (and did 200k in its first NPD) but that's about it.pr0cs said:
InfiniteNine
Rolling Girl
Get it from someone in the UK.Dr. Light said:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Final-Fantasy-X...ideo_Games_Video_Games_JS?hash=item2558c37a44
gameplay.co.uk ships to the US.
http://shop.gameplay.co.uk/webstore...2&title=final_fantasy_xiii_collectors_edition
http://shop.gameplay.co.uk/webstore...2&title=final_fantasy_xiii_collectors_edition
Psychotext
Member
I was impressed it showed up, but I don't consider 150k to be selling "well". I guess that comes down to your personal expectations though. I only really mentioned Lost Odyssey because of it's initial PAL performance.Kagari said:
Jet Grind Radio!
Banned
Wow. That's kinda a meh bundle. Two controllers for a single player game? No special color or design?
pr0cs
Member
I haven't played it but everything I've seen suggests to me that it's pretty far from what most people would call jRPG.Psychotext said:
Seems to me to be closer to a western rpg than a turned based jrpg.
Even then you'd have to be crazy to assume that it needed to have a 'bundle' created around it.
Psychotext
Member
But again... I still personally wouldn't define it as selling "well". Nor would I Lost Odyssey on the whole.Kagari said:
(Plus as pr0cs says, it's more WRPG than JRPG)
If 500k worldwide sales is the definition of selling well, then I concede. Both Lost Odyssey and Demon's Souls sold well.
The Blue Jihad
Member
I'm actually kind of interested in this bundle for a few reasons.
One, I haven't played a main Final Fantasy game since the PSX days. Got into FF7 really heavily. Loathed 8. Played a bit of 9. Enjoyed Materia. Hated draw. Loved job classes in 9. The battle mechanics and overall design of XIII have me interested in a Final Fantasy game again. That's kind of a big deal, considering I skipped the last three full FF games.
Two, my 360 is old. Like, really old by 360 standards. It's a 20 gig model without HDMI. I think this one was made in 2007, if not earlier. It's sounding like a jet engine now. I've had freezing in a few different games lately. HDD access speed is starting to get chunky. So I've been thinking I might want to upgrade, and keep this one for emergencies.
Three, as much as I'd only really need 60 or 120 gigs...the 250 gig guarantees I'll never, ever, ever have space problems. Which I'd definitely appreciate.
Four, more controllers is never a bad thing. Hell, most of my controllers are getting worn down.
So...this bundle actually does have a place. It's for people like me. You know, the people who hold onto a system until it's just about dead. lol
One, I haven't played a main Final Fantasy game since the PSX days. Got into FF7 really heavily. Loathed 8. Played a bit of 9. Enjoyed Materia. Hated draw. Loved job classes in 9. The battle mechanics and overall design of XIII have me interested in a Final Fantasy game again. That's kind of a big deal, considering I skipped the last three full FF games.
Two, my 360 is old. Like, really old by 360 standards. It's a 20 gig model without HDMI. I think this one was made in 2007, if not earlier. It's sounding like a jet engine now. I've had freezing in a few different games lately. HDD access speed is starting to get chunky. So I've been thinking I might want to upgrade, and keep this one for emergencies.
Three, as much as I'd only really need 60 or 120 gigs...the 250 gig guarantees I'll never, ever, ever have space problems. Which I'd definitely appreciate.
Four, more controllers is never a bad thing. Hell, most of my controllers are getting worn down.
So...this bundle actually does have a place. It's for people like me. You know, the people who hold onto a system until it's just about dead. lol
InfiniteNine
Rolling Girl
Oh very nice, do they charge right away for pre-orders? I just want to know since it doesn't seem to be listed in the help section, if they charge upon shipping I'll place my order now.Shadow780 said:
Psychotext
Member
Combined GPU & CPU on a single chip seems like the perfect time to redesign the motherboard, and from there on the casing. So why not. Plus it looks like they want to do that whole "Natal relaunch" thing.pr0cs said:
Arpharmd B
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Let's see...
I want FFXIII. So 400 - 60 = 340. HDD to me is worth 150 (price of stand alone 120 GB) = 190. New controllers are 50, so I'd need to flip my old 360 and the HDD for 140 in order, making the entire upgrade (new hardware, 250 gigs, new controllers) about 150 investment. If I can flip my old 360 and 60 GB HD for 150 then this is a worthy upgrade for me.
So in other words, this isn't a bad idea for those looking to upgrade their kit, and want FFXIII.
I want FFXIII. So 400 - 60 = 340. HDD to me is worth 150 (price of stand alone 120 GB) = 190. New controllers are 50, so I'd need to flip my old 360 and the HDD for 140 in order, making the entire upgrade (new hardware, 250 gigs, new controllers) about 150 investment. If I can flip my old 360 and 60 GB HD for 150 then this is a worthy upgrade for me.
So in other words, this isn't a bad idea for those looking to upgrade their kit, and want FFXIII.
WickedLaharl
Member
Shadow Red said:
yes, EVERYONE already owns a 360. so truly, this bundle makes no sense!!
pr0cs
Member
I think they'll want to see how natal does before they invest in the engineering to make a new case. I expect they'll milk natal for a year or so, if it does they'll announce the 720 with full natal support and totally new hardware. IMO the 360 is nearing the end of it's lifespan.Psychotext said:
Valkyr Junkie
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pr0cs said:
I will be very surprised if there isn't a slim version to coincide with Natal.
The Blue Jihad
Member
PSGames said:
Normally I would wait, but I don't know if my 360 is going to last that long. lol. I've been stupidly lucky so far. Not confident my luck will hold out.
Plus, even though I'd expect some sort of Natal bundle down the road, I've never been an early adopter. And I fully expect there to be a lot of launch day issues with Natal. Despite how excited I am for it, it makes far more sense to wait it out a bit after launch. Let all those weird bugs get ironed out first. heh
Then again, I could argue that it's a waste to even consider this FFXIII bundle, because there are cheaper ways to upgrade my 360.
I don't know. In a lot of ways, the XIII bundle is probably my best bet. It's guaranteed to be the newest hardware iteration. It'll have the HDD space to where I'd never need to delete games and could keep more than two installed retail games at a time. Plus, I'd get to play Final Fantasy on a shiny new console.
Hrm. Ugh. Decisions.
REMEMBER CITADEL
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pr0cs said:
I'm pretty sure they'll do a redesigned version. Whether it will be any slimmer than the current model is another matter entirely.
Valhalla revision of the motherboard (the one with unified CPU/GPU) is next on the roadmap (and already a little behind the schedule, but so was Jasper). It's a great opportunity to redesign the outside of the console as well.
Also, if they ever announce a SKU with built-in Wi-Fi, I think we'll see many people double dipping.
Str0ngStyle
Member
MightyHedgehog said:
Pehaps this is a discussion for another time, but how many fucking concessions are they making to retail? Everytime I turn around, something else is coming out about how console and game manufacturers are caving to pressure from retailers. Price matching on digital titles, only getting 2 weeks to prove their worth, Used titles being pushed in front of new ones. It's kinda BS
Classic_Gs
Member
Full of fail.Kagari said:
RPGCrazied
Member
Hows this a special edition? It just lightning slapped on a cardboard box, just like the NA cover.
Maybe they will announce a proper CE at this x10 event.. is it tomorrow?
...or its a bust
It just lightning slapped on a cardboard box, just like the NA cover.Maybe they will announce a proper CE at this x10 event.. is it tomorrow?
...or its a bust
TINFOIL HAT TIME! 0_0
So did Microsoft/Square-Enix/Both of them sort of, (for the time being) fuck over the U.S. Final Fantasy fan-base out of a LE/CE/SE by agreeing (assuming S-E did) with MSoft to not create an LE for the U.S. market in exchange for a Console Exclusive 360 bundle?
Microsoft wins by having the bundle to drive systems, and Square-Enix wins by being "allowed" to go multi-platform.
PS3 and 360 owners lose out on a LE/CE/SE.
Non-HD console owners win cuz they can "jump in" with a "great valued" bundle.
I own Wii/PS3/360 but would have liked to get a PS3 Limited Edition being that I am a FAN of Final FANtasy...
/tinfoil hat.
So did Microsoft/Square-Enix/Both of them sort of, (for the time being) fuck over the U.S. Final Fantasy fan-base out of a LE/CE/SE by agreeing (assuming S-E did) with MSoft to not create an LE for the U.S. market in exchange for a Console Exclusive 360 bundle?
Microsoft wins by having the bundle to drive systems, and Square-Enix wins by being "allowed" to go multi-platform.
PS3 and 360 owners lose out on a LE/CE/SE.
Non-HD console owners win cuz they can "jump in" with a "great valued" bundle.
I own Wii/PS3/360 but would have liked to get a PS3 Limited Edition being that I am a FAN of Final FANtasy...
/tinfoil hat.
Psychotext
Member
Just 360. PS3 owners could import the European SE.R-User! said:
Psychotext
Member
No idea for sure... would be surprised if it wasn't though.Shadow780 said:
Metalic Sand
who is Emo-Beas?
R-User! said:
Yea....
A meaningful reply that greatly contributes to this thread...Metalic Sand said:
Yea...
Seriously... I'm curious about what peoples thoughts/ideas about WHY S-E would take the approach that they're taking in regards to the U.S. Market.
You have any fully fleshed-out thoughts on this matter?
Dabanton said:
i'll say something positive when there's something positive to say.
THE LEAST THEY COULD DO is at least have a design on the console, you know, like the jp ps3 version or the MW2 version.
HECK, RE5's came in red!
but a white console (stock) with 2 controllers(clearing inventory, plus i already have like 6 controllers since they break so easily) 250gb hard drive (i have an elite, do not need) and the actual game (which i do want) and they call this a special edition?
this might be great for someone who wants ffxiii and doesn't own a 360 and want to finally jump in or for someoen who doesn't own either a 360 or ps3.
but for me, who would at least want to spend some cash on one of my favorite franchises to commemorate a launching of a game that comes every 5 years, has to settle for a hardback strategy guide.
shitty bundle is shitty.