October2013
News Bravely Default To Feature Optional Special Attack Abilities as Microtransactions
Can also be obtained by eight hours in 3DS sleep mode
After a fair bit of waiting, 3DS RPG fans in the West are no doubt looking forward to getting their hands on Bravely Default — it's based on the updated version known as Bravely Default: For the Sequel in Japan. The goal of the fresh iteration is to improve and react to feedback on the original...
News Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director's Cut Is A 14GB Download On Wii U
Hope you've invested in a hard drive
It has been revealed that Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director's Cut will occupy 13833 MB of space on the Wii U. That's not the largest download game on the system by any means, but it will surely cause headaches to those who have had their console for a while and haven't yet invested in a hard drive for...
News Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director's Cut Will Cost $20 More On Wii U Than On PS3 And 360
The Nintendo tax?
When Square Enix announced Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director's Cut for the Wii U, everyone was pretty happy about getting to play a past classic with enhanced GamePad functions. However, when the news broke that this "exclusive" version was also coming to the PS3 and 360, some Wii U owners felt slightly short-changed. That...
News Bravely Default Dated for 6th December in Europe
Q1 2014 in North America
We suspect that Bravely Default — the Flying Fairy part of the name seems to have been dropped in the West — is on quite a few 3DS wishlists. The handheld is gradually, like its DS predecessors, building up a range of quality RPG experiences, and based on the positive critical and commercial response in Japan this looks...
September2013
Video This Bravely Default: For the Sequel Trailer Sets the Scene
Dat music
After some doubt and confusion over the past year, we suspect a good number of 3DS and RPG fans were relieved when Bravely Default: Flying Fairy was confirmed for the West by Square Enix. Confirmation of Bravely Default: For the Sequel in Japan naturally had us wondering which version of the game we'd receive, so news that we'll receive...
News Square Enix Reveals Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call In This Week's Jump Magazine
It's a sequel, not an expansion
Last week we reported that Square Enix filed a U.S. trademark for Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call on 27th August, suggesting that the original Theatrhythm Final Fantasy may be getting a re-release that includes all of the previous DLC. This week's Shonen Jump magazine reveals that the company is actually...
Video There's A Fan-Made Final Fantasy VI Movie In The Works
Makers of Final Fantasy: Terra "seeking permission" from Square Enix
We love a good fan-made movie here at Nintendo Life — although they often look a bit goofy or unintentionally amusing, they show just how passionate and creative gamers can be when they've got a HD video camera, a decent PC and a capable video editing program. Final Fantasy:...
News Bravely Default: For the Sequel To Serve as Testing Ground For Follow-Up
For the Sequel version to be used, erm, for the sequel
A good number of RPG gamers in the West have no doubt been looking forward to Bravely Default: Flying Fairy, the 3DS title from Square Enix that's performed well both commercially and critically in Japan. While we've been awaiting its arrival in PAL territories and North America, however, it's...
News New Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy Release Hinted at in Trademark
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call is listed
Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy is a gem in the 3DS library, and along with SEGA's Rhythm Thief & the Emperor's Treasure gave us a resurgence of rhythm music games, which continued with the eShop-exclusive HarmoKnight. While there are plenty of rhythmic gamers probably hoping that the Theatrhythm name...
News Bravely Default: For The Sequel Has English Script DLC
Could this be the version the west is getting?
Update: The official Twitter account for this title has now confirmed that this expanded, improved version of the title is indeed the basis for the localisation to the West. [tweet Original article: Bravely Default: Flying Fairy is coming to the west, but we're still largely in the dark as to when...
August2013
Well, this is confusing
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy was originally pencilled in for a 2013 release date in Europe, but all that changed at the end of last month when Nintendo stated in its financial reports that it was being pushed back to 2014. However, in another bizarre twist, the official
July2013
News Dragon Quest Monsters 2 Remake Coming to 3DS in Japan
Alas, unlikely to come to the West
Earlier in the year a trademark emerged suggesting a Dragon Quest Monsters 2 remake, which seemed likely to be for the 3DS following the success in Japan of Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry's Wonderland 3D. Square Enix has now made it official, unveiling Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Iru and Luca’s Wonderful Mysterious...
News Departing Eidos Montreal Boss Says Square Enix "Has Some Things To Learn" About Selling Games
"Last year...we didn't hit a single home run"
Eidos Montreal general manager Stephane D'Astous has parted company with the studio he founded, voicing his concerns about how parent firm Square Enix is running its business. The news broke of D'Astous' departure yesterday, and he has since spoken to Polygon to give a little more detail behind the...
June2013
News Kingdom Hearts III Highly Unlikely To Appear On Wii U
DirectX 11 seems to be the key
The teaser for Kingdom Hearts III shown at this year’s E3 sent a tingle down many fans’ keyblades. The title was confirmed for both the PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One, but unfortunately appears to be another bust for the Wii U. Director Tetsuya Nomura was asked at Square Enix’s recent Future of Final Fantasy E3...
News Nintendo Loses Exclusivity On Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director's Cut For Wii U
Where have we seen this before?
Square Enix has confirmed that Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director's Cut will be making its way to Playstation 3, Xbox 360 and PC, meaning the game will no longer be a Wii U exclusive. Executive game designer Jean Francois Dugas from Eidos Montreal — the developer behind the action title — revealed during...
May2013
News Square Enix Will Be Livestreaming From The E3 Showfloor
Full schedule of titles to be announced soon
Square Enix has announced it will be livestreaming from the show floor throughout the entire three-days of E3. The livestream, which will be aired on YouTube, is called Square Enix Presents and has been set up to bring its designated E3 booth to the poor souls who unfortunately cannot attend. Square...
April2013
News Bravely Default: Flying Fairy is Confirmed for the West
Prayers have been answered
Nintendo's latest 3DS Direct did bring some surprises, but also some long awaited pieces of confirmation. One of these is that Bravely Default: Flying Fairy, the eagerly anticipated RPG from Square Enix, is on the way to both North America and Europe. It's already enjoyed a successful release in Japan, with plenty...
News Dragon Quest X Posts Poor Sales Figures In Japan
Wii U version shifts just 33,000 units
Square Enix is certainly in a tricky spot right now, with under-performing games and a major reshuffle at the top thanks to some poor financial results. Things have just gotten worse for the firm with the news that one of its big titles for 2013 — Dragon Quest X on Wii U — has only mana
Rumour Bravely Default: Flying Fairy Is Taking Flight To The West
Localisation may be in the works as we speak
It may have one of the strangest names, but Bravely Default: Flying Fairy is high on the "most wanted" 3DS games list for many western RPG lovers. There hasn't been an official announcement on a release date outside of Japan, but earlier last month the game's Twitter page hinted that localisation could be...
March2013
News Square Enix Teases New Projects on Anniversary Website
It's been ten years since the merger
Square Enix will be celebrating its 10th anniversary on 1st April and to celebrate the company has launched a new website dedicated to the milestone. The site is open right now and upon entering you're met with the following message (translated from Japanese): As of April 1st we’ve reached our 10th...
News Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy Soundtracks Now Available on iTunes
Playing the game is a more fun way to listen, though
Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy is a notable part of the 3DS library for fans of rhythm-based games, as it combines some memorable music with solid, intuitive controls. For keen fans of the Final Fantasy franchise, meanwhile, it's probably one the most treasured titles in their collection. The title...
News Square Enix CEO Resigns Ahead of Financial Losses
Major restructuring is planned
With the financial year closing in the coming week, Square Enix has stated that it anticipates an "extraordinary loss" as it puts into effect major restructuring of the company. With disappointing sales of console titles and the costs of making sweeping organisational changes, the company anticipates reporting a loss...
News Square Enix Trademarks Fantasy Village in Japan
Are we looking at another life-sim?
It's fair to say that life simulation games are fairly popular in Japan. The 3DS currently has two big hitters tearing up the sales charts with Animal Crossing: New Leaf and Fantasy Life - both of which sold out at a staggering rate. This success has no doubt piqued the interest of several publishers and...
News Wii U Version Of Deus Ex Will Be The "Ultimate Edition Of The Game"
Augments include better visuals, all the DLC and unique GamePad features
Deus Ex: Human Revolution's executive game director Jean-Francois Dugas and game designer Emile Pedneault have been speaking to our good friends at Eurogamer about the forthcoming Wii U port of the title, and have been quick to point out that Nintendo fans will be getting the...
News Dragon Quest X Listing Appears On Amazon France
Confirmation at last?
Square Enix has so far refused to say if Dragon Quest X is coming to the west, but Amazon may have done the talking for them, as the retailer's French site has just posted a listing for the game. There's no sign of a release date yet and Amazon isn't using official box art (so you may wish to take this with a pinch of salt),...
