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Final Fantasy XII may be getting a remake. That’s according to one of the composers of the Final Fantasy Distant Worlds concert in Pittsburgh. Composer Arnie Roth told fans that there’s a remake on the way. This hasn’t been confirmed by publisher Square Enix, which has stayed silent on the matter. The original composer of Final Fantasy XII, Hitoshi Sakimato, was present at the time.

“There is a Final Fantasy XII remake underway,” Roth said, and shortly after he added that it’ll be out “soon.” With Square Enix’s silence, this is by no means confirmation. It’s also possible that Roth may have been referring to an HD remaster of the game. An HD remaster requires much less work than a full remake. It’s basically just a port of the game from its original Playstation 2 version to Playstation 4 (presumably), and with slightly prettier graphics.

Final Fantasy XII released to critical acclaim back in 2006. As one of the series’ better instalments, it wouldn’t be surprising to see it remade. The game did have a few issues during its development, however. The respected Yasumi Matsuno wrote most of the plot and directed the game, however halfway into development much of the team left to work on another game, Mistwalker. Matsuno later had to leave the project himself due to illness.

The team eventually returned to the game, however, and the work Matsuno had already put in was enough for them to finish the game. They even created the Yiazmat boss in homage to Matsuno.

Of course, it could just be an HD remaster. Square Enix has already released remasters of Final Fantasy X and X-2, so it would make sense for them to continue down the line of Final Fantasy games. In fact, with Final Fantasy XII’s critical success, it would be surprising if Square Enix didn’t eventually get around to remastering it.

Rhiannon likes video games and she likes writing, so she decided to combine them. As well as writing about video games, she also belts out the occasional science fiction or fantasy story, edits videos, and eats strawberry oreos. In that order.

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase

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This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.

The series’ swing system sets it apart from arcade-style games like Virtua Tennis, as it requires players to charge up their shots in a different way. In order to succeed, timing is crucial, and fortunately, a new meter above your player will assist you in achieving that. Surfaces have their own distinct characteristics, such as clay, where you’ll experience a noticeable amount of sliding.

The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.

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