Final Fantasy 13 coming to XBOX 360

Shamikebab · 16 Jul 2008 at 12:22

Yeah, several people have been saying 360 owners would be just as peeved if Halo went to PS3, I honestly wouldn't care though. As long as I get to play it I don't care how many platforms its on.

Dutch Guy · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:23

Is there any information on release dates, is the 360 version coming the same time as the PS3 version or (much) later?

I don't mind that there will be a 360 version at all, the more the merrier, but I don't hope that the PS3 version will be delayed (even more) because of the porting to the 360

msmalls74 · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:24

Dutch Guy said:
Is there any information on release dates, is the 360 version coming the same time as the PS3 version or (much) later?

I don't mind that there will be a 360 version at all, the more the merrier, but I don't hope that the PS3 version will be delayed (even more) because of the porting to the 360

See my earlier post, the PS3 version will be delayed due to the 360 version.

Tefal · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:25

msmalls74 said:
See my earlier post, the PS3 version will be delayed due to the 360 version.

source?

Dutch Guy · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:29

msmalls74 said:
See my earlier post, the PS3 version will be delayed due to the 360 version.

I read the entire thread but somehow missed that

If that is really the case it is annoying to say the least :mad:

Why can't the release the PS3 version with the 360 version later?

msmalls74 · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:30

Tefal said:
source?

Look at some of the SE interviews, the PS3 version will be done and released in Japan, then the 360 version port will start while the PS3 version is localised. Both will ship at the same time to the US, and PAL sometime after localising for that. So as SE have said they have sorted the localisation issues out, its gonna take longer to port the 360 version than just to localise them. Its also using the white engine, not the same engine SE are using for the other 360 games, so any issues will show up only with the FF13 port.

TheStig1 · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:30

same as they did not realease gt4 on 360 and had to wait on ps3 i guess
probably part of the deal they make to release both platforms at same time?

Ultra_Extreme · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:37

its definately a blow for sony. I cant be the only gamer who had resigned himself to buying a PS3 for FF13. Now i'll get achievements for it! WOOP!!

msmalls74 · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:38

TheStig1 said:
same as they did not realease gt4 on 360 and had to wait on ps3 i guess
probably part of the deal they make to release both platforms at same time?

Kind off, but GTA4 wasnt finished on the 360, it was a buggy mess, just not as buggy mess as the PS3 version lol (see early hands on for poor frame rate and other problems). In this case the game will be done and shipped in Japan, just needing to be localised, unlike GTA4 where both versions was needing work.

Dutch Guy · 16 Jul 2008 at 13:50

TheStig1 said:
same as they did not realease gt4 on 360 and had to wait on ps3 i guess
probably part of the deal they make to release both platforms at same time?

But FF XIII wasn't going to be released on both consoles from the start, why would they have to wait for the 360 version if it wasn't contractually agreed from the start :confused:

Ultra_Extreme · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:11

I think peoples perception of sony and microsoft 'at each others throats' is what is wrong here. You think sony execs and MS execs dont hit the sushi and karaoke bars discussing their various policies and strategies, making and breaking deals? I mean just because from a business POV they are 'bitter' rivals, most major corporations cant afford to be completley contemptuous of their rivals, especially their closest one.

I imagine this deal was bourne of an interest on sony's behalf to expand the final fantasy user base beyond its traditional eastern heritage, increasing its market share in software. Microsoft gain the obvious benefit that many of its users will herald this as a victory against sony and applaud MS' shrewd businessmanship. Whereas in reality its a mutually beneficial offering that benefits all gamers.

It's my opinion that all games should be multi platform, and then it would be up to the console manufacturers to bring us the best possible usage medium and peripheral systems on which to experience the title. Ever more this is becoming the case and exclusive IP's are becoming less and less important in the grand scheme of things.

TheStig1 · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:16

Dutch Guy said:
But FF XIII wasn't going to be released on both consoles from the start, why would they have to wait for the 360 version if it wasn't contractually agreed from the start

i guess ms paid them some money to release both at same time?

Kreeeee · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:17

Sony don't have a say in this do they?

KNiVES · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:21

Kreeeee said:
Sony don't have a say in this do they?

That's a good question, they do actually own shares in Square-Enix but I don't know if that means they had a say or not. Square-enix is technically third party, so the most Sony can do is ask very very very politely, or spend money.

Dutch Guy · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:27

Kreeeee said:
Sony don't have a say in this do they?

I guess not, they obviously did not agree to PS3 exclusivity so I guess they also cannot force Square-Enix to release the PS3 version when it's done but have to wait for the 360 version.

I just don't see a reason for Square-Enix to hold the PS3 release to wait for the 360 version, it just doesn't make good business sense to me, or am I missing something?

Tefal · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:28

Dutch Guy said:
I just don't see a reason for Square-Enix to hold the PS3 release to wait for the 360 version, it just doesn't make good business sense to me, or am I missing something?

It's does as if it's crap then the people who get it first and say so will cost sales on the later release.

Surfer · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:30

bit surprised people are getting dramatic and saying they are getting rid of their ps3 now as they bought it for FFXIII...Uhh its a Bluray player as well folks...possibly best bang for your buck/quality Bluray player you're gonna get as well.

a tad dissapointed it wont be coming until 2010 though...i had my hopes set on Xmas 2008 oh well..

I wonder if that will be before the FF7 ps3 re-make or after?

Dutch Guy · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:40

Tefal said:
It's does as if it's crap then the people who get it first and say so will cost sales on the later release.

Can be, but if it is a very good game it will only help them to pimp the game for the 360 release.

Psyk · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:43

Dutch Guy said:
But FF XIII wasn't going to be released on both consoles from the start, why would they have to wait for the 360 version if it wasn't contractually agreed from the start

What I think SE are trying to say is that the PS3 version won't be delayed because the 360 port will be made at the same time as the localisation. As the localisation takes a long time anyway, this is enough time to do the port as well. That is what they seem to be claiming anyway, that doesn't necessarily mean it's true.

Doing a port may not be that difficult anyway because they have said that the Crystal Tools (previously known as the White engine) were multiplatform. Of course no one really knows what the Crystal tools actually do. If they are an all-in-one, does all the low level stuff you need, package like UE3 it would be fairly straight forward. But they might actually only do a certain few tasks.

Nanoman · 16 Jul 2008 at 14:44

I hope there is some sort of language hack for FF, really cant be arsed to be waiting around for a 360 port to be released.