Final Fantasy XV - General News Thread

[Jubileus]

I think it was said before but repeat once again: opinions on other forums and boards should be kept to yourself.

Didn't see that one but duly noted from here on out.

 

[Slaintimez]

If simple patchnotes generates so much of shitposting, i can only imagine what is going on in spoiler threads around all boards and forums.

 

[Lulcielid]

Omg just finished watching the extended trailer and

Spoiler

that orchestral version of Somnus at 7:56! It's sublime! Almost sounds like a boss theme or perhaps used for a very touching moment.

Are you sure? To me that sounded like a new song.

 

[Jubileus]

Are you sure? To me that sounded like a new song.

It's definitely Somnus. It's slowed down and sounds different because the dramatic piano solo part for the original song is being played by strings instead but it's definitely it. I'd recognise this piece anywhere because I play it on piano

Gosh I love the music thus far. No regrets on pre ordering the LE Soundtrack.

Edit: Just had another listen. Yeah it's Somnus. It you listen all the way to the end where the logo shows up you can hear the similarities to the ending for the original if that helps.

It's very embellished though (not that I'm complaining )

 

[DrBretto]

I think it was said before but repeat once again: opinions on other forums and boards should be kept to yourself.

I do believe this would be my fault. Sorry!

 

[DrBretto]

Wasn't there supposed to be something going down today? Or was that it with the patch notes?

 

[Lulcielid]

Wasn't there supposed to be something going down today? Or was that it with the patch notes?

Just the patch notes. Speaking of witch, Square-Enix released the official english version via their press release.

A free “Crown Update” will also be available for players to download automatically at launch. The update is the result of some additional time for development since mastering the full game, and provides a variety of updates, minor bug fixes and new features to greatly enhance the overall story and gameplay experience.

The upgrade provides enhancements for several elements within the game including:

• Improvements to the camera with new options to better assist and track the action in tight space and to improve visibility during battles
• New event scenes and scenes from Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV and the “Omen” trailer have also been added to the game to make the story and timeline of events easier to follow for newcomers
• The addition of an ability tree for the “Wait Mode” function which improves the strategic element of this feature
• Players can obtain the “Beast Whistle” which can be used to call monsters to battle
• A wider variety of recipes and fish with an addition of a gallery for completionist players who enjoy collecting items
• Implementation of social media support, allowing the photos Prompto takes along your journey to be uploaded to Facebook and Twitter

Following news of copies of the game going on sale ahead of the release date, Game Director Hajime Tabata issued the following message to the fans:

“The November 29th release date is approaching and I sincerely hope everyone enjoys this game with a fresh state of mind. Unfortunately, there has been an unauthorized distribution of the boxed edition of Final Fantasy XV in select regions and we have noticed that gameplay footage from people playing these copies has appeared online. Though this type of situation is brought on by various region specific circumstances and may not be something that is completely avoidable, we are very regretful of this situation.

“One of the major goals of Final Fantasy XV is for everyone to enjoy the story and to discover the surprises together through the simultaneous worldwide release. Due to these recent events, videos with unexpected spoilers could potentially be posted online, so we would like to warn everyone who has been waiting in anticipation for this game.

“We will also do everything in our capacity to prevent unauthorized footage from appearing online. We would also like to ask anybody that has obtained an early copy of the game to be respectful to those that are looking forward to the official release and to not spoil the surprises for everyone.

“A large and dedicated team have worked extremely hard to make this game and to create a Final Fantasy XV that everyone can enjoy. It would be a huge regret for us if the excitement of the launch was to be spoiled for so many when we are so close to release.

“Your understanding and cooperation would be much appreciated so we can celebrate the best possible release together.”

 

[llazy77]

Just a heads up for everyone.

But just heard word that gamefaqs is in full discussion mode over the games leaked conclusion so please do not peak (not like you would, just putting it out there)

They're putting it in the thread title and trolls are rampant apparently. D*** move imo.

Don't forget to delete your YouTube watch history so they don't recommend any spoiler videos.

Nowhere is safe, except maybe here.

I have no idea why people are so impatient to the point where they spoil themselves after 10 years of waiting. Stupid...

I already got spoiled on the ending/final boss from a thread title

 

[DrBretto]

Keep that shit out of this thread then. For cryin out loud, you're one of the more vocal anti-spoiler people. Don't contribute to it.

 

[llazy77]

Keep that shit out of this thread then.

I dont want to go to the spoiler thread, dont want to see anymore spoilers.

 

[DrBretto]

I dont want to go to the spoiler thread, dont want to see anymore spoilers.

Neither do we.

The spoiler forum has specific rules preventing people from putting spoilers in the title. Start a new thread on whatever it is you're talking about over there. Keep it out of here.

Edit: Thank you.

 

[ChingleeTribal]

Don't post spoilers in here even in spoiler tags please.

 

[llazy77]

Don't post spoilers in here even in spoiler tags please.

I removed it

 

[DrBretto]

I removed it

Thank you. The spoiler forum is safe, BTW. As long as people adhere to not putting the spoilers in the titles, it's safe to go over there and start a thread about the thing you read/heard without more (assuming you ask people in that thread not to go any further with it)

 

[Paperchampion23]

That trailer showed a 9th slot on the ascension, presumably for the ring of the lucii. This game stacked man

 

[Storm]

i dont get the monster whistle thing, it summons ally monsters to fight with you or its only a way to spawn enemies?

 

[PatrikBatAAr]

i dont get the monster whistle thing, it summons ally monsters to fight with you or its only a way to spawn enemies?

It probably spawns more enemies. I'm thinking it's a kneejerk reaction to people complaining that the mobs are too scarce after playing the Judgment Disc.

 

[Ikkin]

Here's a thought re: the new cutscenes that I haven't seen expressed -- considering how bloody some of the most relevant scenes from Kingsglaive and Omen are, what if they were clipped from the disc to ensure a T rating in the States? >.> Online content is technically unrated.

 

[DrBretto]

Here's a thought re: the new cutscenes that I haven't seen expressed -- considering how bloody some of the most relevant scenes from Kingsglaive and Omen are, what if they were clipped from the disc to ensure a T rating in the States? >.> Online content is technically unrated.

A little conspiracy theory-ish for my tastes. Nothing you said is impossible, but it doesn't seem necessary (I don't think there was anything in KG that should bump this past a T anyway) nor would it be necessary to lie about it. I feel like if that was their plan and they flat out said it, no one would have a problem with it.

That and the official explanation just makes sense. It was taking up too much space, so they added it via download is all. No biggie.

 

[ChingleeTribal]

I got a friend whose on the fence a out getting FFXV. The Uncovered trailer peaked his interest but he doesn't really know know what the game offers.

Now since I've not seen much media of the game myself I don't know want would be best to show him to give him that extra push. I noticed the 101 trailer got released. Would you say that it is a good piece of media to show to someone who doesn't really know what the game has to offer?