The chances of Final Fantasy XV being at TGS 2014???

[Tornak]

If it doesn't show up, nothing will happen, unfortunately. I hate how they get away with this behavior without repercussions: yes, this is something stupid to be upset about (videogames man, serious business!), but I don't think their fans deserve being treated like that for so long without them trying to appease them.

That's why I think that, apart from being so null when it comes to manage this game's marketing, there may be some serious shit behind the scenes (something not surprising at all).

Actually, Jason Schreier from Kotaku mentioned that Tabata said something about their struggles with XV (maybe a word or two, S-E ninjas wouldn't allow him speak about XV).

 

[Squirrel Emperor]

Actually, Jason Schreier from Kotaku mentioned that Tabata said something about their struggles with XV (maybe a word or two, S-E ninjas wouldn't allow him speak about XV).

Of course he can't talk about it. You guys would go bat shit crazy if he did.

 

[KOKAYI5]

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=887045

Both XV and Type-0 are missing from SE's TGS lineup.

FF15 wasn't on their list when they did that surprise reveal last year either. Maybe another surprise is coming. Then again, it may be that the rest of the year is spent just promoting stuff when already know about.

My sister says she thinks hopes that the reason they're so secretive and taking so long with the game is because so the first time in a long time they wanna do a worldwide release all on the game day of the games release in JPN. This way if everyone gets it, no one spoils anyone else. Everyone can play it at the same time. I agree with her. I'd add to that theory that they want to fully make the game and release it before anyone (other devs) copy they techniques put into making the game.

 

[Myrodis19]

FF15 wasn't on their list when they did that surprise reveal last year either. Maybe another surprise is coming. Then again, it may be that the rest of the year is spent just promoting stuff when already know about.

My sister says she thinks hopes that the reason they're so secretive and taking so long with the game is because so the first time in a long time they wanna do a worldwide release all on the game day of the games release in JPN. This way if everyone gets it, no one spoils anyone else. Everyone can play it at the same time. I agree with her. I'd add to that theory that they want to fully make the game and release it before anyone (other devs) copy they techniques put into making the game.

I would have to agree with that as Hajime Tabata said something to allude to the fact that he'd like to do a worldwide release.

 

[KOKAYI5]

I would have to agree with that as Hajime Tabata said something to allude to the fact that he'd like to do a worldwide release.

Exactly! And how often is it that dev copy Square with RPG mechanics as soon as they make a FF that breaks the mold?! They were copied often with FF7 and 10. And One of the FMA games is mirrored after KH1 (not that it was a bad game). Mostly Capcom gets copied for their ideas with Street Fighter or Marvel vs. Capcom. Or how villain or weapon ideas are copied when characters get popular. These days you got to stay hush hush to get anything out before some mimics it.

 

[Squirrel Emperor]

My sister says she thinks hopes that the reason they're so secretive and taking so long with the game is because so the first time in a long time they wanna do a worldwide release all on the game day of the games release in JPN. This way if everyone gets it, no one spoils anyone else. Everyone can play it at the same time. I agree with her. I'd add to that theory that they want to fully make the game and release it before anyone (other devs) copy they techniques put into making the game.

I wouldn't bet on it. The fact that we haven't got anything substantial for over a year and a half now, when they promised the news hiatus was over, should tell you that something is very wrong here. Development hell.

 

[KOKAYI5]

I wouldn't bet on it. The fact that we haven't got anything substantial for over a year and a half now, when they promised the news hiatus was over, should tell you that something is very wrong here. Development hell.

I hope not. But yeah. That's happened before with the more recent Zelda/Link games and Last Guardian.

 

[StarNox70]

I wouldn't bet on it. The fact that we haven't got anything substantial for over a year and a half now, when they promised the news hiatus was over, should tell you that something is very wrong here. Development hell.

I wonder if its a technology problem, Nomura butting heads with the higher-ups on this game's direction, or maybe a funding problem.

Square's always been technologically-savvy, so I'll strike that out.

But what if the company doesn't fully embrace what Nomura wants for XV? He wanted to keep it a PlayStation exclusive, but that got nixed. I even remember him commenting something along the lines of "ports are different from multiplat titles" & "whatever happens, Versus will be made specifically for the PS3" or something like that. Was bringing Hajime Tabata on board his sole decision? Valid questions, IMO.

And since this game has been in development since the dawn of time, perhaps Square's feeling the squeeze from its shareholders or financial backers. Let's also not forget that largely expensive Crystals Engine & the XIV snafu...

 

[KOKAYI5]

I hope they embrace what Nomura's doing, the fans do. It looks like the best action RPG since KH2.

 

[Takoyaki]

http://www.jp.square-enix.com/tgs14/#list

welp

According to Kagari: "Mega Theater and Stage Events planned as well." so don't count it out yet?

 

[hui43210]

http://www.jp.square-enix.com/tgs14/#list

welp

According to Kagari: "Mega Theater and Stage Events planned as well." so don't count it out yet?

I believe thats the list people are already discussing.

 

[Takoyaki]

There was a PDF that was incomplete. That's what I recall from a few hours ago. This just got uploaded, I believe.

 

[Squirrel Emperor]

I hope they embrace what Nomura's doing, the fans do. It looks like the best action RPG since KH2.

I would hope so too but I wouldn't bet on that either!

Wouldn't surprise me if the game today is less ambitious then it was during the Versus days.

 

[yeah_93]

I would hope so too but I wouldn't bet on that either!

Wouldn't surprise me if the game today is less ambitious then it was during the Versus days.

That development hell is surely going to take its toll.

 

[Takoyaki]

I expect it as well.

Not because they don't want it to be amazing... but I imagine they are tired as hell working on the same game for so long. Morale must be at an all time "meh"

I'm sure it can be great, but what if it actually released on time?

 

[yeah_93]

I was thinking, "Man, can you believe it's been more than a year since we saw anything new about the game?"

Then I immediately thought "Yes, yes I can".

Waiting for this game is sad.

 

[Myrodis19]

I was thinking, "Man, can you believe it's been more than a year since we saw anything new about the game?"

Then I immediately thought "Yes, yes I can".

Waiting for this game is sad.

Ha. Well at least by the time this game comes out we will all be the bestest of friends on this site.

 

[KOKAYI5]

Maybe at a certain point they want to be able to get the game out there while finding a middle ground between what they shot for and what they already have. As long as I have the battle system like it was in those recent trailers and can travel from place to place all over in a huge story while leveling up I'm good. I don't mind if a few ideas have to wait till they (maybe) do a sequel. Or get used in FF16. I guess if they have to cut something out let it be less vehicles or less shops and more equipment found in dungeons. But never sacrifice story length, locations to go, skills/spells to learn, or items to get.

 

[Squirrel Emperor]

I expect it as well.

Not because they don't want it to be amazing... but I imagine they are tired as hell working on the same game for so long. Morale must be at an all time "meh"

I'm sure it can be great, but what if it actually released on time?

I'm sure they want it to be amazing but they may not have a choice and be forced to cut things.

All I want to know is what is the current status of the game, how much work they have done (with footages/screenshots) and when will the game hit the market.

We are due for a release window and a live stage demo if you ask me.

Maybe at a certain point they want to be able to get the game out there while finding a middle ground between what they shot for and what they already have. As long as I have the battle system like it was in those recent trailers and can travel from place to place all over in a huge story while leveling up I'm good. I don't mind if a few ideas have to wait till they (maybe) do a sequel. Or get used in FF16. I guess if they have to cut something out let it be less vehicles or less shops and more equipment found in dungeons. But never sacrifice story length, locations to go, skills/spells to learn, or items to get.

Usually a ton of content is cut because of pacing issues, time and budget constraints and developers can't get something to work properly. With the way development is going, I would expect cut content and broken promises.

 

[Fleur]

I immediately retract my earlier prediction, and will instead replace it with a new one.

No FFXV footage until around E3 of 2015. What follows that June will be a gradual stream of forthcoming info disclosures until the massive flood period of advertisements leading up to the release, which may occur within a year, so sometime in 2016 at the earliest.