Dust off your PS1s and hook them up again. Yes that's right, they are releasing Final Fantasy I & II on PS1 on April 8, 2003.
Here's a few screenies from the email I got:
Screenshots
CGI (movie?) shots
And the long winded description:
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Here is what you can look forward to in FINAL FANTASY ORIGINS:
* Enhanced graphics breathe life and detail into all game elements, from deep dungeons and vast worlds to menacing creatures and wandering heroes.
* Brand new, high quality CG movies and stills visually enhance the storylines in dramatic fashion.
* Original event scenes have been revamped and new event scenes added to intensify the emotional impact of story elements.
* New opening theme songs and improved sound quality immerse the player even further into the game experience.
* A new bestiary contains detailed descriptions of all monsters to assist players in battle.
* Access to art galleries featuring beautiful illustrations by renowned artist Yoshitaka Amano.
* "Memo File" function added for quick, convenient saves.
* New game play modes allow players to choose the level of difficulty within the game. (FINAL FANTASY II - accessible after clearing the game)
FINAL FANTASY ORIGINS will be available April 8, 2003 for the PlayStation at a suggested retail price of $30. Complete game information and screenshots will be available on this site in just a couple weeks! Visit the official FINAL FANTASY ORIGINS website HERE for more information about the game.
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I personally don't know what to think about it. Woot! that they are bringing it back in fully revamped form!!! At the same time...GODDAMMIT KITTY! Quit jacking up old skool games and stop trying to suck us dry of cash with your rehashes!! I don't know which one I mean more
Guess I'll have to go buy it to find out
Here's a few screenies from the email I got:
Screenshots
CGI (movie?) shots
And the long winded description:
==========================
Here is what you can look forward to in FINAL FANTASY ORIGINS:
* Enhanced graphics breathe life and detail into all game elements, from deep dungeons and vast worlds to menacing creatures and wandering heroes.
* Brand new, high quality CG movies and stills visually enhance the storylines in dramatic fashion.
* Original event scenes have been revamped and new event scenes added to intensify the emotional impact of story elements.
* New opening theme songs and improved sound quality immerse the player even further into the game experience.
* A new bestiary contains detailed descriptions of all monsters to assist players in battle.
* Access to art galleries featuring beautiful illustrations by renowned artist Yoshitaka Amano.
* "Memo File" function added for quick, convenient saves.
* New game play modes allow players to choose the level of difficulty within the game. (FINAL FANTASY II - accessible after clearing the game)
FINAL FANTASY ORIGINS will be available April 8, 2003 for the PlayStation at a suggested retail price of $30. Complete game information and screenshots will be available on this site in just a couple weeks! Visit the official FINAL FANTASY ORIGINS website HERE for more information about the game.
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I personally don't know what to think about it. Woot! that they are bringing it back in fully revamped form!!! At the same time...GODDAMMIT KITTY! Quit jacking up old skool games and stop trying to suck us dry of cash with your rehashes!! I don't know which one I mean more
Guess I'll have to go buy it to find out
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