Final Fantasy XV hasn’t just been plagued by development hell. It has been fraught with confusion about the game’s story, issues over the lack of airships and weird misplaced anger about male-centric cast. Now a few more details and images have dropped. While the airship drama seems set to continue, at least we’re getting some clarity in other areas.
First up, let’s get the bad news out of the way. We already knew that there were some issues surrounding airships in FFXV. Not only were they struggling to make it happen, Tabata started calling it downloadable content and everyone’s panties instantly twisted. I’m going to continue hoping that it isn’t paid downloadable content, but rather something that gets patched in later. I’d rather that airships didn’t delay the game out of its 2016 launch window, but I still feel rather disappointed that they won’t be a part of the game at launch. Still, a new collaboration could make them better than I imagined.
In an interview with Famitsu (thanks, Siliconera) director Hajime Tabata explained that the technology used in Just Cause might help the Final Fantasy team:
We don’t have any knowhow when it comes to that, so during this year’s GDC we spoke with them, and they also showed some interest in the technology behind Final Fantasy XV, so the talks continued from there, and now I’ve been given the permission to make it public just today. This is something that barely started out, but it’s something of which both the Final Fantasy XV team and Avalanche Studio team have very high expectations.
I suppose that’s something. We also got some clarity about Luna’s role in the game. In previous trailers, she just looked like a pretty blond on the verge of tears. However, now we learn that she was in a very difficult political position, engaged to Noctis but with her own will and determination. She isn’t just a vulnerable princess who needs saving – she has her own strength and goals in the game. Good to know.
Finally, here are some pretty pictures and descriptions.
Continent: The four continue their drive along the clear river, passing through the coniferous trees. Should they go full speed straight toward their destination, or take time and explore the surroundings? It is up to players to choose.
Ido: An underground dungeon with an eerie atmosphere. For a long time, this dungeon has seen no traces of human activity. But is there something else currently living here?
Lestallum, a city positioned in the lands of Duscae.
Using Cuba as a motif for the design, the vibrant city is full of people and life. A large building that stands out is the hotel. It’s probably a good place to rest and relieve some tiredness from the long trip.
Last Updated: August 11, 2015
Nikola
August 11, 2015 at 09:43
Maaan I hope this will be good looking forward to it though, miss a “good” final fantasy game!
Hammersteyn
August 11, 2015 at 09:45
Still need to finish Type-O and I bought the FF10 HD remake O_o
Nikola
August 11, 2015 at 10:48
Nice hahaha I need to buy that FF10 HD remake soon at the moment too many games out…Dude your backlog is getting ridiculous you still haven’t even finished Witcher…
Hammersteyn
August 11, 2015 at 11:19
Getting closer each day. I fell into the damn Gwent trap. Every time I visit a merchant I need to play one round
Nikola
August 11, 2015 at 13:18
hahaha like the game is BIG!! I finished every single quest, race and point of interest it took me a long time but only thing I skipped was Gwent I just coudn’t get into it:(
Hammersteyn
August 11, 2015 at 13:23
It grows on you.
Hammersteyn
August 11, 2015 at 09:45
So Luna’s role “eclipses” her male counterparts?
Alien Emperor Trevor
August 11, 2015 at 10:03
huehuehue
Umar
August 11, 2015 at 09:48
DAMN, next gen Inns :O
Pieter Kruger
August 11, 2015 at 10:03
So you’ll be able to grapple onto the car and paraglide behind it? NICE! ????????????
Vogiir
August 11, 2015 at 10:05
Airships or not i just wana play this!!! And squeenix did confirm that we can expect a release date at pax prime this year. Plus theres still the ff12 remake/remaster??? Coming sometime. Square seems to be really bussy
Hammersteyn
August 11, 2015 at 10:09
I think that’s what irks people the most. The release date.
Vogiir
August 11, 2015 at 10:17
Lol true hey, well we know its definitely in 2016 (unless they are lying) but my guess is 2nd quarter or just after e3 next year
oVg Planned Obsolescence
August 11, 2015 at 11:30
It will be out before the PS4 version of Tomb Raider.
Hammersteyn
August 11, 2015 at 11:37
Or the Last Guardian? O_o
oVg Planned Obsolescence
August 11, 2015 at 10:19
Im busy playing FF2. Lets just say we have come a looooooooooooooooooooooooooooong way in 25years.
Hammersteyn
August 11, 2015 at 10:21
Yoh!
Ottokie
August 11, 2015 at 11:03
Japan uses the same road rules as us…why are they driving on the wrong side of the road o.O ( I smell western influence)
DiegoZicoB
August 11, 2015 at 13:33
So pretty. Something Square never gets wrong is the graphics. FF13 was bearable because of how good everything looked.
Really looking forward to this game the more info is released on it. If airships aren’t going to serve a purpose i.e. allow you to access hidden areas or form part of the story then they might as well do without it. The sooner this game comes out the better for everyone.