I do not believe in hype, because I know it can lead to bitter disappointment. If I can help it, I stop myself from setting my expectations too high. I achieve this by cutting myself off from any sort of promotional material tied to a game that I know I’d like to play.
Thus far, I’ve been good with Final Fantasy XV. As a firm fan of the franchise, you must understand the sort of willpower it’s taken to ignore everything Square Enix have put out about their highly anticipated JRPG.
I have slipped up here and there admittedly. At E3 for example, I couldn’t not watch the one gameplay demonstration during one of the conferences. Before that even, I dabbled with the Platinum demo, but that was only so I could get myself the exclusive Carbuncle summon.
Overall though, I’d like to think I’ve been pretty good. With Final Fantasy XV a short month away from release, my hype meter sits at normal levels.
But then Square Enix went ahead and announced that their game had gone gold at Paris Games week, followed by a new unbelievable trailer that I just couldn’t hold myself back from watching. I regret nothing though! Trust me on this; drop everything you’re doing, crank up the volume, and give this video a watch – you can thank me later.
A rapidly shifting world, enemies that appear endlessly, gradual loss of abilities… and a madness that brings harm to the beloved fiancée. This epic production, which can only be described as a nightmare for the struggling Noctis, is a collaboration between Final Fantasy XV and DIGIC Pictures, the world-renowned 3D animation studio that also took part in the creation of Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV.
This beautiful yet violent vision inspired by the world and story of Final Fantasy XV depicts an “omen” for Noctis’ father, King Regis, of a catastrophic future that must be avoided.
Despite knowing next to nothing about the characters, locales, and so on, I had goosebumps the entire time. I can only imagine what those who’ve followed every bit of news from the very beginning must be feeling. Hats off to DIGIC Pictures and Square Enix – this trailer is phenomenal! The editing, music, and everything else is just so on point. Goddamit, now I’m hyped!
Anyhow, before I get too get carried away, apart from the going gold and trailer, Square also went into more detail regarding the game’s DLC. One, believe it or not, is going to feature online multiplayer (via DualShockers):
The main focus of the Season Pass is three original episodes that take place during the events of FINAL FANTASY XV. Each episode allows players to take control of one of Noctis’ comrades in all-new adventures that offer unique play styles tailored to each character. Players can explore previously unseen areas filled with new monsters, and even obtain weapons that can later be used in the main game. Episode Gladiolus is the first new character adventure to arrive, and will be followed by Episode Ignis and Episode Prompto. Each episode will be available for purchase individually.
Following the release of the character episodes, Comrades—an expansion pack for FINAL FANTASY XV—will introduce a brand-new online co-op mode for up to four players which features intense battles allowing players to take full control of Noctis, Gladio, Prompto and Ignis as a group. Comrades will be available for separate purchase, and is also included in the Season Pass.
Look, I’m stupidly excited for Final Fantasy XV now, but also, semi annoyed. What’s the big idea, hiding something like online multiplayer within DLC? Not cool Square Enix, not cool. Good thing you just blew me away with an epic trailer, else I’d be really mad!
Last Updated: October 28, 2016
Lord Chaos
October 28, 2016 at 11:32
I’ve never understood the FF hype. Never really appealed to me.
Ottokie
October 28, 2016 at 11:34
Still super hyped for FFXV
But going gold means buggerall to me…ain’t that right Sean Murray?
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 11:37
Some say Sean never existed
Ottokie
October 28, 2016 at 11:38
I hope his “member” goes gold
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 11:39
smelting “accident”
Ottokie
October 28, 2016 at 11:46
*fires up the furnace
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 11:37
https://media.giphy.com/media/CHXFV1BF5EoF2/giphy.gif
Original Heretic
October 28, 2016 at 11:41
Hammer hands? I hear they’re HUGE!
Ottokie
October 28, 2016 at 11:42
http://www.unusualattractions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/if_you_know_what_i_mean_127_by_zeflyingmuppet-d810kjr.png
Original Heretic
October 28, 2016 at 11:43
Yes, I know what they say about guys with big hands.
Big gloves.
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 11:43
LOOOOOOL!
Umar
October 28, 2016 at 12:21
SO AROUSED
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 12:32
XD
Original Heretic
October 28, 2016 at 11:42
Even with no sound, WOW!
Gonna jump into this game as soon as I can. Love the white doge. Much wow, such terrific!
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 11:44
Doge pulled some moves that I’d normally associate with cats
Original Heretic
October 28, 2016 at 11:47
That’s cause cats are just way cooler in all aspects. I mean, who doesn’t like stroking a nice, soft kitty?
Matthew Figueira
October 28, 2016 at 11:50
Omg… you NEED sound :O that soundtrack is 10/10
Original Heretic
October 28, 2016 at 11:52
Will have to wait ’til I get home, don’t even have speakers at work.
Admiral Chief - Dragonborn
October 28, 2016 at 12:25
What sorcery is this?
MakeItLegal
October 28, 2016 at 11:46
looks epic as f…k
Admiral Chief - Dragonborn
October 28, 2016 at 11:49
Anyone here watch the FF Kingsglaive movie?
Ottokie
October 28, 2016 at 11:51
As a FF fan I am obligated to watch it.
PS. It was awesome!
Admiral Chief - Dragonborn
October 28, 2016 at 12:23
I’m indifferent towards it, graphics were awesome, but the storyline was incoherent and neither here nor there
Ottokie
October 28, 2016 at 12:27
It’s a lead in for the game
Original Heretic
October 28, 2016 at 11:52
AWESOME movie!
Admiral Chief - Dragonborn
October 28, 2016 at 12:25
Dunno, I expected more of it tbh
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 12:03
I need to see it badly
Nikola
October 28, 2016 at 11:56
Average trailer really… I don’t know I am a HUGE fan of FF but this new one I am just not too sure about played it at Rage meh gameplay is really not appeling and it looks bland with 0 depth to it…
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 12:02
You’re AVERAGE
Nikola
October 28, 2016 at 12:13
Aint nothing average about me;)
Admiral Chief - Dragonborn
October 28, 2016 at 12:24
Albania is also not average
😛
Nikola
October 28, 2016 at 12:25
You son of a bitch….
Admiral Chief - Dragonborn
October 28, 2016 at 12:42
😛
Hammersteyn_hates_Raid0
October 28, 2016 at 12:33
Especially hair loss
*Runs
Matthew Figueira
October 28, 2016 at 12:55
HOW DARE YOU HAVE A DIFFERENT OPINION! 😛
Umar
October 28, 2016 at 12:14
Game is looking phenomenal. The new gameplay looks great and this trailer was just the cherry on top. seriously cant wait anymore.
Deceased
October 31, 2016 at 11:14
That moment when the goosebumps hit – magnificent 😛