The Chains of Promathia expansion pack opens a new chapter in the history of Vana’diel. Gamers will be able to explore previously unseen areas, visit new towns, and realize fabled legends. Yet as the mysteries of Vana’diel are unraveled, even more puzzling enigmas will take their place in this intricately designed expansion pack.
Published by Square Enix, Inc., Chains of Promathia will be available for both the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system (DVD format) and Windows® (CD format) for a suggested retail price of $29.99 (USD). FINAL FANTASY XI is sold separately.
About FINAL FANTASY XI
The first cross-platform, cross-continent MMORPG, FINAL FANTASY XI allows gamers to connect to the same exact world regardless of whether they are playing on a personal computer (PC) or PlayStation 2 and whether they are playing in North America or Japan. In Japan, FINAL FANTASY XI for the PlayStation 2 and for Windows® were released in May and November 2002, respectively. Almost a year later in October 2003, FINAL FANTASY XI for Windows® launched in North America, followed by the PlayStation 2 version in March 2004. This first online title in the world-renowned series has quickly become one of most popular MMORPGs to date.
FINAL FANTASY XI blends sorcery and technology. The once peaceful world of Vana’diel stands at the brink of war as a power struggle slowly emerges among its three nations. The struggle focuses on the control of crystals, the source of all creation. An unknown, malevolent force rises in Vana’diel with a hunger for the energy within the crystals.
In FINAL FANTASY XI, players undertake multiple adventures through vast environments in Vana’diel, a persistent world that has more than 100 areas to explore, including mountains, forests, glaciers, deserts, oceans, rivers, castles, and dungeons. The brand-new gaming universe contains the award-winning visual content, innovative gameplay and deep storyline found throughout the FINAL FANTASY series. FINAL FANTASY XI allows players to create an alter ego to exist in the world of Vana’diel, and gives players the opportunity to play at their own pace and form parties. Players may utilize a variety of communication tools incorporated into FINAL FANTASY XI, including easy-to-use chat and messaging systems. The inclusion of the “Rise of the Zilart™” expansion pack expands the storyline and opens up a variety of higher-level skills and abilities.
Availability and Pricing
Published by Square Enix, Inc., FINAL FANTASY XI for Windows® is available for a suggested retail price of $49.99 (USD). FINAL FANTASY XI for the PlayStation 2, published by Sony Computer Entertainment America and pre-installed on the Hard Disk Drive is available for a suggested retail price of $99 (USD). Subscribers will receive their first 30 days of access without charge. Aside from Internet service provider access charges, the free trial period will begin on the date players create their first Content ID or character. Any additional Content IDs purchased are also available without charge until the end of the free trial period. After 30 days, players can continue to play FINAL FANTASY XI by paying a monthly fee of $12.95 (USD) for one FINAL FANTASY XI character and can create up to 15 additional characters for an additional charge of $1.00 (USD) per character, per month. Tetra Master®, the online version of the wildly popular and addictive mini-game from FINAL FANTASY IX, is also included in the package and is available for $1.00 (USD) per month. Payment for monthly access charges must be made by credit card (restrictions apply).
PlayOnline
FINAL FANTASY XI is a multiplayer online game played via the Internet, and is accessible via broadband or dial-up connections on both the PC and PlayStation 2. FINAL FANTASY XI is accessible only through the PlayOnline network service, created by Square Enix. PlayOnline provides a wide range of online services including games, entertainment and communication. Thus, PlayOnline not only serves as a portal to the world of FINAL FANTASY XI, but also as a gateway to several other applications including communication tools such as email, messaging, a “Friend List,” games, support, downloadable files and audiovisual customization. Players may create personalized PlayOnline identities or “handles” that allow other players to communicate with them, no matter where they are on the PlayOnline network. These basic PlayOnline services are free of charge. For more information on PlayOnline, FINAL FANTASY XI and Tetra Master, please visit the official Web site at http://www.playonline.com/ff11us/index.shtml.
FINAL FANTASY XI for Windows® System Requirements
The minimum system requirements for FINAL FANTASY XI for Windows are as follows: Windows 98/98 SE/Me/2000/XP, Intel® Pentium® III 800Mhz or higher, 128MB RAM, 6GB of hard drive space, (for FINAL FANTASY XI, including Rise of the Zilart expansion pack), 2GB of hard drive space (for FINAL FANTASY XI Chains of Promathia expansion pack), DirectX® 8.1 compatible sound card, CD-ROM drive, keyboard, 56K or faster Internet connection, and either the ATI® Radeon™ 9000 series or NVIDIA® GeForce™ series video card with 32MB of RAM.
FINAL FANTASY XI for PlayStation 2/Hard Disk Drive (40GB) (for PlayStation®2) Specifications
Published by Sony Computer Entertainment America, FINAL FANTASY XI for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system comes pre-installed on the Hard Disk Drive (40GB)(for PlayStation®2). The Hard Disk Drive attaches to the Network Adaptor (Ethernet/modem) (for PlayStation®2), which connects to both broadband and dial-up networks and rests in the expansion bay of the PlayStation®2 console. The launch of the Hard Disk Drive opens up a new world to gamers by enabling the possibility of new entertainment experiences utilizing 40GB of storage capacity. Additional product features include faster caching times, and in the near future, the ability to download content for online games such as new tracks, stadiums and characters.
The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) has rated FINAL FANTASY XI “T” for Teen. For more information about the ESRB, visit http://www.esrb.org.
About Square Enix Co. Ltd. and Square Enix., Inc.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix) develops, publishes and distributes entertainment content including interactive entertainment software and publications in Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. Square Enix brings two of Japan’s best-selling franchises - FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 60 million units worldwide and DRAGON QUEST (DRAGON WARRIOR® in North America) which has sold over 35 million units worldwide - under one roof. Square Enix is one of the most influential providers of digital entertainment content in the world and continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.
Square Enix, Inc is a 100% subsidiary of Square Enix Co., Ltd. with offices in Los Angeles, CA and Seattle, WA. It handles operations in North America, including the development, localization, marketing and publishing of Square Enix titles. More information on Square Enix can be found on the Internet at www.square-enix.com.
About Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.
Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one™ game console, and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. The PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system is set to revolutionize the home entertainment market, offering the most compelling interactive content and the capability to be used as a network terminal in the coming broadband era.
Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one™ game console and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif. Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. More information can be found at http://www.playstation.com.
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