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August 15, 2006

DIRGE of CERBERUS - FINAL FANTASY VII - EXPLODES ONTO RETAIL SHELVES

North American Edition Comes Fully Loaded with New Features and Enhancements
LOS ANGELES (August 15, 2006) — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix™ interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that DIRGE of CERBERUS™ - FINAL FANTASY® VII - (DIRGE of CERBERUS) has shipped to retailers across the nation, exclusively for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. The blockbuster thrill ride from the creators of FINAL FANTASY VII comes fully loaded with all-new features and bonus content created exclusively for North American audiences.

"Creating the first action game in the beloved FINAL FANTASY series has been an exhilarating experience for us," said Yoshinori Kitase, Producer, Square Enix Co., Ltd. "Because the series, especially FINAL FANTASY VII, has enjoyed such a loyal following, we took special care with the direction for DIRGE of CERBERUS. In addition, we were sensitive to the difference between American and Japanese gamers, and made substantial changes to tailor the game to both regions. We hope the gamers will enjoy this new facet of the franchise and the continuation of the FINAL FANTASY VII legacy."

Breakout star Vincent Valentine returns in this adrenaline-fueled action game that propels players into the middle of an ongoing conflict that threatens all life on the planet. With his trusty triple-barreled Cerberus in hand, Vincent will shoot, fight and rage his way through the ranks of a menacing uprising—one that must be stopped at all costs. Featuring fast-paced gameplay from renowned producer Yoshinori Kitase and character designs from Tetsuya Nomura, DIRGE of CERBERUS offers a non-stop ride through the exhilarating world of FINAL FANTASY VII.

Numerous enhancements have been implemented in the North American release, including brand-new missions, a retooled camera system, and speedier action to keep up with American gamers. Fans will also have the opportunity to continue the adventure "on the go" with DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE™ - FINAL FANTASY VII -, a mobile title set for release this summer.

Story

Three years have passed since Meteor's devastating attack on the planet. After piecing together their shattered lives, people are terrorized yet again by sudden attacks stemming from a mysterious military organization known as "Deepground." Before Meteorfall, these soldiers formed one of Shinra's most secret projects—but with the destruction of Midgar, the soldiers left below the town's smoldering remains were forgotten. Vincent Valentine must now retaliate against this impending threat with his trusty Cerberus in hand.

Features

  • The first action title in the series delivers an entirely new collection of techniques and maneuvers exclusive to the North American release

  • Tweaks and changes bring the game up to speed for North American audiences - faster gameplay, an enhanced camera system and tightened controls provide gamers with a tailor-made experience

  • Extend the adventure with all-new bonus content that includes exclusive missions, character viewer, sound gallery and more

  • Revisit memorable locations and see familiar faces from FINAL FANTASY VII

  • Utilize a variety of weapons and unleash devastating melee combo attacks

  • Customize and upgrade Vincent's weapons, including handguns and machine guns, with five different varieties of parts that affect power, range, firing rate and more

  • Fully voiced, cutting-edge CG cinematics in the renowned Square Enix style

  • Continue the adventure on the go with the mobile game DIRGE of CERBERUS Lost Episode - FINAL FANTASY VII -
  • MARKETING AND ADVERTISING SUPPORT

    The launch of DIRGE of CERBERUS is supported by an interactive web site that includes a FINAL FANTASY VII tribute section for fans (http://na.square-enix.com/dcff7/). The tribute section includes questions about the plot of FINAL FANTASY VII which unlock footage from the original game when answered correctly, as well as a survey where fans can vote on their most memorable moments in the groundbreaking game.

    The program includes a three-week television campaign from August 13 through September 3 on Adult Swim, Comedy Central, Fuel, G4, MTV, MTV2, Spike and WWE, print advertising in the September and October issues of top gaming media, and a unique rich media online campaign with a major presence on 1UP, IGN, Gamespot, GamePro.com, MySpace and UGO.

    DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE - FINAL FANTASY VII -

    DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE - FINAL FANTASY VII - tells the story three years after Meteorfall, where the original FINAL FANTASY VII ended, with Vincent Valentine struggling to save the world from Deepground, a mysterious army of bloodthirsty warriors. This action role-playing game will take advantage of all mobile gaming has to offer, allowing players to explore a sprawling world in Battlefield mode, and battle with Deepground soldiers in FPS Battle mode. Familiar features from FFVII, such as materia and limit break attacks, can also be used by Vincent to smash his foes.

    Be the first to take a revolutionary step in mobile phone gaming! Available exclusively on Amp'd mobile handsets beginning on August 18, 2006. For more information visit www.ampd.com.

    DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE - FINAL FANTASY VII - was developed by a Square Enix Co., Ltd. team led by Kosei Ito in collaboration with Ideaworks3D Ltd., a BAFTA award-winning mobile games studio headquartered in London (http://www.ideaworks3d.com). For more about information about DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE - FINAL FANTASY VII - visit www.sqexm.com/dirge.

    DIRGE of CERBERUS is rated "T" for Teen. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) Web site at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings. DIRGE of CERBERUS is available at North American retailers for the suggested retail price of $49.99(USD). Additional information on DIRGE of CERBERUS can be found at http://na.square-enix.com/dcff7/.

    About Square Enix Co., Ltd. and Square Enix, Inc.

    With headquarters 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 68 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 40 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 wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Co., Ltd. with offices in Los Angeles, California and Seattle, Washington. It handles operations in North America, including development, localization, marketing and publishing of Square Enix titles. More information on Square Enix can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix.com/na.

    DIRGE OF CERBERUS, DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, LOST EPISODE, SQUARE ENIX and the Square Enix logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    August 21, 2006

    SQUARE ENIX TO SHIP FINAL FANTASY III ON NOVEMBER 14, 2006

    LOS ANGELES (August 21, 2006) — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix™ interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that FINAL FANTASY® III for the Nintendo DS™ hand-held system will ship to retailers on November 14, 2006. The only FINAL FANTASY to never reach North American shores has been reborn, incorporating the latest in portable gaming technology. Featuring graphics that have been reworked and remodeled in full 3D, FINAL FANTASY III provides a brand new experience while maintaining the mythical FINAL FANTASY look and feel.

    Story

    Protected by the crystals of light, the once peaceful land has forever been changed by the great tremor. Without warning, the earthquake pulled the crystals into the earth, upsetting the world's fragile balance. It seems as if all hope is lost—but as the Gulgan prophecy foretold, four souls blessed with the light shall once again restore balance to the world...

    Near the small village of Ur, fate guides Luneth to a sentient crystal that changes his life forever. As the light of the crystal fades, Luneth embarks on a journey to seek three others who share his destiny to search for the remaining crystals, and fight the battle of light and darkness...

    Features

  • The missing link in the evolution of FINAL FANTASY is unveiled—North American gamers experience a legend reborn

  • A dynamic job-changing system brings a nearly infinite number of party variations

  • The touch screen interface takes full advantage of the DS capabilities—explore dungeons, dispatch foes and cast spells by using the stylus

  • A complete visual overhaul breathes new life into a classic—colorful 3D graphics bring FINAL FANTASY III into the new millennium

  • Take advantage of the DS Wi-Fi feature to access the Mognet and communicate with other players as well as NPCs, and uncover hidden dungeons, quests and items
  • FINAL FANTASY III is rated E 10+ (Everyone 10+). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) Web site at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings. FINAL FANTASY III will be available at North American retailers for the suggested retail price of $39.99(USD). Additional information on FINAL FANTASY III can be found at http://na.square-enix.com/ff3.

    FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd in the United States and/or other countries. Nintendo DS is a trademark of Nintendo. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    August 22, 2006

    DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE -FINAL FANTASY VII- BREAKS DOWN MOBILE GAMING BOUNDARIES

    Highly Anticipated Action Title to be Available Exclusively on Amp’d Mobile
    LOS ANGELES (August 22, 2006) — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix™ interactive entertainment products in North America, and Amp'd Mobile, the first fully integrated mobile entertainment company, today announced the debut of DIRGE of CERBERUS™ LOST EPISODE™ -FINAL FANTASY® VII- (DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE). The action-packed 3D mobile game is available for download exclusively on Amp'd Mobile handsets. For more information visit www.ampd.com.

    "Amp'd is committed to bringing the best mobile games to market, and DIRGE OF CERBERUS LOST EPISODE raises the bar in 3D gaming worldwide," said Paul Nakayama, Sr. Director of Content Programming at Amp'd Mobile. "We believe game fans will be blown away by this title's advanced graphics and gameplay. This exclusive title represents another 'first' for Amp'd and showcases our leading 3G handset capabilities."

    "Adapting a truly dynamic game like DIRGE of CERBERUS to the mobile platform was an invigorating experience for us," said Kosei Ito, Producer, Square Enix Co. Ltd. "DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE -FINAL FANTASY VII- effectively reveals the missing chapter from the PlayStation 2 version. With this in mind, we wanted to create a game on the mobile platform that retained the integrity and imagination of the console version, but could be played on the go. We are confident that gamers will appreciate the innovation in detail and game play and ultimately embrace DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE as another quality continuation to the FINAL FANTASY VII legacy."

    Frazer Wilson, CEO of Ideaworks3D Ltd, said: "This has been a really exciting project, and another great opportunity to push the boundaries of mobile gaming with our Segundo technology. Working with the Square Enix team on this important title has been a great honor, and we are delighted to have created a mobile game which offers such unparalleled playing experience."

    To support the deployment, Amp'd will feature video previews and mobile game highlights of DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE within Amp'd branded kiosks at retail outlets nationwide, including independent wireless dealers and Best Buy, recently announced as a core Amp'd Mobile distributor. Fans will also have a chance to participate in a limited online giveaway to receive a highly articulated Vincent Valentine action figure with purchase. Amp'd will also be featuring DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE at GamOrz Ball (co-sponsored with mtvU). Lastly, Amp'd will feature DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE in Amp'd The Magazine.

    Utilizing the latest in mobile technology, DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE maintains the integrity of the Square Enix brand, and is consistent with the excellence that fans have come to expect from the FINAL FANTASY franchise. Mobile users experience console quality content including intuitive target systems, real time frame rate and high quality picturesque backgrounds.

    DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE -FINAL FANTASY VII- tells the story three years after Meteorfall, where the original FINAL FANTASY VII ended, with Vincent Valentine struggling to save the world from Deepground, a mysterious army of bloodthirsty warriors. This action role-playing game will take advantage of all mobile gaming has to offer, allowing players to explore a sprawling world in Battlefield mode, and battle with Deepground soldiers in FPS Battle mode.

    DIRGE of CERBERUS -FINAL FANTASY VII-

    Gamers can also experience the original PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system game, DIRGE of CERBERUS -FINAL FANTASY VII- (DIRGE of CERBERUS) which shipped last week on August 15, 2006. The first action title in the beloved series, DIRGE of CERBERUS is blockbuster thrill ride from the creators of FINAL FANTASY VII and comes fully loaded with all-new features and bonus content created exclusively for North American audiences.

    DIRGE of CERBERUS is rated "T" for Teen. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) Web site at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings. DIRGE of CERBERUS is available at North American retailers for the suggested retail price of $49.99(USD). Additional information on DIRGE of CERBERUS can be found at http://na.square-enix.com/dcff7/.

    DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE -FINAL FANTASY VII- was developed by a Square Enix Co., Ltd. team led by Kosei Ito in collaboration with Ideaworks3D Ltd., a BAFTA award-winning mobile games studio headquartered in London (http://www.ideaworks3d.com). For more about information about DIRGE of CERBERUS LOST EPISODE -FINAL FANTASY VII- visit www.sqexm.com/dirge.

    About Square Enix Co., Ltd. and Square Enix, Inc.

    With headquarters 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 68 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 40 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 wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Co., Ltd. with offices in Los Angeles, California and Seattle, Washington. It handles operations in North America, including development, localization, marketing and publishing of Square Enix titles. More information on Square Enix can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix.com/na.

    About Amp'd Mobile

    Amp'd Mobile is the first integrated mobile entertainment company for youth, young professionals and early adopters, and the only 3G carrier in the US specifically targeting that demographic. By leveraging the power of broadband wireless (EVDO), Amp'd Mobile offers traditional services such as voice and text within a completely fresh user interface designed specifically for the "mobile graduate" and third-generation (3G) technology. With a myriad of customizable options to meet each person's individual needs, as well as strategic alliances with top entertainment properties, such as MTVN and Universal Music Group, Amp'd Mobile brings a more relevant, personal experience to the wireless lifestyle with unique music, video, community, entertainment, sports and gaming offerings divided into various channels for quick and easy access. Amp'd Mobile is offered nationwide and more information can be found at www.ampd.com.

    About Ideaworks3D

    Ideaworks3D, Ltd. is a privately held technology and game development company headquartered in London. Founded in 1998 with a strong Oxford and Cambridge computer science and electronic engineering pedigree, the company has an unparalleled track record of creative innovation and technical leadership in the field of rich mobile gaming. Its Segundo3D™ game development and porting tool-chain, and AirPlay™ connected games platform power more blockbuster gaming brands across BREW, Symbian OS, JAVA, Linux and Windows Mobile than any other mobile games technology.

    Ideaworks3D's game studio is the recipient of multiple industry accolades including two consecutive BAFTA Games Awards in 2005 and 2004 for best handheld and mobile games. More information can be found at www.ideaworks3d.com.

    DIRGE OF CERBERUS, DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, LOST EPISODE, SQUARE ENIX and the Square Enix logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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