Having sold more than 41 million units worldwide, DRAGON QUEST is the premiere RPG franchise that has captivated audiences around the world for more than 20 years. Combining ingenious gameplay elements from series creator Yuji Horii, character designs from famed artist Akira Toriyama and music from renowned composer Koichi Sugiyama, the "big three" of game creators have delivered a timeless franchise that continues to reinvent itself in new and exciting ways. For 2007 and 2008, Square Enix will expand the franchise with the release of DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS — Joker™, an addictive handheld monster-collecting RPG for the Nintendo DS, and DRAGON QUEST SWORDS™: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors™, an immersive action-RPG for the Wii home video game system.
Ten years after FINAL FANTASY TACTICS® gave birth to the world of Ivalice, Square Enix introduces the IVALICE ALLIANCE, a series of titles set in the fantastical game world that serves as the backdrop for classic titles such as FINAL FANTASY TACTICS, FINAL FANTASY TACTICS Advance and FINAL FANTASY® XII. Comprised of two unique titles for North America thus far, the IVALICE ALLIANCE seeks to offer a diverse collection of titles for a multitude of platforms. Discover a new Ivalice with every addition to the Alliance, each crafted by a development team with a unique vision.
DRAGON QUEST
DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS - Joker
Platform: Nintendo DS
ESRB Rating: Not Yet Rated
Release Date: Q4 2007
DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS – Joker is the latest installment in the venerable RPG franchise. Developed exclusively for the Nintendo DS and arriving in North America in Q4 2007, the player assumes the role of a Monster Scout as he captures, trains and breeds a powerful team from more than 200 classic DRAGON QUEST creatures in order to become the world's greatest monster trainer. Already achieving sales of more than 1 million units in Japan, DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS – Joker is a breakout title that combines the depth of a classic DRAGON QUEST RPG with the addictiveness of a monster-catching adventure.
DRAGON QUEST SWORDS: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors
Platform: Wii
ESRB Rating: Not Yet Rated
Release Date: TBA
Developed from the ground up to take advantage of the Wii and its motion-sensing technology, DRAGON QUEST SWORDS: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors is set to slice its way onto Nintendo's next-generation platform in 2008. This exclusive title utilizes the Wii's motion-sensing controls as players use the Wii remote to slash, parry and blast their way through a land filled with trademark DRAGON QUEST foes. Developed with both longtime fans and casual players in mind, DRAGON QUEST SWORDS: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors is poised to take video gaming to an entirely new level of fun and interaction.
IVALICE ALLIANCE
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS
Platform: PSP system
ESRB Rating: Not Yet Rated
Release Date: October 2007
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS is a portable update to 1997's turn-based strategy game FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – an undisputed classic that gave birth to the world of Ivalice. FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS features PSP system exclusive content such as stunning CG sequences, powerful jobs, a widescreen presentation, head-to-head multiplayer, new storyline elements, and an all-new English translation. FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS will be released simultaneously in North American and European territories.
FINAL FANTASY XII REVENANT WINGS™
Platform: Nintendo DS
ESRB Rating: Not Yet Rated
Release Date: Coming this Winter
Following the story of the beloved classic that captivated more than 5 million players around the world, FINAL FANTASY XII REVENANT WINGS continues the tale that won numerous accolades from the industry's top publications. Developed exclusively for the Nintendo DS, FINAL FANTASY XII REVENANT WINGS is an all-new experience that makes full use of the Nintendo DS's unique features. Featuring full Touch Screen functionality, FINAL FANTASY XII REVENANT WINGS allows players to control massive armies, unleash special moves and activate Gambits, all with the use of the stylus. The world of Ivalice comes alive through the respected musical stylings of Hitoshi Sakimoto and the direction of Motomu Toriyama, the director of FINAL FANTASY X-2 and the upcoming FINAL FANTASY XIII.
About Square Enix Co., Ltd. and Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix), with headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, develops, publishes and distributes entertainment content including interactive entertainment software and publications in Asia, North America and Europe. Square Enix brings two of Japan's best-selling franchises - FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 75 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 41 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.
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