LOS ANGELES (July 1, 2010) — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that CRYSTAL DEFENDERS®, which has received global acclaim as an iPod®, iPhone® and iPod® touch application, is now available for the iPad®.
Featuring jobs and locations from the popular FINAL FANTASY TACTICS® series, this unique defensive simulation game requires players to strategically deploy units to fend off encroaching enemy hordes and prevent them from stealing their party's crystals. The first game in the series, Crystal Guardians, was released in Japan for mobile phones in January 2008. In December 2008, iPhone 3G, iPod touch and iPod versions were released under the new name, CRYSTAL DEFENDERS.
CRYSTAL DEFENDERS is simple and easy to learn--monsters will enter an area and march through it until they are defeated or reach an exit, at which time they will steal one or more crystals. It is up to the player to decide—by pausing the action at crucial moments—when and where to deploy various jobs such as Black Mages or Soldiers that will attempt to defend the party's crystals. Factors such as map terrain, monster strengths and weaknesses, job attributes, and more will play a crucial role in determining what steps a player should take.
On top of smoother controls and an interface that enables players to grasp the battle situation at a glance, the graphics have been completely renewed for this iPad version release. Dive into an intense combat scene displayed on the large 1024x768 pixel screen.
About CRYSTAL DEFENDERS for iPad
Story
In a land ruled by might and magic, peace is ensured by the benevolent power of the crystals. When a young moogle charged with guarding these crystals learns of an evil presence gathering on the horizon, he calls upon heroes from the far corners of the realm to join forces and stand against this new threat. Wielders of blade and bow, keepers of arts arcane, unite! As darkness draws nigh, only you can protect the light that binds us. The fate of Ivalice lies in the hands of...the Crystal Defenders!
Product Summary
| Title Platform Genre Release Date Price |
CRYSTAL DEFENDERS for iPad iPad Defensive Simulation Currently available for download $7.99 (available worldwide via App Store™) |
About Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S. based wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., a holding company leading Square Enix Group. Square Enix, Inc. publishes and distributes entertainment content under the Square Enix Group’s internationally renowned brands such as Square Enix, Eidos and Taito in the Americas. The Square Enix Group includes a global network of leading development studios located in North America, Europe and Japan. The Group boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 96 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 53 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and other well-established products and services.
More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at http://www.square-enix.com.
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