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LOS ANGELES (August 4, 2011) — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in the Americas, announced today that FINAL FANTASY TACTICS®: THE WAR OF THE LIONS®, which has received global acclaim on several platforms, is now available as part of a worldwide simultaneous release for the iPhone® and iPod® touch.
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS was first released in Japan for the PlayStation® system in 1997 and sold over 2.4 million copies worldwide. The game's popularity expanded when it was re–released in 2007 as FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system with added features such as new cut scenes, scenarios and jobs. Now players can enjoy the world of Ivalice and tactical battles once again on the iPhone and iPod touch.
In FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS, players can use the touch–panel interface to fine–tune the control of the game. The complex tactical game can be effortlessly and intuitively controlled by tapping units and menus. Instead of switching fixed map views — players can now rotate, move and change the size of maps by sliding and pinching. The loading times have also improved and certain cut scenes can be skipped so the player can dive straight into the battles.
The game boasts a rich storyline, which fans of the FINAL FANTASY® series have come to expect. The game also carries on the familiar job system of the series, and introduces new jobs not included in the original PlayStation® release. The Charge Time Battle (CTB) system played on a 3–D field in real time further intensifies the strategy involved in the battles of FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS.
The iPad® version will be available for download later this month.
Story
In days now long past, the War of the Lions rent the land of Ivalice in two. And it is here that two young men of note first stepped onto history's stage. The first is a man named Delita Heiral, the hero who would draw back the curtain on the War of the Lions, this dark act of Ivalice's history. The other, whose role is now forgotten, is a man by the name of Ramza Beoulve. Peer through the eyes of these two young men, and uncover the secrets that lie hidden within history's darkened folds.
Features
- Character designer Akihiko Yoshida’s character illustrations come to life through animated sequences that combine a hand–drawn aesthetic with the fluidity of computer graphics — fully voiced exclusively for the English version
- Classic orchestrations from world–renowned composers Hitoshi Sakimoto and Masaharu Iwata capture the essence and breathtaking drama of the world of Ivalice
- FINAL FANTASY turns tactical: experience strategic, turn–based combat on battlefields brought to life with breathtaking art and stunning visual effects
- Customize your characters — with 22 jobs and over 400 abilities to choose from, the range of tactical options open to you in combat is truly astounding
- Uncover secret truths hidden within a gripping tale of intrigue, betrayal, heresy, love and heroism.
- Recruit legendary SQUARE ENIX characters to your party, including Balthier from FINAL FANTASY XII and Cloud from FINAL FANTASY VII
- Watch key scenes unfold through gorgeous, cutting–edge animation
- Smooth, intuitive touch–panel controls specifically tailored to Square Enix’s iPhone RPGs
- New and improved visuals exclusive to the iPhone/iPod touch
Product Summary
| Title: | FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS |
| Platform: | iPhone/iPod touch |
| Genre: | Tactical RPG |
| Release Date: | August 4, 2011 |
| Price: | $15.99 (available worldwide via App Store™) |
| Languages: | English, Japanese |
| Copyright: | © 1997–2011 SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. CHARACTER ILLUSTRATION: Akihiko Yoshida |
Related Links
- FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS Official Homepage:
http://dlgames.square-enix.com/fft/ - Square Enix Downloadable Games’ Official Homepage:
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To celebrate the release of FINAL FANTASY TACTICS: THE WAR OF THE LIONS, Square Enix is offering select previously released iPhone/iPod touch and iPad applications at a discount. The sale begins today, but is only available for a limited time.
*Sample Discounted Titles*
Apps for the iPhone/iPod Touch
- CHAOS RINGS®: $12.99 → $6.99
- CHAOS RINGS OMEGA™: $11.99 → $8.99
- CRYSTAL DEFENDERS®: $7.99 → $3.99
- SONG SUMMONER®: The Unsung Heroes™ - Encore: $9.99 → $4.99
- FINAL FANTASY: $8.99 → $4.99
- FINAL FANTASY II: $8.99 → $4.99
- SECRET OF MANA®: $8.99 → $6.99 ...and more!
Apps for the iPad
- CHAOS RINGS for iPad: $15.99 → $7.99
- CHAOS RINGS OMEGA for iPad: $14.99 → $10.99
- CRYSTAL DEFENDERS for iPad: $7.99 → $3.99 ...and more!
About Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix Group. The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 58 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at http://www.square-enix.com/na/.
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