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The Traditional Chinese version will not carry English subtitles, according to a press release from Sony Asia. Sony Computer Entertainment Taiwan will once again step up to handle the Asian release outside of Japan for Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD Remaster. Recently, Square Enix has partnered with SCE's Asian arm to bring Final Fantasy to a larger audience and this year's latest release is no exception. Unlike FFXIII, XIII-2 and Lightning Returns, however, it seems the X|X-2 bundle will be limited in…

By now you might have heard the news that Final Fantasy X (and X-2) are both being remastered for the PS3 and PS Vita. Such a project was announced in 2011, after all. Only now have they resurfaced, appearing on a single disc and two cartridges respectively - the latter due to space reasons according to Famitsu magazine. As with any game using HD elements these days, assets done come cheap or small, for that matter. Character models, enemies textures and…

The official announcement trailer for Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD has leaked out ahead of its original release date. This trailer was set for a release date tomorrow morning, but somehow a version with German text (and English voice overs) has leaked out in advance. The video itself is brief - suited to that of a teaser or announcement trailer to be sure. The few glimpses at the remastered FFX look stunning, and do well to provide a sneak peak at…

The gloves are off - Square Enix has lifted the veil on Final Fantasy X HD and it's simply stunning, but how does it compare to the classic PlayStation 2 release? While previous rumors had made tell about a possible visual upgrade for the game, I don't think anyone expected what we received today. A lot of hard work has gone into this release - something that clearly justifies the nearly two year absence since the game's original announcement at…

The announcement of the Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD Remaster is finally here! Square Enix revealed today that the long sought after HD remaster will be making its way to both North America and Europe later this year. Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2 will be joined together on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita - the PS3 versions married together in the form of Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD Remaster, while the Vita versions will each be sold separately. “These games are…

  As previously reported, this week's VJump confirms that Final Fantasy X HD will be a collection containing X-2, the logo of which appears to say Final Fantasy X|X-2. And now we have scans! According to preliminary translations of the article, both games will be based on their definitive 'International' versions, which means X-2 HD will also contain 'Last Mission' and the Creature Create system. The article shows a comparison between Tidus between the original and HD versions of the game,…

Update: We've confirmed that Final Fantasy X-2 HD will be bundled with Final Fantasy X HD on PlayStation 3 while the Vita version of Final Fantasy X-2 HD will be sold separately from Final Fantasy X HD. Confirmation comes from a scan of Jump magazine. Another rumor has surfaced, suggesting Final Fantasy X-2 will be joining its mainline brother upon release. According to a 2ch rumor sourced by FF-Reunion, the lighthearted sequel will be included on the same blu-ray disc as…

A new rumor suggests that Final Fantasy X won't be alone when it finally makes its way into the realm of HD remasters. FF Reunion has some details on this ultra rumor, including a possible release time frame. The rumor itself suggests that FFX HD will release around late June with plans for Final Fantasy X-2 to see a remaster as well. The originator of the rumor also feels that the game is more like a remake instead of a…

Final Fantasy series Producer and Square Enix VP Shinji Hashimoto took the stage during this morning's PlayStation Vita conference out of Sony Japan. After a long silence, Final Fantasy X HD has reappeared, and it's running on PS Vita. The game, having seen its initial announcement at Tokyo Game Show 2011, is still in development according to Hashimoto. The first look at the remaster shows off Yuna and Tidus in the town of Luca, along with Bahamut. It's quite clear…

Final Fantasy VII won't be the only classic entry seeing new figures. Square Enix's Hidemi Matsuzuka has revealed newly designed Yuna and Tidus from Final Fantasy X. The pair will be joining the company's Play Arts Kai line within the new year. The current models are prototypes, but you can expect to see them and even more Square Enix merchandise at the New York Toy Fair, as well as Square Enix's own local cafe, ARTINA. Additionally, there are some new…

Wondering where Final Fantasy X HD is? You're not the only one. A fan reached out to Square Enix Europe on Twitter for an explanation following the game's absence since its reveal in 2011. "The world will get answers soon, we promise," came the reply from the community team. While nothing too concrete, it's good to see them at least acknowledge the title's existence. The same account also commented on Final Fantasy Versus XIII earlier in the week, reconfirming that…

This week's Famitsu follows up with yet another interview with Tetsuya Nomura. In addition to last week's reveal on Kingdom Hearts HD, the director briefly comments on Final Fantasy X as well as the status of Final Fantasy Versus XIII. Speaking with Famitsu, Nomura revealed that the decision to start on Kingdom Hearts HD was done before Final Fantasy X, which was announced last year at Tokyo Game Show. Development on KH HD itself is nearly complete. Kingdom Hearts 1.5 HD ReMIX…

Square Enix's Shinji Hashimoto was recently asked about Final Fantasy X at a Southeast Asian Final Fantasy media tour. Unfortunately all he could offer up was a "no comment." With the one year anniversary of the announcement looming, we literally have no information on the HD remaster, which was announced at Tokyo Game Show 2011 for PS3 and PS Vita. Outside of a few vague comments, such as the game starting production at Square's PD1 studio earlier this year, the company…

Square Enix has revealed yet another celebratory concert in the theme of Final Fantasy. Arnie Roth and the Chicagoland Pops Orchestra and Chorus will be presenting Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy The Celebration on December 7th, 2012 at 8:00PM in Chicago at the Akoo Theater. This special concert celebrating 25 years of Final Fantasy will feature classic music throughout the entire Final Fantasy series including new HD video content along with a brand new history of the…

Little is known about Square Enix's upcoming FINAL FANTASY X HD for PlayStation 3 and PS Vita. We've yet to even see a proper screenshot since its announcement back at Tokyo Game Show. Regardless, we know have semi-confirmation of one bit of important information surrounding the game. There seems to be some confusion as to whether the game was in fact a full remake, or simple an HD remaster. In an interview at Taipei Game Show, Square Enix executive Shinji Hashimoto…

Pretty much non-news, I know. In the same article that gave us FFXIII-2 Lightning DLC news, there was a small bit about the upcoming FFX HD version. Basically, they say it'll take a little longer before we see the first screenshots of the game. That being said, the staff hopes to release the game within a (hopefully) short amount of time. The extent of what the FINAL FANTASY X HD "remake" is, is yet to be revealed. Is it a…

Things will be changing here in the near future. Fabula Nova Crystallis isn't going to last forever, and as such I'll be expanding the site to cover all of Square Enix's 1st Production Department. What this means is that I will start covering games such as Kingdom Hearts 3D, FFX HD, Final Fantasy Brigade, and more. Along with an expansion in content, the entire site will be undergoing a layout change as well. This way I'll be able to provide…