Final Fantasy X-2 Release Moved Up @ Gaming Target

Written by Brian Vienneau on November 09, 2003

News: Pick up a trio of video game ladies a bit earlier than planned...

Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy X-2's North American release date has been moved up to Nov. 18, a few weeks earlier than its originally scheduled December debut.

The game is notable for a few reasons, not the least of which is that it's the first-ever sequel to a Final Fantasy title. While many players have yearned for follow-ups to games in the series before, this is the first time Square Enix has actually granted that wish (and some might say it's a rather curious choice for a sequel, but that's a debate for another time...).

This will also be the female dominated Final Fantasy title -- Yuna returns from the original game, sans much of her clothing, along with Rikku. They'll be joined on their quest by a new ally, Paine. Like Final Fantasy X, the sequel continues the world of Spira's fascination with Уspheres.Ф It also features the return of the Job System, a staple of the Final Fantasy series.

УWe are thrilled to release Final Fantasy X-2 just in time for the holidays. Final Fantasy X-2 will take gamers on exciting new adventures, building upon the intense, emotional storyline they experienced in Final Fantasy X,Ф said Jun Iwasaki, chief executive officer and president of Square Enix U.S.A. УThis game is not just another sequel. Not only will the fans of the original get to enjoy the continuation of the story, but Final Fantasy X-2 offers a completely new gameplay experience that will appeal to anyone who's looking for a fun-filled adventure.Ф

For more information on the game, be sure to check out our Final Fantasy X-2 coverage before it hits stores.