Category ArchiveThe Kingdom Hearts
Kairi on 21 Dec 2007
358/2 Days website updated, and another scan.
In preparation for this years Jump Festa event in a couple of days, Square-Enix has updated 358/2 Days’ official website. Not long ago, it was confirmed that 358/2 Days will be playable, (in single AND multiplayer mode), and for the lucky people attending, Square-Enix has issued instructions on how to play the game, and the various controls. The site also explains that units are set up for two to four people to experience the game. If you are interested, see for yourself at this link:
http://www.square-enix.co.jp/kingdom/days/
Translations from the website:
Single Player: Control Roxas
Multi-Player: Control Roxas, Axel, Saix, and Xigbar.
L: Move camera left.
R: Move camera right.
L or R Twice: Camera resets behind player.
L+R: Lock-On.
D-Pad: Control Character.
X: Scroll Through Command List (Attack, Magic, Item).
A: Perform Command.
B: Jump. Double tap for Double Jump. Press with direction after jumping once to Air Slide.
Y: Reflect Guard. Press with direction for Dodge Roll. After jumping press with direction to glide.
Start: Pause
Also, there has been another scan released following the two posted up yesterday. The third can be seen by clicking this link. Expect the latest information from Jump Festa very soon.
Kairi on 20 Dec 2007
New scans from V-Jump
After a long, long time, something new has finally cropped up. This weekend is the Jump Festa event, and here are two new teaser screenshots; one even containing the cabin as featured in ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarves’? The scans are being translated as I type this, so expect the translations and even more news from the Jump Festa very soon…
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m274/bekkiglittz/61161020071219_180549_0_big.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m274/bekkiglittz/61171120071219_181227_0_big.jpg
In other (not as important) news, I thought I would mention that KH2FM+ has been nominated for Famitsu’s ‘Game of the Year’ – in competition with over 300 over titles. Last year, ‘Final Fantasy 12′ won the honour, so could another Square-Enix game win this year? It was well-received in Japan, so there’s a chance, but if you can understand Japanese, then click the link below to cast your vote if you’d like.
Dark Knight on 16 Dec 2007
New Final Fantasy Versus 13 Trailer
Well guys, the long awaited extended trailer of Versus 13 has been launched, and as well, the net will be uploading as well the trailers for Birth By Sleep, 362/52 days and Coded for sometime before Christmas, so be sure to check us.
Dakota on 11 Dec 2007
Eh?
In an interview with CNET Japan, Square Enix president Youichi Wada talked about his company’s future strategy and the state of the overall game industry. Wada apparently is content with the industry’s current state, saying all segments (software, hardware as well as the arcade business) are performing very well. Asked about the three next-generation consoles, Wada explained the Wii was so successful, because it was different from PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Wada considers the Xbox 360 exactly the opposite of the Wii, namely a game machine targeting the hardcore audience. As for PlayStation 3, the Square Enix president said he still wasn’t sure yet where Sony Computer Entertainment wants to position the system. Therefore, he wants Sony to clearly define, whether PlayStation 3 is marketed as a game machine or a high-powered consumer electronics product.
Asked about downloadable content, Wada argued that it would become a standard feature in the future, as a shift from purchasing content in a real store to buying it online is occurring. While he views this shift as irreversible, he seems convinced that it won’t be the end of the retail business. While Wada apparently believes it would be difficult to offer downloadable content for the DS, given the handheld’s current lack of storage space, he apparently has high hopes for the future of downloadable content on PlayStation Portable.
Wada disputed his interview partner’s suggestion that Square Enix had recently released a lot of sequels and remakes, by saying both sequels to existing IPs and original games were necessary to grow the business. He explained 60% of Square Enix’s profits came from existing IPs, whereas 40% were generated by original titles. He also refuted the common held perception that Square Enix was overly dependent on its flagship Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series, saying they accounted for less than 50% of the profit. And while the company was trying to further reduce its dependence on these franchises, he remarked people kept asking about new installments of either series.
He was also bullish about Square Enix’s position in the game center business. Through its ownership of struggling Taito, the company has gained a strong foothold in this sector and after some initial restructuring, the future apparently looks bright, as Wada sees a widening gap between Taito and its competitors.
Looking ahead, Square Enix’s top executive wants to establish Square Enix as the top company in the game business. While he admitted it would be difficult to achieve this goal within a five year time period, he was confident that the company will belong to the top 3 in five years.
Let’s hope Sony responds.
Source: Kingdomhearts3.net
Kingdom Hearts Freak on 08 Dec 2007
Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days Mini-Website!
Hello everyone, it seems that today the offical website for 358/2 days has been updated. The news is that they will be some kind of a demo of 358/2 days.
The demo will not only let you be in single player but, multi player mode too!
358/2 days Translation:
“Corner Installation of Jump Festa 2008 is now decided. There will be an demo corner for Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days on December 22nd and December 23rd by the Square-Enix Booth. The two modes set up will be a Multiplayer mode for 2-4 people, and a Single Player mode. Also a present is prepared for those who stop by, so come by all means!”
Kingdom Hearts Freak on 07 Dec 2007
KH: 358/2 Days Demo to be shown at Jump Festa!
Kairi on 03 Dec 2007
Square-Enix unveils line-up for Jump Festa
Good news: Square-Enix will be showing the trailers at this years Jump Festa.
Bad news: They will be screened in a closed theatre.
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days (NDS): New trailer in Closed Mega Theater
Kingdom Hearts Birth By Sleep (PSP): New trailer in Closed Mega Theater
Kingdom Hearts Coded (Mobile): New trailer in Closed Mega Theater
http://www.square-enix.co.jp/jf08/titles/khbbs/index.html
Translation: (With a few tweaks) BIRTH BY SLEEP~
“The magnificent story of the beginning of KINGDOM HEARTS, that leads to a story of awakening.”
The graphics representation of the PlayStation Portable is that of high strength and capacity, which will maximise the use of a new three-person protagonist system as shown in the three scenarios to pick from. This system is operational, and the graphics now adhere to the series, while further use with the new sensory system will keep a mix of a new and old feel!
http://www.square-enix.co.jp/jf08/titles/khdays/index.html
Translation: (With a few tweaks) 358/2 DAYS~
“XIIIth Order No. 13 Roxas. Another story of a Hero fully revealed.”
Organisation XIII institutes a new thirteenth member—Roxas; another hero of the story which will appear on the Nintendo DS. This game’s latest developments is scheduled to be shown at Jump Festa. For additional information, please wait for the next update.
http://www.square-enix.co.jp/jf08/titles/khcoded/
Translation: (With a few tweaks) CODED~
“In an infinite Disney world, the mobile phone will deliver its own format! Adventure in the miniature Garden, and more rich in variety!”
This game is expressed with High-End visuals for the Mobile Phone, and the graphics are to the point where it is not inferior to a gaming system. The latest image is disclosed, but expect it by all means.
Other Kingdom Hearts goods to feature at the Jump Festa are: KINGDOM HEARTS KEY BLADE KEY HOLDERS, but I think the majority have already seen them. If anybody wants to know what else Square-Enix will be unveiling at Jump Festa then go here: http://www.square-enix.co.jp/jf08/
Kingdom Hearts Freak on 25 Nov 2007
Video Contest!
Hey guys!
Well, I thought it would be pretty fun to have a little Video Contest. All you have to do is create a Trailer or an AMV, and like any contest there are certain rules you must abide:
- It has to be either a trailer or AMV
- The video clips have to be of Kingdom Hearts.
- I’m sure you’ve got a creative imagination, use it, and don’t steal other people’s works!
- I will start accepting submissions on December 1st.
- I would like the music to be appropriate, not obscene, or anything of the such.
- You can upload in anyway (i.e. Youtube.) but please provide a download incase your video is chosen.
- Lastly, have fun!
When you submit your video, make sure to e-mail to me at: khfreak7@gmail.com be sure to make the subject/title of the e-mail “TKH video contest submission”. Point out wether it’s a trailer or an AMV, and also (of course) please provide a link.
Kingdom Hearts Freak on 24 Nov 2007
Jump Festa 2008
Hey Guys! It’s that time of year again…… Jump Festa 2008 is coming and the TKH staff will be giving coverage of it! Jump Festa is an annual party or exposition in Japan, all about anime and manga, sponsored by Shueisha, creators of the various Jump anthologies. New movies, manga, games and merchandise are introduced during this event. The tradition is that of already existing material a special item or episode is produced and presented at the convention to prove the makers aren’t out of ideas and to experiment. They also showcase new and old trailers of video games and many announcements. This year it will be taking place on Dec. 22-23.
The coverage will be starting two days before the event as Pre-Jump Festa coverage. We’ll be sure to keep you up-to-date this year.
See ya real soon!
P.S. We’ll be having a fun contest very soon, make sure you keep an eye out for that!
Kingdom Hearts Freak on 23 Nov 2007
Sum Up of What We’ve Got
Hey everyone!
Well, this past month we’ve been having a lot of news swarming in. I’ll just post them in a brief sum up of them:
Kingdom Hearts 2008 Calendar
The Kingdom Hearts 2008 Calendar was announced to be released on November 16th in Japan, and to our surprise it was released a day early! A blog user has been kind enough to provide the public with some scans:
Kingdom Hearts: Dawn of a Friend (Trading Card Game)
The Kingdom Hearts Trading Card Game is currently available. You can purchase it in your local store or through: Fantasy Flight’s Game Store. You can also check out the official website for more info, and for the commercial which we will get to later on.
KH: Visual Concept Book
“The KH: Visual concept book is set to be released on December 14th in Japan. A neogaf forum member has posted up the following info:
“The latest issue of Japanese magazine Dengeki PS has announced that Square Enix is to release a new concept visual book on December 14, 2007. The book, called CLOUD, will be published by Media Works.The book is going to feature many Square Enix titles, but will focus mainly on Fabula Nova Crystallis and Final Fantasy VII. Among the titles: It’s a Wonderful World and Kingdom Hearts.Included in the book is a special DVD. This DVD, according to the magazine, features the new trailers of Final Fantasy XIII, Final Fantasy Versus XIII and Final Fantasy VII AC: Complete.This time, by the way, it’s for real.”
FFG announces KH: TCG commercial
It seems as though a KH: TCG commercial will be airing. Make sure to keep an eye out for it in select cities!
Fantasy Flight Games to Air TV Advertising for the Kingdom Hearts TCG
Roseville, MN (November 19, 2007) Fantasy Flight Games announced today that they are initiating a four week television advertising campaign for the Kingdom Hearts Trading Card Game in select cities.
“We’re excited about reaching a new audience of gamers,” said Jeremy Stomberg of FFG. “Kingdom Hearts is a hugely popular brand, and we’re hoping that these commercials will help make US and Canadian Kingdom Hearts fans aware of the availability of the TCG in North America! We hope that retailers in these markets will experience the blockbuster potential of this new game.”
The 30-second commercial will be shown in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Baltimore, Seattle, and Atlanta media markets. Channels will focus on the Cartoon Network, but will also include Toon Disney(Atlanta only), the Sci-Fi Channel (including spots in the highly anticipated Battlestar Galactica movie on November 23), as well as spots during the December 9th Video Game Awards on Spike TV. The commercial will run continually from November 19th through the 16th of December.
Well guys that’s all we’ve got so far! If you have any additional information on any of these topics, better said; any KH info, just PM me at our community forums.
Happy Thanksgiving American viewers, and have a nice week from the TKH staff!
Source: KHI, KHV
