Final Fantasy 7’s HD remake might be the talk of the town, but it’s not the only entry in the Final Fantasy series to get an updated look for next-gen consoles.
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XII will be getting an HD remaster based off on the Japan-only Final Fantasy XII International Zodiac Job System, which enhanced gameplay systems throughout and added visual, audio and usability improvements across the board. Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age will release globally in 2017 on PlayStation 4.
New features include ( via Gematsu ):
The Zodiac Job System – Improved character leveling system that now caters to the player’s preference
Trial Mode – Take on monsters and enemies in up to 100 consecutive battles
Speed Mode
Latest-generation high-definition graphical capabilities, including characters and movie scenes fully remastered in high-definition.
True 7.1 surround sound, including high-definition voicing and newly recorded background music utilizing the current generation of sound production.
Option to switch between the original and the newly remastered soundtrack.
New trial mode where players can take on monsters and enemies in up to 100 successive battles
Modern gameplay advancements including PlayStation 4 system trophy support and share functionalities, auto-save and shortened loading times
An endless amount of gameplay and adventure including hunts, battles and mini-games
Final Fantasy XII will be available to play at E3 2016. Watch the teaser trailer below:
Is there anything you’re most excited to see grace your screens in glorious HD? Will Vaan’s high-def crop top feature in your dreams or nightmares? Is Balthier still the very best, like no one ever was? Let us know in the comments section below.
