- Cocoon, a human paradise, floats above the world of Pulse.
- When an ancient entity of Pulse origin awakens on the outskirts of a Cocoon city, paradise is threatened from within.
- Choosen by destiny, six must choose between saving mankind and saving themselves.
Product Description
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Final Fantasy XIII is the eagerly anticipated title from Square
Enix that takes full advantage of the superior power and
technology in Xbox 360, providing tangible, intuitive controls
while delivering seamless transitions between real-time gameplay
and stunning in-game cinematics. Using the latest in cutting-edge
technology, this latest addition to the Final Fantasy series is
worthy of the title next generation.
From the Manufacturer
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From the creative minds behind FINAL FANTASY VII and FINAL
FANTASY X comes the latest installment in the critically
accled series. As FINAL FANTASY VII was for PlayStation, and
FINAL FANTASY X for PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system,
FINAL FANTASY XIII will be the first numbered FINAL FANTASY title
for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360,
and will look to once again reestablish the series as the RPG
brand. Players will follow Lightning, Snow, and the other heroes
who are dealt a hand of e by the god-like fal'Cie. Cursed and
regarded as enemies of society, they have the world against them
and nobody to rely on but each other. Will they find the strength
within themselves to break free of their curse and determine
their own es, or will they succumb to this higher power? With
a story that is sure to connect with players' hearts, diverse new
characters from world-renowned creator and character designer
Tetsuya Nomura, and exciting new gameplay features centered
around an evolved Active Time Battle system, FINAL FANTASY XIII
will be the pinnacle in gaming experiences.
Story
Cocoon — a utopia in the sky. Its inhabitants believed their
world a paradise.
Under the Sanctum's rule, Cocoon had long known peace and
prosperity.
Mankind was blessed by its protectors, the benevolent fal'Cie,
and believed that tranquil days would continue forever.
Their tranquility was shattered with the discovery of one
hostile fal'Cie.
The moment that fal'Cie from Pulse — the feared and detested
lowerworld — awoke from its slumber, peace on Cocoon came to an
end.
Fal'Cie curse humans, turning them into magic-wielding servants.
They become l'Cie — chosen of the fal'Cie.
Those branded with the mark of a l'Cie carry the burden of
either fulfilling their Focus or facing a e harsher than death
itself.
A prayer for redemption.
A wish to protect the world.
A promise to challenge destiny.
After thirteen days of es intertwined, the battle begins.
Features
* Take Part in a Gaming Experience that Sets New Standards – The
first in the series developed for a simultaneous release on
multiple high-definition consoles, FINAL FANTASY XIII pushes new
boundaries in cinematic presentation, sound and gameplay.
* Experience the Unity of Speed and Strategy with the Ultimate
Active Time Battle system – The familiar system has evolved,
granting players the freedom of executing numerous commands in a
single turn with the multi-slot ATB gauge. Whether inputting
singular commands in each slot for consecutive attacks, or
expending multiple slots at once to activate a devastating blow,
it’s up to the players to respond effectively to the battle
conditions at hand.
* Adapt to the Ever-Changing Tide of Battle with Paradigms – A
brand-new game mechanic enabling players to assign roles to their
party members at any time during battle, shifting between combat
paradigms. Consisting of various combinations of the game’s six
roles, ranging from Commando, the offensive spet, to Medic,
the quintessential healer, paradigms allow players to respond and
adapt instantly to any given situation to turn the tide and seize
victory.
* Witness the Battle Scene Transform with an All-New Summon
System – Introducing Gestalt Mode, a powerful dimension of the
summon system that elevates the action to a whole new level. In
Gestalt Mode, characters and their transformed Eidolons fight as
one, dealing massive damage to enemies through simple button
commands.
* Delve into an Emotional Experience – An immersive storyline
connects players to an intriguing cast of characters. Will they
have the strength to confront their cursed es, or will destiny
prevail over all that they believe in?
The Characters