Square Enix creates new studio to handle new RPG: 'Project Setsuna'
Square Enix Announces a New RPG Project
Square Enix today announced “Project Setsuna,” an all-new console RPG project, developed by Tokyo RPG Factory Co., Ltd., a newly established studio specializing in Japanese RPGs.
“RPGs are a major part of the Square Enix legacy, including Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest and Kingdom Hearts,” said Yosuke Matsuda, President and Representative Director of Square Enix. “RPG fans from all over the world have supported us along the years. To keep creating incredible new RPG titles, we started Project Setsuna and it is developed by Tokyo RPG Factory, a newly established studio for the project.”
“Project Setsuna” is a completely new RPG series, and aiming for a global release for consoles in 2016
Further details on Project Setsuna will be unveiled later this year.作者: kirassss 时间: 2015-7-22 06:58 PM SE松田社长访谈要点 Project SETSUNA情报等
New Square Enix Studio to Revive Classic JRPG Hallmarks
At this year’s Game Developers Conference, the newest studio within the Square Enix Holdings group of companies, Tokyo RPG Factory, was on hand to reveal its debut title — I am Setsuna. The title is slated for digital release for the west this summer on the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Steam.
Led by director Atsushi Hashimoto, Tokyo RPG Factory aims to capture the narrative depth, impactful storytelling and masterful character development inspired by the golden era of Japanese role-playing games and bring them to current hardware and technology. With a battle system inspired by the classic hit Chrono Trigger, I am Setsuna brings back authentic RPG gameplay, beautiful art design and a sorrowful story to the new generation.作者: kirassss 时间: 2016-4-23 07:00 AM I Am Setsuna Launches July 19 in the West
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I Am Setsuna to Arrive in America and Europe on July 19
American and European fans of Japanese role playing games (JPRGs) are advised to mark their calendars July 19th for the release for I Am Setsuna. Square Enix announced today that the evocative title will be available on the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Steam.
I Am Setsuna tells the sorrowful story of Setsuna, a young woman of incredible inner strength, and the sacrifice she must undertake to the save the people of her land. Players will be immersed in an emotional and unforgettable story of true bravery as Setsuna leaves her hometown with her bodyguards on a journey to the farthest land.
New character illustrations, revealing details of the heroine Setsuna and her bodyguard Endir, were also released. Endir, the main playable character, is a skilled mercenary whose destiny is changed upon meeting Setsuna.
I Am Setsuna offers beautiful art and game design that harken back to Japanese role-playing game classics of yesteryear, and includes various features inspired by legendary titles from the golden era of JRPGs, such as Chrono Trigger's memorable battle system.
作者: kirassss 时间: 2016-5-25 07:10 AM I Am Setsuna English Gameplay Trailer
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I Am Setsuna Gameplay Trailer Premieres Today
RPG fans can rejoice as the first gameplay trailer for I Am Setsuna, the debut title from Tokyo RPG Factory, showcases the Chrono Trigger inspired battle system. The trailer also introduces viewers to the beautiful art, music, story and game design in this classic RPG for modern times.
I Am Setsuna is the sorrowful story of Setsuna, a young woman of incredible inner strength, and the sacrifice she must undertake to the save the people of her land. As Setsuna leaves with her two bodyguards for the farthest lands, players will be immersed in an emotional and unforgettable story of true bravery.
I Am Setsuna will be available digitally on the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Steam on July 19, 2016 in North America for $39.99. Fans can pre-order today on Steam to receive a special music track from composer, Tomoki Miyoshi.作者: kirassss 时间: 2016-6-29 07:13 AM I Am Setsuna Artwork, Pre-order Bonuses Announced
New Artwork Showcases Beautiful Characters and Environments of I Am Setsuna
Through new artwork released today, Square Enix showcased the beautiful watercolor environments and additional characters who assist Setsuna along her journey in I Am Setsuna, including the energetic Aeterna and the reliable Nidr. The title introduces the authentic JRPG style of yesteryear with various features inspired by legendary titles, such as Chrono Trigger’s memorable battle system.
I Am Setsuna will be available digitally on July 19 for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Steam for $39.99. Pre-order incentives from the PlayStation Network include two dynamic themes at the moment of pre-order: “Kuro” (meaning black, for a night-time theme) and “Shiro” (meaning white, for a daytime theme). Additionally, “Eternal Winter,” an exclusive digital track by composer Tomoki Miyoshi, will automatically download on release day. The Steam pre-order bonus is an exclusive digital track titled “The Warmth of Hope.”
About I Am Setsuna
I Am Setsuna tells the sorrowful story of Setsuna, a young woman of incredible inner strength, and the sacrifice she must undertake to the save the people of her land. As Setsuna leaves with her two bodyguards for the farthest land, players will be immersed in an emotional and unforgettable story of true bravery.作者: kirassss 时间: 2016-7-19 09:59 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2016-7-20 07:05 AM 编辑
I Am Setsuna Now Available, Launch Trailer
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I Am Setsuna Now Available
Fans of impactful narratives and classic gameplay are sure to delight in today’s release of I Am Setsuna for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Steam. The debut title from Tokyo RPG Factory delivers an emotional and unforgettable story of bravery and sacrifice, along with beautiful art design and masterful character development.
The game follows the story of Setsuna, a young woman of incredible power and inner strength, on her journey of sacrifice to save the people of her land. The word “setsuna,” derived from the Japanese “setsunai,” conveys bittersweet sorrow and serves as the foundational theme of the game. The aim of the development team was to help global audiences better understand this concept through the fullness of the game.
I Am Setsuna is now available digitally on the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Steam for $39.99.作者: kirassss 时间: 2016-12-22 11:24 PM
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I Am Setsuna Switch exclusive free DLC 'Temporal Battle Arena' teaser trailer
《祭物与雪中的刹那》时之竞技场DLC预告片放出
Coming soon to the Nintendo Switch version of I Am Setsuna is an exciting new party on party colosseum battle mode DLC called the ‘Temporal Battle Arena’! Bring your strongest of Setsuna’s guardians to claim rewards as level advantages will be enabled!
I Am Setsuna is available now on Nintendo Switch from the Nintendo eShop. 作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-5-29 02:25 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2017-5-29 02:27 PM 编辑
Tokyo RPG Factory website updated with new background visual
《祭品与雪之刹那》团队或出新作 依然怀旧风
Square Enix has updated the official website for I Am Setsuna developer Tokyo RPG Factory with a new background visual, possibly teasing an incoming game announcement.
I Am Setsuna was announced at E3 in June 2015, meaning it is approaching two years since Tokyo RPG Factory’s last game announcement.作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-5-30 04:17 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2017-5-31 07:25 AM 编辑
Tokyo RPG Factory企划第二弹《失落领域》秋季登场
SQUARE ENIX 30 日发表，预定 2017 年秋季推出旗下 Tokyo RPG Factory 团队制作的角色扮演游戏新作《失落领域（Lost Sphear）》，制作平台为 PlayStation 4 与 Nintendo Switch。
而本作的战斗系统，和《祭物与雪中的剎那（いけにえと雪のセツナ，英文版名称： I Am Setsuna）》（PS4 / PS Vita / Nintendo Switch）一样，是使用 ATB 2.0 为基础设计。 附带一提，所谓的 ATB 2.0 ，是指在《超时空之钥（クロノ ‧ トリガー）》游戏中采用的战斗系统。
Lost Sphear, the latest RPG from I Am Setsuna developer Tokyo RPG Factory, will launch physically and digitally for PlayStation 4 and Switch in Japan on October 12, Square Enix announced. It will cost 5,800 yen.
In North America and Europe, Lost Sphear is due out digitally for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC in early 2018. Physical editions will launch for PlayStation 4 and Switch via the Square Enix Online Store.
Lost Sphear follows a young boy named Kanata, who awakens from a devastating dream to find his hometown disappearing. In order to stop the world from being lost forever, Kanata and his comrades set out to rebuild the world around them with the power of Memory. If you missed it in June, read up more on the game’s world, battle system, and main characters here.
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作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-7-31 06:20 PM Lost Sphear details Obaro, Sherra, Vulcosuits, and more
Square Enix has released new information and screenshots of Lost Sphear introducing new characters Obaro, Sherra, the controllable mecha known as Vulcosuits, and more.
Get the details below.
■ Characters
Obaro
Age: 54
Weapon: Staff
A mysterious man. Upon the awakening of Kanata’s “power of Memory,” Obaro was freed from a seemingly eternal state of Lost (when one’s existence is erased) and came back into existence.
Obaro calls himself “Armored Man” of the human race one generation ago, and furthermore says that he is a king, but the truth of that is unclear.
While heavily regretting the actions he took in the past, Obaro decides to accompany and assist Kanata, who freed him from his Lost state and whom he believes to be the savior who will lead the world to the way it should be, in order to help him.
Contrary to the physical strengths of Kanata and his friends, Obaro specializes in unleashing powerful elemental magic, demolishing large enemy mobs.
—By making full use of his magical power, which has not weakened with age, Obari attacks using powerful magic.
Sherra
Age: 15
Weapon: Bow
A battle priestess of a clan called the “People of Twilight,” who live in the sacred mountains of Rahito.
Since ancient times, it has been believed that they can talk to monsters. It is also rumored that they are the cause of the world’s Lost phenomenon.
Even among the magic users of the People of Twilight, the magical power of the one chosen as the battle priestess is immeasurable. In heal magic, especially, there is no one superior.
Contrary to her appearance, Sherra has high physical ability and is a master of the bow, the height of which matches her own.
Sherra’s bow is a traditional bow of similar range to Locke’s crossbow. However, while Locke uses crossbows and tinkers with mechanical crafting, Sherra specializes in heal magic and various bow-related abilities.
—Sherra uses powerful healing magic, as well as various bow-based skills.
■ System
The Vulcosuit
The Vulcosuit is mechanized armor gifted to the people from the ancients that existed long ago. It significantly enhances the abilities of its pilot, has a unique function called “Paradigm Drive” specific to each Vulcosuit, and is an overwhelming presence on the battlefield. Although it is an extremely valuable weapon, Kanata and company, who are working with the Empire and pursuing the mystery of the Lost phenomenon, will acquire their own Vulcosuits by chance.
When piloting the Vulcosuit, all actions use VP. (Editor’s Note: English screenshots released earlier this week show VP, while today’s Japanese screenshots show EN, which stands for Energy. We’re guessing VP stands for Vulcopoints, or something along those lines.) The VP Gauge is shared among the party, and when reduced to zero, the party members piloting Vulcosuits are forced to disembark. VP can be restored by resting at the inn.
—The VP Gauge is displayed in the lower right of the screen. Here it is at full capacity.
—Performing Vulcosuit-specific actions will reduce the VP Gauge.
—If your VP Gauge is reduced to zero, you will be forced to disembark from the Vulcosuit, even during battle.
Vulcosuit Characteristics – Area Map
As long as you have VP, you can freely pilot and disembark from your Vulcosuit on the world map and area map.
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By using “Boost” on the area map, your movement speed increases for a fixed period of time, allowing you to move without encountering enemies.
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The power of the Vulcosuit can also be used to remove obstacles blocking your path, clearing the path forward.
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Vulcosuit Characteristics – Battle
By building up a character’s ATB gauge, that character can pilot the Vulcosuit by consuming half of their ATB gauge.
When piloting the Vulcosuit, your stats, such as attack power and defense power, significantly rise.
Fadiel
An original Vulcosuit encountered at the armored castle Lagunes, which activated in response to Kanata at first contact. It has superior communication functions compared to other Vulcosuits, and can link its data with the Vulcosuits it is acting alongside.
Its Paradigm Drive is “Co-Op,” which allows it to trigger a powerful collaboration technique by linking up with the another character piloting a Vulcosuit.
—A Vulcosuit collaboration technique. There are techniques that can be unleashed with any party member, and techniques that require a specific party member..
Legrufa
Just like Kanata’s Fadiel, Legrufa is an original Vulcosuit encountered at the armored castle Lagunes, which activated in response to Van. Its special trait is its support for Van’s exclusive weapons known as Bits.
Its Paradigm Drive is “Divine,” which expands the Bits to the sky and activates when an ally or enemy performs an action that satisfies its conditions. Said conditions and the resulting effect are determined by the type of Divine used.
—Galatine: Activate the Paradigm Drive immediately following a critical hit from an ally, and the expanded Bits will turn into a giant sword that swoops down on the enemies.
Traveling by Ship
While players could not travel by ship in I Am Setsuna, you will obtain your own ship in Lost Sphear, which you can use to travel to islands and new continents.
Various Mechanisms
In the various ruins left behind by the ancient civilizations of the world of Lost Sphear, there are often places with various mechanisms designed to keep out trespassers. It is necessary to overcome these mechanisms in order to solve the mystery of the Lost phenomenon.
Lost Sphear is due out for PlayStation 4 and Switch on October 12 in Japan, and for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC on January 23 in the Americas and Europe. 作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-8-1 07:20 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2017-8-1 07:55 PM 编辑
作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-8-25 04:18 PM Lost Sphear details Jigan Empire and related characters, obtaining Memories, and Artifacts
Square Enix has released new information and screenshots of Lost Sphear introducing the Jigan Empire, characters Zemlord and Galdra, Galdra’s Vulcosuit, how to obtain Memories, and Artifacts.
Get the details below.
■ World
Jigan Empire
The world’s largest country, its territory makes up half of the world. While it is a military nation that has assertively adopted a mechanical culture, it is by no means a country in which military affairs are considered top priority, and has a government that aims to enrich the lives of its people.
—The Empire’s Capital City of Watt is divided into three areas.
—The royal palace’s impressive entrance. The palace is under the strict guard of its garrison.
—A huge airship at the base of the Imperial army.
■ Characters
Zemlord
Age: 40
The Imperial prime minister of Jigan, who has the absolute confidence of the Emperor. He is strict on himself as well as others, and is feared by many, but has the overwhelming support of both the people of the Empire and the Imperial army, so it can be even be said that he is the real leader of the Jigan Empire.
He thinks priority should be given to what can be done to enrich the lives of the people of the Empire, and if a crisis approaches the Empire, will take whatever means necessary to protect the Empire without hesitation.
While he considers the existence of Kanata to be hope, Kanata’s existence is also a realization of his own powerlessness.
Galdra
Age: 29
Weapon: Katana
The leader of the Imperial Knights tasked with the protection of the Emperor of the Jigan Empire. A famous knight in the Empire, he inherited his sword skills from his father, which are said to surpass even the top class of the Imperial army. Also, he is a distinguished existence that is said to be both well-learned and endowed with great command ability.
As the right arm of the Imperial prime minister Zemlord, he is investigation the Lost phenomenon occurring all over the world. He was there when Kanata revived the lunar bell town of Eru and asked Kanata too work together with the Empire.
—In addition to powerful attack skills from his katana, Galdra can use support skills for both himself and the party.
■ Vulcosuits
Ecteat
A Vulcosuit that has existed within the Empire since long ago, and has been passed down for exclusive use by the leader of the Imperial Knights.
For the leader of the Imperial Knights, it is an admired Vulcosuit, and as it is a commander Vulcosuit, it can access an network of confidential information collected by the Empire. However, its true worth is its capability in battle, as it can fully reproduce the movement of Galdra, a master of the katana.
—Paradigm Drive: Godspeed
Consecutively uses the selected skills by moving at a speed that leaves no openings for the enemy to attack. It is a powerful Paradigm Drive that lets you unleash multiple skills input within a fixed period.
■ Obtaining Memories
In order to restore what has been Lost, or otherwise rebuild it, Memories, which can be said are the heart of existence, are necessary. By talking to people who know of Lost people and structures, or reading books related to Lost things, you will be able to trace those Memories. And with Kanata’s “power of Memories,” those Memories can be crystallized.
Also, by battling the monsters living in each area, it is possible to acquire the Memories they possess, and on your journey, you may come across Memories crystallized throughout eternity.
Often using the precious Memories obtained by these methods, Kanata and company will revive what has become Lost.
—Obtain a Memory by crystallizing it through conversation with someone who knows of it.
—Through battle, you can obtain the Memories possessed by monsters.
The Lost phenomenon corroding this world threatens the everyday lives of the people. Those who have lost loved ones, those who have lost their homes… Kanata will meet many people in despair on his journey. Gather Memories as quickly as possible and turn each person’s despair into hope.
—This boy is in despair about his mother, who has become Lost. By listening to his story about before she became Lost, you will be able to obtain that Memory and restore her from Lost.
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—Even the interiors of dungeons have become Lost. Collect Memories to be able to advance to its depths.
■ Artifacts
Just like Kanata and company’s hometown, the lunar bell town of Eru, important artifacts that support the lives of the people suddenly became Lost one day. The world map is scattered with traces of these Lost artifacts, and by reviving or possibly rebuilding these artifacts with the power of Memories, the range of the player’s adventure will expand. Additionally, the powers possessed by these artifacts will grant players various benefits for their adventure.
—The Lost phenomenon has developed across a vast range of the world map. Important artifacts vital for communication, such as bridges and lighthouses, have become Lost.
—In addition to being able to use Kanata’s power of Memory to constructing artifacts and restore an region from Lost, by reviving the huge lighthouse here known as the Clairvoyant Lighthouse, you will gain access to a mini-map.
Artifacts that Change the Game
There are various types of artifacts, including those that increase the number of items you can obtain, those that have a significant effect on battle, and so on. In other words, the artifacts you create using the Memories you collect will make a difference in Kanata and company’s journey. How will you revive the world, and what sort of benefits will you receive? Those decisions rest solely on the player.
—By constructing the “Demon Eye Lighthouse,” you will be able to see monsters’ HP and ATB gauges in battle.
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—By constructing the “Zone Gate,” your critical rate when using the Instant System will increase in battle.
It should be noted that even if you have created an artifact already, you can use new memories to rebuild another artifact.
Lost Sphear is due out for PlayStation 4 and Switch on October 12 in Japan, and for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC on January 23 in the Americas and Europe.作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-8-25 04:18 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2017-8-29 08:05 PM 编辑
Lost Sphear, the second title from Tokyo RPG Factory, is making a splash at this year’s PAX West, held at the Washington State Convention Center from Sept. 1-4. PAX attendees can play the Lost Sphear demo and take photos with characters Kanata and Lumina at the Square Enix booth (#2141). Attendees who have pre-ordered the game from the Square Enix Online Store can also receive an exclusive T-Shirt.
Fans who are unable to attend can learn more about the game on the official Twitch livestream on Sunday, Sept. 3 at 2:00 p.m. (Pacific) at: Twitch.tv/twitch.
Fans can also check out a new Lost Sphear trailer, which showcases the game’s modern take on classic role-playing games, with enhanced turn-based battles and mechanized Vulcosuit armors.
Lost Sphear is releasing digitally from the PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch, and Steam on January 23, 2018. The game is also available for pre-order as a physical package exclusively from the Square Enix Online Store for the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch.
For more information on Lost Sphear, please visit: lostsphear.com.作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-9-14 03:32 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2017-9-14 08:26 PM 编辑
Lost Sphear Japanese pre-launch trailer
《失落领域》最新宣传片 世界观角色游戏系统介绍
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Lost Sphear ahead of the game’s Japanese launch next month.
The upcoming RPG from I Am Setsuna studio Tokyo RPG Factory follows the journey of Kanata and his comrades, who set out to stop the world from being Lost forever by using the power of Memory.
Lost Sphear is due out for PlayStation 4 and Switch on October 12 in Japan, and for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC on January 23 in the Americas and Europe.
Square Enix will release a demo for Lost Sphear next week in Japan, the company announced at Tokyo Game Show 2017.
The demo will let you play the beginning parts of the game. Save data from the demo can be carried over to the full game when it launches.
Further details about the demo, including a specific launch date, will be announced in a few days.
Lost Sphear is due out for PlayStation 4 and Switch on October 12 in Japan, and for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC on January 23 in the Americas and Europe.
In related news, Square Enix released a trailer for Lost Sphear‘s two-disc original soundtrack, which will launch in Japan on November 22 for 2,500 yen (plus tax). Watch that below.
本作预定将在 10 月 12 日发售，对应平台包括 PS4 和 Switch。《失落领域》由开发过《祭品与雪的刹那》的Tokyo RPG Factory打造的一款复古风角色扮演游戏。游戏和《祭品与雪的刹那》类似，采用了1990年代的RPG风格，并融合了现代游戏设计。作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-10-4 11:18 PM 作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-10-25 07:26 AM Lost Sphear ‘Restore the World’ trailer
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Lost Sphear dubbed “Restore the World.”
Here’s a brief overview of the video, via Square Enix:
In a broken world of lost memories… Only one hero can save us all… As an ominous power threatens the fabric of reality itself, Kanata and his friends must restore the disappearing world around them from being forgotten.
Lost Sphear is available now for PlayStation 4 and Switch in Japan, and will launch for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC on January 23 in the Americas and Europe. A demo is also available now in Japan.
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Lost Sphear Demo Now Available for Nintendo Switch, PlyaStation 4 and Steam
Players can experience the power of Memory in a brand-new demo for Lost Sphear, the second title from Tokyo RPG Factory™. The free demo is now available on the Nintendo Switch™ from the Nintendo eShop, the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system from the PlayStation Store and Steam.
In the demo, players will join Kanata and his friends on their adventure and get an early look at some of the exciting new features in Lost Sphear, including:
• The Artefacts system, which allows players to utilize restored Memories to customize their user-interface, obtain player bonuses, as well as advance the story;
• All-new Vulcosuit armor mechs; and
• Special Paradigm Drive attacks unique to each character.
Lost Sphear will be available digitally from the PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch, and Steam on January 23. The game will also be available as a physical package exclusively from the Square Enix Online Store for the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. Fans who pre-order the game from the Square Enix Online Store will receive two music tracks as a gift at launch.
For more information on Lost Sphear, please visit: lostsphear.com.作者: kirassss 时间: 2018-1-23 10:43 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2018-1-23 10:53 PM 编辑
