Square Enix General News

[Gokulo]

Here's his letter:

To My Dearest Fans,

Since the establishment of Dog Ear Records, I have found myself blessed with countless opportunities. From composing new works to holding concerts around the world, my days have been hectic, yet fulfilling. The resulting fatigue, however, has finally caught up with me, and I find it mentally and physically difficult to go on at my current pace. After giving serious consideration to all options, I have decided to take an extended leave of absence and give my mind and body the time they need to properly mend. If I am to return, I want to do so in full health. Do not worry. Once I’ve made a full recovery, I’ll be back doing what I do best.

My current plan is to rest for the remainder of the year, and while I cannot commit to a method or time frame for my return, I’m very hopeful.

I deeply apologize for the burden this decision places upon both my fans and my clients, and hope that you can understand and support the path I have chosen.



I thank you all for your continued support and only ask that you are patient until I’m on my feet once again!

Nobuo Uematsu
Dog Ear Records Co., Ltd.

[Kirin]

The man keeps an insane traveling schedule for his age, let alone the fact he is still actively composing while touring with his own band and Distant Worlds. It doesn't surprise me he need a little R&R.

From what I understand of Uematsu is that he tries to keep a pretty healthy lifestyle outside of his schedule, so I hope it is nothing more than needing some rest.

[Scizor]

I count myself very fortunate that I've seen him in concert twice, I hope he is only taking a breather and hes not going to announce some terminal illness

[Tyrath]

Same, saw him at DIstant World once and it was one of the greatest musical experiences of all time. Hope he's doing okay!

[Bombur]

SE showed off it's CGI History with Visual Works at the Tokyo Game Show.



Which leads off with a new CGI Demo from Visual Works to show off their new tech.

[6souls]

SE showed off it's CGI History with Visual Works at the Tokyo Game Show.



Which leads off with a new CGI Demo from Visual Works to show off their new tech.

Fascinate the world with your ideas. Let this character guide you

• Contact us if you are intrested in creating "New Entertainment Content" using this character design.

• We are looking forward to contact from creators, studios, and production companies worldwide.

• There are no restrictions on content format. Games, cinematics, merchandising - anything is acceptable.

• There is no need to adopt the story or feel of the Prototype movie. The user is free to to create any character story and background.

* This is not a promotional contest nor a recruitment for Square Enix or Visual Works staff.

* The purpose of this project is to foster the creation of new content based on this character design and solely for commercial use.

* Square Enix Co., Ltd. (“we” or “our” hereinafter) owns all rights of this movie and this character design. In order to exploit our copyrighted materials, you need to obtain our approval.

http://visualworks.jp.square-enix.co.../en/index.html

[Alkar]

So they're basically selling designs now.

[Kirin]

So they're basically selling designs now.

Might as well do something with all those engines they make and never use.

[Alkar]

Might as well do something with all those engines they make and never use.

For sure. Having unused stuff there makes no sense, might as well sell them and get some extra cash (looking at you Agni...).

[6souls]

https://www.express.co.uk/entertainm...h-Traveler/amp

Grain of salt rumors;

KH3 and FF7R are coming to Switch
Avengers will be a cross-gen console release

[Kirin]

https://www.express.co.uk/entertainm...h-Traveler/amp

Grain of salt rumors;

KH3 and FF7R are coming to Switch
Avengers will be a cross-gen console release

Could be in line with Switch getting a 2019 upgrade.

I've always been of the idea that FF7R was on the "why not try it" list for Switch titles. They're probably walking that development line in being sure it cant be PS4 Pro only, but still something that can maintain the graphics expectations for fans. I dont think the current Switch is far from that level and could certainly be with a small upgrade.

[Scythiroth]

It's weird that the KH collection isn't announced for the Switch. I wonder if they are saving that for a Nintendo Direct followed by a KH3 announcement maybe?

[Alkar]

It's weird that the KH collection isn't announced for the Switch. I wonder if they are saving that for a Nintendo Direct followed by a KH3 announcement maybe?

Xbone is getting KH3 but not the collection.

[-Zer0-]

http://visualworks.jp.square-enix.co.../en/index.html

This is sweet. Applied for the vis-kit. Will let you guys know how it turns out.

[Scythiroth]

Xbone is getting KH3 but not the collection.

That seems very weird to me, but whatever I guess. x.x

[Kirin]

Luminous has scrubbed itself of the gorillas, shifted to 'large-scale, high-quality, AAA game titles', and booked a $33 million loss.

https://gematsu.com/2018/11/square-e...aordinary-loss

Sounds right on schedule for 2 more proprietary engines to be announced, with the eventual 4th finally being confirmed for FF7R development in 5 years time.

SPEAKING OF THE DEVIL...look what may be re-evaluated again mid-development (or pre-development, who knows at this point) to include ALL of the compilation titles.

https://www.videogamer.com/news/fina...ilation-titles

[Alkar]

That's not even news, Nomura always said that elements of the whole compilation would be featured in the remake. I guess what's new here is that they may do "something" outside of it with the compilation which could simply include remasters of the games and another re-release of AC eventually.

[Yuri-G]

every time someone bumps this thread and it's not about Chocobo's Dungeon: Everybuddy I want to hurt a puppy


2018 release date COME ON ALREADY GIVE US SOMETHING (ok not us, just me)

[Draylo]

I'm actually really excited for that game. I loved the Wii version so much.

[Yuri-G]

I'm actually really excited for that game. I loved the Wii version so much.

I am legit happy that at least one other person feels the way I do.


True story; I went to play NSMB Wii the other day and guess what was the last game in my Wii (from like YEARS ago)? Yep... Chocobo's Dungeon.