New Final Fantasy XIII-2 Details

By Matthew Bennett, Associate Editor
Posted on September 21, 2011 AT 06:09am

THE BUZZ: The latest issue of Famitsu has published some new details about Final Fantasy XIII-2.

The version of Hope seen in the latest trailer is from 10 years in the future. He is now 24 years old and head of a scientific investigation group.
Caius, the game’s main villain, has an influence over both Valhalla and Serah’s worlds.
The black smoke coming from Lightning in the trailer is called “Chaos”.
Failing QTEs won’t punish you, however completing them will get you a bonus.
You will be able to switch your party leader during battle.
The game will include an Easy Mode.
Changeable costumes will be available and are visible in event scenes.

EGM’s TAKE: Hopefully with all these new features and improvements, Final Fantasy XIII-2 can stand out as an original Final Fantasy game.

What else would you like to see improved from the original?

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