FINAL FANTASY XI GOES ONLINE MARCH 2004 FOR PLAYSTATION 2.Sony Computer Entertainment America's FINAL FANTASY XI Final Fantasy XI (ファイナルファンタジーXI , the latest installment of the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY This article is about the Final Fantasy franchise. For the video game, see Final Fantasy (video game). For other uses, see Final Fantasy (disambiguation). Final Fantasy ( series, has been pre-installed on the upcoming internal Hard Disk Drive (40GB)(for PlayStation 2) exclusively for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. FINAL FANTASY XI, an online only title, will be among the great content only available with the internal Hard Disk Drive release in March for a suggested retail price of $99. Entering the next evolutionary phase in the PlayStation 2 experience, the internal Hard Disk Drive and FINAL FANTASY XI will utilize the Network Adaptor See network adapter. (Ethernet/modem) (for PlayStation 2) to get online, while fostering in a new era of console gaming by allowing gamers to connect to the same exact world regardless of whether they are playing on a PlayStation 2 or a personal computer (PC). FINAL FANTASY XI showcases the same visual content, gameplay and storyline that has made the FINAL FANTASY series one of the most popular videogame series in the world, with more than 45 million units sold to date. Developed by Square Enix Co., Ltd. and published by Sony Computer Entertainment America, FINAL FANTASY XI is a cross-platform, cross-continent massively multiplayer online role-playing-game (MMORPG (Massively Multiuser Online Role Playing Game) A role playing game on the computer played by many people. An MMORPG differs from a regular computer role playing game because its environment is perpetual. ). A brand-new FINAL FANTASY environment awaits gamers as they live in, and navigate through a "persistent world A persistent world is a virtual world (often in a fantasy setting and often in online realms) that is used as a setting for a role-playing game. The world is (mostly) always available and world events happen continually. " that continues to evolve and develop, even when they are not playing. FINAL FANTASY XI utilizes the Network Adaptor and the internal Hard Disk Drive to allow players to connect online, either via broadband or dial-up connections, and join in the ever-changing world of "Vana'diel." The introduction of the internal Hard Disk Drive by Sony Computer Entertainment America provides players with the unique opportunity to experience a completely new FINAL FANTASY gaming universe with large communities, complex gameplay in intense online environments and a constantly, refreshed gameplay experience with the ability to download updates to the world of Vana'diel. "We are excited to bring the FINAL FANTASY series into its next ground-breaking phase of online play with the new Hard Disk Drive, which further demonstrates our focus on extending the functionalities and capabilities of the PlayStation 2 for a total living room experience," said Ami Blaire, director, product marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment America. "The vast living universe of FINAL FANTASY XI will draw players into a deep, one-of-a-kind online adventure, transforming the boundaries of console gaming with the ability for gamers to join others on quests and adventures regardless of whether they are playing on a PlayStation 2 or a PC." About FINAL FANTASY XI for PlayStation 2 FINAL FANTASY XI has been designed based on creating communities among players, and gamers can create an alter ego A doctrine used by the courts to ignore the corporate status of a group of stockholders, officers, and directors of a corporation in reference to their limited liability so that they may be held personally liable for their actions when they have acted fraudulently or unjustly or when that will exist in the world of "Vana'diel" customizing their characters by race, sex, nation of origin, and numerous other physical traits. In FINAL FANTASY XI, gamers will become immersed in an expansive, original storyline as they go on missions and build their character's skills and attributes, either alone or with other members of the community, ultimately creating the history of Vana'diel. The world of Vana'diel is made up of vast, never-ending environments with more than 100 areas to explore including mountains, forests, ice plains, deserts, oceans, rivers, castles and dungeons Dungeons may refer to:
With the ability to create unique characters, choosing from a variety of races, facial features Facial Features See also anatomy; beards; body, human; eyes. gnathism the condition of having an upper jaw that protrudes beyond the plane of the face. — gnathic, adj. , size, hair-styles and attributes, users will be able to play at their own pace and form parties with other players while embarking on multiple adventures. They can also acquire skills in trades such as leatherworking, fishing, jewel crafting, and many more, that help them on their quests. Various communication tools have been incorporated into FINAL FANTASY XI to assist in interaction between players, including easy-to-use chat and messaging systems. FINAL FANTASY XI for PlayStation 2 will include the expansion pack "Rise of the Zilart." FINAL FANTASY XI for Windows has begun shipping to North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. retailers and was released in Japan in May 2002 (PlayStation 2) and November 2002 (Windows). The independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB ESRB Entertainment Software Rating Board ESRB Estrogen Receptor Beta ESRB Explosive Safety Review Board ) has rated FINAL FANTASY XI (T) for Teen. For more information about the ESRB visit http://www.esrb.org. About PlayOnline from SquareEnix FINAL FANTASY XI for PlayStation 2 will give gamers an online cross-platform gameplay experience between console and personal computer, and allows players to connect either via broadband or dial-up connections. Players will be required to register via PlayOnline, a network service created by Square Enix serving as the gateway to the FINAL FANTASY XI universe. Players will be charged a monthly fee to play FINAL FANTASY XI separate from Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ) access charges. Subscribers will receive their first 30 days of access without charge. After 30 days, FINAL FANTASY XI will be available on a month-to-month subscription basis for $12.95 a month, which includes one character for FINAL FANTASY XI. Players can create additional characters for an additional charge of $1.00 per character, per month. Tetra Master, the online version of the immensely popular mini-game from FINAL FANTASY IX Final Fantasy IX (ファイナルファンタジーIX will also be included with the package and available for $1.00 per month. About Square Enix Co., Ltd. and Square Enix U.S.A., Inc. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix) develops, publishes and distributes entertainment contents including interactive entertainment software and publications in Japan, North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. , Europe and Asia. The recent merger between Square and Enix brought two of Japan's best-selling franchises -- FINAL FANTASY, sold over 45 million units worldwide and DRAGON QUEST This article is about the series of video games. For the first game in the series, see Dragon Warrior. For similar titles, see Dragon Quest (disambiguation). Dragon Quest ( (DRAGON WARRIOR in North America) sold over 30 million units worldwide -- under one roof. Both known to be pioneers in the role-playing game role-playing game n. A game in which players assume the roles of characters and act out fantastical adventures, the outcomes of which are partially determined by chance, as by the roll of dice. (RPG (Report Program Generator) One of the first program generators designed for business reports, introduced in 1964 by IBM. In 1970, RPG II added enhancements that made it a mainstay programming language for business applications on IBM's System/3x midrange computers. ) genre, the unification of Square and Enix has created one of the most influential providers of entertainment content in the world. Square Enix U.S.A. Inc., located in Los Angeles, Calif., handles operations in North America including localization Customizing software and documentation for a particular country. It includes the translation of menus and messages into the native spoken language as well as changes in the user interface to accommodate different alphabets and culture. See internationalization and l10n. , marketing and publishing of Square Enix titles. More information on Square Enix U.S.A. can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix-usa.com/ . About Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation and PS one game console, and the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. The PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system is set to revolutionize the home entertainment market, offering the most compelling interactive content and the capability to be used as a network terminal in the coming broadband era. Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one game console and the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif. Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. serves as headquarters for all North American operations North American operation Surgical oncology Radical surgery of a 'frozen pelvis', consisting of radical en bloc resection of the uterus and urinary bladder. See 'Frozen pelvis.'. Cf 'All-American' and 'South American' operations. and is a wholly owned subsidiary Wholly Owned Subsidiary A subsidiary whose parent company owns 100% of its common stock. Notes: In other words, the parent company owns the company outright and there are no minority owners. of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. PlayStation can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.us.playstation.com. For more information, call 650/655-5904. |
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