Wasn't I just recently bemoaning my sad fate if the most recent entry in the Chocobo's Dungeon series didn't make it to the US? I choose to believe that Square heard my desperate plea, rather than the more likely explanation that the announcement of the US release of this title just happened to coincide with my recent post about it. After all, Square knows how to work their fans. Consider me worked, dammit. The official press release confirms the game for a July 8th release at a price of $39.99. Just to remind you in case you forgot in the lapse between the Japanese release of this game and now: FFF Chocobo's Dungeon is a Wii title which sends Choco and the ubiquitous Cid to a town where people are losing their memories. It's also the game responsible for those character class Chocobo plushes, which sent many a fanboy and girl howling in search of their highest-limit credit cards. I can vouch for their awesomeness, however, as the full set is staring me down from the bookcase as I type this. Leap at the link to read the full press release. [Header pic by Rio McCarthy, Thanks Jonathan]
Uncover Lost Memories with FINAL FANTASY FABLES: Chocobo's Dungeon  | | Square Enix logo. (PRNewsFoto) LOS ANGELES, CA USA | | | | The Iconic FINAL FANTASY Mascot makes its Wii(TM) Debut on July 8, 2008
LOS ANGELES, March 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix(TM) interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that it will launch FINAL FANTASY(R) FABLES: Chocobo's Dungeon(R) for the North American market on July 8, 2008. Coming exclusively to Wii, the game brings a loveable cast featuring Chocobo and his friends to the next-generation platform for the first time.
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030403/SQUARELOGO )
Veteran character designer Toshiyuki Itahana delivers a uniquely compelling visual world in which a cast of beloved FINAL FANTASY characters leads players through an immersive storyline. With a carefully crafted narrative and a grand mystery to unravel, FINAL FANTASY FABLES: Chocobo's Dungeon will captivate gamers looking for a multifaceted RPG experience.
Players of all skill levels will appreciate everything this game has to offer, from the intuitive Wii controls and adorable characters, to the intricate story and versatile job system. Chocobo, a FINAL FANTASY fan favorite, takes on trademark job classes from the franchise such as black mage, knight, and scholar. Players can unlock more jobs as they progress through the game. The ever-changing dungeons and unexpected twists and turns offer hours of engrossing gameplay as players explore the newest adventure in one of the world's most popular RPG franchises.
STORY
Chocobo and Cid, FINAL FANTASY mainstays-turned-treasure hunters, are magically transported to a mysterious town whose people's memories are lost with each bell toll of the clocktower. One day, a strange boy named Raffaello arrives and creates dungeons of memories to help the townspeople remember who they are. Now it's up to Chocobo to journey through the dungeons and retrieve everyone's memories!
FEATURES * A charming, vibrant game world coupled with an engaging storyline and challenging turn-based battles to create a fun and entertaining RPG environment * A compelling gaming experience utilizing a variety of classic FINAL FANTASY job classes such as the knight, black mage and white mage to aid Chocobo in his fight against evil * Character designer Toshiyuki Itahana, from the FINAL FANTASY CRYSTAL CHRONICLES(R) series and FINAL FANTASY FABLES: Chocobo Tales(R), lends his trademark art style * Duel against friends via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection in addictive card battles featuring popular FINAL FANTASY creatures in a unique 3D pop-up book style * Collect hidden letters throughout the adventure and form special phrases to unlock secret dungeons and job classes * The signature Mog House offers arcade-style mini-games that can be played with intuitive Wii Remote controls
FINAL FANTASY FABLES: Chocobo's Dungeon has not yet been rated. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board website at http://www.esrb.org for more information about ratings. FINAL FANTASY FABLES: Chocobo's Dungeon will be available in North American retailers for the suggested retail price of $39.99 (USD). The official website can be found at http://na.square-enix.com/fffcd
About Square Enix Co., Ltd. and Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix), with headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, develops, publishes and distributes entertainment content including interactive entertainment software and publications in Asia, North America and Europe. Square Enix brings two of Japan's best-selling franchises -- FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 80 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST(R), which has sold over 43 million units worldwide -- under one roof. Square Enix is one of the most influential providers of digital entertainment content in the world and continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.
Square Enix, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Co., Ltd. with offices in Los Angeles, California. It handles operations in North America, including development, localization, marketing and publishing of Square Enix titles. More information on Square Enix can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix.com.
DRAGON QUEST, CHOCOBO TALES, CHOCOBO'S DUNGEON, FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Wii and the Wii logo are trademarks of Nintendo.
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That picture is awesome.
Yay!
Ok, I could've been more thoughtful with that response but I saw the announcement and the picture and all I could produce was "Yay!"
Chocobos never tell a lie and hurt you.
Is that Colette on a chocobo? Awesome.
Admit it, you were just dieing to find something to use that picture for.
You know I'm stoked for this!
I played Chocobo's Dungeon 2 till it broke my poor PS1. At least, my neglected Wii will see some action in the future.
Hmm, is that you Colette?!
Sweet joy. I watched a few videos from GT & Gamevideos. And it had me hooked, something fun & diverse. Nice to see it also receive a US release. =D
Great!
Oooooo....nice pic
YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAY!!!
NOW CONFIRM FFIV DS ALREADY!!!
Sorry, I'm impatient and this is the last holdout.
It's totally me. Rio drew it as part of a larger picture. I wasn't dying to use it, but I knew I would have the chance to eventually, and there you go :)
God dammit that pic is amazing
Chocobos rawk XD
Chocobos will never give you up
let you down
run around and desert you.
Best news all day! I am totally stoked! Can't wait to play this!
Hahahahahaha Colette you win caption of the day, congratulations!
BUT WHAT ABOUT THE ENGLISH VERSION OF FINAL FANTASY IV DS??
GOD FUCKING DAMNIT!!
I did play through Chocobo's tales until I got stuck. This may have the same treatment.
Stupid Chocobo, why must you draw me in??
That picture is so amazing. Great work Rio!