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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 3h

Audio sample of 'Summoned Beast Battle FFRK Ver. arrange from FFX Ver.4' in the Japanese client of Final Fantasy Record Keeper:

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 5h

In this gameplay snippet from Octopath Traveler 0, Ludo uses his Ultimate Technique, 'Enervating Thrust', which "deals polearm damage to a foe. If broken, lower Shield Points of target by 1 upon recovery."

More on Octopath Traveler 0:
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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 5h

Name: Ludo
Job: Merchant
Voice: Yung-I Chang

"A renowned merchant in Sunshade. Though many make light of him due to his youthful appearance, his business acumen is not to be underestimated. With his calm judgment and keen eye, he never misses even the smallest business opportunity."

A young man with brown hair wears a red headband a white shirt and brown shorts. He points towards the sun while holding a sack of coins spewing every which way.

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 5h

Meliadoul Tengille is played by Yui Kondo (JP). Matsuno says that he shouldn't say much, but that Kondo's performance provides answers to the question: "What supports someone's sense of justice and what happens when that sense fails them? What will they choose? What will they lose?"

A woman in a long green hood and cape over golden templar's armor.

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 5h

Lucia's 'Desperado Chic' outfit available for a limited time in Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis.

More on the latest story update that arrived earlier this month:
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Trailer:

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RPG Site @rpgsite.net · 15h

While Square Enix is supporting the Switch & Switch 2 with many games, the inconsistency with which games offer upgrades & save transfer is disappointing. We take a look at the publisher's current & upcoming cross generation releases & what features are supported: www.rpgsite.net/feature/1865...

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 7h

All Saints' Wake seasonal event returns in Final Fantasy XIV on October 17 until November 4, 2025:

All Saints' Wake seasonal event returns in Final Fantasy XIV on October 17, 2025 - Nova Crystallis

The All Saints’ Wake limited-time seasonal event returns to Final Fantasy XIV from October 17th through November 4th, 2025. Subtitled “Friends and Fiends Behind the Scenes”, a short scenario quest wil...

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 8h

Final Fantasy XI October 2025 update revises Seekers of Adoulin content and Limbus rewards:

Final Fantasy XI October 2025 update revises Seekers of Adoulin content and Limbus rewards - Nova Crystallis

Final Fantasy XI‘s October 2025 Update is live now, and with it come updates and revisions to Seekers of Adoulin content and Limbus. In the past two updates, the team has revised said Seekers of Adoul...

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 12h

Bravely Default 13th Anniversary illustration by Rika Okazaki:

Text reads: 13th Anniversary!! Bravely Default Flying Fairy

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade compares the PS5, Xbox, Switch 2 and PC versions:

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade compares the PS5, Xbox, Switch 2 and PC versions - Nova Crystallis

Today, Square Enix shows a short comparison video featuring footage from Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade running on four different platforms: Nintendo Switch 2 (in TV Mode), Xbox Series X, PlaySta...

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

In this gameplay snippet from Octopath Traveler 0, Viator uses his Ultimate Technique: 'Fluid Stance' to "deal damage with equipped weapon 2 time(s) when evading or parrying attacks."

More about Octopath Traveler 0:
novacrystallis.com/2025/09/octo...

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

Name: Viator
Job: Warrior
Voice: Griffin Puatu (EN)

"A warrior with a genteel demeanor. He is the son of a swordplay instructor and is searching for a certain sword, following a tradition passed down through his family for generations."

A young man with blonde hair and wearing armor is seated and sewing a torn glove. He looks at a bird perched nearby.

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

Xande (Final Fantasy III) illustrated by Yukihiro Kajimoto for the 'Journey of Discovery' FFTCG booster set releasing November 14, 2025.

A humanoid with white hair and red eyes bares blood colored hands wearing a blue cape and brandishing a red staff.

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade compares the PS5, Xbox, Switch 2 and PC versions:

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade compares the PS5, Xbox, Switch 2 and PC versions - Nova Crystallis

Today, Square Enix shows a short comparison video featuring footage from Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade running on four different platforms: Nintendo Switch 2 (in TV Mode), Xbox Series X, PlaySta...

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

Reis Duelar is played by Ayaka Shimoyamada (JP). Matsuno says that while she doesn't have many lines, he believes the addition of a voice performance in The Ivalice Chronicles elevates the character—that it more deeply portrays Reis's "kindness, fragility and hidden strength."

A young woman with long blonde hair wears a white, blue and pink gown with flowing sleeves and a brown belt.

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

Drawn back to the First, the Warrior of Light is reunited with the faerie king Feo Ul. They beckon the adventurer to enter the Pilgrim's Traverse, where the mysteries surrounding the Church of the First Light abound...

More on Final Fantasy XIV 7.35:
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Final Fantasy XIV • Pilgrim's Traverse

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake reveals DQI's new story additions:

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake reveals DQI's new story additions - Nova Crystallis

Today, Square Enix shares a new look at Dragon Quest I & HD-2D Remake, specifically the new scenarios that have been added to Dragon Quest I. Rubiss, a great spirit connected to Alefgard’s creation my...

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 1d

Final Fantasy VII & VIII, IX and Remake series titles get new physical release in December:

Final Fantasy VII & VIII, IX and Remake series titles get new physical release in December - Nova Crystallis

Today, Square Enix announced that several Final Fantasy series titles will get a physical release for Nintendo Switch or PlayStation 5 this December. First up: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade and ...

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 2d

When the Warrior of Light is petitioned by a felyne who found themselves transported to Tural, they are soon brought face to face with Guardian Arkveld, the feared "White Wraith".

More on Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.35, which released Tuesday:
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Final Fantasy XIV • The Windward Wilds (Monster Hunter Wilds Collaboration)

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 2d

Beowulf Cadmus is played by Masashi Tamaki (JP), cast after his role as Leonar Reci Rimon in Tactics Ogre: Reborn. Matsuno was moved how Tamaki played "a man who gave up love to fight for revolution" as Leonar, then "a man who risked all for love" as Beowulf.
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A middle aged man with blonde hair in green, white, and blue armor. He wears a long, trailing cape.

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 2d

FFXVI loc. dir. M-C. Koji Fox, voice dir. Morgan Rushton/Oli Chance, and voice actors Ben Starr (Clive), Stewart Clarke (Dion) & Christopher York (Gav) spend an hour talking about the creation of lore book 'Logos: The World of Final Fantasy XVI':

The Making of LOGOS: The World of FINAL FANTASY XVI

YouTube video by Square Enix

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 3d

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 3d

Gerrith Barrington is voiced by Tsuguo Mogami (JP), who was cast after attending the promotional streams for the 'Return to Ivalice' collaboration in Final Fantasy XIV (and where The Ivalice Chronicles plans were laid) back in 2018.
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A middle-aged man with white skin and blonde hair wears a green and yellow coat and a red robe.

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Nova Crystallis @novacrystallis.com · 4d

Where to unlock content and features in Final Fantasy XIV 7.35:

Where to unlock content and features in Final Fantasy XIV 7.35 - Nova Crystallis

In the latest Final Fantasy XIV patch, out today, players can test their mettle against a new Deep Dungeon: Pilgrim’s Traverse, take on new crafting dailies with the Yok Huy, witness a new episode of ...

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