Yuna_Firerose 0 Report post Posted February 26, 2003 Whoah... http://ffx2.com/ I'm not sure how long it will take to download for dial-up users, but it's worth it! Even if you don't like the Final Fantasy series, it's still a good music video....it switches from the real swinger, Koda Kumi, to CG Yuna, back and fourth, etc. This is the second-from-the-top vid. The vid at the very top is a music video, but doesn't feature the real singer, just Yuna and gameplay vids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted February 26, 2003 Stupid dial up connection *grumble*. Well let's see how long it takes. On a totally unrelated note I picked up Xenosaga today (RPG's make me happy). Should anyone else get it, let me know what ya think about it. We can exchange thoughts, findings, etc. No big whoop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yuna_Firerose 0 Report post Posted February 26, 2003 The CG in both vids are completely amazing..to me anyway. One of the vids is only 10mb, I think. Anyway, Conspiracy when you're done watching, let us know what you think! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted February 26, 2003 Well it's going to be tonight actually 'cause I'm taking off for a bit. But, once I get back I'll download it and post my not so expert opinion. Since I'm a big fan of FFX I'll probably be biased, but who cares . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yuna_Firerose 0 Report post Posted February 26, 2003 Now who's a question for the FFX-2 fans.....when they make the english version, would you prefer to keep the Japanese song, or have them change it (which would mean a re-animation of the singing Yuna)? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted February 27, 2003 Personally, I would like it in English so I can understand what is being sung. The Japanese version of songs is ok since I imagine they probably get the song's lyrics and flow better in their native language, but it seems more powerful when you understand what the song is trying to say and add to the scene (such as FFX's scene with Yuna and Tidus at the lake). They'll probably just keep it as is though, since reanimating would probably be a pain in the ass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yuna_Firerose 0 Report post Posted February 27, 2003 'Suteki da Ne' (played during the Tidus/Yuna scene) was Japanese, but it was one of those songs that you understood the meaning behind it. Personally, I love this song. My guess is it'll be used as an intro vid, much like Tidus's Zanarkand Blitzball game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted February 27, 2003 Otherworld..man I loved that thing blaring out guring the Blitzball FMV. So un-FF like to hear metal during the game. Meanwhile, I'm STILL downloading %93.. Have I mentioned that I hate dialup? 'Cause I do. Edit: ok I've seen it and if I had to make a guess that's Yuna's "pop star" job . Looks interesting, although I don't like Paine and Rikku beating the crap out of Biggs and Wedge like that (has FF VIII flashback to constantly beating them up). Paines sword looks nice, and Rikku actually looks like she can do some damage for once with those twin daggers. BTW I'm not big on Japanese pop culture, but is Koda Kumi like Japan's answer to Britney and Christina? Not that I'm arguing or anything . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest JHawk Report post Posted February 27, 2003 That took way too long on dial-up... But that was cool as hell! I can't wait for this game to come out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yuna_Firerose 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2003 Did anyone download the 50-something MB vid? Dayum, that one rules. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2003 Did anyone download the 50-something MB vid? Dayum, that one rules. Yeah Yuna I'll get right on that one . It oughta be ready about the time the game comes out in America hehe. Damn you high tech people with your high tech ways! /sarcasm off Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yuna_Firerose 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2003 Well, really, it's the same vid, only it shows Yuna singing and dancing (I'm guessing this'll be the intro vid...it...owns), Paine kicking BUTT. and the whole thing is better quality. Oh, and on an interesting note, OPM mentioned "Paine" is pronounced "Pine". Am I the only one that hopes it remains "Paine"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2003 Just found an article on X-2 here at IGN. It says that the game is slated for NOVEMBER *grumble* and it doesn't refer to Paine as "Pine" in parentheses. Also makes note that several minor characters are back and in larger roles (Lucil, Clasko, and Elma [???]). Also refers to the job system, including the jobs "magic gunner" and "dark warrior". Nice little article, and has the music video in the media section along with a bunch of pictures. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yuna_Firerose 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2003 Lucil and Elma were in the Chocobo Army, iirc. Don't know about Clasko. Hmm...perhaps he's that dork that wanted to be a Breeder? Oh, and I think that other female Summoner from FFX (the bitchy one) returns as well. Heyah, thanks for the article Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Jobber of the Week Report post Posted March 1, 2003 First all the tighter skirts, now more JPop? JPop by itself elicits a reaction from me but jeez. Notify me when they do anything BESIDES pander to the fanboys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Will Scarlet Report post Posted March 1, 2003 BTW I'm not big on Japanese pop culture, but is Koda Kumi like Japan's answer to Britney and Christina? Not that I'm arguing or anything . She most likely is. According to her website, she's a pretty big Christina fan and a fan of Ja Rule oddly enough. She has also done a duet with Boa, who is called "The Korean Britney Spears" by a lot of people. Being a fan of both Boa and Britney, I don't see it, but whatever. Anyway, the videos were pretty cool. I always like J-Pop stuff, and that was one of the better J-Pop videos I have seen. Plus, it was pretty upbeat, which is a refreshing change from the usual J-pop songs used in games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yuna_Firerose 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2003 Notify me when they do anything BESIDES pander to the fanboys. Yes, I'm sure a bunch of guys are going to spend $50 (and however much it is in yen) just to see Yuna/Rikku/"Paine" in tight clothes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted March 1, 2003 Pine...yeah she looks like a "Pine". S'mon Square keep her as "Paine" and make everyone happy. BTW I'm not a big J-Pop fanboy simply because I don't make it a practice to listen to it. The video itself was pretty good though in that it gave the artist and the game some exposure. As for the tight clothes and such, they've got to appeal to the key demographic (12-18 males) on a visceral level. While a lot of FF players will buy it because it's FF, I'm sure they wouldn't mind bringing in some new players. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
