Dissidia 012: Duodecim Final Fantasy Message Board

The editors of IGN talk about some of the greatest boss battles that they can remember.

Today, Square Enix is scheduled to release a new set of downloadable content (DLC) for Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy, the portable fighter/RPG hybrid that showcases heroes and villains from across a number of Final Fantasy properties. The new DLC includes a number of PlayStation Network avatars featuring Laguna, Cecil, Kuja, and Vaan...

LOS ANGELES - Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX interactive entertainment products in the Americas, announced that DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY for the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system's all new downloadable content is available now for purchase on the Playstation Network...

As far as lumbering, big-budget franchises go, Final Fantasy's a bit of an anomaly. Yes, yes, the giant swords, giant-er hair styles, and comparatively small horse birds contribute to that, but indulge me for a moment while I discuss business trends.

In an ocean of same-y sequels where all the major players seem content to tread water, Final Fantasy's willingness to regularly reinvent itself is pretty damn impressive. Well, when it comes to the main series, anyway. Spin-offs, it seems, don't count - at least, if Dissidia 012 [duodecim] Final Fantasy is any indication. So, remember all that intense love/hatred/apathy you felt toward the original Dissidia? That's pretty much what you'll be getting here as well - warts and all.

Much like its name, Dissidia's got enough eccentric craziness to go around, but is there more here than just mindless chaos and fan service?

An eternal battle between the popular heroes of Final Fantasy ensues as Cloud and Lightning duke it out in the second round of Dissidia 012's Official Character Tournament.

1st round victors Yuna and Laguna put their skills to the test in this 2nd round bout in the Dissidia 012 Official Character Tournament.

The ladies have a go as the Sorceress Ultimecia takes on the newcomer Lightning in the first round of the Official Dissidia 012 Character Tournament for Dissidia 012.

The war-torn Judge Gabranth moves to lay down the law with franchise hero Cloud in their 1st round bout in the Dissidia 012 Official Character Tournament!

Jecht's massive sword is pitted against the magical talents of the would-be summoner Yuna in the 1st round match-up of the Official Dissidia 012 Character Tournament.

The would-be god Sephiroth tests his mettle against the gun-toting Laguna in the first round of the Official Character Tournament of Dissidia 012.

LOS ANGELES - Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX interactive entertainment products in North America, announced that DISSIDIA 012[duodecim]TM FINAL FANTASY for the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system has shipped to North American retailers today. A prequel to the acclaimed DISSIDIA FINAL ...

Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy (also known as Dissidia Duodecim Final Fantasy) is a rich hybrid of role-playing and fighting games. It adds a colossal amount of content to the original Dissidia Final Fantasy, which was already a total blast to play. Like many Final Fantasy spinoffs before it, Duodecim is not without faults. There's a definite learning curve to overcome here. But for those patient enough to invest some time in learning Duodecim's ins and outs, the reward is incredible...

Featuring cinematics and gameplay as two divine powers struggle for control.

LOS ANGELES - Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that DISSIDIA duodecim prologus FINAL FANTASY will be available for download exclusively on the PlayStation Network beginning March 15, 2011. The prologue to the u...

5 MORE DAYS!!! That’s how long you’ll have to wait to get your hands on DISSIDIA duodecim prologus FINAL FANTASY. In case I’ve forgotten how to count, that means prologus will be available March 15th exclusively via the PlayStation Network for $2.99. The details will be posted on the official site later today. In the meanwhile, here’s a quick summary of why prologus is going to be so awesome straight from the press release:

• Witness Lightning before the storm: Lightning, the protagonist of the popular FINAL FANTASY XIII, will be introduced to the DISSIDIA series for the first time. Players can enjoy a taste of the latest installment through a unique scenario featuring Lightning that will recount the events leading to DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY.

• Carry-over items from DISSIDIA duodecim prologus FINAL FANTASY to DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY: Players can continue their journey and have the advantage of carrying over in-game items acquired in DISSIDIA duodecim prologus FINAL FANTASY for use in DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY.
• Unlock a new character: By purchasing DISSIDIA duodecim prologus FINAL FANTASY, players will also receive the immensely popular Aerith Gainsborough from FINAL FANTASY VII as an Assist Character in DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY.

Not that I need to remind you, but DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY will be available a week later on March 22. BTW: If you can say “DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY DISSIDIA duodecim prologus FINAL FANTASY” 20 times really fast you get the honor of pet-sitting Hachi the next time I’m on a biz trip! :-)

PSP and 3DS were once again at the top of the Japanese sales charts this week...

Final Fantasy XIII's Lightning leads the charge in a revamped rendition of Dissidia on Sony's PSP!

Meet the good guys in this Japanese TV spot

Yuna and Prishe meet on the field of battle in this gameplay.

Gilgamesh battles Butz in this Japanese gameplay.

The oddness continues with the second TV Spot from Japan featuring the workout buddies.

These two macho men have words about Dissidia in this trailer series from Japan.

A detailed look at the six fighters joining the Goddess of Harmony.

First look at the Final Fantasy V villain's fighting form.

The Japanese trailer featuring cinematic and gameplay now with English Subtitles!

The Final Fantasy XI character joins the Dissidia cast.

The full cast comes together for one last hurrah before the next installment of Dissidia launches in Japan.

The battle between Harmony and Discord is coming.

Doomed Final Fantasy VII heroine gets an assist role for those who pay for the game's demo.