Information about Final Fantasy XV's multiplayer expansion Comrades was just published online detailing a closed beta that will be happening in August. In order to participate in the beta, you need to have purchased the Season Pass. In addition a membership for either PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live is also required in order to participate in the beta. The beta will begin on August 2nd and end on August 8th. You will be able to create up to 8 avatars in the beta, all who which will be able to be customized to a limited degree while in this beta phase. There will only be a test version base camp to start at which will put you through a tutorial. Players will have access to katanas, clubs, daggers, and shuriken weapons. There are also "Royal Sigils" which can be obtained. There are 3 quests which can be tested which reward Meteorshards which will have a purpose in the final game. Each player can get one ingredient towards a meal to share with the party afterwards. As well as cooking meals, you can chat with your party members via preset chat messages as well as voice chat. For

A new trailer for Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age was just released showing off some of the story to get you ready for the journey ahead. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25M5rVtrWYI Details from the video description: Enter an Era of War. Fight for Freedom. Embark on Adventure. Experience the intrigue of FINAL FANTASY XII’s story like never before with enhanced high-definition graphics and the Zodiac Job System, allowing players to pick two of 12 jobs in a character progression system first introduced in the Japan-only release, FINAL FANTASY XII International Zodiac System. The title will also feature a remastered soundtrack, 7.1-surround sound, speed mode, an auto-save feature, faster loading times, new Trial Mode and more. FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE improves upon the classic FINAL FANTASY® XII, now more beautiful and easier to play than ever. The high-definition remaster introduces several modern advancements, including reconstructed battle design and a revamped job system. Enter the world of Ivalice in Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age when it launches for PlayStation 4 on July 11th in North America and Europe and on July 13th in Japan.

The launch trailer for the highly anticipated Final Fantasy XIV expansion Stormblood has just dropped over on YouTube. This expansion takes place after the events that took place in the last story patch of the current expansion Heavensward where we are setting our sights on two new areas, Ala Mhigo and Doma, to liberate these cities from the Garlean Empire. Check out the new trailer below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Acf6lPBNXOU We have been covering Stormblood extensively leading up to the release. If you've missed any of our coverage, be sure to check out some of our other articles. We have an interview with Naoki Yoshida, Director and Producer of Final Fantasy XIV, as well as our preview of the new Stormblood content straight from the recent media tour. Be sure to check out our full run down of one of the new features known as "Job Gauges" which you can learn about here. For those looking for some more official trailers, be sure to check out the Tour of the East trailer, which shows off the new locations you'll be traveling to along your journey. Or perhaps get a look at some of the new dungeons and artwork for the expansion. For

Recently V-Jump released new gameplay videos for Dragon Quest XI on both PlayStation 4 and Nintendo 3DS showing off different gameplay elements. Feel free to check out the videos below. PS4 https://youtu.be/vm-2EJtNa0Y https://youtu.be/eQDjZ38FNI8 https://youtu.be/u8Nia_PmPqo 3DS https://youtu.be/kjSLO2x8m2o https://youtu.be/LNm73pVN678 https://youtu.be/0_qVSgfeDRs Dragon Quest XI is set to release for both PlayStation 4 and Nintendo 3DS on July 29th in Japan with a Switch version still in development. If you're interested in more Dragon Quest XI news, why not check out the newest information from the official site over here.

The official site for Dragon Quest XI has updated yet again, this time updating details on two of the game's characters, Senya and Veronica. Along with this, this update includes detailing a location in the game known as "Homura Village". As always, we got the full rundown right here for you. Characters This time around we got more information on the characters Senya and Veronica. Senya A healer who supports the party with her recovery spells. While a gentle and kind-hearted person, she can often times be unreliable and tends to drag Veronica in with her to work together. I'll support everyone with my recovery magic.An Easygoing Healer– Senya Senya who excels in recovery magic is responsible for keeping the party alive. The weapons she can equip include sticks and spears. By using a stick she can further enhance her strength as a powerful healer, and by equipping the spear she can assume the role of an attacker. She is able to support the party in different ways thanks to these weapons. Senya Spell: Multiheal Special Spear Skill: Flash Stab Senya Spell: Kaswoosh Special Stick Skill: Holy Light Veronica A genius girl capable of wielding powerful offensive magic. A tomboy who isn't afraid of anything or anyone, whether

Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood introduces a new UI element for each of the playable jobs in the game called Job Gauges. These gauges are graphical representations of various elements integral to how a job is played. We've got a rundown of each of the job gauges and how they work. Before we begin, please note that we got our hands on Stormblood while it's still in development. Everything here is still subject to change. Paladin Oath Gauge The yellow colored gauge indicates the defensive stance Shield Oath is in effect. Shield Oath reduces damage taken while reducing damage dealt and increasing enmity. The blue colored gauge indicates the offensive stance Sword Oath is in effect, dealing additional damage after each auto-attack. The Oath Gauge displays the current strength of a paladin's Sword or Shield Oath. A strong oath is required to execute several select actions such as Shelton (acquired at level 52) and Intervention (acquired at level 62), and will grow weaker upon using them. A Sword Oath grows stronger each time an auto-attack lands, a Shield Oath stronger each time an attack is blocked. Warrior Beast Gauge This symbol indicates the defensive stance Defiance is in effect. Defiance increases maximum HP while reducing damage dealt. Using certain weaponskills

Another update to the official Dragon Quest XI website was made detailing some new game systems including horse racing, the casino, quests and “Small Medals”. Detours Along Your Journey It wouldn’t be a Dragon Quest game without casinos, and Dragon Quest XI delivers! Not only that, but there are other places to stop and visit along the way. Horse Racing In some countries, horse racing is a very popular sport. Race against these notorious knights and race to victory. If you win, you’ll be rewarded with a prize! Struggle against your rivals to race to first place! Mud pits to jump over… and a pumpkin! Overcome a variety of obstacles! Aim for the win and update your high score! Casino In the casino you exchange your gold for coins to play games like slots and roulette. You can exchange all your newly awarded coins for fabulous prizes. You might be able to win some valuable items. Slots Place your bet and spin the reel. Match three patterns and get loads of coins! Poker Strategic game with a five card hand. You can also double betting with your winning coins! Roulette Try to

Yet another update on the official Dragon Quest XI website details a new system called "Mysterious Smithing". Mysterious Smithing Create equipment with your own hands through the use of "Mysterious Smithing". You can create powerful equipment or strengthen existing equipment. First, we'll gather up recipes and materials! Try your hand at Mysterious Smithing back at camp! Finish up and get your equipment! Attempt to use "Restrike Gems" to strengthen your existing equipment You can get "Restrike Gems" by successfully crafting your own equipment. Even if you fail at the enhancement, you will never lose your equipment, so feel free to try again. Your equipment will grow stronger if you succeed. When you get a "Good Response" you'll be closer to success! Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time is set to release for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo 3DS on July 29 in Japan. A Nintendo Switch version is also still in the works. If you want to see some gameplay, click here and check out the latest gameplay footage.

All you tree fans are in for a treat today. Main antagonist of Final Fantasy V, Exdeath, joins the roster in Dissidia Final Fantasy. Exdeath in his menacing baby blue armor pulls a sword out of the void to combat his opponents, along with his proficient use of magic. Exdeath leaves as quickly as he came through a portal presumably into the Void. You can check out Exdeath and all his glory in the video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHiRK3-5g1A

The official website for Dragon Quest XI has updated to reveal more information as well as screenshots for new information on the battle system as well as two new characters. This information was recently announced in the Weekly Shonen Jump which you can check out over here. Battle System In Dragon Quest XI you can choose between two battle styles on both the PlayStation 4 and the Nintendo 3DS. The PlayStation 4 version offers you two battle styles to pick from: Freeform movement of your camera and characters, or the automatic mode with traditional cinematic flare. The Nintendo 3DS version you can switch between a "3D Mode" to enjoy battle with lively moving monsters, or the "2D Mode" and fight with nostalgic pixel art. Free Movement Battle Move freely Get behind your enemies! Auto Camera Battle Full of cinematic moments Offense and defence are integral to your battles! 3D Mode Battle with lively moving monsters 2D Mode Nostalgic 2D pixel battles Fight Monsters You encounter enemies out on the field or in dungeons and battle begins as you run into them. While in "3D Mode", you can encounter enemies visible out on the field and run into them to begin your battle. If you're using the "2D Mode", monsters will appear in random encounters as