Well, the most awaited sequel had finally show up, "FINAL FANTASY VIII". On May 15th 1998, SQUARE held a press conference in Japan to officially annouce FFVIII. During this conference, the video clip of FFVIII had been shown for the first time to the public. It's graphic are improve over the FFVII. There were several CG sequences and Battle sequences of the game. Also, one of the producer, Tetsuya Nomura [Character Designer], said that the theme of FFVIII is "LOVE". Moreover, Hironobu Sakaguchi [VP of SQUARE] said that he will tried to create more detailed in storyline than the previous installment. More graphic expression and as you can see from the character of the game, the characters are more life-like and not in Japanese Anime style like before. Also, there will be fully textures mapped use in this installment. And, this time, the players will see all of the allies on the screen for the first time in FF series. However, the system of the game still remains mystery, but the rumors are said FFVIII will use Parasite EVE engine and Sou Kai Gi like Battle. So far none of this rumors has been prove. Furthermore, SQUARE promise that FFVIII will be deliver within this winter in Japan and not later than winter 1999 for the US version. Also, the first playable demo of FFVIII will be include in a package of Brave Fencer Musashiden, which will be release on July 16th 1998.

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