The Last Remnant coming to Games for Windows

by: Randy - posted: 12/15/2008 11:39:00 PM

Square Enix's sprawling (while many say stumbling) RPG epic, The Last Remnant, is going to try its hand at the Games for Windows platform.  With a tentative Spring 2009 release for the PC in North America and PAL Territories, there are undoubtedly a lot (a lot) of technical issues to work out before that optimistic due date rolls around.  The Xbox 360 version is plagued with bugs from stem to stern, and bugs don't have a habit of simply disappearing when they move onto PC -- instead, bugs have a tendency to thrive there.  Best of luck to Square Enix.  A lot of folks are still rooting for this one.

STORY

 

Long ago, the world was filled with Remnants — mysterious artifacts from an ancient civilization. But as time passed, the powers of the Remnants began to shift the world's balance. As the rift widened between those who ruled and those who were ruled over, a new era dawned: one of countless frays brought upon the world by those enslaved by their own lust for power.

 

Rush and Irina are the children of scientists researching the esoteric Remnants. One day, Irina is kidnapped by a mysterious group for reasons unknown. As Rush searches for his sister, the world is thrust into confusion while those who rule bicker over dividing the Remnants' powers.

 

With the appearance of a mysterious man who calls himself the Conqueror, Rush is drawn into this international intrigue. While battling with his emotions in the search for his missing sister, he discovers he is somehow connected to the enigmatic Conqueror…

 

Into whose hands will the powers of the Remnants fall?

 

FEATURES

 

• Massive battles: Large-scale battles come to life as players command unions of soldiers in an exhilarating new turn-based system – allowing for critical strategic play while enemy forces collide on a highly immersive battlefield rendered with amazing lighting and particle effects
• Immersive world: Experience a visually stunning world rich with parched deserts, lush forests and sparkling seas inhabited by four distinct races: mitra, yama, qsiti and sovani. Details can be found throughout the cities — with inhabitants even proudly displaying distinct regional armor. Explore a plethora of cities, each anchored by a massive Remnant that protects the townspeople with a mysterious and great power
• Captivating story: The war to possess the powers of the Remnants unravels in this epic saga. Packed with outstanding cinematics and a sweeping soundtrack composed by Tsuyoshi Sekito (FINAL FANTASY VII – Advent Children – and DAWN OF MANA), a remarkable experience awaits players. In addition, the story experience can be expanded through multiple side quests

 

THE LAST REMNANT is rated M (Mature). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings. THE LAST REMNANT on Xbox 360 is available at North American retailers for the suggested retail price of $59.99. Price and additional information regarding other versions of THE LAST REMNANT will be announced at a later time. The official website can be found at http://na.square-enix.com/remnant.