Square Enix, the publisher of Square Enix interactive entertainment products in the Americas, today announced that one million users have signed up to take part in the Beta Test of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, the highly anticipated MMORPG arriving August 27, 2013 for Windows PC and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system.
A massive-scale RPG true to the legendary franchise, the title features new and unique gameplay mechanics, such as the “Limit Break” system (originally introduced in Final Fantasy VII), and the Armoury system which allows users to experience all of the classes in the game on a single character, and cross-platform gameplay between PC and PlayStation 3 system.
The PlayStation 3 system and Windows PC versions are currently in the third phase of beta testing. Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn will be available this August 27 for the $39.99 on the PlayStation 3 system and $29.99 for Windows PC.
A free 30-day trial is also included for new accounts, with monthly subscriptions starting at $12.99. The Collector’s Edition will be available for $79.99 on the PlayStation 3 system at select retailers and the PC version will be sold exclusively through the Square Enix Online Store for $69.99.
The game is also in development for the PlayStation 4 system and due to release in 2014.
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is rated T (Teen).
Official Website: http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com
Official Store: http://store.na.square-enix.com/store/sqenixus/
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