Since it can't even handle the damn game, and it's exclusive to PS3.

Also, Sony would not lose in the case that it did go, because those are the only two big 3rd party exclusives in existence, Sony has them both to lose, which means it would be a level playing field as far as third parties go. (Except for Wii, that's been abandoned save from mini-games, PS2/PSP ports and kiddy crap like Zack & Wiki.)

As for a level playing field at all, Sony still has it. GT - the top 1st party franchise, GoW - another multimillion seller, Socom, Killzone (doesn't matter how good it is since you're all obsessed with sales and that franchise sells in the millions), Ratchet (multimillion), Naughty Dog who make multimillion games and so on and so forth. Now they're even focusing on more 1st party software, unlike Nintendo who pumps out kiddy crap and survives because it always makes a profit, Sony can survive regardless.

FINALLY AND MOST IMPORTANTLY:
Multiformat means they have to focus on different platforms to move forwards, that has no implications of multiplatform games, but rather exclusive games catering to each console's strengths, or in Wii's case, cashing in on the fad. This is because the consoles are different rather than PS1 being the clear best option in a market full of clones (and last gen media on the N64). (360 isn't that much different, but it won't get any of SE's attention ever, so the real contrast is PS3 & Wii)

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Also, 2 bubbles won't stop me. Nor will 1. I'm assuming it's the 360 fanboys marking me down because they don't wanna hear that 360 can't handle a game even though SE has said it's only possible on PS3, and also because Wii fanboys don't exist.

You people are confusing "multiformat" with "multiplatform".
It's funny though, everytime they say something like this you guys jump to conclusions.

ps3 fans: have alittle faith, X360 fans: don't be jealous, you can't have every game.

MultiFORMAT really isn't the same as MultiPLATFORM.

I don't see why it couldn't go to X360 as well. Both are powerfull consoles and HD-DVD can hold as much HD video as BD. Anyway, it's PS3 version for me.

360 games will never use HD-DVD so mainstream FF games are out of the question.

Sticking with Final Fantasy coming out on the PS3, the guys on here are shatting themselves thinking that this confirms FF for the 360. Square Enix will always take the traditional approach with FF. If I read my news right, their not planning on ever bringing Final Fantasy to the 360. I honestly don't know how the 360 is gonna make it with that DVD drive anyway. lmao....every time I think about that I get the giggles.....

if KH3 and SO4 will stay exclusive to ps3.. then there is no chance for ffxiii to go to x360.

by the way, in recent interview, was stated, that main FF series was always exclusive to one console. =) and that square probably won`t change their tradition, unless x360 start doing better in japan.

They are creating White Engine for PS3 about 2-3 years, and now port that engine to x360 (if it`s possible) just for selling 100k FFXIII in japan on x360.. i am not sure, is it worth that.
as far as i know, every FF budget is around 20-40 mln. $ or more.
with 40 mln. ps2 sold in usa, there is only ~1,7 mln. FFXII sold. So hey guys, with 6 mln. of x360 sold in usa, how much there will be FF fans? =))
or maybe you think, that every fan of FF would buy x360 with hoping, that FFXIII will come to x360, rather then to already announced on PS3? =]]

And well, about porting, can anyone name me a PORT of PS3 game, which was released on x360.
---There are no such games.---

Face it, it's over. Why would any smart businessman purposely turn down money? Back then, it was a gamble to make games multiplatform because the xbox was a first console from microsoft and so you couldnt tell if it would flop. But now that not only the xbox brand has proven itself as a viable platform, but correct me if I'm wrong, but it is also the leader in this next generation console race, so those with a brain, figure it out!

i won't be surprised at Enix's next announcement.

fact is companies will always want to go with the biggest install base. This used to be the PS2. With the next gen formats its not the same. Things are already a lot different with SquareEnix this time around

Last Remnant is going multiplatform and Dragonquest IX was justed anounced for the Nintendo DS. FF13 might still be exclusive to PS3, but as for Square titles after that nobody really knows.

The fact is that you really need to be able to make the game that really is great and prolly the best ever greated to be able to profit from PS3 exclusive. With such a low userbase it is not really good idea unless you really got several hundred of aces in your sleeve to make people buy PS3 just because of your damn sweet game and actually get profit from it.

We can't deny the situation that PS3 currently have... (except fanboys of course, they can deny anything). I personally won't buy PS3 untill late 2008 IF ever.

As I am yet another playstation turned Xbox 360 gamer, this is simply music to my ears :)

And Bloodmask, keep on writing, forget about the fanboy ranters, they scream loud because it is an empty lifestyle.

Whoo Cares...

1. Why do Sony gamers care so much, lets say, as to what a game an Xbox gamer might want for their consoles. Obviously The PS brand has some good Third-Party franchises that have been loyal to the last renditions of PS's because they have fared well world-wide.

2. We all know the big ones(FF/MG series). If you feel like those games will never make it to the Xbox360 because of whatever reason you choose to degrade MS, then what do you have to worry about? As well as what gamers are hanging on to as, to what the developers have said, whether this is, or not possible on the 360. Some of you gamers always seem rattled, with any developer hinting at that word "MULTI". you can tell by the Comments.

3. Square Enix, is really just keeping their options open. They will probably make games for all 3 consoles in the future.(what's wrong with that?) Which is probably what the BOSS is trying to convey. Who knows what tiles might switch platforms..also?

-Now it is still early. I'll eventually I will own all consoles but if there is a game for a console I want, I will have no problems whatsoever owning that game. There are gamers out there, for whatever reasons have chosen one console or 2 over the other and if there is a franchise they like and would like to see it on their console of choice, then of course they have the right to keep wishing for it, or maybe it might happen someday, given the current conditions of all 3 consoles.

4. What makes any gamer more deserving of a good franchise on his/her console of choice, then the next?

-Hey, if it's all "first Party" then your gonna need to buy that damn Console regardless. Of course I do acknowledge the cons and Pros of Multi games, but there is good games in it for everyone.

5. Gamers these days, seem to know what Publishers and Developers really want to do, when there is a lot of business/willin and dillin going on in the background, we would never hear about. Here and there they come out and say certain things, but as gamers, we all know as much as what we read on N4G, and other News sites. Things can always change.(some dare not believe that statement) Developers/Publishers don't give a hoot so much about what we think they should do. In the end, if there is MONEY to be made, then loyal fans hearts will be broken. Regardless of Petitions...It very HARD for developers/publishers to satisfy every console with their own Franchise/Titles. We will alway shave gamers wanting this or that.

"MULTI" is great for Business and Gamers that just like to game, without the Loyalty nonsense, and is bad if your BRAINWASHED into thinking your console of choice is some how more deserving.

Hey ala Rocky Balboa, CAPCOM to SQUARE -""if I can change and you can change, then everybody can change!" Ha games/franchises for every console.

the pS3 is one step closer to death

This was originally taken from an article about handhelds, then 360 gamer has took it and made it to imply towards other things, all square are talking about is making games to suite each platform, if you actually read what he says and not what 360 gamer had written around it you might understand...

good luck seeing those graphics on 180, that game will look like mario for NES for sure, but hey you all want ps3 exclusives, because you know your weakling halo aint gonna cut it not by a long shot, but hey desperation calls for this type of argument

Now that Jim Ryan is gone just need to remove Herman Hulst from his position! And maybe give Shuhei the position he deserved.

This gen hasn't been the best for games, last gen consoles are still out there and now there's been talk of the PS6 and Xbox Two for a year or so. Many games this gen will be ported to next gen and the cycle will continue. The re-release of the Neo Geo AES+, games on cartridge for £70 ($95), gaming is going back in time. Gaming has gone pricing mad with the high cost of games, consoles and controllers. The men and women at the top are clueless.

It’s always interesting to hear behind-the-scenes stories like this, especially involving veterans like Shuhei Yoshida and leadership figures like Jim Ryan. That said, there are usually multiple sides to decisions at that level. It could be less about not “listening” and more about differences in long-term vision for PlayStation. Yoshida played a huge role in shaping the brand, so whatever the reason, his impact is undeniable.

If true, and I'm inclined to believe it is, it goes to show that Sony lost their way when they became more western/didn't respect the PlayStation origin story. Andrew House and Jack Tretton did great work, but they also didn't try to fundamentally change the PlayStation DNA. Ryan oversaw the death of Japan Studio and a live service direction.

I already figured this, good lord imagine if Shuhei took over instead, would've been a platinum era 😩

I miss the first three generations of PlayStation. The way they turned PS3 around, we knew they meant business. We were all worried for a bit there around launch. Eventually from 2008 they started shifting slowly. But since Yoshida was fired, it's never been the same. Still enjoy my PS5 daily. I got a backlog dating back to PS2 lol So I'm fine but new games aren't as appealing anymore.

It seems like we were thrown on to the worst timeline possible where everything is too expensive and the wrong people were put in positions that makes the world a shitty place. We could have had Shu as the head of PS but we got the shitty alternative. Same goes for everyone in power around the world. Doesn’t matter the company or country the majority of us got the shitty picks and the world is declining like never before. I do think PS can come out of this because of their studios, talent and IP but they need someone more in touch with gamers leading things like Shu was. They’re still the best place for console gaming imo but it could be much better than it is especially without the massive live service failures. The rest of the world I have a lot less hope for right now. Hopefully the pendulum swings back towards the good ole days but I’m preparing for the worst.

There goes illuminati distraction story

So now there's certifiable proof that Ryan was in fact "fired", as opposed to when it was first announced that he "retired", in order to save face.

There's another guy who recently "retired" as CEO of another large gaming company, after doing a dismantling job as lead for well over a decade.

seems legit, the business man, fires the one who has ideas to move the business forward.

Jim Ryan is the reason why we are entering year 6 since the PS5 launch and many of us don't feel like the PS5 has gotten started as yet.

I hope going forward, we will see a return to form.