THE LAST REMNANT Uncovered on Store Shelves Today

Xbox 360 Simultaneous Worldwide Launch Sweeps the Globe

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix(R) interactive entertainment products inNorth America, announced today that its new RPG, THE LAST REMNANT(TM), is available today worldwide for the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

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THE LAST REMNANT is a completely new RPG and the company's first IP that seeks to implement elements that appeal to users around the world. The development team is comprised of rising stars who keep new ideas flowing, and Square Enix veterans who provide their expertise from the

FINAL FANTASY(R) series.

"The simultaneous worldwide launch of THE LAST REMNANT was quite a challenge, considering the multitude of languages the title had to be localized in," said John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix, Inc. and Square Enix, Ltd. "We couldn't be more excited that this title is available to gamers around the world at the same time. We hope people will embrace our latest RPG and the efforts Square Enix is taking to expand its audience base globally."

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(TM) - and DAWN OF MANA(R)), 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 is available at North American retailers for the suggested retail price of $59.99. The official website can be found at

http://na.square-enix.com/remnant.

About Square Enix Co., Ltd. and Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix), with headquarters inTokyo, Japan, develops, publishes and distributes entertainment content including interactive entertainment software and publications inAsia,North America, andEurope. Square Enix brings two ofJapan's best-selling franchises - FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 85 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST(R), which has sold over 46 million units worldwide - under one roof. Square Enix is one of the most influential providers of digital entertainment content in the world and continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.

Square Enix, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Co., Ltd. with offices inLos Angeles, California. It handles operations inNorth America, including development, localization, marketing, and publishing of Square Enix titles. More information on Square Enix can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix.com.

DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. ADVENT CHILDREN, DAWN of MANA and THE LAST REMNANT are registered trademark or trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies and are used under license from owner. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE Square Enix, Inc.

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