To make up for the later release in Europe, they will be getting an exclusive Collector’s Edition version that includes the following:
* Unique DISSIDA FINAL FANTASY clamshell packaging
* Full boxed copy of the DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY game
& DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY Best Selection Soundtrack Mini-CD: The DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY Best Selection Soundtrack Mini-CD includes a selection of music tracks from the game that are especially chosen for this Special Edition version by composer Takeharu Ishimoto. The Mini-CD will be presented inside a unique pochette and contain liner notes written by Takeharu Ishimoto.
* Hardback, 48-page The Art of DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY artwork book: featuring character artwork, CG rendered art and more from across the game production.
* Brady Games Official Miniguide: 32-page game guide printed in full colour, with character artwork, descriptions and walkthrough information – to help you win the battle.
* Exclusive Lithograph Prints: 2 Exclusive Lithograph prints, inside a unique DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY branded bandwrap featuring artwork not used to promote the original Japanese version of the game.
Back in America, Sony announced that there will be a limited edition Final Fantasy Dissidia PSP Entertainment Pack which will be offered exclusively at GameStop. Priced at $200, the Entertainment pack includes the Final Fantasy: Dissidia game, a Mystic Silver-colored PSP-3000 system, a copy of the Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children CG movie on UMD and a 2GB Memory Stick Pro Duo.
Gamers who pre-order Dissidia at GameStop will also receive two exclusive “cover artworks”, one of Cosmos and one of Chaos.
Key features of Dissidia: Final Fantasy include:
* Experience the high-quality world and gameplay mechanics of FINAL FANTASY presented in action-packed 3D environments where players can glide through the air and dash along walls.
* Combining all-out brawling alongside RPG-style character development and customisation, an original system developed by the creators of the KINGDOM HEARTS series takes fighting gameplay to another level.
* Fan-favourite heroes and villains from the entire FINAL FANTASY series come together in one game for the first time in a remarkable new tale with fully-voiced CG movies and real-time events.
* Players select their favourite FINAL FANTASY characters, sided with either Cosmos or Chaos, to set the stage for their fantasy match.
* Accessible through “EX Burst”, players can experience gameplay faithful to the originals through memorable battle features such as “Limit Break” and “Overdrive”. In addition, long time fans of the series can enjoy the ability to summon Aeons and options such as the “command battle” system. Familiar environments and music from the FINAL FANTASY series also appear, arranged to make the most of the hardware capability.
* Continue the experience by trading Friend Cards, creating items and sharing AI characters with other players and even engage in virtual AI battles made possible by the PSP system ad hoc mode.
Here is a preview video of the game.
“With its rich graphics, meticulous attention to detail and exhilarating gameplay experience, the FINAL FANTASY franchise is considered one of the most successful gaming franchises in history,” said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President, Product Marketing, SCEA. “We saw this as a tremendous opportunity to partner with Square Enix and GameStop, giving FINAL FANTASY fans an exclusive package at an incredible value. With an unparalleled PSP lineup in 2009, we’re committed to bringing consumers the best in portable entertainment. The DISSIDIA PSP bundle complements the breadth and depth of the PSP’s software offerings this year.”