13-2 had a good story, and probably one of the best villains in any game I've ever played. Caius Ballad. His power, his look, his reason for turning bad... unreal.
@@manoharalisa5829 So did the previous few games, and the previous games also had really boring characters, whilst I liked everybody in here. I obviously like Lightning, because she's a badass warrior. I thought I would really hate Sazh and Vanille, but they're decent, B+ characters, I'd put them. I thought Hope was going to be dumb too, because he acted cowardly, but he also becomes battle-hardened and strong-minded, so he's an A+ character
Although it's not the best game in the series, it has the only opening sequence that has made me cry every time I see it because of the gorgeus visuals and the fantastic music
even its been more than 10yrs since its release, its still have one of the most gorgeous visuals in the ff series, imagine if this game is open world and isnt just linear, exploring that huge space technological area will be breath taking already, i still love the gameplay of this game until now its still one of my favorite, so much fun to play
No, it is definitely not the best way to tell a story what are you talking about? Most stories follow a linear pattern, this is true. But limiting the world to a very, and I mean VERY linear playthrough without giving the player other places to explore is NOT the best way to tell a story. I don't think it even qualifies as a "good" way to tell a story.
@@kaneda7368 FFX was also linear and told a great story. The problem with FF13 and FF15 is, they feel reaylly repetetive while playing them. No variery at all, and the story wasn't spectacular enough to compension it. The battle system btw was great.
Lightning was honestly such a great main character. Despite reluctantly becoming the leader of this troupe of castaways, she actually developed relationships with each members and had her capacity as a person challenged. She sympathised and was similarly in the same predicament with Sazh, fighting off a regime and running against time to save family members. She rejected Snow as a person yet grew to see the good points of her soon-to-be brother in law and exchanged memories of their shared beloved person. Fang’s brash personality and laidback way of life clashed with her yet they became such a powerful combat duo, harbringers of chaos and destruction at the end. With Hope, she saw fragments of her past childhood separated from her parents and took on that role to mentor and encourage him. Vanille most likely reminded her a lot of her younger sister, and the Fang-Vanille sisterhood dynamic was probably why she was able to come to terms with being a L’Cie.
Anybody played through the Nautilus chapter when Sazh was in that... case/coffin? I cried. All like, "Why you kill the funny black guy with the adorable son?! :'( " then to find out he was only knocked out by Nabaat (sp?) and was like, "YAY! He is alive!" Then got mad at myself for crying over pixels.
Let me see, Lightning had a lot of character development, I think she's one of the better FF protagonists, Sazh, he's just fucking hilarious. I mean seriously. A black guy (not trying to sound racist) with an afro with a chocobo chick in his hair? Also, the graphics, are just absolutely PHENOMENAL. Just look at some of these locations, THE ENTIRETY of Gran Pulse, The Lake (I forget the name of it, chapter 2-3 IIRC). The story, probably my favorite so far from the franchise.
I just had to vent and state my piece about Final Fantasy 13, and to the people who don't like Final Fantasy 13. First of all let's start with the soundtrack, almost every track was custom orchestrated. Do you understand the cost, and production value in that statement? Also featured two vocal artists with there own careers, and albums, upping the production value, and lending momentum to this particular chapter. Second of all, this was also the first 1080p HD Final Fantasy, setting a new president for the franchises visuals, and it's aesthetics. Allowing the franchise to express a more accurate depiction of the stroy that they are trying to convey in this chapter. Is it no wonder there were so many cut scenes , and was that so bad? Granted sure.. It may have been a little linear than previous Final Fantasy games, but the depth, and detaile in the storyline, and characters was definitely surpass, or at minnimal up to par with the Final Fantasy standards. My point being further proving they were able to get three games out of the storyline. Personally I felt a lot of freedom, and free roam once I got to Grand Pulse. I farmed CP, completed missions, explore different locations, and defeated certain enemies at my leisure, choice, and discretion. Third, the voice acting. We in the US version got extremely lucky in the fact that are voice actors look similar to the characters in real life. There's a little magic in that, and the reason why it is fortunate, and relevant is that it makes for a more realistic experience. This is true because facial expressions, mannerisms, and jesters, etc. are more true to form, and since they look like there characters, there disposition in life comes through in there voice acting, thus making them more relatable, immersive, and quicker to empathize with. Last is the overall feel, which I think it stayed true to the script of all Final Fantasy games which is, a group of preordained destined people, who's paths lead them to team up, and coming into there own, in a stand up futuristic society ultimately saving the world, defending ideas, cultural believe, or politics of a unjust minority.
FINAL FANTASY 13 SUCKED Just kidding, but now that I have your attention..... I don't understand why everyone always needs to enforce their ideas on people. Like, not just FF13, WHICH I enjoyed, but when it comes to most things. If you enjoyed it, then good. If not, then good. Like, it should be up to each individual whether they like it or not. When I see people bashing on a certain game, it kinda gets me mad, regardless of whether I like the game or not. Like they say "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say it." Anyways, sorry for the rant but I was getting fed up and seeing your comment made me want to add to it, lol.
Yeah but 7 looked like dog shit and yet was better than 13. The problem with 13 is vague story telling, poor voice direction, and tedious level design. The rest is fine.
I played this game in 2011 and 2010 was the best year of my life until now. Even not playing it on 2010 the US version came this year, so its a game from this year. This opening and this music gives me a feeling os sadness and happiness at same time. Amazing.
So far this is one of the best intros I think. It's well made with top notch graphics. It's short sweet and to the point without really giving anything away. And it definitely draws me in and makes me want to play really badly.
I enjoyed the XIII trilogy, have gone through it twice - well, LR once, - and will happily do it again. Watching this has made me want to start a new playthrough now, in fact. Also, it has to be said, but whilst I didn't mind the game's linearity Cocoon was such a fascinating place - tech, architecture, the society - and it is a shame we didn't get to see a lot more of it.
This is one of my favorite games. The character development, voice-acting, visuals, storyline (though confusing at first, it all makes much more sense by the end). I'm so happy I bought it. :)
WTF!! One of the game im drooling for in my life, why does people who play only just to criticize a super super ultra game have them, i dont if its linear or you only click single button, all i needed in a rpg game is playa game like this, a great graphical game that would hook me up and forget really wish i have one of these , its one of the reason why i want to have a work and get money, sigh =(
this theme is special, its funny how i hated this game, then i bought it again later when i had the ps3 and finished it, finished 13-2 as well, lightning returns is pending, now i miss the ps3 which i had bought twice, so want it right now
Ah, this intro. It's amazing. Too bad my old ps3 couldn't run it for more than 20 minutes at a time. However, if this is on psn, when I get a ps4, I will finally finish it!
Not to mention, the graphics are ABSOLUTELY PHENOMINAL, the soundtrack is great, the characters are great for the most part, the bosses were quite enjoyable for the most part, and just to name a few.
Currently, the major issue that I could think of was the "linear" pattern on the game, which was reverse to FF12's "free" gameplay, in which you could move around anywhere at any given time, even ignore the storyline progression to a few areas. 13's only "freedom" happens in the very end of the game, at a point where it is not when we want the freedom, but to finish the climax, which is why you can say it wasn't good.
The saddest thing is, this is the best part of the game. The music was fantastic, however, and I hope FFXIII-2 can make up for FFXIII's disappointments.
Although i have never played the game, it looks totally awesome, the characters and their personalities are awesome. i say it lives up to the Final Fantasy name
So...I finished XIII a while ago, but never touched XIII-II or LR. After I heard how complicated the plot got, I felt pretty satisfied on how XIII ended.
Square Enix most definitely had plans to make sequels to 13. Game developers plan stories and sequels during the development of the initial game in a series. Many work on them at the same time.
It's when Lightning and Hope get out of the tunnels and reveal themselves in the city only to be surrounded. This is the same cutscene where Snow barges in to save the day.
Dad? Why is my sister's name Rose?" "Because your mom loves roses." "Thanks for the info Dad!" "You're welcome, Final Fantasy 13 XIII- Opening Credits (HD 720p) 01:28 "
@Yukito590 I'm glad you like the game so much like I do. I'm getting tired of everyone's complaints on the game. This game maybe not the best Final Fantasy ever created, but it's still really good.
@TheCrazymike95 No. Final Fantasies do not follow one another. You can start at whichever number you like. They're all very different from each other, featuring completely different worlds, plots, characters, and combat systems.
![Tales of Xillia 2 - Opening Theme [HD]](/img/n.gif)
There’s something about those strange space-y notes in the beginning that is just absolutely breathtaking.
I wonder what instrument they're played in
i actually like this game a lot.. sure, its not like the old ff games but its still awesome. even the new fight system
how is it not like old ff games?
A little change can't hurt. Still its an amazing game.
@@starrynight5207 this game is linear and have linear map..
13-2 had a good story, and probably one of the best villains in any game I've ever played. Caius Ballad. His power, his look, his reason for turning bad... unreal.
@@manoharalisa5829 So did the previous few games, and the previous games also had really boring characters, whilst I liked everybody in here. I obviously like Lightning, because she's a badass warrior. I thought I would really hate Sazh and Vanille, but they're decent, B+ characters, I'd put them. I thought Hope was going to be dumb too, because he acted cowardly, but he also becomes battle-hardened and strong-minded, so he's an A+ character
Although it's not the best game in the series, it has the only opening sequence that has made me cry every time I see it because of the gorgeus visuals and the fantastic music
even its been more than 10yrs since its release, its still have one of the most gorgeous visuals in the ff series, imagine if this game is open world and isnt just linear, exploring that huge space technological area will be breath taking already, i still love the gameplay of this game until now its still one of my favorite, so much fun to play
This game was absolutely great ! No matter what haters will say about it. I really enjoyed it ! :)
yeeeeeah
the game only had 2 problems :
the treasure hunter achievement and the droprate of trapezohedrons
Yeah it really was! I loved every bit of the story
Great is a strong word, I would put it in the average category. This game had way too many problems, but music was not one of them.
One of my favorite games of all times!!
I kinda like the linearity of this game. It's the best way to tell a good story and perfectly dramaturgic.
No, it is definitely not the best way to tell a story what are you talking about?
Most stories follow a linear pattern, this is true. But limiting the world to a very, and I mean VERY linear playthrough without giving the player other places to explore is NOT the best way to tell a story. I don't think it even qualifies as a "good" way to tell a story.
Dormin y did u reply 2 "Nirvaos"?
Kenneth Monfil idek
there is an open world area in this game
@@kaneda7368 FFX was also linear and told a great story.
The problem with FF13 and FF15 is, they feel reaylly repetetive while playing them. No variery at all, and the story wasn't spectacular enough to compension it.
The battle system btw was great.
After almost 10 years of this game's release, I started playing this game... There are no words to describe how beautiful it is
Damn! Square really knows how to draw you in!
I dont know why but I start crying from this opening :c
Because snow is happy compared to in xiii lightning returns and Sarah is alive and well
I love the bit when Lightning appears.
minty she looks so badass too!
@@JR-gc4de please don’t assume her gender. Have the creators ever referred to her as female?
@@shaun7389 but. You referred to Lightning as female as well wtf
@@shaun7389 yes lightning is female
@@stupididiottm6282 I'm pretty sure it was a joke
Lightning was honestly such a great main character. Despite reluctantly becoming the leader of this troupe of castaways, she actually developed relationships with each members and had her capacity as a person challenged.
She sympathised and was similarly in the same predicament with Sazh, fighting off a regime and running against time to save family members.
She rejected Snow as a person yet grew to see the good points of her soon-to-be brother in law and exchanged memories of their shared beloved person.
Fang’s brash personality and laidback way of life clashed with her yet they became such a powerful combat duo, harbringers of chaos and destruction at the end.
With Hope, she saw fragments of her past childhood separated from her parents and took on that role to mentor and encourage him.
Vanille most likely reminded her a lot of her younger sister, and the Fang-Vanille sisterhood dynamic was probably why she was able to come to terms with being a L’Cie.
One of my all time favorite final fantasy games and one of my favorite games! WE NEED A REMASTERED TRILOGY
this song is so nostalgic for me, its the intro to the first game i ever played
This looks better than the newer Final Fantasy games, imo
Goodness the memories. I used to play this everyday during the summer from college
............
i can't even begin to explain how much i love this.
This is the only game cinematic that's ever actually caused my jaw to drop. It's absolutely astounding.
2022 and I still have this game on Xbox 360. ❤
Wish the PS5 would get it.
This is so beautiful... I loved the concept of ff13 so much.
It's been 11 f*cking years and it's still one of my favourite intros ever.
I think I need to start playing this again. I only made it through about 40%
Me too!
Did you finish it?
Anybody played through the Nautilus chapter when Sazh was in that... case/coffin? I cried. All like, "Why you kill the funny black guy with the adorable son?! :'( " then to find out he was only knocked out by Nabaat (sp?) and was like, "YAY! He is alive!" Then got mad at myself for crying over pixels.
Let me see,
Lightning had a lot of character development, I think she's one of the better FF protagonists, Sazh, he's just fucking hilarious. I mean seriously. A black guy (not trying to sound racist) with an afro with a chocobo chick in his hair?
Also, the graphics, are just absolutely PHENOMENAL. Just look at some of these locations, THE ENTIRETY of Gran Pulse, The Lake (I forget the name of it, chapter 2-3 IIRC).
The story, probably my favorite so far from the franchise.
Lake Bresha in Chapter 3.
I just had to vent and state my piece about Final Fantasy 13, and to the people who don't like Final Fantasy 13. First of all let's start with the soundtrack, almost every track was custom orchestrated. Do you understand the cost, and production value in that statement? Also featured two vocal artists with there own careers, and albums, upping the production value, and lending momentum to this particular chapter. Second of all, this was also the first 1080p HD Final Fantasy, setting a new president for the franchises visuals, and it's aesthetics. Allowing the franchise to express a more accurate depiction of the stroy that they are trying to convey in this chapter. Is it no wonder there were so many cut scenes , and was that so bad? Granted sure.. It may have been a little linear than previous Final Fantasy games, but the depth, and detaile in the storyline, and characters was definitely surpass, or at minnimal up to par with the Final Fantasy standards. My point being further proving they were able to get three games out of the storyline. Personally I felt a lot of freedom, and free roam once I got to Grand Pulse. I farmed CP, completed missions, explore different locations, and defeated certain enemies at my leisure, choice, and discretion. Third, the voice acting. We in the US version got extremely lucky in the fact that are voice actors look similar to the characters in real life. There's a little magic in that, and the reason why it is fortunate, and relevant is that it makes for a more realistic experience. This is true because facial expressions, mannerisms, and jesters, etc. are more true to form, and since they look like there characters, there disposition in life comes through in there voice acting, thus making them more relatable, immersive, and quicker to empathize with. Last is the overall feel, which I think it stayed true to the script of all Final Fantasy games which is, a group of preordained destined people, who's paths lead them to team up, and coming into there own, in a stand up futuristic society ultimately saving the world, defending ideas, cultural believe, or politics of a unjust minority.
FINAL FANTASY 13 SUCKED
Just kidding, but now that I have your attention.....
I don't understand why everyone always needs to enforce their ideas on people. Like, not just FF13, WHICH I enjoyed, but when it comes to most things. If you enjoyed it, then good. If not, then good. Like, it should be up to each individual whether they like it or not. When I see people bashing on a certain game, it kinda gets me mad, regardless of whether I like the game or not. Like they say "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say it."
Anyways, sorry for the rant but I was getting fed up and seeing your comment made me want to add to it, lol.
***** Eh, you know, I actually enjoyed reading someone pointing out good things about the game for once.
in short, ffxiii is a beautiful game~
Yeah but 7 looked like dog shit and yet was better than 13. The problem with 13 is vague story telling, poor voice direction, and tedious level design. The rest is fine.
@@sirbillius wdym by vague story telling the fuck???????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I was completely blown away when I first saw this. It still gives me goosebumps watching it now.
This game is PS3. PS3! That's two generations ago! It still looks so good!
This screen teased me , It showed an amazing world, then the game let me saw none of that.
Even though I love XIII, I can't deny that this statement is so true. At least it looks nice. Lol.
The setting and world are indeed amazing. Nautilus fucking blew my mind and I really wanted to explore it. It's too bad...
Lightning is my fav character from final Fantasy XIII. I Really like this Girl
I played this game in 2011 and 2010 was the best year of my life until now. Even not playing it on 2010 the US version came this year, so its a game from this year. This opening and this music gives me a feeling os sadness and happiness at same time. Amazing.
1:32
- Black Person: "I'm about to fall!"
- Company: "Did you hear anything?. Look how pretty the world is."
This was the first final fantasy game I had
The director let his imagination ran wild in this game
So far this is one of the best intros I think. It's well made with top notch graphics. It's short sweet and to the point without really giving anything away. And it definitely draws me in and makes me want to play really badly.
I enjoyed the XIII trilogy, have gone through it twice - well, LR once, - and will happily do it again. Watching this has made me want to start a new playthrough now, in fact.
Also, it has to be said, but whilst I didn't mind the game's linearity Cocoon was such a fascinating place - tech, architecture, the society - and it is a shame we didn't get to see a lot more of it.
Still gives me chills
Really been 11 years ahh the memories
もう10年くらい経つのか
あの頃が懐かしい
This is one of my favorite games. The character development, voice-acting, visuals, storyline (though confusing at first, it all makes much more sense by the end). I'm so happy I bought it. :)
Man I love the music.
Wow, ive been playing final fantasy 13 for ages now and i never watched the opening scene until now. Glad i did ^^
2019 anyone?
Username checks out
Snow he has a better quality resolution than in XII-2 and LR
Such a phenomenal game.
It beautiful mess is the best way to describe this game.
WTF!! One of the game im drooling for in my life, why does people who play only just to criticize a super super ultra game have them, i dont if its linear or you only click single button, all i needed in a rpg game is playa game like this, a great graphical game that would hook me up and forget really wish i have one of these , its one of the reason why i want to have a work and get money, sigh =(
Marky Duscae
also , what is it good for if you need to look into a guide for every 3rd step because the World is too large
+Marky Duscae I'm with you. The game was absolutely awesome in my opinion. I've played it over and over just as satisfied as the first.
Thank you for this upload! Final Fantasy 13 looks like its goona be awesome!
I was wondering the same thing. As far as I know, it's only seen in this opening cutscene.
The single best game intro. Evah.
That wink from Snow is outstanding. Love that character.
There is no life without Final Fantasy Series!!! I think the history of video games wouldn't be as much fun as it is without this perfect game!
this theme is special, its funny how i hated this game, then i bought it again later when i had the ps3 and finished it, finished 13-2 as well, lightning returns is pending, now i miss the ps3 which i had bought twice, so want it right now
Wow Vanille at the end..EPIC :DD
Started playing this cause it's on game pass and the music just hits you, made me feel nostalgic for i game I never played
The nostalgia, I’m crying.
i have the game and watched the intro manny times.
but as i watch this at full schreen and look at it closely, its still stunning.
mute this video and play 30 seconds to mars - kings & queens with it!! Believe me it's epic!!
Make my wish come true...
OMG! Such an awesome music they have in this video
Ah, this intro. It's amazing. Too bad my old ps3 couldn't run it for more than 20 minutes at a time. However, if this is on psn, when I get a ps4, I will finally finish it!
Hmm, same issue, our PS3 is heating to 120 Degrees F after 30 Mins and having Signal issues.
8 years already?
Shit I feel old
when I first saw this short movie cutscene I was instantly hooked, this is so beautiful
I got this last year wheb It came out, and I finished it a couple of times, I love this game
I love the intro, I never get tired of watching it
The music in this game is unlike anything Ive ever heard. It sounds so unique and I love it!
WHY IS THIS SONG SO NICEEEEEEE!?!??!
Not to mention, the graphics are ABSOLUTELY PHENOMINAL, the soundtrack is great, the characters are great for the most part, the bosses were quite enjoyable for the most part, and just to name a few.
Uno de los Openings que mas me gustan!! Gran juego,buena música y excelentes gráficos :3
Currently, the major issue that I could think of was the "linear" pattern on the game, which was reverse to FF12's "free" gameplay, in which you could move around anywhere at any given time, even ignore the storyline progression to a few areas.
13's only "freedom" happens in the very end of the game, at a point where it is not when we want the freedom, but to finish the climax, which is why you can say it wasn't good.
I can only agree with you, so cool it would be to live in such a beautiful and epic reality as in the Final Fantasy games.
xiii has always been ad best in my opinion
This is beautiful.
I remember I use to put disc 1 of the game in and let this song play over and over,while I got ready :D
Final Fantasy XIII = Resist Your Fate
Versus XIII a.k.a Final Fantasy XV = Submit To Fate
Man i havent played this game since i was 12, I was 2 chapters away from beating the game but my ps3 had to much memory so i was forced to reboot it
Dude, if I had a dollar for every "If I had a dollar" sentence I've heard, I'd make the Earth's economy look broke.
I love the opening so much
Just got it and can't stop playing it! x33
The saddest thing is, this is the best part of the game. The music was fantastic, however, and I hope FFXIII-2 can make up for FFXIII's disappointments.
For the record, Nick. I have played every FF. I still stand by my decision. XIII is and always will be my favorite.
this theme always made me sad for some reason, even when i first played it.. i used to watch it every time i loaded up ff13
Although i have never played the game, it looks totally awesome, the characters and their personalities are awesome. i say it lives up to the Final Fantasy name
So...I finished XIII a while ago, but never touched XIII-II or LR. After I heard how complicated the plot got, I felt pretty satisfied on how XIII ended.
+Gobatron bad choice the two next games are epic
+Gobatron
13 wasnt supposed to have sequels, thats why mmany feel satisfied with how 13 ended
Square Enix most definitely had plans to make sequels to 13. Game developers plan stories and sequels during the development of the initial game in a series. Many work on them at the same time.
I agree. The whole Lightning becoming Jesus and shit is just too much.
Gobatron Then do it for the gameplay cause it's great and fixed all the problems of the previous XIII.
Yeah, Vanille has a great go to attitude!
lol i seen u playing that didnt expect you to make a video of it >_>
This Opening LITTERYALLY cures my Depression
I love how at 1:32 Sach is the only one hanging on for his life while all the others are just sitting comfortably, admiring their surroundings. :D
@Beastly9898 actually, valhalla appears in academia as the new coccoon is over taken by caius's darkness. and lightning is also crystal now . ___ .
So pretty XD it's amazing how much technology has come
Love this opening, hope final fantasy vii remake's opening will be just as good☺
I come from the future and the intro is fucking amazing.
It's when Lightning and Hope get out of the tunnels and reveal themselves in the city only to be surrounded. This is the same cutscene where Snow barges in to save the day.
I still freaking love this game.
Dad? Why is my sister's name Rose?"
"Because your mom loves roses."
"Thanks for the info Dad!"
"You're welcome, Final Fantasy 13 XIII- Opening Credits (HD 720p) 01:28 "
the problem with this game is that it is under the final fantasy IP, if it wasn't this game would be known as a good game. which it is.
LOVE IT! ^^
I can post some clips but I'm worried UA-cam will remove it.
Pretty sure the Wyvern at 1:30 is angry because gd FANG has her staff stuck into the poor guy.
holdin on like she's in the subway.. smh
@Yukito590 I'm glad you like the game so much like I do. I'm getting tired of everyone's complaints on the game. This game maybe not the best Final Fantasy ever created, but it's still really good.
this game came out 3 years ago, and still has better CGI than any game today.
@TheCrazymike95 No. Final Fantasies do not follow one another. You can start at whichever number you like. They're all very different from each other, featuring completely different worlds, plots, characters, and combat systems.
looks pretty awesome!
Small question, does it feature only fights in turns or can you also control the character yourself when fighting?
I wish for every Final Fantasy game, they made a film of the game.
Leave it to a Final Fantasy/anime to make an escape sequence head-shakingly implausible.