media:In the development of this work, what is the core concept or direction?
Nomura:As far as the story goes, it’s anger. And as a game, the core concept is the destruction created by that rage.
Nomura:Garland is the emblematic boss of the FF series, he has a lot of room for imagination, and is a character that makes people want to dig deeper. I’ve been thinking about Garland since more than ten years ago, and this time the development team happens to be Team NINJA, and I think their production fits the hardcore content I have in mind.
media:It is said that the theme song “My Way” has something in common with the main character Jack’s mood and way of life. Did you choose the song based on Jack’s story? Or was Jack’s story based on the song?
Nomura:This song is a famous song that I have always listened to since I was a child, but I didn’t understand what it was until I grew up to a certain age. When I started making this work and painted the last scene in my mind, “My Way” started playing automatically in my mind, and I was very excited. After that, I thought this piece was the only choice for the ending.
media:What was the challenge of re-architecting the character design of FF1?
Nomura:Since “FF1” itself is a work with many parts that players need to imagine by themselves, I originally thought it would be better for players to feel “this is what I imagined”, but this time I actually captured the essence of the original design, and then Designed to match the story of this work. “FF” is not a classical fantasy work originally, but has a unique world view mixed with super civilization. I also expressed this more clearly through the character design.
media:Which character did you enjoy the most when designing?
Nomura:It’s still Jack. After all, this work was created to describe Jack.
media:Although the story of Jack and his friends has temporarily come to an end in this work, is there any chance to describe their story in more depth in the future, or let them appear again?
Nomura:This work is expected to launch DLC, so it may be mentioned in the DLC at that time, but it should not be described in depth. Because in this article it has ended perfectly.
media:Levels with the theme of “FF1” to “FF15” will all appear in this work. Is there any reason?
Nomura:Not unrelated. Stay tuned for the DLC.
media:Will the story be expanded in future DLC? Or will it expand the gameplay?
Nomura:Basically, the main purpose is to expand the gameplay, but also to describe the story of the new boss to some extent.
media:Please say a word to the players in Asia.
Nomura:I originally hoped to have more exchanges with you through publicity activities and other occasions, but given the current social situation, the days of not being able to communicate freely will continue for some time. I think in such days, players will also have many needs that cannot be met, so I hope everyone can vent this emotion, and this work was born.
Please be sure to turn upside down with Jack’s anger in this world of Origin.
Game information
Game Name: Stranger in Paradise Final Fantasy Origin
Original name of the game: Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin
Game Type: Action RPG
Compatible platforms: PlayStation 5 / PlayStation 4 / Xbox Series X|S / Xbox One / PC
Release Date: March 18, 2022
Suggested selling price:25% off download version from May 18, 2022 to May 25, 2022
Physical Standard Edition NT$1790, Physical Collection Edition NT$4470
Download Standard Edition for NT$1790, Digital Deluxe Edition for NT$2690Language version: Traditional Chinese / English / Japanese, etc.
Number of players: 1 person (up to 3 people connected)
Age Rating: Restricted
Developer: KOEI TECMO Games Team NINJA
Publisher: SQUARE ENIX
Agent distribution: Taiwan Guangrong Tecmo
Official website: http://www.gamecity.com.tw/finalfantasy_origin/cht/
© 2021 KOEI TECMO GAMES / SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. CHARACTER DESIGN:TETSUYA NOMURA. LOGO ILLUSTRATION: © 2021 YOSHITAKA AMANO