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Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix: Difference between revisions
replaced: Kingdom Hearts → {{c|Kingdom Hearts|series}} (2), Square Enix → {{w|Square Enix}} (4), Nomura → {{w|Tetsuya Nomura|Nomura}}, AP → {{AP}} (2), MP → [[...
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(replaced: Kingdom Hearts → {{c|Kingdom Hearts|series}} (2), Square Enix → {{w|Square Enix}} (4), Nomura → {{w|Tetsuya Nomura|Nomura}}, AP → {{AP}} (2), MP → [[...) |
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|japan=キングダムハーツII FINAL MIX | |japan=キングダムハーツII FINAL MIX | ||
|romaji=Kingudamu Hātsu II FINAL MIX | |romaji=Kingudamu Hātsu II FINAL MIX | ||
|developer= | |developer={{w|Square Enix}} | ||
|publisher=Square Enix | |publisher=Square Enix | ||
|release=[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] March 29, 2007 | |release=[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] March 29, 2007 | ||
|genre=Action role-playing game | |genre=Action role-playing game | ||
|modes=Single player | |modes=Single player | ||
|ratings= | |ratings={{w|CERO}}:A | ||
|platforms= | |platforms={{w|PlayStation 2}} | ||
|}} | |}} | ||
'''''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''''' is a Japan-exclusive reissue of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' that uses primarily English voice acting with Japanese text, subtitles and controls, as well as bonus content. It was released as a part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+]]'' compilation, along with ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]''. | '''''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''''' is a Japan-exclusive reissue of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'' that uses primarily English voice acting with Japanese text, subtitles and controls, as well as bonus content. It was released as a part of ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix+]]'' compilation, along with ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]''. | ||
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==Announcement== | ==Announcement== | ||
''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was rumored in middle-late 2006. Though | ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was rumored in middle-late 2006. Though {{w|Tetsuya Nomura|Nomura}} did not confirm its development, he stated that if a ''Final Mix'' version were to be created for other countries, he would use a "trump card". | ||
In September 2006, ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was finally announced, and released on March 29, 2007, hitting stores all across Japan. Currently no official plans have been announced for release in the United States or other countries, despite the topic being popular across '' | In September 2006, ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' was finally announced, and released on March 29, 2007, hitting stores all across Japan. Currently no official plans have been announced for release in the United States or other countries, despite the topic being popular across ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|series}}''-related forums. There were rumors of a fall 2008 release in EGM magazine and 1up.com, although this did not pan out. The director of the Kingdom Hearts series, Tetsuya Nomura, has quoted, ''"The Final Mix games are only Japanese exclusives. In due time I may release a Final Mix into other countries, but Kingdom Hearts Final Mix and Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix are not my choice."'' | ||
''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' and ''Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories'' are also notable for being the final games Tetsuya Nomura made for the PlayStation 2. | ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' and ''Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories'' are also notable for being the final games Tetsuya Nomura made for the PlayStation 2. | ||
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*All of the new cutscenes are silenced and only the Japanese subtitles can allow one make out what the conversation is about. However, this is only for the initial playthrough and English audio track. All scenes have full voicing for the Japanese audio track. | *All of the new cutscenes are silenced and only the Japanese subtitles can allow one make out what the conversation is about. However, this is only for the initial playthrough and English audio track. All scenes have full voicing for the Japanese audio track. | ||
*[[Zexion]]'s weapon is revealed, a large book called a "[[Book of Retribution|Lexicon]]", which he can use to trap his enemies in an alternate reality. | *[[Zexion]]'s weapon is revealed, a large book called a "[[Book of Retribution|Lexicon]]", which he can use to trap his enemies in an alternate reality. | ||
*Character models for [[Removed content#Buzz Lightyear and Woody summons|Buzz Lightyear and Woody]] from '' | *Character models for [[Removed content#Buzz Lightyear and Woody summons|Buzz Lightyear and Woody]] from ''{{w|Toy Story}}'' are present in the game data of ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'', but were unused. | ||
====Battles==== | ====Battles==== | ||
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*A "[[Theater Mode]]" - menu where previously viewed cutscenes can be watched again with either English or Japanese voices by pressing L2 and R2. | *A "[[Theater Mode]]" - menu where previously viewed cutscenes can be watched again with either English or Japanese voices by pressing L2 and R2. | ||
*A new secret ending video titled " | *A new secret ending video titled "{{c|Birth by sleep|video}}", a teaser for ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]''. | ||
*Secret features can be accessed in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' by clearing ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'', and vice versa. | *Secret features can be accessed in ''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix'' by clearing ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'', and vice versa. | ||
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#*Compared To Standard and Proud, enemies inflict twice the damage, except for the Mushroom XIII who inflict 1.25× the damage | #*Compared To Standard and Proud, enemies inflict twice the damage, except for the Mushroom XIII who inflict 1.25× the damage | ||
#*Several abilities are granted on the third day (Reaction Boost, Finishing Plus, Draw, 2x Lucky Lucky, MP Hastera and EXP Zero) | #*Several abilities are granted on the third day (Reaction Boost, Finishing Plus, Draw, 2x Lucky Lucky, MP Hastera and EXP Zero) | ||
#*Roxas's initial AP is 50 | #*Roxas's initial {{AP}} is 50 | ||
#*AP increases by increments of 3 instead of 2 | #*AP increases by increments of 3 instead of 2 | ||
#*Compared to Standard and Proud, HP and MP quantities from Bonus Levels are halved (You only get sixty instead of 120 HP) | #*Compared to Standard and Proud, HP and [[MP]] quantities from Bonus Levels are halved (You only get sixty instead of 120 HP) | ||
#*Compared to Standard and Proud, EXP gained is three-quarters of the normal amount | #*Compared to Standard and Proud, EXP gained is three-quarters of the normal amount | ||
#*Save file displays "Critical Mode" | #*Save file displays "Critical Mode" | ||
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#*[[Frozen Pride]] and [[Frozen Pride+]] | #*[[Frozen Pride]] and [[Frozen Pride+]] | ||
#*[[Centurion]] and [[Centurion+]] | #*[[Centurion]] and [[Centurion+]] | ||
#*[[ | #*[[Shadow Archive]] and [[Shadow Archive+]] | ||
#*[[Full Bloom]] and [[Full Bloom+]] | #*[[Full Bloom]] and [[Full Bloom+]] | ||
#*[[Shock Charm]] and [[Shock Charm+]] | #*[[Shock Charm]] and [[Shock Charm+]] | ||