From the creative minds behind FINAL FANTASY VII and FINAL FANTASY X es the latest installment in the critically acclaimed series.  As FINAL FANTASY VII was for PlayStation and FINAL FANTASY X for PlayStation 2 puter entertainment system FINAL FANTASY XIII will be the first numbered FINAL FANTASY title for the PlayStation 3 puter entertainment system and Xbox 360 and will look to once again reestablish the series as the RPG brand. Players will follow Lightning Snow and the other heroes who are dealt a hand of fate by the god-like fal Cie. Cursed and regarded as enemies of society they have the world against them and nobody to rely on but each other. Will they find the strength within themselves to break free of their curse and determine their own fates or will they succumb to this higher power? With a story that is sure to connect with players hearts diverse new characters from world-renowned creator and character designer Tetsuya Nomura and exciting new gameplay features centered around an evolved Active Time Battle system FINAL FANTASY XIII will be the pinnacle in gaming experiences. Story:Cocoon a utopia in the sky. Its inhabitants believed their world a paradise. Under the Sanctum s rule Cocoon had long known peace and prosperity. Mankind was blessed by its protectors the benevolent fal Cie and believed that tranquil days would continue forever. Their tranquility was shattered with the discovery of one hostile fal Cie. The moment that fal Cie from Pulse the feared and detested lowerworld awoke from its slumber peace on Cocoon came to an end. Fal Cie curse humans turning them into magic-wielding servants. They bee l Cie chosen of the fal Cie. Those branded with the mark of a l Cie carry the burden of either fulfilling their Focus or facing a fate harsher than death itself. A prayer for redemption. A wish to protect the world. A promise to challenge destiny. After thirteen days of fates intertwined the battle begins. Features: Take Part in