The countdown is on and soon we'll be seeing the release of "Final Fantasy XV" already. Many fans are either excited or fearful that the next installment in the epic series will be what they have hoped for. Also, many have recalled on what the game used to be back then in 2006 when it was "Final Fantasy Versus XIII" as a spin-off to the "Final Fantasy XIII" title.

According to DualShockers, "Final Fantasy XV" has been in development for around 10 years, having gone through a huge number of alternations. It is still uncertain how much of the original content has been maintained, other than the character of Noctis. Right below is an official press release sent by Square Enix for the former title.

FINAL FANTASY Versus XIII for PlayStation 3 system
Harmony is realized in this alternate tale of FINAL FANTASY XIII

Not a merely a sequel, but a wholly independent story unfolding in a different world with different characters. This title will appear alongside FINAL FANTASY XIII on the PlayStation 3 system.

When coupled with FINAL FANTASY XIII, FINAL FANTASY Versus XIII completes the core of the FABULA NOVA CRYSTALLIS Project.

*This title is not yet concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America

Key Development Staff

• Director & Character designer: Tetsuya Nomura (FINAL FANTASY V~VIII, FINAL FANTASY X, FINAL FANTASY VII ADVENT CHILDREN, KINGDOM HEARTS)
• Movie director: Takeshi Nozue (FINAL FANTASY IX, FINAL FANTASY X, FINAL FANTASY VII ADVENT CHILDREN, KINGDOM HEARTS)
• Composer: Yoko Shimomura (LEGEND OF MANA, Parasite EVE, KINGDOM HEARTS)
• Producer: Shinji Hashimoto

After a long while, the game (and Square Enix itself) has seriously gone through a major makeover, with management changing over to President Yosuke Matsuda and the title shifting to "Final Fantasy XV." The company has already shifted its traditional, secretive ways to being more open and promotional and the game's direction has already been blended from both its "Final Fantasy" roots and Western RPGs and more modern concepts.

Despite that some might still be dismayed at how "Final Fantasy XV" is being directed, a lot are still hoping that this game will still be Square Enix's reason to still focus on major titles and bring a heartwarming smile to their faces.

In addition to that news, Kotaku mentions earlier that innovations will be made for the latest installment in the "Final Fantasy" series by adding multiplayer Co-Op content. The content will be downloadable and will be available for the game after its release.

"Final Fantasy XV" will hit the shelves on Nov. 29. 

Here's the latest short clip for the game: