Release date alert! I’m excited to reveal that The DioField Chronicle will launch September 22 for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. What’s more, a new demo will be available on August 10! This is a very exciting project from an incredibly talented development team, one that fans of strategy RPGs will adore. Read on and I’ll tell you everything you need to know, starting with…
What is The DioField Chronicle?
This all-new strategy RPG immerses you in an epic tale of war and honor. You command your forces in intense real-time tactical battles, all portrayed in beautiful diorama-style environments.
The adventure is set in a fascinating world that blends fantasy, medieval, and modern-day influences. It’s also in utter turmoil. After 200 years of peace, DioField Island is thrust into an age of war over the mineral Jade which is prized for its use in magic and sorcery. Amidst all the flames and chaos, a band of elite mercenaries who call themselves Blue Fox begin to rise. Their deeds and fates are something that will be sung of in ages yet to come. But when all is said and done, will the name Blue Fox come to signify hope or darkest tragedy?
I’ll leave that question to dangle tantalizingly in your mind for now, because we should talk about who’s making the game. The DioField Chronicle features unique character designs by Taiki (Lord of Vermilion III, IV), concept art by Isamu Kamikokuryo (Final Fantasy XII, Final Fantasy XIII) and beautiful orchestrated music by composers Ramin Djawadi and Brandon Campbell, best known for their work on “Game of Thrones.”
It’s an impressive array of talent, and that comes through in the exciting battles that you’ll command. Let’s talk about that next.
How do battles work in The DioField Chronicle?
The DioField Chronicle introduces “Real Time Tactical Battles,” or RTTB for short.
Unlike many other strategy RPGs, combat takes place in real time. You can pause the game to survey the battlefield, and give orders to your troops, but everything from your team’s actions to enemy attacks plays out at the same time. Nobody waits for their turn in this world.
This makes for thrillingly fast-paced encounters, where you have to keep a constant watch on battlefield conditions, and issue decisive orders that take advantage of your troops’ strengths and enemy weaknesses. Well-considered tactics are vital, but you also need to be ready to adjust your strategy to accommodate the ever-changing flow of battle.
It all makes for hugely enjoyable battles that feel quite different to other games in the genre. But you don’t have to take our word for it. You can find out for yourself next month with the free demo!
What’s this about demo?
On August 10, players on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One will be able to download a demo of The DioField Chronicle. You’ll be able to experience the RTTB system for yourself, learn a little more about the game’s world and story and more. We’ll reveal more about the exact content of this demo closer to the time, but here’s the bit I know you care about: your progress will carry over to the full game.
As for when and how you can play that…
How do I get The DioField Chronicle?
The full game releases for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on September 22! In addition to the Standard Edition, there’s a Digital Deluxe Edition that gives you in-game items to use at the start of the game, including the Knight’s Spear weapon and Mystical Ring accessory. You’ll also get digital versions of The DioField Chronicle soundtrack and Digital Artbook.
Pre-order any version of the game on the Xbox Store, and you’ll get some awesome bonus content, including a Rhopasto Knife (in an exclusive color) and Recruit’s Bangle for use in the main game.
We hope you’re looking forward to this satisfyingly strategic epic. We’ll have much more to show as we get closer to release, so make sure you follow us on social media on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to hear the big news first!
The DioField Chronicle
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The beginnings of a new Strategy RPG, crafted by a skilled and experienced development team. ■An all-new Strategy RPG that chronicles an epic tale of war and honour. Featuring a unique and beautiful world that blends fantasy, medieval and modern-day influences, and a deep yet innovative real-time battle system.
■Deep, strategic, real-time tactical battles
The battles in this game are defined by real-time assessment of battlefield conditions and issuing decisive orders that take advantage of your troops strengths and weaknesses to gain advantage over your foe. Make clever use of a variety of skills, classes and equipment to complete your mission.
■Realistic "diorama" style battle scenes
Richly detailed depictions of the environments of the island of DioField combined with unique "diorama" style visuals as you command your forces like a general. ■The DioField Chronicle Standard Edition Early Purchase Bonus Content
・Weapon: Rhopasto Knife (Standard Edition Early Purchase Exclusive Colour)
・Accessory: Recruit's Bangle
Early Purchase Bonus Claim Period: Until December 31, 2022
※These items cannot be obtained while progressing through the game, but they can be received during Chapter 1 Episode 2.
The DioField Chronicle Digitale Deluxe Edition
SQUARE ENIX
The beginnings of a new Strategy RPG, crafted by a skilled and experienced development team. ■An all-new Strategy RPG that chronicles an epic tale of war and honour. Featuring a unique and beautiful world that blends fantasy, medieval and modern-day influences, and a deep yet innovative real-time battle system.
■Deep, strategic, real-time tactical battles
The battles in this game are defined by real-time assessment of battlefield conditions and issuing decisive orders that take advantage of your troops strengths and weaknesses to gain advantage over your foe. Make clever use of a variety of skills, classes and equipment to complete your mission.
■Realistic "diorama" style battle scenes
Richly detailed depictions of the environments of the island of DioField combined with unique "diorama" style visuals as you command your forces like a general. ■The DioField Chronicle Digital Deluxe Edition Content
・Main game
・Weapon: Knight's Spear (*1)
・Accessory: Mystical Ring (*1)
・The DioField Chronicle Original Soundtrack (*2)
・The DioField Chronicle Digital Artbook (*2) ■The DioField Chronicle Digital Deluxe Edition Early Purchase Bonus Content
・Weapon: Rhopasto Knife (Digital Deluxe Edition Early Purchase Exclusive Colour) (*3)
・Accessory: Recruit's Bangle (*3)
・Early Access: Begins at 00:00 on September 20, 2022
Early Purchase Bonus Claim Period: Until December 31, 2022 *1: Please note that these items can be obtained while progressing through the game, but the bonus grants the right to use them from the start of the game.
*2: The Original Soundtrack and Digital Artbook cannot be played/ opened in-game and are accessed through a separate application from the main game. These are identical to the "The DioField Chronicle Original Soundtrack" and "The DioField Chronicle Digital Artbook" sold separately. Please be careful about making duplicate purchases. *3: These items cannot be obtained while progressing through the game, but they can be received during Chapter 1 Episode 2.
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