Square Enix has confirmed its hosting two panels at PAX East in Boston this weekend—one detailing the creation of Tomb Raider‘s new Lara Craft, and another providing the latest update on Final Fantasy XIV. Find the details below.
Recreating an Icon: The Talent Behind the New Lara Croft in Tomb Raider
Crystal Dynamics brings together talented members from the Tomb Raider development team at Crystal Dynamics to hear about their involvement in recreating Lara Croft for a new generation of gamers. The discussion will dive deep into their roles, responsibilities and perspectives on the new Lara Croft. Moderated by Susan Arendt from The Escapist, an audience Q&A will follow the panel.
- Panelists: Susan Arendt (editor-in-chief, The Escapist), Kam Zambell (producer, Crystal Dynamics), Kari Hattner (associate producer, Crystal Dynamics), Nicole Tan (artist, Crystal Dynamics) and Megan Marie (community & communications manager, Crystal Dynamics).
- When: Friday, March 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Location: The Naga Theater in the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
Final Fantasy PAX East Panel: Inside Scoop on Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
2013 is an exciting year for Final Fantasy fans with the upcoming release of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn. Join the Square Enix team as they provide an inside scoop and new details on the title. Updates on Final Fantasy XI: Seekers of Adoulin, available next week, will also be included in the panel.
- Panelists: David Yang (senior PR manager, Square Enix), Matt Hilton (online community manager, Square Enix) and Morten Haugaard (product manager, Square Enix).
- When: Friday, March 22 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: The Naga Theater in the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center