Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age Timeline ( Real )

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March 16, 2006

Original Release of Final Fantasy XII in Japan

Final Fantasy XII was originally released by Square Enix in Japan for the PlayStation 2.

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October 31, 2006

North American Release of Final Fantasy XII

Final Fantasy XII was released in North America, expanding its reach to Western audiences.

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February 23, 2007

European Release of Final Fantasy XII

The game was released in Europe, making it available to a wider international audience.

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September 10, 2016

Announcement of Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age Remaster

Square Enix announced the remastered HD version of Final Fantasy XII, titled The Zodiac Age, for PlayStation 4.

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July 11, 2017

Release of Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age for PlayStation 4

The Zodiac Age remaster was released, featuring updated graphics and gameplay improvements.

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February 1, 2018

Release of Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age on PC via Steam

The Zodiac Age became available on PC, making it accessible to a new audience.

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April 30, 2019

Release of Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age on Nintendo Switch

The game was released on the Nintendo Switch platform, adding portability options for players.

Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age Timeline ( Fictional )

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Mid-12th century AF (After Fandaria)

Ascian Invasion and Founding of Archadia

The powerful empire of Archadia arises in Dalmasca, beginning its campaign of conquest across Ivalice.

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Between 10 and 15 years before the present story

Dalmasca Conquered by Archadia

The Kingdom of Dalmasca is conquered and annexed by Archadia, sparking resistance movements among its people.

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Year 0 AF

Vaan Lives in Rabanastre

Vaan, a street-smart orphan, lives in the Dalmascan capital of Rabanastre during Archadia's occupation.

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Year 0 AF

Dalmascan Resistance Rebellion Begins

The Dalmascan Resistance forms and initiates armed rebellion against Archadian occupation.

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Shortly after year 0 AF

Siege of Rabanastre

The Archadian Empire besieges the city of Rabanastre to crush the Dalmascan Resistance; key characters meet during this conflict.

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Early year 0 AF

Meeting of Heroes

Vaan, Ashe, Basch, and Balthier cross paths and begin their journey together against Archadia's domination.

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Mid year 0 AF

The Release of Judge Gabranth's Identity

Judge Gabranth is revealed to be Basch's twin brother, complicating loyalties.

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Mid to late year 0 AF

The Fight to Free Dalmasca

The group fights through multiple battles to liberate Dalmasca from Archadian control.

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Late year 0 AF

Confrontation with Vayne Solidor

The final confrontation with the Archadian prince Vayne Solidor, who seeks to control the powerful nethicite.

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End of year 0 AF

Restoration of Dalmasca Kingdom

Following the fall of Archadia's oppressive influence, the rightful queen Ashe leads Dalmasca towards renewal.