The first of two epic RPG projects for Microsoft by Mistwalker, the studio founded by Square-Enix's Hironobu Sakaguchi. Blue Dragon features characters by designer Akira Toriyama, and tells the story of a young boy named Shu, who battles enemies using his "Dragon Shadow."

Blue Dragon Impressions - December 6, 2006
Movies and impressions from the first five hours of the Japanese final.

TGS 2006: Blue Dragon Hands-On - September 22, 2006
Two scenarios available for play. We browse menus, break faces.

TGS 2006: Blue Dragon Trailer Eyes-on - September 19, 2006
Sakaguchi debuts new footage in Japan. Full details inside.

E3 2006: Blue Dragon Impressions - May 10, 2006
Mistwalker gives us a brief glimpse.

Blue Dragon Progress Report - November 30, 2005
Sakaguchi and Oshima comment on Japan's most wanted Xbox 360 title.

TGS 2005: Sakaguchi Shows Blue Dragon - September 14, 2005
IGN gets a sneak peak at the first Xbox 360 game from the father of Final Fantasy.

Every 360 Game - June 17, 2005
Every game we know of in the next generation of Xbox software.

Pre-E3 2005: Blue Dragon Revealed - May 13, 2005
Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, Nights, Panzer Dragoon! Everyone's making this game!

Xbox 360: The One Year Retrospective - November 22, 2006
How has Microsoft's early bird console performed? Where have we come in one year's time? IGN takes a look back.

X06: The Peter Moore Interview - October 2, 2006
Microsoft's VP gets surly. Read about HDMi support, Banjo-Kazooie, first-party delays, global launches in India and South Africa, and more.

The State of RPGs: Xbox 360 - July 6, 2006
Done with Oblivion? Bored of FFXI? Here's what's coming up on the X360 RPG front.

The Future of Japanese Gaming - June 27, 2006
Is the Xbox 360 doomed in Japan or can Microsoft jump-start its presence? What Japanese games are worth your while in the West? IGN reports.

E3 2006: The Final Word on Xbox, 360 - May 24, 2006
IGN breaks down the pros and cons of each system's performance. How did Microsoft do?

IGN Predicts 2006, Pt. 2 - January 10, 2006
Will Halo 3 ship in '06? Will there be more Japanese support? Where's Jade Empire 2?

Xbox 360 Launch Guide: Beyond the Launch - November 30, 2005
What now? These are the games that will define 2006.

The State of the RPG: Xbox - July 14, 2005
How has the RPG evolved on Microsoft's system? What will the future deliver? IGN takes an in-depth look in this four-part series.

E3 2005: The Hironobu Sakaguchi Interview - May 19, 2005
We sit down for a brief chat with Mistwalker President Hironobu Sakaguchi.

Insider Video Features: E3 2005: Microsoft Press Conference - May 16, 2005
Download the uncut, high-res version...only on Insider.

Xbox: Peter Moore on Mistwalker's RPGs - February 24, 2005
Microsoft's VP speaks softly but carries a big RPG stick. What does he have to say about Sakaguchi's next two Xbox 2 RPGs?

Xbox 360 Continues to Struggle in Japan - December 8, 2006
Microsoft's console being beaten by Game Boy Micro.

Blue Dragon Arrives - December 6, 2006
A look at the packaging, and some early impressions.

Mistwalker Plans Blue Dragon Sequel - November 21, 2006
The latest on the 360's biggest game to date.

Blue Dragon Manga Announced - UK, November 20, 2006
Two new comic book series to complement game launch in Japan.

Sakaguchi on Blue Dragon - September 29, 2006
The Mistwalker president shares a few new details on the 360's best hope in Japan.

X06: Live Microsoft News Conference Report - September 27, 2006
Microsoft hits Europe with news on Marvel's MMO, Gears of War, new XBLA and more.

X06: Blue Dragon and Lost Odyssey HD Videos on the Way - September 25, 2006
Microsoft's "Bringing It Home" campaign continues.

TGS 2006: Microsoft's Game List - September 20, 2006
Blue Dragon and Lost Odyssey to both make playable debut.

TGS 2006: MS Targets Japan - September 20, 2006
110 games by end of the year, including Blue Dragon and Lost Planet.

TGS 2006: Live From Tokyo - September 19, 2006
Live updates from Microsoft's Japanese press conference.

Blue Dragon Still On Track for 2006 - August 30, 2006
Mistwalker's debut title will hit Japan later this year.

E3 2006: Microsoft Reveals X360 Lineup - May 9, 2006
The company reveals its showcase titles for the show.

Xbox 360 RPGs in Japan - April 5, 2006
Blue Dragon, Lost Odyssey, and a new title by tri-Ace.

Blue Dragon Update - December 22, 2005
Airships and shadows and more.

Microsoft Shows RPGs - December 17, 2005
Blue Dragon and Lost Odyssey shown, but still very early.

TGS 2005 Index - September 16, 2005
All the TGS 360 coverage in one spot.

TGS 2005: Welcome to TGS 2005 - September 14, 2005
We're here, we're beered and we're about to kick off four days of coverage direct from Japan.

TGS 2005: Mistwalker and Bandai Team Up - September 14, 2005
Blue Dragon to get toy line from Japanese toy maker.

TGS 2005: Mistwalker is Unreal - September 13, 2005
Startup RPG maker turns to Epic's new engine.

E3 2005: Mistwalker Xbox 360 Update - May 19, 2005
More on Lost Odyssey and Blue Dragon.

E3 2005: Mistwalker Offers Time Frame for Xbox 360 Games - May 18, 2005
Find out when Lost Odyssey and Blue Dragon may arrive.

E3 2005: Microsoft News Conference Lineup Highlights - May 16, 2005
One massive list of Xbox and 360 games unleashed.

E3 2005: Microsoft Press Conference - May 16, 2005
Square Enix commits to Xbox 360; limited backward compatibility confirmed; full EA support, 160 Xbox 360 titles in development. First details.

Blue Dragon Revealed - May 2, 2005
Mistwalker's first Xbox 360 game to feature Akira Toriyama characters.

Xbox: Xbox 2 Gets More Square Enix Talent - March 9, 2005
Two Square Enix employees jump to Mistwalker.

Xbox 2 Gets More Square Enix Talent - March 9, 2005
Two Square Enix employees jump to Mistwalker.

Xbox 2 In Motion - March 1, 2005
Someone who's seen an Xbox 2 game describes the wonder.

Xbox: Xbox 2 In Motion - March 1, 2005
Someone who's seen an Xbox 2 game describes the wonder.

Xbox: Former Square President to Create Xbox 2 Games - February 24, 2005
Microsoft formally announces Hironobu Sakaguchi is developing two RPGs for its next-gen console.

Former Square President to Create Xbox 2 Games - February 24, 2005
Microsoft formally announces Hironobu Sakaguchi is developing two RPGs for its next-gen console.

Games: Microsoft Showcases Library of Nearly 110 High-Definition Xbox 360 Games at the Tokyo Game Show - September 20, 2006
"Blue Dragon" Leads Holiday Lineup of Games; "Pac-Man" World Championship, Xbox 360 HD DVD Player in Japan and 1080p Support for Xbox 360 unveiled.