It seems that Square-Enix have taken a leaf out of blizzard's book, and have hosted some weird cryptic imagery to completely confuse the internet for a while.

http://www.square-enix.co.jp/ctds/

Featuring the iconic Chrono Trigger logo, there is no indication when this 'countdown clock' will end. But we can be damn sure we're going to see a Chrono Trigger on the DS in the near future.

Tags : Chrono Trigger : Countdown : DS : square enix

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By: Kelz

On: 04:08 Jul 2nd, 2008
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iiiiiiiinteresting.

By: Evren

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On: 05:31 Jul 2nd, 2008
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It's not allowed.
Y'know why?!
I dont have a DS.
So there.

In all sane honesty, It would be nice to see.

By: Ulx

On: 05:51 Jul 2nd, 2008
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I've been trying to justify not owning a DS, but I see now that no argument will be enough.

Must. Get. DS.

By: Dragonsoul

On: 07:21 Jul 2nd, 2008
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Oh god, that would be soooooooooooo gooooooooood.

I would love another CT. <3

By: SwitchxA

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On: 09:36 Jul 2nd, 2008
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Well it has been confirmed that yes, Chrono Trigger is being ported to the DS. The game will take advantage of the dual screens and touch sensativity. While these are unsurprising the really good new is that it will also have a wireless mode and a brand new dungeon. It's great to hear this, but I hope they follow in FFIV's footsteps and not in FFIII's.

Source: http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/chrono-trigger-returns-the-timeless,454846.shtml

By: Dragonsoul

On: 09:40 Jul 2nd, 2008
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That sound you just heard was me screaming in sheer joy.

I guess I will be dusting off my DS after all. ^___^

By: Mobius Zero

On: 09:20 Jul 2nd, 2008
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I heard this just a day ago on youtube, well, Square Enix, how many times can you port and how well can you do it? I think they should have a few more connections to the Chrono Cross and maybe a few extra bosses (as if there is not enough already, lol) but most of aall keep the Ted Woolsey script mostly intact but add more to it. Though I can imagine the ideas like doing the combination attacks with the stylus. WHY HAS FATE NOT GIVEN ME A JOB OR A DS, WHY?!

By: Dragonfly

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On: 02:24 Jul 3rd, 2008
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Mobius Zero;52968

but most of aall keep the Ted Woolsey script mostly intact but add more to it.

They'd be crazy to change that script.

Nice to see this coming to the DS. The handheld has been sorely lacking in top grade title recently, but this will be a quick addition to my collection once it comes out.

By: Magus

On: 09:13 Jul 3rd, 2008
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YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! OH HAPPY DAY!

By: kai592

On: 10:30 Jul 21st, 2008
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This is another good reason for me to get a ds

well this is good news, i'd rather play chrono trigger on a system rather than the computer, and it'd would be great if they do this with chrono cross as well becuase of teh dissapearance of my chrono cross disc 1, but wait didn't they put chrono cross on the psp? i saw something like that on youtube.

By: Wilhelm

On: 04:18 Jul 22nd, 2008
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Dragonfly;52985

They'd be crazy to change that script.

Nice to see this coming to the DS. The handheld has been sorely lacking in top grade title recently, but this will be a quick addition to my collection once it comes out.

I've heard they're retranslating it, but it's likely a FFVI-style retranslation, where they kept the fan-favorites of the Woosley translation (like the self-help booklet line from Kefka).

Mobius Zero;52968

I heard this just a day ago on youtube, well, Square Enix, how many times can you port and how well can you do it?

They've only "ported" Chrono Trigger once, so it's not like FFIV, which has three ports (PSX, WSC, GBA) and a remake (NDS) of the original SNES game.

By: Wilhelm

On: 11:00 Aug 6th, 2008
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SQUARE ENIX ANNOUNCE CHRONO TRIGGER THE CLASSIC ADVENTURE AVAILABLE IN EUROPE AND PAL TERRITORIES FOR THE FIRST TIME

London (6th August 2008) � Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix� interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces that CHRONO TRIGGER� will be released across PAL territories in early 2009 exclusively on the Nintendo DS� handheld system.

They say that "time is money" but for our hero, Crono it is much more than that! Get ready to travel through time to avoid the destruction of the world as we know it. With CHRONO TRIGGER, your notion of time will be turned upside down as you race against it like you've never done before, while all the decisions you make along the way will affect past, present and future!

Originally released in 1995 for the Super NES� CHRONO TRIGGER is regarded as a classic that was sadly never released in the PAL territories. We may not have a time machine to rectify the past, but thankfully CHRONO TRIGGER is about to change history. This all-new edition of CHRONO TRIGGER contains all the classic essence of the original while introducing the portability, dual-screen presentation and Touch-Screen functionality of the Nintendo DS.

John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix Ltd. comments, "It gives me great pleasure to see CHRONO TRIGGER being released in Europe and the PAL territories. With its ground breaking story and gameplay, this epic RPG with multiple endings has already won the hearts of many fans and I hope it delights a whole new audience of players into revisiting the CHRONO TRIGGER world time and again."

About CHRONO TRIGGER

Story
When a newly developed teleportation device malfunctions at the Millennial Fair, young Crono must travel through time to rescue his misfortunate companion from an intricate web of past and present perils. The swashbuckling adventure that ensues soon unveils an evil force set to destroy the world, triggering Crono's race against time to change the course of history and bring about a brighter future.

Features
� A masterpiece with an engaging and unparalleled storyline, leading to the discovery of multiple epic conclusions to a journey that transcends time.
� An unprecedented and inspiring musical score created by Yasunori Mitsuda.
� Intriguing battle system made possible by the unique combination of the Active Time Battle system and Tech skills.
� Famed character designer Akira Toriyama lends his signature art style to create the vibrant world that has captivated gamers around the world.
� Taking advantage of the Nintendo DS hardware, CHRONO TRIGGER makes its way onto the portable platform with all-new dual screen presentation and Touch-Screen functionality.
� A brand new dungeon and a DS Wireless Play mode adds exciting new dimensions to this timeless classic.

About Square Enix Co., Ltd.
Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix) with headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, develops, publishes and distributes entertainment content including interactive entertainment software and publications in Asia, North America and Europe. Square Enix brings two of Japan's best-selling franchises � FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 85 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST� which has sold over 45 million units worldwide � under one roof. Square Enix is one of the most influential providers of digital entertainment content in the world and continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.

About Square Enix Ltd.
Located in London, Square Enix Ltd. handles operations in Europe and other PAL territories including sales, marketing and publishing of Square Enix titles. More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix.com

DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, CHRONO TRIGGER, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. in United Kingdom and/or other countries. NINTENDO DS IS A TRADEMARK OF NINTENDO. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Square Enix Limited is a company registered in England & Wales under the number 3679704 whose registered office is Castle House, 37-45 Paul Street, London EC2A 4LS.

Looks like Singing Mountain is basically confirmed now, since they already have some of assets to make it with. ;)