Square Enix Censoring Bravely Default For Western Localization

The localized version of Square Enix's upcoming 3DS JRPG Bravely Default will be censored to better suit a western audience. The ages of certain characters have been raised from 15 to 18 and some of the cast will sport outfits that cover up a bit more skin.

Check out the comparison shots between the original and censored character models below.

 

What do you think of the changes? Are they significant enough to merit discussion? Were these alterations needed in the first place? Let us know in the comments below.

Bravely Default launches on February 7th, exclusively for 3DS.

[Via IGN]

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