Tears to Tiara: Kakan no Daichi

[Anza]

http://www.aquaplus.co.jp/ttt/index.html

PS3 game, not yet released in Japan although it is a remake of a PC game saw the trailer and I WANTS IT XD

http://www.aquaplus.co.jp/ttt/download.html <--- trailer downloads.

Heck I'll have to import this if Atlus doesn't give it any love ;_;

[dorkatlarge]

Hello Anza.

Things Tears to Tiara has in its favor... 1) when the Leaf game Utawarerumono was fan translated earlier this year, Leaf didn't panic. The company has never issued any statement about localizations, but hey, at least it didn't go into a tizzy. 2) It's on a platform which is still alive and well. 3) Leaf/Aquaplus isn't a multi billion dollar company, so it might be less likely to hold tight to its properties.

The anime blog Canned Dogs had this to say about how the PS3 game compares to the Windows version: "So yeah it’s basically a completely new game. They dropped the old artist Furudera Naru and used Amaduyu and Nakamura this time, the battles are in full 3D, the storyline has been completely reworked, and they are using completely different voice actors for all the characters."

[sdragon21]

Found the trailer on youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7wFktZZM6o

and here are some screen shots:
http://www.the-magicbox.com/0805/game080507b.shtml

Look's pretty good from what i've seen. Day one buy for me. 8)

[Magnvs]

The anime blog Canned Dogs had this to say about how the PS3 game compares to the Windows version: "So yeah it’s basically a completely new game. They dropped the old artist Furudera Naru and used Amaduyu and Nakamura this time, the battles are in full 3D, the storyline has been completely reworked, and they are using completely different voice actors for all the characters."
I can confirm the latter statement, the two versions of TtT look like two totally different games, and even the artworks imho are better in the Ps3 version.

Also, speaking of Aquaplus, I would oh-so-like a localization of Utawarerumono's censored Ps2 release ^^

[Marionette]

I hope this game can come this way here translated.

[noloe4]

Just saw the trailer for this. Reminds me of the Shining Force series from the good ole game gear and sega genesis days. Games like this may finally convince me to purchase a current gen console.

[Magnvs]

You can find a trailer here ^^
http://aquaplus.jp/ttt/download.html

It's not a blockbuster, but I find its character design and graphics truly pleasant, they have done a great job in completely rehauling the original game ^^

If dear Atlus could bring this state-side maybe my Ps3 could avoid being pranked day-long by my X360 and Wii :lol:

[Sanctine]

I just saw footage of this, and it looks great. Really does.

I'll be buying a PS3 soon, so I'll buy this day one.

[Sayckeone]

That got me interested. Atlus will pass on this.

[Marionette]

You can find a trailer here ^^
http://aquaplus.jp/ttt/download.html

It's not a blockbuster, but I find its character design and graphics truly pleasant, they have done a great job in completely rehauling the original game ^^

If dear Atlus could bring this state-side maybe my Ps3 could avoid being pranked day-long by my X360 and Wii :lol:

Ohh thanks for the trailer ^_^

[drunkmoron]

I'll get this if it come out. The ps3 really need some good games

[Darkbeat]

I just saw the trailer on Japanese PSN store and it looks great. I don't know if Atlus' deal with Microsoft prevents them from localizing PS3 titles but I'd sure like to see this game in the west! :)

[Voodoo]

I just saw the trailer on Japanese PSN store and it looks great. I don't know if Atlus' deal with Microsoft prevents them from localizing PS3 titles but I'd sure like to see this game in the west! :)

umm no

[Sayckeone]

I've got news for you guys. This one really isn't going to happen; at least not without considerable editing...

[Darkbeat]

It's hentai? Didnt look like it from the trailer I saw...
Oh well then :)

[Futomimi]

Just from a quick google search, the PS3 version seems to be the censored version without any of the H-scenes. It's also been drastically reworked from the original H-game on PC.

[Chronis]

Yeah, I don't think they make H-games on consoles. Yet somehow, even the relation to hentai is probably going to keep Atlus away from it... Though I hope they don't. Show us PS3ers a sign that you care!

[Sanctine]

Just from a quick google search, the PS3 version seems to be the censored version without any of the H-scenes. It's also been drastically reworked from the original H-game on PC.

That's the impression I was under, as well.

[mjemirzian]

Looks like a very generic and uninspired Fire Emblem clone gameplay wise.. storywise looks like the usual fanservice slop.

[Raven]

Looks great, and we need some 3D fantasy SRPG on the PS3.

[Magnvs]

Just from a quick google search, the PS3 version seems to be the censored version without any of the H-scenes. It's also been drastically reworked from the original H-game on PC.
Exactly, as was stated before TtT followed Utawarerumono's path, with an hentai-visual novel\t-jrpg Pc game followed by a console remake which removed the hentai\ecchi parts.

Also, TtT's Ps3 version got a B CERO rating, meaning that the japanese censorship thinks it's suitable for players from the age of 12.

[Graus]

Also, TtT's Ps3 version got a B CERO rating, meaning that the japanese censorship thinks it's suitable for players from the age of 12.

That is somewhat great news if you ask me though opinions might vary between the japanese system and ESRB.

[Hayato]

Also, TtT's Ps3 version got a B CERO rating, meaning that the japanese censorship thinks it's suitable for players from the age of 12.

That is somewhat great news if you ask me though opinions might vary between the japanese system and ESRB.

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/6043/dm06tearstotiarap01ski0.th.jpg (http://img254.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dm06tearstotiarap01ski0.jpg) http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/4048/dm06tearstotiarap02smh1.th.jpg (http://img379.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dm06tearstotiarap02smh1.jpg)


http://img395.imageshack.us/img395/7851/dm06tearstotiaratentaclhg5.jpg (http://img395.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dm06tearstotiaratentaclxt0.jpg)
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[Chronis]

Tentacle rape always adds depth to a storyline.

[Sei]

Watched the trailer, Day one.

[miruki]

http://img395.imageshack.us/img395/7851/dm06tearstotiaratentaclhg5.jpg (http://img395.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dm06tearstotiaratentaclxt0.jpg)
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LOL

Well.. you don't see nipples, so it's okay, right? XD And anyways, if you fight a tentacle monster and it fights back those things happen, the monster only thinks of defending himself! It would never grope a poor animu girl without a good reason, wouldn't it? :>

Anyways, I'd love to see the game in english. If only for that scene, lol. :D

[Constraint]

I sometimes don't get hentai.
If i was the girl getting force sexed,I'd kick thier balls.

[Sei]

No sir, you would flimsily resists for a few seconds until the intense pleasure from the evil tentacle monsters got to you and you gave it up. Interesting stills would follow.

Extensive research indicates this is the case in 99.9% of tentacle monster attacks. Rescue, if it happens, is usually by an outside source.

[DamnedToBeFree]

You people scare me.

[Chronis]

But at the same time, intrigue me...

[from_the_depths_420]

Wow this game looks pretty good. But knowing my luck it will be JP onry.

[Zeether]

Tentacle rape always adds depth to a storyline.
Indeed.

[Graus]

Some scores for it so far from Famitsu(lawl)
Tears to Tiara: Kakan no Daichi PS3 6-7-6-6(25/40)

Dengeki Review:
75-75-75-80

[mjemirzian]

What do you expect from a cheap H-game ported to console and stripped of the reason anyone played it on PC?

[James Fiend]

What do you expect from a cheap H-game ported to console and stripped of the reason anyone played it on PC?I usually agree with this for titles like Fate/Stay Night and Utawaremomnono, but it looks like this one is a much bigger overhaul than the other two, which featured voice-overs and a couple extra scenes/abilities and whatever, and complete censoring. Still wouldn't buy it, but it looks like a much better deal than the other Visual Novel ports.

[NeverChris]

The PS3 needs some more RPG's and I'd definitely get this one.

[Haruna]

LOL, CERO(the Japanese equivalent of the ESRB) gave this a B(suitable for ages 12+) rating. If the ESRB gaffs like that and gives it a T rating, maybe it has a chance here. But that's pretty unlikely.

http://hatimaki.blog110.fc2.com/blog-entry-534.html
Even if there's little explicit material, the suggestiveness is overwhelming.

[James Fiend]

LOL, CERO(the Japanese equivalent of the ESRB) gave this a B(suitable for ages 12+) rating. If the ESRB gaffs like that and gives it a T rating, maybe it has a chance here. But that's pretty unlikely.

http://hatimaki.blog110.fc2.com/blog-entry-534.html
Even if there's little explicit material, the suggestiveness is overwhelming.That link made me spit water. That is a hilarious way to avoid the higher rating.

[mjemirzian]

That's not milk.

[Raidou11]

LOL, CERO(the Japanese equivalent of the ESRB) gave this a B(suitable for ages 12+) rating. If the ESRB gaffs like that and gives it a T rating, maybe it has a chance here. But that's pretty unlikely.

http://hatimaki.blog110.fc2.com/blog-entry-534.html
Even if there's little explicit material, the suggestiveness is overwhelming.

Pretty strange. I mean.. Cero B is actually lower than T.

[Chronis]

Even so, in Japan, sexual... stuff isn't as looked down upon as here. Over here, it's horrible! Not natural! EVIL! Over there, it's natural stuff. Part of human nature.

[Futomimi]

Yeah, uh, like has been explained before, the ESRB doesn't just "translate" ratings. They have their own set of standards for their ratings, and they're much different from the ones used in Japan. The Megaten games that have come over are a good example of this.

[Sanctine]

Even so, in Japan, sexual... stuff isn't as looked down upon as here. Over here, it's horrible! Not natural! EVIL! Over there, it's natural stuff. Part of human nature.

I'd like to go on record as saying that while sex is a natural part of life, Japanese sex is not.

[&gt;:-(]

I'd like to go on record as saying that while sex is a natural part of life, Japanese sex is not.

Just because some middle aged salary man likes to exert his loli rape fantasm once in awhile, doesn't mean it's not totally normal.

[Graus]

I wouldn't consider those two reviews worth going "This game blows, I havent even played it and I know it blows lawl"

Time will tell how well this will sell.

[Servantez]

I'm very interested in this title, and considering the lack of PS3 RPG's, this would make a great addition to the PS3 library. I would definitely purchase it if it were to get a localization.

[Raidou11]

I'm very interested in this title, and considering the lack of PS3 RPG's, this would make a great addition to the PS3 library. I would definitely purchase it if it were to get a localization.

Game looks okay, but its for the ps3? I think I will pass.. The ps3 costs 400 bucks, the most expensive console in the world. However, I will get the ps3 only after the release of Final Fantasy Versus XIII.

[Graus]

I'm very interested in this title, and considering the lack of PS3 RPG's, this would make a great addition to the PS3 library. I would definitely purchase it if it were to get a localization.

Game looks okay, but its for the ps3? I think I will pass.. The ps3 costs 400 bucks, the most expensive console in the world. However, I will get the ps3 only after the release of Final Fantasy Versus XIII.

Yeah well, people with PS3 and interest in RPG's still want it :roll:

EDIT: While not relevant, Tears to Tiara is getting an animated version late this year/early next year. Link to trailer below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHPxylMdeuk

EDIT2: Also throwing in a higher quality YouTube trailer for the game.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vcn1FxutaYI&feature=related

[Lamace]

I found these fairly long gameplay videos on Youtube, enjoy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPFb2ZVAYmM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7w-_7iI084

[Tears of Ash]

Games like these need to come over stateside. I had wished games like Agarest Senki would've come over, but that was too much to ask. Though Tears to Tiara you know......actually looks good and looks like something from this generation. I can see it selling well, at least among our crowd.

I'm tired of how certain "genres" of Japanese games just don't make it over here. Games are games: If enough people want to play them, they should bring 'em over.

[DamnedToBeFree]

I'm tired of how certain "genres" of Japanese games just don't make it over here. Games are games: If enough people want to play them, they should bring 'em over.

lol

[Tears of Ash]

I was thinking along the lines of how it uses the 2D cutscenes kinda like in visual novels. In other words, they should bring over more visual novels too. Obviously srpgs make it over here enough. :P

[Futomimi]

Oh. I thought you meant H-games.

[DamnedToBeFree]

That's what I thought he/she meant as well.

[Tears of Ash]

Oh. I thought you meant H-games.

Those make it over here, actually. At least, I know they used to. Haven't kept up with it in a while.

[mjemirzian]

Are PS3 owners really this desperate for RPG content?

Or do people on this board just want to see more cattle related malfunctions?

[dorkatlarge]

Dakkodango Translations is currently trying to fan translate the original PC [H game] edition of Tears to Tiara. Like other similar projects, there's no guarantee that there'll be a patch, or that it'll get done. But it could happen in a year or two.

[iammako3]

Judging from Kotaku, I though this game was more visual novel than it actually is. Now that I've seen some of the videos from this thread, I'm digging this game! I would buy this if it gets ported. Hell, I might import it and use a fan-translation if it doesn't! ^_^

[growlanservoter]

To aswer your question yes PS3 owners are desparate for RPG content. I personally play RPG's the most and a 400 dollar price tag doesn't warrant me to buy a lousy system I can see Sony dropping out of the platform industry in fact I really could care less the PS2 is better imo :twisted:

[Sayckeone]

I'm a PS3 owner, and I am not desperate for RPG content.

[Sei]

I am a PS3 owner. I am desperate for RPG content. The count right now stands at 0 unless you count stuff like Folklore.

To answer your question yes PS3 owners are desparate for RPG content. I personally play RPG's the most and a 400 dollar price tag doesn't warrant me to buy a lousy system I can see Sony dropping out of the platform industry in fact I really could care less the PS2 is better imo

I would QFT if not for MGS 4, and for the PS3 being a great system. It is however lacking gameswise. I took the liberty of adding an n, hope you don't mind.

[Chronis]

Encharted Arms has the PS3 RPG count at 1. >_> So ha!

[Sei]

^ Truth!. How could I forget that work of art. I actually have it too, got the LE with Superman Returns for 360 for 12 both new. Comes with an artbook!.

Guess that's why I overlooked the PS3 port.

Also, Disgaea 3 came out today I guess, so that makes it 2!. Things are looking up, fast!

[Lamace]

While I think that the PS3 needs more RPG's, I dont think that its starving for them now. Like these are the RPG's currently out for it:

WRPG -
Dark Kingdom
Marvel Ultimate Alliance
Oblivion

JRPG -
Folklore
Enchanted Arms
Disgaea 3

And here are the ones that will be coming out by the end of the year:

WRPG -
Fallout 3
Sacred 2

JRPG -
Eternal Sonata
Valkyria Chronicles
The Last Remnant? (Maybe)

So while I think it could use more RPG's, there are enough out right now and will be out soon to satisfy my needs for a while. Basically if they do bring more over great, but if they don't then I wont throw a fit over it or any thing.

[System_Error]

While I think that the PS3 needs more RPG's, I dont think that its starving for them now. Like these are the RPG's currently out for it:

WRPG -
Dark Kingdom
Marvel Ultimate Alliance
Oblivion

JRPG -
Folklore
Enchanted Arms
Disgaea 3

And here are the ones that will be coming out by the end of the year:

WRPG -
Fallout 3
Sacred 2

JRPG -
Eternal Sonata
Valkyria Chronicles
The Last Remnant? (Maybe)

So while I think it could use more RPG's, there are enough out right now and will be out soon to satisfy my needs for a while. Basically if they do bring more over great, but if they don't then I wont throw a fit over it or any thing.

Not RPGs

[Sei]

I don't think Marvel Ultimate Alliance would count either, but maybe that's just me.

[Graus]

I don't think Marvel Ultimate Alliance would count either, but maybe that's just me.

Fully with you on that one.

[Chronis]

Also, with such a low count, there really isn't any variety. if I don't want to buy a new game about a musician, that basicaslly cuts down my choices to 33% or 50%.

[Pixel]

Kotaku (http://kotaku.com/5047738/your-guide-to-ps3-tears-tentacles-bondage-and-cow-milking) says the guide was just published in Japan.

I almost posted this under the Record of Agarest War thread. Honest mistake thwarted at last second.

[Magnvs]

I read that those pics are about the only ecchi things in the game (there is a whole lot of more sober fanservice, of course), and that probably explain the low CERO rating.

That said, I am rather interested in this, I would like Atlus USA to repeat the SF3\OD X360 jrpg-barrage on Ps3 by announcing TtT and Agarest Wars (even if the latter would be better suited on X360, given the additional contents).

[dorkatlarge]

Just learned through Novelnews.net (aka "Encubed") that the group Dakkodango Translations has "...finished translating and editing the script..." of the original PC edition of Tears to Tiara, and is "...now taking applications for beta testers..."

It's rather rare that a video game fan translation team gets interrupted by a company's official translation. I have this vague recollection that the unofficial and official translations of Shining Soul for GBA were close together in time, but that was at least five years ago...

[dorkatlarge]

Dakkodango's work is already done.

Their patch won't work with the PS3 version. For those willing to purchase the original PC H-PRG, one import shop sells it for $99 US. You might find it for less if you're willing to work with various Yahoo Auction Japan translation/customer assistance-in-English services.

[Magnvs]

Dakkodango's work is already done.

Their patch won't work with the PS3 version. For those willing to purchase the original PC H-PRG, one import shop sells it for $99 US. You might find it for less if you're willing to work with various Yahoo Auction Japan translation/customer assistance-in-English services.
For those interested, the aformentioned shop is the eroge branch of HimeyaShop, unsurprisingly called ErogeShop.

Remember that the original Pc version is NOT to the Ps3 port: not only it's done in a rather low budget 2d, but there are still erotic contents, and the plot seems to be fairly different from the Ps3 port (correct me if I am wrong, since my informations on this last topic are rather vague).

[dorkatlarge]

To Magnus: if you're curious about the plot and themes of the PC edition of Tears to Tiara, there's some commentary here on JanimeS: http://www.anime-anime.com/lore/article.php?id=192 . The person apparently played the game in the original language... but uses the phrase "hentai game" for some reason. Avoiding that precise phrase is a shibboleth among dedicated fans (in other words, a way to separate the n00bs from the l33t). Don't tell anyone that though! :)

The above link doesn't describe the differences between the PC edition and the PS3 port. The link *is* Safe For Work, just in case anyone was concerned.

[Sanctine]

To Magnus: if you're curious about the plot and themes of the PC edition of Tears to Tiara, there's some commentary here on JanimeS: http://www.anime-anime.com/lore/article.php?id=192 . The person apparently played the game in the original language... but uses the phrase "hentai game" for some reason. Avoiding that precise phrase is a shibboleth among dedicated fans (in other words, a way to separate the n00bs from the l33t). Don't tell anyone that though! :)

The above link doesn't describe the differences between the PC edition and the PS3 port. The link *is* Safe For Work, just in case anyone was concerned.

The graphics look nicer than what I was expecting. I'll have to check this out. I really enjoyed Utene.... Utemem... Utemeronoomo or however the hell you spell it.

[Divals]

Bump. I don't suppose there's any chance of Atlus picking this up, is there?

[VMan]

Read the Kotaku article?

[Divals]

Yah, that's where I first learned about it. A whole half-hour ago. It looks interesting.

[Igor]

If there is Tentacle Rape in it I don't see why they couldn't censor it along the lines of Space Channel 5 Part 2's second boss like this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaJ3AQFvVFw

[VMan]

If there is Tentacle Rape in it I don't see why they couldn't censor it along the lines of Space Channel 5 Part 2's second boss like this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaJ3AQFvVFw

Ahh yes, I remember that part. "Oooh slimey, its so incredibly slimey......"

[dorkatlarge]

The (surprisingly) worksafe site Eroge Notes has a number of thoughts on the fan translated Windows game, as well as comparisons to the PS3 edition. Relevant link: http://eroge.wordpress.com/2009/02/04/tears-to-tiara-review/#more-65

Side note: a TV anime based on Tears to Tiara will begin in April 09. According to Wikipedia, it will be simultaneously broadcast on Animax stations in East/Central Asia. (Don't be too surprised if individuals choose to fansub the TV series. In anime fandom, an awful lot of televised shows get fansubbed. In video game fandom... there will be video footage on Youtube, but the dialogue and text probably won't be translated. And if a game isn't professionally translated, be glad if you get an FAQ in English.)

[Graus]

"Oh noes, jrpg with suggestive content and themes. How shocking"

[Taroni]

damn someone beat me to suggesting this

EDIT:Crap how do I delete....

[Taroni]

Oh. I thought you meant H-games.

Those make it over here, actually. At least, I know they used to. Haven't kept up with it in a while.

Two words: Ar Tonelico

Read between the lines... even the back of the box .. "Remember your first...."

[Sanctine]

damn someone beat me to suggesting this

...More than a year ago. lol

[Taroni]

I see... the screens from the play-asia.com looked good lol

[Steel Greyfalke]

This Look like Insanity ,kinda Reminds me Of Devilman for some odd reason:o

[skeezer]

This game looks so good, Why hasn't it been localized T__T, With it's confirmed sequel for Japan, isn't it time to bring this awesome looking game here? :)

[IzayoiSakuya]

this must be localized :surprise:

[Kesseki]

I was hoping this would beat out Agarest for localization, but I guess not!



The graphics look nicer than what I was expecting. I'll have to check this out. I really enjoyed Utene.... Utemem... Utemeronoomo or however the hell you spell it.
Underwater Ray Romano

[landlock]

Also now that the anime has been licensed by Sentai it would be a nice tie in to release at the sametime.

[Green Card]

Looks interesting. I would probably pick this up if it came here.

[Quig]

Hentai, really? Can't read Japanese so I don't know. It looks amazing though!

[Kesseki]

Hentai, really? Can't read Japanese so I don't know. It looks amazing though!

I think it was a hentai game on PC, but the console versions of such games usually have all the actual porno removed.

[dorkatlarge]

Not too long ago, the anime spinoffs of Shuffle and Higurashi were licensed. Later, the original visual novels were licensed. This was rather remarkable -- something which hadn't happened in English before.

That said, be glad that Tears to Tiara for Windows has been fan translated. I honestly don't know if the PS3 version will be licensed (even though the never-adult game Agarest Senki was) For many bishoujo games, fans are lucky if there is even an FAQ in English.

[landlock]

To be fair Agarest Senki is different to this that was published by Idea Factoy the Euro publisher Midas have published quite a few of there titles in Europe over the years before AS.

As for Tears Of Tiara hopefully MangaGamer will license the PC version along with To Heart 2 that is the best bet to be honest.

[Quig]

To be fair Agarest Senki is different to this that was published by Idea Factoy the Euro publisher Midas have published quite a few of there titles in Europe over the years before AS.

As for Tears Of Tiara hopefully MangaGamer will license the PC version along with To Heart 2 that is the best bet to be honest.

What games have been done in Europe, and are we talking PS3 or PC?

[landlock]

To be fair Agarest Senki is different to this that was published by Idea Factoy the Euro publisher Midas have published quite a few of there titles in Europe over the years before AS.

As for Tears Of Tiara hopefully MangaGamer will license the PC version along with To Heart 2 that is the best bet to be honest.

What games have been done in Europe, and are we talking PS3 or PC?

Well I did say over the years so Agarest Senki is there first PS3 title period.

But a quick list goes:
Ultimate Sku Surfer (PS2) (EU)
Black Stone: Magic And Steel (XBox) (NA/EU)
Generations Of Chaos (PSP) (NA/EU)
Spectral Force (NA/EU)
Spectral Vs Generation (PS2/PSP) (EU)
Generations Of Chaos II (PSP) (EU/NA)
Neverland Senki Zero/Realm Of The Dead (EU)
Spectral Force Genesis (DS) (EU)
Sakura Wars (PS2/Wii) (NA/EU)
Agarest Senki (PS3) (EU)
Agarest Senki Zero (PS3) (EU) (according to the rep)