Record of Agarest War (PS3)

[Lamace]

If you don't know this is an SRPG made by Idea Factory, which Atlus just announced that they are releasing thier X-Box 360 title Spectral Force 3. So I figured that the PS3 could use some loving by Atlus as well, also there is a free demo up on the Japanese PSN check it out its quite fun.

http://games.cnews.ru/trophy/screens/record_of_agarest_war/aaj.jpg

[Sayckeone]

Atlus already made the mistake of picking up one of NISA's left overs, let's not encourage them to do it again.

[animedemon]

This is NIS property thy sign with IF

[Squall81]

This game looks nice, you can never have enough SRPG.

[Kakizaki]

This game looks nice, you can never have enough SRPG.

When they are all of the same cookie cutter quality, yes you can.

[Sayckeone]

It's frustrating that #### like this makes it over here, yet Square Enix won't give us Front Mission 5, because 4 sold like ass. Where are you people when decent SRPGs get localized? Something tells me you really don't give a damn about the genre; you're just attracted to the off beat, yet typical, anime style of recent ones. Your interest in the genre is superficial at best, and is part of the problem with the degradation of it these past two generations.

[Squall81]

Some of us own all the Front Mission games ( at least the few that were released here).

I picked up Front Mission DS the other day. I just haven't had a shot to play it yet with so many other games piled up right now.

[Lamace]

It's frustrating that #### like this makes it over here, yet Square Enix won't give us Front Mission 5, because 4 sold like ass. Where are you people when decent SRPGs get localized? Something tells me you really don't give a damn about the genre; you're just attracted to the off beat, yet typical, anime style of recent ones. Your interest in the genre is superficial at best, and is part of the problem with the degradation of it these past two generations.

Well excuse me for liking Idea Factory games, and FYI I own and love Front Mission 4 and have made several requests to Square-Enix to bring over 5 as well.

I do agree that this isn't the best SRPG out there, but that doesn't mean that its a bad game. I'm just trying to get more SRPG's over to America since its one of my favorite genre's.

[Sayckeone]

There's no excuse for you.

[Kakizaki]

It's frustrating that #### like this makes it over here, yet Square Enix won't give us Front Mission 5, because 4 sold like ass. Where are you people when decent SRPGs get localized? Something tells me you really don't give a damn about the genre; you're just attracted to the off beat, yet typical, anime style of recent ones. Your interest in the genre is superficial at best, and is part of the problem with the degradation of it these past two generations.

Well excuse me for liking Idea Factory games, and FYI I own and love Front Mission 4 and have made several requests to Square-Enix to bring over 5 as well.

I do agree that this isn't the best SRPG out there, but that doesn't mean that its a bad game. I'm just trying to get more SRPG's over to America since its one of my favorite genre's.

If Idea Factory srpgs didn't all look the same, I would agree. The formula gets old.

[Lamace]

There's no excuse for you.

Alright then since you seem to think that this is the worst game that ever came from Japan, what would you suggest Atlus bring over in its place for the PS3? Mist of Chaos? Megazone 23: Aoi Garland? Or would you rather the PS3 get nothing, and have Atlus just slap a big F-you to PS3 owners?

[Sayckeone]

My comments have nothing to do with consoles; they have everything to do with sub par SRPGs. But since you want to turn it into a console thing, just because there's nothing for Atlus to localize on PS3 at the moment, doesn't mean they have to go after bad games. Localizing garbage and selling it to customers because there's nothing else is a bigger #### you to them, saying, "Hey, they'll buy anything we localize, so why not," than saying, "There's really nothing for us to localize on PS3 right now, but sit tight, because as soon as there is, we'll definitely bring it to you." Atlus doesn't need to get on PS3 yet; there are still PS2 games that deserve localization, and PS2 is still selling.

[Lamace]

My comments have nothing to do with consoles; they have everything to do with sub par SRPGs. But since you want to turn it into a console thing, just because there's nothing for Atlus to localize on PS3 at the moment, doesn't mean they have to go after bad games. Localizing garbage and selling it to customers because there's nothing else is a bigger #### you to them, saying, "Hey, they'll buy anything we localize, so why not," than saying, "There's really nothing for us to localize on PS3 right now, but sit tight, because as soon as there is, we'll definitely bring it to you." Atlus doesn't need to get on PS3 yet; there are still PS2 games that deserve localization, and PS2 is still selling.

Ok if thats the way you want it, I'm not going to argue with you. I only recommended this game because I like Idea Factory, and I thoroughly enjoyed the demo I played. We cant all agree on the same game, and thats ok too, and in the end its all up too Atlus on what they want to bring over.

[RayFoxSith]

^You really don't wanna argue with Sayck. He will turn this conversation around.

[System_Error]

Saycke will make you cry for your mommy, dont front xD

[Kakizaki]

^You really don't wanna argue with Sayck. He will turn this conversation around.

Why bug the dude? He threw in the towel

[Arjuna]

Posting for the sake of posting imo.

[Hayato]

Woah mang, no need to get volatile.

While I can't speak for IF's PSP games (I don't really buy PSP games anymore; it's hard enough to follow games on one system, let alone four :s), I do own one of their PS2 srpgs (Rebirth Moon, actually) and while it's not the greatest game in the world, it's not like it's the worst, either. The storyline was decent imo (it's hard enough to find a good RPG with a good story nowadays, anyway), and the battle system was actually kinda neat and interesting - I liked it, to say the least. The only thing that really got me was the lazy programming/infinite load times, haha.

I haven't played much of Agarest Senki's demo but it wasn't that bad. The battle system looks a little confusing at first glance, but I'm sure I'll figure it out soon enough. That's the thing with IF; they always try putting new stuff into their battle systems but they're rather hit-or-miss. I would not call their battle systems "cookie cutter" at all, really. :\

Either way, I don't really care if Agarest gets licensed or not, but if someone wants it here, all the more power to 'em.

[RayFoxSith]

^You really don't wanna argue with Sayck. He will turn this conversation around.

Why bug the dude? He threw in the towel

I actually thought he was continuing the arguement. Didn't notice that until now. But I still stand to my post.

[Magnvs]

Woah mang, no need to get volatile.

While I can't speak for IF's PSP games (I don't really buy PSP games anymore; it's hard enough to follow games on one system, let alone four :s), I do own one of their PS2 srpgs (Rebirth Moon, actually) and while it's not the greatest game in the world, it's not like it's the worst, either. The storyline was decent imo (it's hard enough to find a good RPG with a good story nowadays, anyway), and the battle system was actually kinda neat and interesting - I liked it, to say the least. The only thing that really got me was the lazy programming/infinite load times, haha.

I haven't played much of Agarest Senki's demo but it wasn't that bad. The battle system looks a little confusing at first glance, but I'm sure I'll figure it out soon enough. That's the thing with IF; they always try putting new stuff into their battle systems but they're rather hit-or-miss. I would not call their battle systems "cookie cutter" at all, really. :\

Either way, I don't really care if Agarest gets licensed or not, but if someone wants it here, all the more power to 'em.
I totally agree, I have played most of the GoCs and SS games and I find truly irritating that there is such an amount of IF-haters who act only because of IF games' low production values and poor graphic (next-gen wise, since the GoCs and SSs were totally fine in the Ps2 line up, as far as t-jrpg go), generally without knowing anything of those games'gameplay and plot.

Agarest Senki can be either trash or a good niche t-jrpg, but all this ruckus about the "you-don't-support-FM-so-you-arent'hardcore-enough" is truly uneducated and baseless, since the fact FM5 wasn't released (shame on SE) has nothing to do with t-jrpg fans' desire to have new games to play (and no, many of us like even low budget productions, thank you).

The fault, so to speak, stands on the weird publishing habits of a sh which localizes Dawn of Mana and Musashi trashing FM5 instead, maybe because of this same hateful "poor-graphic-don't-stand-a-chance" attitude seen here about IF games.

[animedemon]

i really see NIS bring this over

[monkmaster79]

Here's the site if for those who haven't seen it.

http://www.compileheart.com/agarest/index.html

[animedemon]

http://youtube.com/watch?v=aQtTcn_qJTg
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/25238.html
trailer for the game 8)

[Sugoi]

The demo was honestly much better than I expected it to be. While it didn't feel like there was a ton of depth to it, the game was certainly very solid and pretty fun. The power flow system (I have no idea what the actual name for it is) was also interesting and made for some decently over-the-top attacks. It didn't really make a very strong impression on me, though.

With that said, it does definitely have the feel of something that NISA would bring over rather than Atlus. And let's not forget there's that whole issue with it being kind of ecchi... (http://kotaku.com/gaming/let.s-talk-about-sex-baby/the-ps3-breeding-rpg-287563.php)

[Futomimi]

With that said, it does definitely have the feel of something that NISA would bring over rather than Atlus. And let's not forget there's that whole issue with it being kind of ecchi... (http://kotaku.com/gaming/let.s-talk-about-sex-baby/the-ps3-breeding-rpg-287563.php)

Now I really don't support this. Lame.

[DamageCity]

Something tells me you really don't give a damn about the genre; you're just attracted to the off beat, yet typical, anime style of recent ones. Your interest in the genre is superficial at best, and is part of the problem with the degradation of it these past two generations.

You hit the nail on the head there my friend. I'm so sick of foreign otaku.

[Sayckeone]

OK...

I would like to renege on my previous statements in this thread. I'm currently playing the JPN demo, and I'm interested. While the story sequences are most likely typical Japanimu trash, the battles so far are fun and show signs of some depth.

So, uh, yeah. I might support this.

EDIT: After wondering the graphics had pixelated edges I switch my Tv to normal SD format and the game looked considerably better. A PS3 title that doesn't support 16:9. GTFO

[Clephas]

I am enjoying the demo, and I am liking the battle system. I like the concept of breeding... reminds me of Phantasy Star III. I loved that game...

I would have loved to see another Front Mission game, as I loved the story in 3 and somewhat less so in 4. I also liked the ability to disable a mech by blowing off its arms and legs... go shotgun!

Why do I like Idea Factory's games? Pretty much because I'm a pixel addict. Most of my favorite games are 2D to one degree or another (with notable exceptions). I honestly don't enjoy 3D as much... What this says about me, I don't know and I don't really care. (ok, I do care, and I'll probably answer with heat if someone says something insulting).

That is not to say that I can't appreciate a good 3D game... I loved Xenosaga I & II, and I am enjoying Lost Odyssey currently. However, awe-inspiring graphics won't keep me in a game, only the story can do that. (and possibly an oddball concept or two, like the breeding in this game)

[Voodoo]

I need to try the demo first but consider me interested.

[dorkatlarge]

At RPGFan, there was a transcript of an interview with Yo####eru Sato from Idea Factory. He stated an interest in getting Agarest Senki translated.

[Sei]

I'd buy it.

[Sayckeone]

I played the demo, and it seemed interesting, but I doubt I'd buy it.

[Sei]

You could offer to buy it if they bring over EO 3 :wink:. Or Elminage!

[Magnvs]

I think making promises here isn't safe anymore, the admins on this board have the scary habit of keeping every such post in their dungeon in order to haunt you months later XD

Anyway, I will almost surely buy it, hoping that one among Atlus USA or NiSA step in for the localization.

[Clephas]

Somebody was spreading a rumor around Gamefaqs and NISA's sites that ESRB was thinking of keeping this out of America due to suggestive themes. In specific, certain images of females devouring certain foods in suggestive ways. Proof of a double standard - if its true - if there ever was one.

[jj984jj]

You could offer to buy it if they bring over EO 3 :wink:. Or Elminage!
Why would anyone want them to waste time on Idea Factory crap to bring over the better games?

[Inzaghi]

Somebody was spreading a rumor around Gamefaqs and NISA's sites that ESRB was thinking of keeping this out of America due to suggestive themes. In specific, certain images of females devouring certain foods in suggestive ways. Proof of a double standard - if its true - if there ever was one.

That's a pretty baseless rumor, since the ESRB doesn't work that way. They can't preemptively keep games out of the country; a game would first have to be picked up, completely localized, submitted to the ESRB, and then receive an AO rating. Which it wouldn't get on the basis of those pictures.

[Clephas]

I thought as much. It sounded a bit far-fetched.

[Arjuna]

Fully support this, PS3 is ####ing dry on RPG/SRPG's. Though D3 is coming out, I doubt I will like it anywhere near as much as this so far.

[Sayckeone]

This may actually be a good chance for Atlus to break into the PS3 market. The only other company I see touching this is NISA.

[Magnvs]

This may actually be a good chance for Atlus to break into the PS3 market. The only other company I see touching this is NISA.
Glad to see you support an IF\Compile Heart game (no irony) ^^

Anyway I agree, Ps3's western jrpg scene needs some oxygen, and I think Agarest Wars (and maybe the fanservice-fest X Edge) could be a nice move for Atlus USA ^^

[Ticci]

This may actually be a good chance for Atlus to break into the PS3 market. The only other company I see touching this is NISA.
Glad to see you support an IF game (no irony) ^^

Anyway I agree, Ps3's western jrpg scene needs some oxygen, and I think Agarest Wars (and maybe the fanservice-fest X Edge) could be a nice move for Atlus USA ^^

Sure,but don't tell our italian friends we are supporting X Edge XD

[Magnvs]

Sure,but don't tell our italian friends we are supporting X Edge XD
Well, at least games like XEdge\Chaos Wars\Namco X Capcom are clearly made for fanboys of the various franchises involved, I can't understand those who bash them making comparisons to Xenosaga or [insert random high budget Ps2 jrpg], not understanding how the games'aim is completely different :? It's like comparing a t-jrpg to an action jrpg, plus those mega-mix are usually developed by low-budget companies like IF or Compile Heart, which adds to their niche status :wink:

Back to Agarest Senki, I read that its fanservice do not cross the line, so this shouldn't have any problem coming to the States ^^ In truth, I LOVE jrpgs with generations-based plots like Fire Emblem 4, Romancing SaGa 2 or Phantasy Star 3, and that's why I continue to hope for a stateside release despite all odds XD Plus, its AP system seems to have potential ^^

[Ticci]

Sure,but don't tell our italian friends we are supporting X Edge XD
Well, at least games like XEdge\Chaos Wars\Namco X Capcom are clearly made for fanboys of the various franchises involved, I can't understand those who bash them making comparisons to Xenosaga or [insert random high budget Ps2 jrpg], not understanding how the games'aim is completely different :? It's like comparing a t-jrpg to an action jrpg, plus those mega-mix are usually developed by low-budget companies like IF or Compile Heart, which adds to their niche status :wink:

Back to Agarest Senki, I read that its fanservice do not cross the line, so this shouldn't have any problem coming to the States ^^ In truth, I LOVE jrpgs with generations-based plots like Fire Emblem 4, Romancing SaGa 2 or Phantasy Star 3, and that's why I continue to hope for a stateside release despite all odds XD Plus, its AP system seems to have potential ^^

Totally agree with you.Just for example,I bought Spectral Souls and Generation of Chaos for PSP and I found them very good games,but they aren't high-budget games ^^ And I don't understand who bashes against IF ^^
Back to AS,will I be able to play it without knowing the previous games of the series?

(Seisen no Keifu's a great game,anyway)

[Magnvs]

Totally agree with you.Just for example,I bought Spectral Souls and Generation of Chaos for PSP and I found them very good games,but they aren't high-budget games ^^ And I don't understand who bashes against IF ^^
Back to AS,will I be able to play it without knowing the previous games of the series?

(Seisen no Keifu's a great game,anyway)
As far as I know, Agarest Senki is completely stand alone plot-wise ^^
It shouldn't be linked in any way to the Neverland setting or any other brand, since it's mainly Compile Heart's work even if it was jointly developed with IF and RE.

Regarding SnK, you know how much I love that game, and I am truly happy that you are liking it also, I feared the vast maps and looooong battles could dishearten you ^^

[Ticci]

Totally agree with you.Just for example,I bought Spectral Souls and Generation of Chaos for PSP and I found them very good games,but they aren't high-budget games ^^ And I don't understand who bashes against IF ^^
Back to AS,will I be able to play it without knowing the previous games of the series?

(Seisen no Keifu's a great game,anyway)
As far as I know, Agarest Senki is completely stand alone plot-wise ^^
It shouldn't be linked in any way to the Neverland setting or any other brand, since it's mainly Compile Heart's work even if it was jointly developed with IF and RE.

Regarding SnK, you know how much I love that game, and I am truly happy that you are liking it also, I feared the vast maps and looooong battles could dishearten you ^^

Good news that AS is a stand alone game,maybe I could give it a chance...

Don't worry,huge maps are the last problem ^^ Pairing system's the biggest XD

[Marionette]

I'd buy that game if it translate.

[from_the_depths_420]

It's frustrating that #### like this makes it over here, yet Square Enix won't give us Front Mission 5, because 4 sold like ass. Where are you people when decent SRPGs get localized? Something tells me you really don't give a damn about the genre; you're just attracted to the off beat, yet typical, anime style of recent ones. Your interest in the genre is superficial at best, and is part of the problem with the degradation of it these past two generations.

The man speaks the truth. I have been bitching for years now about FM5.

[Graus]

Would be great to see this picked up by Atlus, but I think the chances are pretty slim.

[Alkara]

Heck I support this, I'd love to see this game ported. I loved Phantasy Star III's unique generation system, glad to see it kinda return in this game.

[Constraint]

I'd support this.

PS3 has no JRPG(stateside) whatsoever right now.

[drunkmoron]

I support this coming over. It look like a fun srpg

[miruki]

I'd totally buy it too, I'd really like to see another SRPG besides D3 on the PS3 and the demo was pretty neat too... I really like those high quality character drawings.

[Hayato]

PS3 has no JRPG(stateside) whatsoever right now.

Folklore doesn't count as an rpg? :v


eta: I'd buy it if it were localized. On the other hand, I'd just import it if it's decided that there's no chance of it ever coming over, so. But I uh, fully realize that not everyone imports, so... I support this coming here 100%, for all the people who want it here.

I'll even buy another copy if it gets localized and I already own the JP version. I've done that with a few games already. :v

[Sanctine]

Folklore doesn't count as an rpg? :v

From what I hear, no.

But Enchanted Arms does.

[Hayato]

Enchanted Arms isn't a jrpg though, is it?

[Kid Marin]

It is.

[LadyDuoMaxwell]

But EA it's not that great. :?

[Kitsunexus]

Umm, I'm stupid. :oops: Is this related to Record of Lodoss War?

[Sayckeone]

No.

[System_Error]

So, Atlus... you should bring this here


only if you bring Elminage first.

[Inzaghi]

Umm, I'm stupid. :oops: Is this related to Record of Lodoss War?

Only linguistically. The word "senki" basically translates to "war record/chronicle," and the original titles were Lodoss Senki and Agarest Senki, respectively.

[bravesoul]

I'll like this game in the US.

[Zeether]

Holy crap, Compile Heart.

I approve.

[Constraint]

^ Which is the brother of Idea Factory.

[Kakizaki]

:roll: No, it is not......We have gone over this before. Compile Heart is comprised of former members of Compile. Compile was known primarily for Puyo Puyo and the shooter series Aleste.

Idea Factory may have published something for CH, but outside of that, there is no connection.....

[Sayckeone]

^Compile Heart is a subsidiary of Idea Factory. There's a huge connection.

http://www.rpgfan.com/features/if-interview2008/index.html

RPGFan recently got in touch with Co-Founder and Director of Idea Factory, Yo####eru Sato. We presented as many questions as we could to give our readers a chance to learn more about one of Japan's most prolific game-developing/publishing studios.

...

Q: For Chaos Wars, Idea Factory teamed up with Atlus, Aruze and RED Entertainment. Last year's Agarest Senki was a joint project of Idea Factory, your new company Compile Heart and RED Entertainment. Can you tell us about the idea/concept behind these cooperations.

A: Well, the idea behind "Chaos Wars" was simply to break down the boundaries between game companies and work together to create a game that featured a dream team of characters. We approached each company individually with the idea and due to the positive cooperation of each party the idea became a reality. So the concept of Chaos Wars I guess, and this is connected to what I touched on earlier, is that we are always committed to try new things and challenge ourselves and not just regurgitate old ideas with a fresh lick of paint. Of course, since Chaos Wars, we also went on to collaborate with RED Entertainment again with our subsidiary company Compile Heart for Record of Agarest War (Agarest Senki). RED Entertainment Corporation took on the work of developing a large part of the game scenarios and we worked together in tandem to create what has become a very successful title for us in Japan. Safe to say that these collaborations are just the start of things and people can expect to see more surprising collaborations in the near future too, which I'm really excited about.

[Kakizaki]

^True enough, but the staff is comprised of former Compile members. It would be like holding a grudge against Smilebit (if they still existed) for games like Shadow the Hedgehog.

[Sayckeone]

Oh no, I know. There still is that connection though, and I would think it's reasonable to assume that IF has at least some input in actual development. I can certainly see why it would scare some people off. Though, having played the demo, any connection with IF is moot imo, as it's a lot of fun.

Also, former SmileBit people worked on the Yakuza series. :wink:

[Kakizaki]

There is, but as I said before in another thread, CH has published their own games before, and I believe they formed without or before being a subsidiary of Idea Factory. This individual was trying to tie them in as one and the same previously.

Yeah, I knew about the Smilebit Yakuza connection.

[Reinbach]

This is a title I'd really love to play in english.
Since Riviera and Yggdra Union may be considered kinda similar to this, I really hope you'll localize this, Atlus! Come on, you can't localize only Xbox 360 games... there're many loyal Atlus fans who own a PS3, too.

[NeverChris]

I would definitely buy this. The PS3 is dry when it comes to interesting Japanese games.

[Sethshadio]

Sure, I really hope that someone will publish this game in the US, but I just hope they keep the Japanese voices because English dubbing is usually bad.

[Clephas]

As a Japanophile, this is probably blasphemy, but english dubs are getting better. While I still prefer the Japanese, that is mostly because I like having an idea of the original meanings more than anything else.

[Servantez]

I would absolutely love to see this game get localized. I own the Japanese version but using a FAQ to play it is a real pain. Bring it over state side Atlus! :)

[Graus]

As a Japanophile, this is probably blasphemy, but english dubs are getting better. While I still prefer the Japanese, that is mostly because I like having an idea of the original meanings more than anything else.

I'm almost willing to bet that the dubs for the wedding scenes would be great material for causing bleeding ears material if dubbed wrong.

Some of them on YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8waNSTGilQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18RB1KaREpw

[Sethshadio]

Well, I see what you mean. But I am willing to accept that if they bring the game to the US (Well assuming you can change the audio back to Japanese). So Atlus please bring the game. It will make us PS3 users very happy.

[Graus]

Well, I see what you mean. But I am willing to accept that if they bring the game to the US (Well assuming you can change the audio back to Japanese). So Atlus please bring the game. It will make us PS3 users very happy.

Yup, disk space shouldnt be the problem anymore with blu-ray technology.
It's just those pesky VA fee's.

[Sethshadio]

Well I have heard a lot of good stuff about this game but I have jet to see more images. I found some but can someone upload more.

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/3064/fyuriatg9.th.jpg (http://img381.imageshack.us/my.php?image=fyuriatg9.jpg)

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/6273/recordofagarestwar20070yf7.th.jpg (http://img381.imageshack.us/my.php?image=recordofagarestwar20070yf7.jpg)

http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/6053/recordofagarestwar20070sx8.th.jpg (http://img253.imageshack.us/my.php?image=recordofagarestwar20070sx8.jpg)

http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/3518/wn59wj8.th.jpg (http://img253.imageshack.us/my.php?image=wn59wj8.jpg)

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/5171/wn60ze3.th.jpg (http://img381.imageshack.us/my.php?image=wn60ze3.jpg)

[Raidou11]

Made by Idea Factory? The same company that made the Generation of Chaos series and Spectral Souls? Looks like a good game then.

[Graus]

Well I have heard a lot of good stuff about this game but I have jet to see more images. I found some but can someone upload more.

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/3064/fyuriatg9.th.jpg (http://img381.imageshack.us/my.php?image=fyuriatg9.jpg)


I'll throw you some wallpapers ;)

http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/7839/021024768zq0.th.png (http://img299.imageshack.us/my.php?image=021024768zq0.png)
http://img384.imageshack.us/img384/2990/051024768hh9.th.png (http://img384.imageshack.us/my.php?image=051024768hh9.png)
http://img504.imageshack.us/img504/1195/031024768rb5.th.png (http://img504.imageshack.us/my.php?image=031024768rb5.png)

[Olethros]

Made by Idea Factory? The same company that made the Generation of Chaos series and Spectral Souls? Looks like a good game then.

Are you for real? What about the atrocity that is Chaos Wars?

[Voodoo]

^Don't forget Generation of chaos PSP and Spectral Souls PSP as well

[Raidou11]

Made by Idea Factory? The same company that made the Generation of Chaos series and Spectral Souls? Looks like a good game then.

Are you for real? What about the atrocity that is Chaos Wars?

Atrocity of Chaos Wars? What do you mean by that?

[Voodoo]

Made by Idea Factory? The same company that made the Generation of Chaos series and Spectral Souls? Looks like a good game then.

Are you for real? What about the atrocity that is Chaos Wars?

Atrocity of Chaos Wars? What do you mean by that?

He's saying the game is a piece of ####.

[Raidou11]

Made by Idea Factory? The same company that made the Generation of Chaos series and Spectral Souls? Looks like a good game then.

Are you for real? What about the atrocity that is Chaos Wars?

Atrocity of Chaos Wars? What do you mean by that?

He's saying the game is a piece of ####.

I see. :lol:

[Sethshadio]

Thanks for the wallpapers. Well I found more screenshots.

http://img143.imagevenue.com/loc1044/th_41014_w_n_07_122_1044lo.jpg (http://img143.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=41014_w_n_07_122_1044lo.jpg)

http://img173.imagevenue.com/loc1145/th_41645_w_n_08_122_1145lo.jpg (http://img173.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=41645_w_n_08_122_1145lo.jpg)

http://img20.imagevenue.com/loc1184/th_41605_w_n_01_122_1184lo.jpg (http://img20.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=41605_w_n_01_122_1184lo.jpg)

http://img204.imagevenue.com/loc382/th_41676_w_n_13_122_382lo.jpg (http://img204.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=41676_w_n_13_122_382lo.jpg)

[Sei]

I really like the art in this game, keep it coming.

If Atlus could do Spectral Force 3, then they have to do this one, I have heard only good things about it, the art is gorgogeous and the Dynasty system seems interesting.

Day one.

[Graus]

I really like the art in this game, keep it coming.

If Atlus could do Spectral Force 3, then they have to do this one, I have heard only good things about it, the art is gorgogeous and the Dynasty system seems interesting.

Day one.

We can always hope, but I think Sony might be the largest block when it comes to this game and Tears to Tiara. I still cant shake the big boogieman image I have of Sony from back in 90's when it came to 2d rpg's publishing or any game with content they might not "approve".

Throwing in another wallpaper and some screensavers for the game that are worth checking out if you like the art. Paranoid people can go ahead and probe the package as much as the want:roll:

http://graus.satsuki.nl/Screensavers.rar
You can find most of the wedding event scenes under this profile
http://www.youtube.com/profile_videos?user=Ilparazzo&p=r

http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/9738/041024768vq0.th.png (http://img522.imageshack.us/my.php?image=041024768vq0.png)

[Sei]

I really like the art in this game, keep it coming.

If Atlus could do Spectral Force 3, then they have to do this one, I have heard only good things about it, the art is gorgogeous and the Dynasty system seems interesting.

Day one.

We can always hope, but I think Sony might be the largest block when it comes to this game and Tears to Tiara. I still cant shake the big boogieman image I have of Sony from back in 90's when it came to 2d rpg's publishing or any game with content they might not "approve".

Throwing in another wallpaper and some screensavers for the game that are worth checking out if you like the art. Paranoid people can go ahead and probe the package as much as the want:roll:

http://graus.satsuki.nl/Screensavers.rar
You can find most of the wedding event scenes under this profile
http://www.youtube.com/profile_videos?user=Ilparazzo&p=r

http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/9738/041024768vq0.th.png (http://img522.imageshack.us/my.php?image=041024768vq0.png)

I think the people in charge of policies like that are thankfully gone (Good riddance) Steve Race was the biggest idiot ever. Fortunately he is idioting at Majesco or something now where he can hurt nobody.

Disgaea 3 is coming without a problem, and I doubt NISA has powerful muscles to flex, so I really don't think Sony has a problem with anything this time around. As for objectionable material, God of war has obvious sex scenes and animated bare breasts, so I think it should probably be okay. For all Vic Ireland used to whine about Sony blocking him (I also hear he has sort of an abrasive personality to say the least) I also see Odin Sphere, a 2d handdrawn game as a greatest hit. And Yakuza two with a Japanese only audio track.

[Sanctine]

I tried looking for the demo on PSN, but I couldn't find it. I did get a trailer, though, and I like what I see.

Here's hoping for it!

[Sethshadio]

I’m sure that there’s no problem for the rating of this game. I really hope someone will make an announcement about it.
Well here are some more screenshots.

http://img7.imagevenue.com/loc631/th_97149_w_n_11_122_631lo.jpg (http://img7.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=97149_w_n_11_122_631lo.jpg)

http://img145.imagevenue.com/loc790/th_97792_w_n_47_122_790lo.jpg (http://img145.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=97792_w_n_47_122_790lo.jpg)

http://img225.imagevenue.com/loc368/th_97837_w_n_49_122_368lo.jpg (http://img225.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=97837_w_n_49_122_368lo.jpg)

http://img206.imagevenue.com/loc229/th_97904_w_n_50_122_229lo.jpg (http://img206.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=97904_w_n_50_122_229lo.jpg)

[Graus]

I tried looking for the demo on PSN, but I couldn't find it. I did get a trailer, though, and I like what I see.

Here's hoping for it!

Ah, I guess they've removed it now :(

EDIT: Sei, I guess we just have to put our faith into the publishers on this one then :D

[Sanctine]

Ah, I guess they've removed it now :(

Is that so?

I dunno why they'd want to remove a demo, but whatever. That's okay. My interest is still piqued. Day one.

[Graus]

Ah, I guess they've removed it now :(

Is that so?

I dunno why they'd want to remove a demo, but whatever. That's okay. My interest is still piqued. Day one.

I'll try to see if I can find it myself, I just presume it's been removed since you couldn't find it. I was under the impression Sony removes demo stuff as time goes by but I might be wrong on that one.

[Voodoo]

I checked too and couldn't find it.

[Sanctine]

I'll try to see if I can find it myself

Alright, thanks. I'm not too good with moonspeak, so I may have missed it.

[Clephas]

I'm really hoping for this game to come over. I need more j-rpg's and strat/rpg's to make their way over for the PS3 to justify the act of purchasing it.

[Servantez]

I'm really hoping for this game to come over. I need more j-rpg's and strat/rpg's to make their way over for the PS3 to justify the act of purchasing it. I hear you man. I bought a PS3 expecting to play a bunch of JRPGs, however, that hasn't exactly happened yet. The PS3 is looking decent in the JRPG genre this year with games like Disgaea, Valkyria Chronicles, and a superior version of Eternal Sonata, but these games still don't match up to the JRPG lineup of the Xbox 360. Who would have ever thought things would turn out this way? In any case, I really hope Atlus will localize this game along with Tears to Tiara and hopefully the PS3 will get the JRPG love it deserves at TGS.

[Graus]

I'm really hoping for this game to come over. I need more j-rpg's and strat/rpg's to make their way over for the PS3 to justify the act of purchasing it. I hear you man. I bought a PS3 expecting to play a bunch of JRPGs, however, that hasn't exactly happened yet. The PS3 is looking decent in the JRPG genre this year with games like Disgaea, Valkyria Chronicles, and a superior version of Eternal Sonata, but these games still don't match up to the JRPG lineup of the Xbox 360. Who would have ever thought things would turn out this way? In any case, I really hope Atlus will localize this game along with Tears to Tiara and hopefully the PS3 will get the JRPG love it deserves at TGS.

I'm sure PS3 will get some love at TGS, but the question is will get ever get to see the games shown there over here :oops:

[Sethshadio]

I know what you mean, I think maybe some Publishers fear JRPGs will not make good profits on the American market.

More screenshots:

http://img132.imagevenue.com/loc615/th_84045_w_n_02_122_615lo.jpg (http://img132.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=84045_w_n_02_122_615lo.jpg)

http://img46.imagevenue.com/loc531/th_84104_w_n_03_122_531lo.jpg (http://img46.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=84104_w_n_03_122_531lo.jpg)

http://img46.imagevenue.com/loc336/th_84150_w_n_04_122_336lo.jpg (http://img46.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=84150_w_n_04_122_336lo.jpg)

http://img224.imagevenue.com/loc6/th_84183_w_n_05_122_6lo.jpg (http://img224.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=84183_w_n_05_122_6lo.jpg)

[Sei]

Thanks for all the art, one made my desktop

Keep it coming!.

[Clephas]

I know what you mean, I think maybe some Publishers fear JRPGs will not make good profits on the American market.


I kind of doubt that is the issue here. Jrpg's have a well-established audience amongst gamers of the US.

[Sethshadio]

I know what you mean, I think maybe some Publishers fear JRPGs will not make good profits on the American market.


I kind of doubt that is the issue here. Jrpg's have a well-established audience amongst gamers of the US.

I really hope you’re right. Well talking about issues some people think these images will be a problem.

http://img201.imagevenue.com/loc246/th_21572_a2_09_122_246lo.jpg (http://img201.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21572_a2_09_122_246lo.jpg)

http://img165.imagevenue.com/loc997/th_21721_a2_10_122_997lo.jpg (http://img165.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21721_a2_10_122_997lo.jpg)

http://img210.imagevenue.com/loc169/th_21855_w_n_46_122_169lo.jpg (http://img210.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21855_w_n_46_122_169lo.jpg)

http://img145.imagevenue.com/loc1013/th_21917_w_n_33_122_1013lo.jpg (http://img145.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21917_w_n_33_122_1013lo.jpg)

Well, after playing GTA IV I really don´t think these screenshot will be an issue, but who knows.

[Chronis]

There's is nothing wrong with anime girls deepthroating a banana. In fact, I'm sure Sony approves of said actions!

[Servantez]

Unfortunately, the fan service will likely be a huge hurdle with the localization. Japan might find nothing wrong with loli fan service but America is an entirely different beast. :(

[Graus]

you mean, I think maybe some Publishers fear JRPGs will not make good profits on the American market.
http://img165.imagevenue.com/loc997/th_21721_a2_10_122_997lo.jpg (http://img165.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21721_a2_10_122_997lo.jpg)


Here, I have that event uploaded on YouTube. It goes pretty "wth" around http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFVreGnkyx0 01:04

You get bonus points if you understand moonspeak :lol:

[Servantez]

you mean, I think maybe some Publishers fear JRPGs will not make good profits on the American market.
http://img165.imagevenue.com/loc997/th_21721_a2_10_122_997lo.jpg (http://img165.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21721_a2_10_122_997lo.jpg)


Here, I have that event uploaded on YouTube. It goes pretty "wth" around http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFVreGnkyx0 01:04

You get bonus points if you understand moonspeak :lol: That's one of supposedly many reasons why a localization seems unlikely, but, maybe Atlus will surprise us. :)

[Lamace]

Well the way I see it is if Xenogears can get by with a T rating, even with all its female and male nudity, blood, and highly religious and sometimes questionable themes, then I don't see a problem this getting a T rating as well. Also it seems the "sexual" themes in this game are merely suggested at, or used for comedic purposes ala anime style.

[Sethshadio]

Well the way I see it is if Xenogears can get by with a T rating, even with all its female and male nudity, blood, and highly religious and sometimes questionable themes, then I don't see a problem this getting a T rating as well. Also it seems the "sexual" themes in this game are merely suggested at, or used for comedic purposes ala anime style.

Well, I think everyone here agrees with that, but then again some people make a lot of fuss for small things. Remember Mass Effect.

Here are more Screenshots.

http://img181.imagevenue.com/loc85/th_11918_a2_06_122_85lo.jpg (http://img181.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=11918_a2_06_122_85lo.jpg)

http://img188.imagevenue.com/loc199/th_12000_a2_08_122_199lo.jpg (http://img188.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=12000_a2_08_122_199lo.jpg)

http://img137.imagevenue.com/loc858/th_12040_w_n_26_122_858lo.jpg (http://img137.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=12040_w_n_26_122_858lo.jpg)

http://img249.imagevenue.com/loc589/th_12073_w_n_32_122_589lo.jpg (http://img249.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=12073_w_n_32_122_589lo.jpg)

[Clephas]

Honestly? If we were talking the 360 I don't think it would be a problem. Hell, they'll approve anything. However, with Sony...

[Graus]

Honestly? If we were talking the 360 I don't think it would be a problem. Hell, they'll approve anything. However, with Sony...

Yeah :cry: I'm not sure if Sony wants to approve an 2D srpg with suggestive content on the PS3 to the western audience which generally doesnt get srpg's.

[Sei]

I really haven't seen anything with Sony indicating they wouldn't approve this. My hopes remain up.

[Graus]

I really haven't seen anything with Sony indicating they wouldn't approve this. My hopes remain up.

While Sony might approve it, it's up to the publishers if they want to stake on a game like this. We can all just try to put our faith into Atlus on this.

At the very least, Tears to Tiara might stand better chances of getting localized.

[Sethshadio]

Well I got to say “I trust in you Atlus”. Well I think we only need to wait and see what happens.

Here are more Screenshots.

http://img229.imagevenue.com/loc112/th_35133_w_n_48_122_112lo.jpg (http://img229.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=35133_w_n_48_122_112lo.jpg)

http://img238.imagevenue.com/loc145/th_35438_w_n_49_122_145lo.jpg (http://img238.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=35438_w_n_49_122_145lo.jpg)

http://img233.imagevenue.com/loc114/th_35484_w_n_57_122_114lo.jpg (http://img233.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=35484_w_n_57_122_114lo.jpg)

http://img216.imagevenue.com/loc53/th_35511_w_n_58_122_53lo.jpg (http://img216.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=35511_w_n_58_122_53lo.jpg)

[DamnedToBeFree]

Wait...what kind of game is this?

[Sei]

Strategy RPG a la Disgaea, but it has a lineage system a la Phantasy star 3.

[DamnedToBeFree]

oh...okay.

[WooferJet]

Looks like a hentai game from the artwork. A pedophile hentai game.

[Sei]

Looks like a hentai game from the artwork. A pedophile hentai game.

No.

[Lamace]

Looks like a hentai game from the artwork. A pedophile hentai game.

Nah, its more like an etchi game, also Sony does not allow hentai/pornography games on their systems. I also think that there is no nudity in this game, I think that the worst it gets is about as bad as a James Bond movie gets, I could be wrong though.

[WooferJet]

Looks like a hentai game from the artwork. A pedophile hentai game.

Nah, its more like an etchi game, also Sony does not allow hentai/pornography games on their systems. I also think that there is no nudity in this game, I think that the worst it gets is about as bad as a James Bond movie gets, I could be wrong though.

Well, I don't actually think it IS a hentai game. Just the artwork seems to be made to intentionally make it look hentai-like, with little girls as the star attraction. What is an etchi game btw?

[Sei]

A lot of those have rather enormous breasts. I don't think they look like little girls at all. They are distinctly anime, and pretty, yes, but they are completely not lolis.

Ecchi is like perverted but without nudity, like, sensual. Suggestive might work.

[WooferJet]

You honestly don't think these 3 look at all like little girls?

http://img201.imagevenue.com/loc246/th_21572_a2_09_122_246lo.jpg (http://img201.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21572_a2_09_122_246lo.jpg)

http://img165.imagevenue.com/loc997/th_21721_a2_10_122_997lo.jpg (http://img165.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21721_a2_10_122_997lo.jpg)

http://img210.imagevenue.com/loc169/th_21855_w_n_46_122_169lo.jpg (http://img210.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21855_w_n_46_122_169lo.jpg)

It may seem like this is going too offtopic but I would think these images are something Atlus would be concerned about when deciding whether to localize the game.

[Sei]

Not really. They are anime, and maybe suggestive, but I don't think they look like little girls. Do you know what anime looks like? This is a little girl:

http://usuarios.lycos.es/nicy/hpbimg/chibiusa.gif (the one on the left)

As for suggestive content, this is a link to a picture of the ladies in God of War http://media.monstersandcritics.com/articles/1391222/article_images/godofwar2boobs_1.jpg it is NSFW.

It was also not an issue for anyone, and that game is a lot more sexually suggestive than stuff like this; that is, at best, suggestive for people in the know.

I really don't think either Sony or Atlus would have a problem, from what I've heard, those screens are as bad as it gets. And those are really only bad if you are really looking for it.

[WooferJet]

Okay...

Well, I wouldn't buy it, even if the game turned out to be decent.

[Servantez]

Okay...

Well, I wouldn't buy it, even if the game turned out to be decent. Well, nobody cares whether or not you're going to buy it. The rest of us would. :)

[Sethshadio]

Well honestly I don’t mind if someone thinks this is a “pedophile hentai game”, because I actually expected some people to think so. But to be honest what happens here is that the art its anime style and anime girls tend to look very young, still I don’t think any of those girls are under 18. Well at least I think WooferJet gave us something to talk about.

Well, more “Hentai” Screenshots:
:lol:

http://img184.imagevenue.com/loc59/th_83576_w_n_44_122_59lo.jpg (http://img184.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=83576_w_n_44_122_59lo.jpg)

http://img150.imagevenue.com/loc1107/th_83660_w_n_31_122_1107lo.jpg (http://img150.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=83660_w_n_31_122_1107lo.jpg)

http://img25.imagevenue.com/loc844/th_83743_w_n_36_122_844lo.jpg (http://img25.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=83743_w_n_36_122_844lo.jpg)

http://img157.imagevenue.com/loc1120/th_83869_w_n_52_122_1120lo.jpg (http://img157.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=83869_w_n_52_122_1120lo.jpg)

[DamnedToBeFree]

So what exactly is this game about?

[CSXLoser]

So what exactly is this game about?this girl trying ot stick this huge hot dog into her mouth at once. She realized it is too big but keeps on trying

[Graus]

Looks like a hentai game from the artwork. A pedophile hentai game.

Well, I don't actually think it IS a hentai game. Just the artwork seems to be made to intentionally make it look hentai-like, with little girls as the star attraction. What is an etchi game btw?

1/10 :roll: What kind of artwork should the game have then?

So what exactly is this game about?


I'll throw in the vague description from http://www.otadesho.com/agarest-senki-english-guide/
Agarest War lets explore five continents over five generations. During each generation the player has to travel through all five continents, defeating bosses and aiming for a seal pillar. The game’s battles will be turn-based. Depending on which heroine the player chooses to become his partner, the looks and abilities of their offspring, that is the next generation’s protagonist, will change.

[xtreme_phoenix]

So what exactly is this game about?

little girls and various phalic symbols.

also, there's some SRPG stuff in their, but looking at all the screenshots posted, it isn't very prominent

[DamnedToBeFree]

lol

[Graus]

This thread is getting interesting :roll:

[Sethshadio]

Well not much to say, so I will just post more screenshots.

http://img239.imagevenue.com/loc48/th_93818_w_n_21_122_48lo.jpg (http://img239.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=93818_w_n_21_122_48lo.jpg)

http://img156.imagevenue.com/loc606/th_94060_w_n_22_122_606lo.jpg (http://img156.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=94060_w_n_22_122_606lo.jpg)

http://img156.imagevenue.com/loc1077/th_94117_w_n_23_122_1077lo.jpg (http://img156.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=94117_w_n_23_122_1077lo.jpg)

http://img211.imagevenue.com/loc146/th_82399_w_n_24_122_146lo.jpg (http://img211.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=82399_w_n_24_122_146lo.jpg)

http://img174.imagevenue.com/loc1180/th_94175_w_n_25_122_1180lo.jpg (http://img174.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=94175_w_n_25_122_1180lo.jpg)

I guest each screenshot is from a different generation, but I still think the same 3 girls are in all the images.

[Sei]

I really like the art style. If this is as racy as it gets I think it's more than safe.

[Meatosque]

I really like games like this, I want to have it translated into English.

[Chronis]

So is this game basically all girls? Or are whatever guys in the game not half naked/sexually suggestive so they aren't screenshotted?

[Sei]

Here are some previously posted ones with guys in them.

http://img143.imagevenue.com/loc1044/th_41014_w_n_07_122_1044lo.jpg (http://img143.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=41014_w_n_07_122_1044lo.jpg)

http://img173.imagevenue.com/loc1145/th_41645_w_n_08_122_1145lo.jpg (http://img173.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=41645_w_n_08_122_1145lo.jpg)


http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/7839/021024768zq0.th.png (http://img299.imageshack.us/my.php?image=021024768zq0.png)
http://img384.imageshack.us/img384/2990/051024768hh9.th.png (http://img384.imageshack.us/my.php?image=051024768hh9.png)
http://img504.imageshack.us/img504/1195/031024768rb5.th.png (http://img504.imageshack.us/my.php?image=031024768rb5.png)

[Graus]

So is this game basically all girls? Or are whatever guys in the game not half naked/sexually suggestive so they aren't screenshotted?

You can view some of the character art over here.
http://www.compileheart.com/agarest/chara_1.html

This guy should "moe" enough for everyone crying about the girls :roll:
http://www.compileheart.com/agarest/chara3_6.html

[Towel]

This game is really tapping into the potential of teh cell.

Idea Factory is a horrible, horrible developer. Don't encourage Atlus to pick up their games.

[System_Error]

play the demo. it's pretty good

[Eldrick]

yeah and Idea Factory is not alone on this one

[Chronis]

They took the demo off the store, it seems. I finally made an Japanses PSN account and I found the game, didn't find the demo.

[Sethshadio]

Hi everyone. Well here are some wallpapers.

http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/8510/0112801024kd0.th.png (http://img217.imageshack.us/my.php?image=0112801024kd0.png)

http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/7879/0612801024kr0.th.png (http://img225.imageshack.us/my.php?image=0612801024kr0.png)

http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/5286/0712801024be4.th.png (http://img217.imageshack.us/my.php?image=0712801024be4.png)

http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/7866/0812801024ij9.th.png (http://img225.imageshack.us/my.php?image=0812801024ij9.png)

http://img137.imageshack.us/img137/6574/0912801024st2.th.png (http://img137.imageshack.us/my.php?image=0912801024st2.png)

[Graus]

This game is really tapping into the potential of teh cell.

Idea Factory is a horrible, horrible developer. Don't encourage Atlus to pick up their games.

You make me sad for some reason :? As I've mentioned in few other threads, not all their games are "OMI GAWD THIS IS SO BAD"

The PSP ports were what they were, and I honestly doubt most people complaining about Idea Factory have played their games outside those.

[Chronis]

^^agreed. I haven't played the PSP games but I can't say I heard good things about them. That's why I haven't joined the "OMG, Idea Factory should be called Bad Idea Facorty LAWLZ" bandwagon. I haven't had any experience wih their stuff.

[Sei]

I liked the Generation of Chaos games. Most reviewers main complaint was the lack of a tutorial in game. They are similar (unfortunately not as good) to Dragon Force.

[xtreme_phoenix]

they've made some good games, even if they are terrible overall (just like sonic team!)

and yes, they're all pedophiles, but just look at their website, it's hilarious:

http://www.ideaf.co.jp/info/rmation_e.html

[Graus]

they've made some good games, even if they are terrible overall (just like sonic team!)

and yes, they're all pedophiles, but just look at their website, it's hilarious:

http://www.ideaf.co.jp/info/rmation_e.html

I'm actually suprised to learn that they have a site something like that set up.
You said they are terrible overall

Care to go into that bit deeper? If you look at the company history, they've made a lot of games. I admit that when you make a lot of games, some of them will be hits and misses but it's still bit unfair to say they're terrible overall.

http://www.ideaf.co.jp/info/contents3/contents3_e.html

[Sethshadio]

Well I think it’s not sure to say that a certain developer just makes bad games. Look at square enix, when they started just as square they didn’t have a lot of good games, but they gambled all their money making a last game that turned to be Final Fantasy.

Bride screenshots:

http://img132.imagevenue.com/loc795/th_44110_a2_02_122_795lo.jpg (http://img132.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=44110_a2_02_122_795lo.jpg)

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[Towel]

This game is really tapping into the potential of teh cell.

Idea Factory is a horrible, horrible developer. Don't encourage Atlus to pick up their games.

You make me sad for some reason :? As I've mentioned in few other threads, not all their games are "OMI GAWD THIS IS SO BAD"

The PSP ports were what they were, and I honestly doubt most people complaining about Idea Factory have played their games outside those.


You need to play better RPGs if you think lolfactory games are anything but ####. I suggest Planescape: Torment or Atlus' own SMT: Nocturne. They'll show you the error of your ways.

[Lamace]

This game is really tapping into the potential of teh cell.

Idea Factory is a horrible, horrible developer. Don't encourage Atlus to pick up their games.

You make me sad for some reason :? As I've mentioned in few other threads, not all their games are "OMI GAWD THIS IS SO BAD"

The PSP ports were what they were, and I honestly doubt most people complaining about Idea Factory have played their games outside those.


You need to play better RPGs if you think lolfactory games are anything but ####. I suggest Planescape: Torment or Atlus' own SMT: Nocturne. They'll show you the error of your ways.

Well then its a good thing that Idea Factory didn't develop this game then, it was developed by Compile Hearts and Red Entertainment, and was only distributed by Idea Factory in Japan.

Also I like Idea Factory games for what they are, they aren't the best games ever made nor do I think they are trying to be, but they are nice diversions until the really big and heavy hitters come out. Also its nice to have a verity of RPG makers out there and not just Square-Enix and Atlus (I know they're more of a publisher).

[Graus]

You need to play better RPGs if you think lolfactory games are anything but ####. I suggest Planescape: Torment or Atlus' own SMT: Nocturne. They'll show you the error of your ways.

Actually I've been playing RPGs since I got my C64 back in the day. I guess playing RPGs for the last 20 years have raised my tolerance level to what can be considered #### :?

Hell, I'll take any slow game over the fights in some of the older SSI AD&D games. Fight against 64 kobolds with the raw computing power of C64 took it's time :lol:

[Sethshadio]

I think this game may not be a big hitter, but I think it’s interesting enough to buy it if it comes to the U.S.

More bride screenshots:

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[Chronis]

You get married in the game?

[Servantez]

You get married in the game? Yes, the game takes place across 5 generations. Based on the choices you make in each generation, you will end up marrying one of the girls. The protagonist in each generation is based on what ever girl you marry. Stats and I believe appearance will be reflected based on the decision.

[Reinbach]

I tried the demo and I must say I really liked it. The combat system is pretty peculiar, with characters and enemies moving simultaneously and with the total lack of normal attacks in favor of skills only and combo attacks. I'd buy this on day one.
Living in Europe, I can't do such a thing with any 360 game (man, why are they all region-locked?), so I'm pretty tired of this situation, and the PS3 fortunately hasn't this issue.

[Graus]

I tried the demo and I must say I really liked it. The combat system is pretty peculiar, with characters and enemies moving simultaneously and with the total lack of normal attacks in favor of skills only and combo attacks. I'd buy this on day one.
Living in Europe, I can't do such a thing with any 360 game (man, why are they all region-locked?), so I'm pretty tired of this situation, and the PS3 fortunately hasn't this issue.

It seems to be that 360 is embracing rpg's with open arms and PS3 is like "oh great, another cartoon game :roll: "

It's a good thing that PS3 isnt region-locked though!

[Servantez]

I tried the demo and I must say I really liked it. The combat system is pretty peculiar, with characters and enemies moving simultaneously and with the total lack of normal attacks in favor of skills only and combo attacks. I'd buy this on day one.
Living in Europe, I can't do such a thing with any 360 game (man, why are they all region-locked?), so I'm pretty tired of this situation, and the PS3 fortunately hasn't this issue.

It seems to be that 360 is embracing rpg's with open arms and PS3 is like "oh great, another cartoon game :roll: "

It's a good thing that PS3 isnt region-locked though! I think PS3 owners are the ones who actually want RPG's. I don't know anybody with a 360 who cares about RPG's at all except me. :(

[Sayckeone]

I think PS3 owners are the ones who actually want RPG's. I don't know anybody with a 360 who cares about RPG's at all except me. :(
I own a PS3, I don't give a #### about RPGs any more than anyother genre.

[jj984jj]

I guess most will finally stop asking for this crap, it's going multiplat.

The 360 version will come out on November 27th in Japan.

http://gmstar.com/xb360/agarestsenki.html

[Graus]

I guess most will finally stop asking for this crap, it's going multiplat.

The 360 version will come out on November 27th in Japan.

http://gmstar.com/xb360/agarestsenki.html

I think most people will start begging for it to get released on the 360 then :roll: Too bad there is that whole region locked thing going on :?

[Reinbach]

If Atlus were to localize the 360 version, now I would be totally pissed, because the game will surely be region-locked.
I just hope that, now that the game has gone multi-platform, more people will ask for it, and someone may decide to localize it as a simultaneous PS3/360 US release.

By the way, what's the additional content of the 360 version?

[Graus]

By the way, what's the additional content of the 360 version?


According to Japanese retail sources, Compile Heart is bringing its PlayStation 3 RPG Record of Agarest War (Agarest Senki) to Xbox 360 later this year. The game will feature numerous improvements over the original release. Downloadable content will not only include items, but also an extra dungeon. A gallery mode, revised visuals and additional voice acting are also part of the new release.

Record of Agarest War for Xbox 360 will be available in Japan on November 27th for 6,800 yen ($62.53 USD).

Guess the PS3 version sold well enough despite it being a "LOLFactory" game.

[Sei]

Meh, I was really looking forward to a Ps3 SRPG, but if the 360 version is superior, I guess I'll get that one.

I guess this makes Atlus more likely to bring it too.

[Reinbach]

Thanks Graus, but that post from RPGfan is... confusing. The game already has a gallery mode and you can download from the japanese PSN store numerous items and a dungeon already, iirc. That only leaves the additional voice overs and the revised visuals.

Again, Atlus! Don't you dare to localize the US version only, else I won't be able to play it.
And you can't know what an angry Reinbach can do! :evil:

[Sagadego]

oh calm down! i'm sure they'll bring both out unlike coughaksyscough 8)

[bravesoul]

I sure hope they localize the ps3 verizon. Rather than the xbox 360 verizon.

[Tatsuki]

Thanks Graus, but that post from RPGfan is... confusing. The game already has a gallery mode and you can download from the japanese PSN store numerous items and a dungeon already, iirc. That only leaves the additional voice overs and the revised visuals.
From the magazine itself, it says the 360 version will have new CG and events. So new story stuff and pictures for the gallery, including all of the game content that's been up on PSN. Plus the revised visuals and voice overs.

If the PS3 version is chosen over the more complete 360 version, it would be annoying.

[Neuro]

You get married in the game? Yes, the game takes place across 5 generations. Based on the choices you make in each generation, you will end up marrying one of the girls. The protagonist in each generation is based on what ever girl you marry. Stats and I believe appearance will be reflected based on the decision.

The idea of generational play seems pretty interesting. Especially as it seems to have an impact on both game mechanics and presumably plot.

[James Fiend]

You need to play better RPGs if you think lolfactory games are anything but ####. I suggest Planescape: Torment or Atlus' own SMT: Nocturne. They'll show you the error of your ways.

Actually I've been playing RPGs since I got my C64 back in the day. I guess playing RPGs for the last 20 years have raised my tolerance level to what can be considered #### :?

Hell, I'll take any slow game over the fights in some of the older SSI AD&D games. Fight against 64 kobolds with the raw computing power of C64 took it's time :lol:SSI and Silicon Knights made a really incredible game back in the day called Dark Legions. Dark Fantasy strategy/arcade action game. I miss SSI and Silicon Knights.


Rumor has it that those who lived through the era of first person dungeon crawling RPGs have all gone insane. Stonekeep, yargh...

[Magnvs]

I am definitely going to support this one, be it on Ps3 or X360 (Vesperia and Atlus' jrpgs forced me to buy an american one to avoid that bad region locking habit >__>).

That said, I hope Atlus puts some interest in the X360 release, since having the Ps3 one withoyt the new contents would feel rather lame.

[Kamiyama01]

I just wanted to say that I would like to see this game come to the Ps3. I already love the artwork, hopefully the gameplay is also pretty good. Maybe (at least for the Ps3 release, doesn't have to be exclusive) they could release the game on the PSN as DLC only, this might save on production costs a little.

[bravesoul]

I would also like to see this game come to the Ps3 and about adding the extra to the PSN is also a good idea as DLC. But having it in all in one disk would be better.

[Constraint]

I hope they localize the Xbox 360 version.

[Olethros]

I hope they localize the Xbox 360 version.

:agree:

[Sethshadio]

I support the 360 version. But it will not hurt if we get an enhanced PS3 version.

[Neuro]

I support the 360 version. But it will not hurt if we get an enhanced PS3 version.

I'd prefer the PS3 version as it means those of use outside the states could play it.

[Kamiyama01]

I support the 360 version. But it will not hurt if we get an enhanced PS3 version.

I'd prefer the PS3 version as it means those of use outside the states could play it.

Yeah I would like a Ps3 version. My only console is a Ps3.

[System_Error]

I'll see your Elminage and raise you..... Agrest War? 360 version plz.

[Sethshadio]

JRPG's for the PS3.
Please Atlus bring this one to the US.

[Boss_Tuff]

I'm for the 360 enhanced version of this. They already have the gamerpics and a theme up on xbox live jp too...just need to put some GP on my japanese live account to get them...

[System_Error]

360 plz atlus, do something good for the 360 for once lol

[jj984jj]

360 plz atlus, do something good for the 360 for once lol

More crap from the makers of games like Spectral Force 3 & Blazing Souls is something good?

[Clephas]

Umm... I believe that concern was already addressed. This isn't an IF game. This game is entirely independent of them, made by Compile Heart.

[Olethros]

Umm... I believe that concern was already addressed. This isn't an IF game. This game is entirely independent of them, made by Compile Heart.

Excellent point. I'm still in favor of a 360 release on this one.

[Clephas]

I just want it to come over, regardless of which system it comes over here for.

[Sethshadio]

I would prefer a PS3 enchanced version if its posible......Atlus Please

[jj984jj]

Umm... I believe that concern was already addressed. This isn't an IF game. This game is entirely independent of them, made by Compile Heart.

That's definitely not true, this game was developed by Idea Factory and RED Entertainment, Compile Heart was the publisher. The director of this game is from Idea Factory, all RED contributed was the story/scenario, this is undoubtedly an Idea Factory game.

And independent? Maybe someone sent you the wrong idea with their choice of words but Compile Heart is undoubtedly subsidiary of Idea Factory, it is not an independent company.

[System_Error]

Umm... I believe that concern was already addressed. This isn't an IF game. This game is entirely independent of them, made by Compile Heart.

That's definitely not true, this game was developed by Idea Factory and RED Entertainment, Compile Heart was the publisher. The director of this game is from Idea Factory, all RED contributed was the story/scenario, this is undoubtedly an Idea Factory game.

And independent? Maybe someone sent you the wrong idea with their choice of words but Compile Heart is undoubtedly subsidiary of Idea Factory, it is not an independent company.
Even if that is the case. We went through this way earlier in the thread where many of us played the demo & really enjoyed it. And the enhanced 360 version can only be better.

[Clephas]

I'm also more or less tired of the 'it's IF so it sucks' argument... even if it is often true. I do admit that most of their games are mediocre at best, though they do have some gems, like the Generations of Chaos games (unfortunate that NIS brought over the PSP versions rather than the PS2 versions...).

[Green Card]

I would prefer a PS3 enchanced version if its posible......Atlus Please

It would be great if they would release the ps3/360 versions here and if they updated the ps3 version to have any added content the 360 version has (if any - haven't looked into it). The fact that it is multi console should be more of an incentive to bring it here. Just make sure they have the console specific underwear =P

[Magnvs]

I would be very interested in the release of the updated X360 release, even if the actual upgrades seem to be fairly minor.

The original Ps3 version has the bonus of being import-friendly to us european gamers, but I guess Atlus would have done it already if it was feasible, so going for the X360 porting seems to be the best bet.

[Sethshadio]

Returning to the top. I still prefear if the bring the PS3 version.

[Boss_Tuff]

Necro-bumping this since it was announced that they're working on a prequel. Would still very much like to see this localized on the 360.

( I've been trying to find a proxy to download the NXE theme to no avail <_< )

[Kamiyama01]

Where did you hear this? And what does that mean exactly? Is Record of Argarest War the second in a series? Sorry, I have no idea whats going on.

I would still love to see this come to Ps3, if possible.

[LordGeo]

Considering that I don't have a PS3, but I have a 360, I would love to see the 360 version of Agarest War brought over. Hell, it would probably be possible for both versions to come over... I would imagine that the extra content in the 360 version is probably available for download for the PS3 version.

[Clephas]

I seriously think it is a waste that this game hasn't come over yet. I mean, the PS3, despite efforts on the part of game-makers, is still pretty bare of rpgs and srpgs. Not only that, but this game has enough interesting elements to keep any srpg fan's attention.

[Sanctine]

Europe apparently getting Agarest Senki:
http://www.siliconera.com/2009/04/22/soul-breeding-ps3-srpg-picked-up-for-international-release/

Finally ecstatic I bought a PS3. Definitely importing if a domestic release isn't announced in time.

[LordGeo]

Europe apparently getting Agarest Senki:
http://www.siliconera.com/2009/04/22/soul-breeding-ps3-srpg-picked-up-for-international-release/

Finally ecstatic I bought a PS3. Definitely importing if a domestic release isn't announced in time.

Hopefully it can just lead to an American release... And hopefully one for the Xbox 360 version as well, since I don't have a PS3.

At least Midas picking this up isn't as weird as when the company picked up Spectral vs. Generation for the PS2 and PSP when no Neverland title (GoC, Spectral Force or Souls, etc.) had come to Europe beforehand. Though I would still be glad to see SvG given an American release, though I'm not holding my breath on that one.

[Sanctine]

At least Midas picking this up isn't as weird as when the company picked up Spectral vs. Generation for the PS2 and PSP when no Neverland title (GoC, Spectral Force or Souls, etc.) had come to Europe beforehand.

No different than when Xicat brought Ex Chaser to the US. At least there were people who liked SvG.

[jeffx]

No different than when Xicat brought Ex Chaser to the US. At least there were people who liked SvG.

That was random! Although I never played it myself. All I know it that it's supposed to suck big-time.

[Sanctine]

That was random! Although I never played it myself. All I know it that it's supposed to suck big-time.

Well, it was the first 'Neverland' game to be released in the US, I think.

It's also a dreadful title. Not even good bad. Just bad bad.

[LordGeo]

That was random! Although I never played it myself. All I know it that it's supposed to suck big-time.

Well, it was the first 'Neverland' game to be released in the US, I think.

It's also a dreadful title. Not even good bad. Just bad bad.

It was the first Idea Factory title brought over, period, I believe... Not to mention IF's only original Xbox title, I believe as well.

But it's not like IF's name was really mentioned on the packaging, aside from the usual crediting on the back cover of every game which you'd have to over carefully to see; the logo wasn't even on the back cover. I remember reading reviews of it but I didn't even know it was an IF game, let alone a Neverland game, until years later. I don't even think Xicat kept any of the original names or story for the game. But yeah, I've also heard how bad it was... The only 3D Gauntlet-style game I've enjoyed was Gauntlet Legends, and even that one got tiring after a while.

Anyway, imagine my surprise when I saw the character Karyce in SvG, not knowing what game he came from, and then found out he was in Ex-Chaser...

[jeffx]

Eh I'd buy it for like 5$. Just for S and G.

[igotmy9milli]

http://kotaku.com/5224039/soul-breeding-japanese-rpg-spawning-in-europe

[Decept]

The soul breeding part sounds interesting, although I am sure they will cut out all the suggestive scenes. This will probably be my first Euro import if no NA version is announced. My PS3 will need something soon.

[igotmy9milli]

The game will not have the suggestive themes removed.

[Green Card]

Haha if they aren't removed I am so importing this. This game will be hilarious.

[Pibbman]

I'm planning on importing this for PS3 if it has english. Yay for region free. :D

Plus if it came to the US. PS3 version please. :P

[igotmy9milli]

Yeah the game will have English! :)

[kat_ears_kahrain]

Yeah the game will have English! :)

Import tyme! Kya ha ha ha!
Now I just need to get the Dakimakura!

[Kamiyama01]

I'm so happy to hear this is finally being translated into english! If Atlus does something with it for the US I will get it from them, if not I'll just import it.

[Decept]

Yea, I am hoping for some news from E3 on this game. If I don't, then I will also import from some uk company online.

[Green Card]

I'm so happy to hear this is finally being translated into english! If Atlus does something with it for the US I will get it from them, if not I'll just import it.

I plan on doing the same.

[landlock]

It's also a budget release in the UK with a RRP of £24.99 so it's should be able to be brought for £19.99 about half the price of a normal PS3 game.

[Tatsuya]

i'll probably import this as my first ps3 game lol.
Kinda reminds me of phantasy star 3 with the different generations though.

[Clephas]

I'd pretty much given up on getting this game in english... so yahoo!

[Tatsuya]

I'd pretty much given up on getting this game in english... so yahoo!

Same here, really looking forward to it.

[Pibbman]

I wonder if play-asia will be carrying it? Otherwise I'll have to find an online retailer in the UK that will ship internationally.

[Tatsuya]

I wonder if play-asia will be carrying it? Otherwise I'll have to find an online retailer in the UK that will ship internationally.

That's my only worry currently myself.

[Ephidel]

I wonder if play-asia will be carrying it? Otherwise I'll have to find an online retailer in the UK that will ship internationally.

I looked up the UK games stores that seemed 'obvious' to me, and they all ship internationally (note that I have no idea what their international delivery is actually like - anything I buy only gets shipped within the UK)

They all seemed to have the same prices for shipping: Free UK delivery, £2.95 to Europe, and £4.95 to Australasia, the USA, and anywhere else.

For reference, the places you can find that information:
GAME's Help - Despatch & Delivery' page (http://www.game.co.uk/Help/~h9845/Despatch/Postage/)
Gameplay's help page (http://shop.gameplay.co.uk/webstore/helpindex.asp)(Click 'Placing an Order' and then scroll down to the 'What are the postage options?' section)
Gamestation's 'Help - Delivery Information' page (http://gamestation.co.uk/Help/Delivery/)
HMV's 'International Shoppers' help page (http://hmv.com/hmvweb/navigate.do?ctx=1053;-1;-1;-1;-1&pPageID=3329)

I've only actually ordered (online) from Gameplay before.
For all the other stores I can just... well, go to a store (or order from Play.com or Amazon.co.uk, but they don't ship outside of Europe)

[landlock]

GAME or HMV would be the most trustworthy out of them for a international shipment I would say.

[VMan]

GAME or HMV would be the most trustworthy out of them for a international shipment I would say.

Though its been a while, I preordered Shenmue II (DC) from Gameplay and had no issues getting it.

[Tatsuya]

GAME or HMV would be the most trustworthy out of them for a international shipment I would say.

Though its been a while, I preordered Shenmue II (DC) from Gameplay and had no issues getting it.

Probably the main problem with those sites is it seems they don't allow dollars, this makes it extremely difficult to buy a game if you live in the U.S. from them, at least i can't see a dollar equivalent.

[landlock]

Maybe this site:
http://www.gameseek.co.uk/order.php

I've ordered from them within' the UK a couple of times and had no problems. I suggest this site because they use Paypal which makes things a lot easier.

Whenever I import from America/Canada I always use the sites that use Paypal so there aren't any problems.

[Dragonkingtatsu]

Those who plan to import you might want to think twice if you don't have a hdtv, if your using a NTSC SDTV it's likely not going to work.

[VMan]

Those who plan to import you might want to think twice if you don't have a hdtv, it your using a NTSC SDTV it's likely not going to work.

That is very true and its a very good thing you brought that up. I believe a NTSC PS3 will refuse to boot a PAL game and instead display an error message if the console is connected to an SDTV and the PAL disc is not multicoded with NTSC support.

For those of you without an HDTV, you will want to confirm that first.

[Ephidel]

Really?

I've done the reverse and played an american Disgaea 3 game on my sisters old sd (uk) TV, as thats what our (uk) PS3 was rigged up to before we moved. Same for my chinese Demon's Souls.
Yes, the small text with stat numbers was very hard to read on D3 due to the screen being rather poor, but the actual game played perfectly fine, with speech-text being perfectly readable, and the game playing in colour and everything .
(I specify that, as thats a problem I have with my own TV and my chipped PS1 when I try to play US imports... they play in black, white, and eyeburning coloured dots - not the most playable thing ever :().
That said, my sisters TV may have had a special cable or adaptor of some kind left over from when the chipped PS1 was in her room, as that worked in proper colour on her TV too. I don't know about things like that, I just know we rigged it all up and things worked :P

If ntsc games work on a pal ps3/tv would there really be problems going the other way? I'm honestly curious.
I guess a TV might have problems with the PAL vs NTSC display, but if it does it wouldn't be the PS3 refusing to boot the disk as such, it would be TV refusing to display it?

[Slarth]

Is there even a date for this? I'd tottally given up on this ever getting a release, I can't find anywhere that'll allow me to pre-order it atm so I presume it isn't in the near future :(

[VMan]

Really?

I've done the reverse and played an american Disgaea 3 game on my sisters old sd (uk) TV, as thats what our (uk) PS3 was rigged up to before we moved. Same for my chinese Demon's Souls.
Yes, the small text with stat numbers was very hard to read on D3 due to the screen being rather poor, but the actual game played perfectly fine, with speech-text being perfectly readable, and the game playing in colour and everything .
(I specify that, as thats a problem I have with my own TV and my chipped PS1 when I try to play US imports... they play in black, white, and eyeburning coloured dots - not the most playable thing ever :().
That said, my sisters TV may have had a special cable or adaptor of some kind left over from when the chipped PS1 was in her room, as that worked in proper colour on her TV too. I don't know about things like that, I just know we rigged it all up and things worked :P

If ntsc games work on a pal ps3/tv would there really be problems going the other way? I'm honestly curious.
I guess a TV might have problems with the PAL vs NTSC display, but if it does it wouldn't be the PS3 refusing to boot the disk as such, it would be TV refusing to display it?

If NTSC games ultimately outputted properly on a PAL PS1 (they same one you're referring to from your personal experience) in your sister's room then I would indeed conclude there was a technical conversion taking place either in firmware, the cabling or in the TV, itself. And I believe, though not 100% certain, that many PAL SDTVs support NTSC sources if they weren't made in ancient times.

Disgaea 3 may also be a case of a multicoded PS3 game (supporting PAL and NTSC output on an SDTV).

As for the vice-versa functionality, I don't think many NTSC SDTVs (at least not many made before HDTVs hit the market) support PAL signals, in any case, I know for a fact that, at least as of the latest firmware when I got my PS3 that it was the indeed the PS3 that would display the error upon detecting supported output formats in the BRD relative to the console's video output settings. If you really think about it, that is what you want to happen. If the PS3 were to proceed outputting in the unsupported format, then indeed the TV would become the messenger (if anything is even readable in the first place), but then you've effectively lost proper I/O interaction with your PS3. Preventing issues like this is one of the purposes/advantages of effective firmware and that is why the PS3 is the one to tell you.

[VMan]

Is there even a date for this? I'd tottally given up on this ever getting a release, I can't find anywhere that'll allow me to pre-order it atm so I presume it isn't in the near future :(

http://www.game.co.uk/PS3/Action/~r341788/Agarest-Generations-of-War/?recommended=SEARCH

That will get you started.

[Dragonkingtatsu]

Is there even a date for this? I'd tottally given up on this ever getting a release, I can't find anywhere that'll allow me to pre-order it atm so I presume it isn't in the near future :(

http://www.ghostlight.uk.com/

Their Website says August

[Slarth]

I never thought of checking on Game :neutral: oh, well. Pre-Ordered, Many Thanks folks :)

[Hraesvelgr]

If it does get released in North America, go for the 360 version, Atlus. I have access to a PS3, but I actually own a 360, so that would give me extra incentive to pick it up.

[System_Error]

I'm hoping this gets picked up too, if not I'm importing in august cuz 48.00 isnt bad.

[Graus]

This just in people. http://aksysgames.com/agarest_war/
Aksys has picked up Agarest War for US release.

[System_Error]

Lock plz. & Awesome.

[Clephas]

OH YEAH! Now I don't have to order the European version!

[Rednusander]

Moved it to off-topic in case you guys wanted to continue your discussions.

[Pibbman]

Far as it appears to me, its only gonna be on PSN here? If the site is any indication to go by that is. Ordering from them may end up being better than getting the european version, even if you want it on disc (assuming its digital only here) since you won't have to deal with any potential PAL compatibility issues.

[Ephidel]

Been trying to preorder the (EU) collectors edition of this without much luck so far :(
Game has the normal version for the correct name on their website, but in store on their release list its listed under "Generations of Far" ... gamestation has hit a similar snag, adding an extra misspelling to make theirs "Agarest: Generartions of Far" on the website, and the annoying guy in store insists that as he's never heard of it, its not on their system yet (without looking) and that I should try back in a few weeks.
HMV had the game listed under the correct name, which was a shocker for me by that stage, but again, no luck with the CE :(
Surprisingly, nothing on amazon at all. Guess I'll probably end up preordering it from Ghostlight themselves if they ever update the PS3 section of their website ^^;

Grats to the people in the US on potentially having a more available version now though ^^
(even if the idea of Americans actually importing a game from the EU was more amusing to me as that happens far less often ;))

[Pibbman]

I want this mostly because I hear the music and battle system is awesome as hell. :/

I'll have to think about if I want a physical copy or a digital copy. I'm a bit annoyed that Aksys seems to only be releasing it digitally...

[Sanctine]

Aksys picks this up? Awesome! Download-only? No thanks. Sticking to the Euro release, unless they change their minds.

I learned my lesson with Siren 3.

[System_Error]

I dont think it'll be d/l only. I think the PSN logo is needed when a game has DLC.

[Sanctine]

I dont think it'll be d/l only. I think the PSN logo is needed when a game has DLC.

I'll definitely buy it domestically if that's the case, but I'm so used to seeing the console's logos down at the bottom of the page. It's a little unnerving only seeing a PSN logo - not even a PS3 one.

I was hoping they'd bring the 360 version here as well. Oh well, maybe the enhancements will somehow make it over?

[Tatsuya]

I'll probably end up getting the EU version IF it's not on disc (don't even care if it's from site order only either, disc= US, no disc=EU), since right now it looks to be digital only and a game like this i want a hard copy of, DLC doesn't matter over a actual disc.
On a side note, according to the EU publisher, this game has 15GB of japanese audio alone, how they'll get this on psn and it do well is beyond me, so i'm hoping for a disc version.
I want this mostly because I hear the music and battle system is awesome as hell. :/

I'll have to think about if I want a physical copy or a digital copy. I'm a bit annoyed that Aksys seems to only be releasing it digitally...

The music is definitely awesome, i'm one of those people who actually got to listen to some of the music, it's very awesome.

[iammako3]

Wow, is anyone going to get the PSN US version? On all the forums I've been to talking about this, maybe 3 or 4 people are for the download only option. Just about everytone else is importing it from Europe!

I applaud Aksys for even thinking about bringing this over, but like many, I'm one of those who wants a physical copy (especially for RPGs). Maybe the company reads stuff on the internet and will realize they need to do discs, even if it's by special order only or something!

[Pibbman]

Wow, is anyone going to get the PSN US version? On all the forums I've been to talking about this, maybe 3 or 4 people are for the download only option. Just about everytone else is importing it from Europe!

I applaud Aksys for even thinking about bringing this over, but like many, I'm one of those who wants a physical copy (especially for RPGs). Maybe the company reads stuff on the internet and will realize they need to do discs, even if it's by special order only or something!

You should probably register over at Aksys forums and tell them that. I did the same myself yesterday, normally I hate registering in general but I felt they should know. Should they take the opinion to heart is another matter, most companies are stubborn... or I should say their managers are?