SMT: Devil Summoner 2 shows off its package

[AtlusAram]

SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI®: DEVIL SUMMONER®2 SHOWS OFF ITS PACKAGE
Popular publisher likely to regret choice of words in header

http://www.atlus.com/res/devilsummoner2_finalpackage_600.jpg

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA -- APRIL 22, 2009 -- Atlus U.S.A., Inc. today unveiled the special deluxe package for the upcoming action RPG Shin Megami Tensei®: Devil Summoner®2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon for PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. Limited in quantity but not in quality (zing), this premium bundle is the ultimate SMT collectible and the centerpiece of the publisher's Atlus Spoils fan appreciation program. Each and every set includes SMT: Devil Summoner 2, the new chapter in the stunningly original action RPG series, and Raiho, the plushie that will steal your heart (if he doesn't try to eat your soul first).

Improved over its predecessor in every way, Devil Summoner 2 is an action RPG breath of fresh air, with a deep, intuitive combat system, combined with nearly two hundred demons to negotiate with, collect, and fuse. Gamers will discover a variety of strategies to employ and master. Experience a 1920's Tokyo bustling with cases to solve, criminals to bring to justice, and the threat of the mysterious King Abaddon looming on the horizon.

Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon is scheduled to negotiate its way into retailers on May 12, 2009.

Visit the official website:
http://www.atlus.com/devilsummoner2

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About Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2:
A new threat to Japan's Capital calls for the return of its case-solving, tube-slinging Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha the 14th. When a woman walks into the Narumi Detective Agency and asks to find a man, Raidou's boss is reluctant to accept, but soon it's clear there's more to the case than it seems on the surface. It isn't long before Raidou is on the trail of crooked gamblers, masked ninja, and strange insects... a trail leading him inexorably to the mysterious King Abaddon.

Key Features
Massively upgraded battle system — Advancements to the battle mechanics include a MAG balancing system, dodge and hide abilities, and the ability to command two demons in combat. Use the retooled Weapon Alchemy system to create new swords with unique special attacks.
Deeper demon integration — Demon negotiation returns with more than twice the number of demons to attempt to recruit to your side. Create more powerful demons through fusion and skill transfer. Control two demons in battle and choose from more tactical options.
Phenomenal creative team — The rich environment of this Taisho-era Japan comes to life with the character designs of Kazuma Kaneko and the musical score of Shoji Meguro.

Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha versus King Abaddon has been rated "M" for Mature with Blood, Sexual Themes, and Violence by the ESRB.

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About Atlus U.S.A., Inc.
Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Odin Sphere, Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

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©2009 ATLUS SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI and SMT are registered trademarks of Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Licensed to and published by Atlus U.S.A., Inc.

[Gen Eric Gui]

It's...so beautiful.

And it's nice to see that the Pirates who kidnapped the plushies were thwarted.

[kufufu]

Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww.

[Pibbman]

lol.....3 minutes after I post in the main announcement about this because I didn't see anything about it. Now its here. Oh well, I'll leave my post there.

However, like I said in my original post there. The fact that in the e-mail Atlus said "
Special delivery, Faithful! Months after we first announced what could very well be the PlayStation 2's RPG swansong (hint: Devil Summoner 2)", could mean we are witnessing Atlus releasing their last PS2 title?

honestly it's not that surprising since Atlus is one, if not the last, few companies to move over to the next gen system for their main flagship titles.

That alone in the e-mail is pretty big news if you ask me.

[Crabman]

I almost want to buy two of them!

[LiquidPhire]

this... is.... amazing....

lol its almost like a toy that comes with a game. that plush is huge!

[Pibbman]

I almost want to buy two of them!

lol, you'll probably be lucky to even get one? Since this game is getting a
"very limited print run" according to Atlus.

I gotta wonder though....just how many copies does that mean? Personally I think what it means is, that Atlus will print as many copies as there are pre-orders. In other words, if there are 10,000 pre-orders, there'll only be 10,000 copies made, and a few extras in case those damn pirates decide to show up again and steal the plushies...So it probably won't be something you can waltz into the store and just find on the shelf.

Pre-ordering is probably the only time to do it, if you want 2 copies for sure that is.

[Zephyrous]

Looks great. I'll probably end up putting it back in the package after I finish the game for display purposes.

[Pibbman]

SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI®: DEVIL SUMMONER®2 SHOWS OFF ITS PACKAGE
Popular publisher likely to regret choice of words in header

Atlus! You Pervos! lol >.<

[Crabman]

I almost want to buy two of them!

lol, you'll probably be lucky to even get one? Since this game is getting a
"very limited print run" according to Atlus.

I gotta wonder though....just how many copies does that mean? Personally I think what it means is, that Atlus will print as many copies as there are pre-orders. In other words, if there are 10,000 pre-orders, there'll only be 10,000 copies made, and a few extras in case those damn pirates decide to show up again and steal the plushies...So it probably won't be something you can waltz into the store and just find on the shelf.

Pre-ordering is probably the only time to do it, if you want 2 copies for sure that is.

I already pre-ordered one copy off Amazon already...which actually leads me to another question: I wonder if this still qualifies for free shipping? When I ordered it, I got free shipping with it. But the package looks pretty big.

I guess ordering two of them would be greedy, and pretty pointless, but it would be awesome to have a sealed version on the shelf.

[Pibbman]

I almost want to buy two of them!

lol, you'll probably be lucky to even get one? Since this game is getting a
"very limited print run" according to Atlus.

I gotta wonder though....just how many copies does that mean? Personally I think what it means is, that Atlus will print as many copies as there are pre-orders. In other words, if there are 10,000 pre-orders, there'll only be 10,000 copies made, and a few extras in case those damn pirates decide to show up again and steal the plushies...So it probably won't be something you can waltz into the store and just find on the shelf.

Pre-ordering is probably the only time to do it, if you want 2 copies for sure that is.

I already pre-ordered one copy off Amazon already...which actually leads me to another question: I wonder if this still qualifies for free shipping? When I ordered it, I got free shipping with it. But the package looks pretty big.

I guess ordering two of them would be greedy, and pretty pointless, but it would be awesome to have a sealed version on the shelf.

Yeah, it should still have free-shipping since I checked mine just the other day. It's kind of funny because they lowered the price of the game, but I wonder if that was before they realized the size of the game?

Oh well, I'm sure Amazon has shipped heavier/larger things than this for free before anyways.

[Emilio Morales]

I love Atlus so much!! ^o^ Like Crabman said, I would like to buy 2 :D I'm really looking forward to have these in my hands.

[syl]

Looks awesome. I'm wondering how I'm going to keep the packaging in pristine condition...

[Crabman]

I almost want to buy two of them!

lol, you'll probably be lucky to even get one? Since this game is getting a
"very limited print run" according to Atlus.

I gotta wonder though....just how many copies does that mean? Personally I think what it means is, that Atlus will print as many copies as there are pre-orders. In other words, if there are 10,000 pre-orders, there'll only be 10,000 copies made, and a few extras in case those damn pirates decide to show up again and steal the plushies...So it probably won't be something you can waltz into the store and just find on the shelf.

Pre-ordering is probably the only time to do it, if you want 2 copies for sure that is.

I already pre-ordered one copy off Amazon already...which actually leads me to another question: I wonder if this still qualifies for free shipping? When I ordered it, I got free shipping with it. But the package looks pretty big.

I guess ordering two of them would be greedy, and pretty pointless, but it would be awesome to have a sealed version on the shelf.

Yeah, it should still have free-shipping since I checked mine just the other day. It's kind of funny because they lowered the price of the game, but I wonder if that was before they realized the size of the game?

Oh well, I'm sure Amazon has shipped heavier/larger things than this for free before anyways.

This is my second time ordering off of Amazon (first time was...Persona 2: EP reprint :D), so I wasn't really sure if they would just ship small, thin things for free and the rest at a cost. I'd probably pay the shipping fee anyways, but still. Free is always welcome!

I haven't actually checked my order in a while despite ordering Devil Survivor yesterday...hurm.

[Pibbman]

I just checked mine. To my surprise even though I ordered on January 30th...like the day preorders went up, they got it listed to ship on the 18th when it comes out on the 12th, and it's due to "Arrive" May 26th - June 1st. WTF?

I'm thinking of probably changing my shipping speed, but I gotta say even then paying for the 2 days, it'll arrive on May 19th? I suppose that's better but I've read somewhere that pre-orders usually arrive the day or day after it releases, I don't know how true that is though.

[Sseklebeast]

That's a hot little package!

[jeffx]

That's just insane. I love it!!!

ATTN CANADIANS! Just 36$ on amazon.ca (http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102554586789&s=10384&e=00179Gjktrp5VIrQVD0l0QkMSV16BnWAnHVd3iZuzcCqHasy v-wKl2L-6PSpI8jw0wQzppffMg6u9xtclM6V3HJviw9rFm_EQR2sj5Jfeb zGl0KJfD1rs73Sbz-3b4gTUCsF748zpwJuQWkmnw0uA1sJgyTKp4JPlodI8-mS1d_ZGF6tQTd4_4--SH78IZENOUgyTMxrAN-O6EkwozHyUOtMbsJDiUDqzDaAYAPbHYCo-PYL-xkcsEn3al3sVkPXArhxI2k2rQKaVPco9MV00qa0_LCEcAX3AkT )

[Pibbman]

That's just insane. I love it!!!

ATTN CANADIANS! Just 36$ on amazon.ca (http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102554586789&s=10384&e=00179Gjktrp5VIrQVD0l0QkMSV16BnWAnHVd3iZuzcCqHasy v-wKl2L-6PSpI8jw0wQzppffMg6u9xtclM6V3HJviw9rFm_EQR2sj5Jfeb zGl0KJfD1rs73Sbz-3b4gTUCsF748zpwJuQWkmnw0uA1sJgyTKp4JPlodI8-mS1d_ZGF6tQTd4_4--SH78IZENOUgyTMxrAN-O6EkwozHyUOtMbsJDiUDqzDaAYAPbHYCo-PYL-xkcsEn3al3sVkPXArhxI2k2rQKaVPco9MV00qa0_LCEcAX3AkT )

Wow, that is even cheaper than it is here in the US, as that would be $29 USD.

[SickleCellAnemia]

That's one big, sexy package, and everyone knows how much I LOVE big, sexy packages!

[Dave3]

Wow! This makes me want to pre-order a second copy. I wasn't expecting the packaging to look so awesome.

[Ike.]

A package this large will certainly never fit.

Through my door.

[LadyRayna]

Nice package!

That's one big, sexy package, and everyone knows how much I LOVE big, sexy packages!

LOL

BTW, I love your sig. All of it.

[Enzeru]

SO thought this was gonna be a special edition when I read the title. Glad it's not, though.

[Lorinosan]

Oh well, I'm sure Amazon has shipped heavier/larger things than this for free before anyways.

*cough* Fallout 3 Survival Edition *cough*

I am rather impressed about the package. I knew it was going to be something for display purposes (due to it being individually numbered) but I didn't expect a huge window of opportunity. :wink:

Bravo Atlus!

[Zephyr]

I've read somewhere that pre-orders usually arrive the day or day after it releases, I don't know how true that is though.

That's bull####. I pre-order Atlus items extremely frequently from Amazon and with Free Super Saver Shipping I usually don't get them for a half-week to a week after release. I still don't have The Dark Spire even though I pre-ordered at the beginning of March. The people who say they get theirs extremely quickly likely live near major Amazon distribution hubs.

Oh, and this packaging looks pretty sweet. I'm considering ordering another for the collecting value, but there's a lot of Atlus goodies coming up for DS so maybe not.

[Pibbman]

Oh yeah, I wonder exactly where its numbered?

Where is it Atlus? On the Plushie's tag?

[tokoshi_x]

Sweet package!! ;)

I definitely can't wait to pick this up!

[Sulf]

It's so...so...

So much like Atlus to spoil their fans.

[mlisette23]

This really makes me want to order two, it's just so pretty.

[LoligodKamina]

woohoo! now i know i'm getting the pushie.

[Sleepless Neko]

Damn, That plushie is cute!!

[Juanblue85]

So magnificent. I must resist urge to try getting two copies. Heck I will. :D

[Elizabeth]

Best package I've ever seen; I'll be stroking it all the way home.

[Birdpoopman]

Could the packaging get any sexier than this?

[Pibbman]

Could the packaging get any sexier than this?

Hmm...yeah it could get even sexier than that. Ever seen the packaging for "Nikuni ~ The Another World"?

But this packaging for the US is pretty good.

[RivalShadeX]

I've got 4 on pre-order, 2 for me, one to open and one to keep sealed. And 2 for resale, because I get the feeling this is going to be worth major money (this will be my first shot at game resale)

[Pibbman]

I've got 4 on pre-order, 2 for me, one to open and one to keep sealed. And 2 for resale, because I get the feeling this is going to be worth major money (this will be my first shot at game resale)

LOL. I dunno but I like that. First time I've heard 4, usually it's 3. One to use, one to keep and one to resell. I've been considering ordering a second copy, but I really don't have the money for it. I might just never end up playing this game and have it stay on my shelf lol.

[RivalShadeX]

I know I'll play it, that's why I bought 2, actually I'm only going to resale one, the 4th is a gift...

I wish I'd gotten Devil Summoner Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army then I could have tried to win a lithograph for it...

[Pibbman]

I know I'll play it, that's why I bought 2, actually I'm only going to resale one, the 4th is a gift...

I wish I'd gotten Devil Summoner Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army then I could have tried to win a lithograph for it...

Win a lithograph?

Have you played Devil Summoner RK vs SA yet?

[RivalShadeX]

The lithograph contest is mentioned at the back of the manaul I think, or just on the website...

I've played Devil Summoner RK vs SA, but I haven't finished it... I'll get around to it eventually, as soon as I finished Final Fantasy X

[Pibbman]

The lithograph contest is mentioned at the back of the manaul I think, or just on the website...

I've played Devil Summoner RK vs SA, but I haven't finished it... I'll get around to it eventually, as soon as I finished Final Fantasy X

Haha, I haven't finished it either. I got to the last boss and stuff, but got so lazy by then that after I died I just went on youtube and watched the ending lol. I'll probably finish that last battle sometimes soon since I read you can use the save in the next one coming out.

[RivalShadeX]

The lithograph contest is mentioned at the back of the manaul I think, or just on the website...

I've played Devil Summoner RK vs SA, but I haven't finished it... I'll get around to it eventually, as soon as I finished Final Fantasy X

Haha, I haven't finished it either. I got to the last boss and stuff, but got so lazy by then that after I died I just went on youtube and watched the ending lol. I'll probably finish that last battle sometimes soon since I read you can use the save in the next one coming out.
I heard you don't get much for it...

[Pibbman]

The lithograph contest is mentioned at the back of the manaul I think, or just on the website...

I've played Devil Summoner RK vs SA, but I haven't finished it... I'll get around to it eventually, as soon as I finished Final Fantasy X

Haha, I haven't finished it either. I got to the last boss and stuff, but got so lazy by then that after I died I just went on youtube and watched the ending lol. I'll probably finish that last battle sometimes soon since I read you can use the save in the next one coming out.
I heard you don't get much for it...

I don't even remember what you get for it haha. I think it was something like being able to make contracts with demons before meeting a level requirement, ones you already have in the save.

[RivalShadeX]

I don't even remember what you get for it haha. I think it was something like being able to make contracts with demons before meeting a level requirement, ones you already have in the save.[/QUOTE]

Yea, something like that, but seems like a great idea...

[iammako3]

Good news! Gamestop employees were specifically ordered to not gut any copies of the game and to use promotional coverart to put it out on the floor. I'm sure some Gamestops will still be dumb and try to gut one, but most can follow instructions.

. . . of course it's going to be rough trying to store the giant boxes of awesome. . .

[atboob]

Good news! Gamestop employees were specifically ordered to not gut any copies of the game and to use promotional coverart to put it out on the floor. I'm sure some Gamestops will still be dumb and try to gut one, but most can follow instructions.

. . . of course it's going to be rough trying to store the giant boxes of awesome. . .

This bodes well. Of course, they will have to at least sport one on the counter or behind it...ya' know, just to let folks envy the very existence of it and all.

[Juanblue85]

Just reserved this baby along with SMT: Devil Survivor as I was finishing the payment for SRT: OGS EF.

[RivalShadeX]

anybody know what the promotional art for this looks like, may have to see if I can get just a promotional art cover because it looks cool like I did for Resident Evil Umbrella Chronicles(with Wesker just standing there)

[xeno]

anybody know what the promotional art for this looks like, may have to see if I can get just a promotional art cover because it looks cool like I did for Resident Evil Umbrella Chronicles(with Wesker just standing there)

As far as I know, it looks more or less like the actual cover art displayed so far.

[RivalShadeX]

well that's no fun...

[xeno]

I'll look into it, and see if I can find anything...

EDIT: NVM, I found something.
A badly taken photograph...

http://img527.imageshack.us/my.php?image=ds2art.jpg

[RivalShadeX]

Maybe I'll swing by a gamestop locally and see if they have any promotional art cases out yet and snag one to scan and keep XD

[RivalShadeX]

It looks cool because Raiho is on there. It would also look cooler if they did a foil thing like they did for the 1st (3rd) Devil Summoner game...

[RivalShadeX]

know where we could put a poll/petition for a foil cover?

[Pibbman]

unfortunately they thought the foil on the first one looked bad (made it look murky or whatever), even though a lot of other people disagree. xD

[RivalShadeX]

Pibb, you are not on AIM...

I love foil covers, Kingdom Hearts 1 & 2 (both black label, Greatest Hits are plain), Kingdom Hearts RE: Chain of Memories, Devil Summoner Raidou Kuzunoha Vs The Soulless Army... and I think there is something I'm missing...

[RivalShadeX]

They should do it cool like Squaresoft did on Kingdom Hearts 1 and just holo/foil the characters and then leave the background plain...

[RivalShadeX]

They should also do the words like they did on Devil Summoner RK Vs TSA...

P.S. I also found the other title, the original release of Star Ocean Till the End of Time, the outer box is foilish...

Found another... Samurai Legend Musashi (also made by Square-Enix...)

[RivalShadeX]

I think Atlus so do some espionage research on how Square-Enix manages to make all of their foil covers to look nice...

or kidnap the foil design artist and force him to design a perfect one for Atlus... :seesaw:

[Zacewing]

So if Raiho a preorder bonus or does it come with the game when you buy it regardless of whether you preorder it or not? o_o

[RivalShadeX]

I think it's a pre-order but if it comes package with every day one copy every store should have them...

[Inzaghi]

So if Raiho a preorder bonus or does it come with the game when you buy it regardless of whether you preorder it or not? o_o

Raiho is packaged with every launch copy (as stated in my informative FAQ (http://www.atlus.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2864)). Every. Single. One. Since there will be a limited run of launch copies, the best way to ensure that you get one is to pre-order, but whether or not you get a Raiho is not tied to your preorder. You get a launch copy by hook or by crook, you get a Raiho.

[atboob]

So if Raiho a preorder bonus or does it come with the game when you buy it regardless of whether you preorder it or not? o_o

Raiho is packaged with every launch copy (as stated in my informative FAQ (http://www.atlus.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2864)). Every. Single. One. Since there will be a limited run of launch copies, the best way to ensure that you get one is to pre-order, but whether or not you get a Raiho is not tied to your preorder. You get a launch copy by hook or by crook, you get a Raiho.

Well, then, how do I get the game into the box once I buy my Raiho?

Baaahhhaaaaaaahahahahahahaha, just kidding man. Seriously, with the picture, the FAQ and all, you would think folks would be hipped to the whole situation by now.

[Demonis]

Gahhh! There's no way I can bring myself to open that. Now I'm going to have to buy ANOTHER copy of just the game. You win again Atlus!

I already own 3 Copies of P3 (one vanilla, two FES) and now this!

[Juanblue85]

Well children of darkness we have 11 days until this precious releases. What are you doing to pass the time?

( I was going to say 10 but the 12th is a shipping day so we get it on the 13th.)

[Zacewing]

I won't be able to get it, because I need to save my money for Anime North.

Damn my boss for only giving me one shift a week! D:<

[Ike.]

So if Raiho a preorder bonus or does it come with the game when you buy it regardless of whether you preorder it or not? o_o

Raiho is packaged with every launch copy (as stated in my informative FAQ (http://www.atlus.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2864)). Every. Single. One. Since there will be a limited run of launch copies, the best way to ensure that you get one is to pre-order, but whether or not you get a Raiho is not tied to your preorder. You get a launch copy by hook or by crook, you get a Raiho.

Can you put this in huge red letters at the top of every page so people stop asking?

[Djay]

So if Raiho a preorder bonus or does it come with the game when you buy it regardless of whether you preorder it or not? o_o

Raiho is packaged with every launch copy (as stated in my informative FAQ (http://www.atlus.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2864)). Every. Single. One. Since there will be a limited run of launch copies, the best way to ensure that you get one is to pre-order, but whether or not you get a Raiho is not tied to your preorder. You get a launch copy by hook or by crook, you get a Raiho.

Will there be something extra that people who pre-order get, or is the plushie the only bonus?

[Elizabeth]

Ugh... This is getting bad. I'm so excited, and the release is so near, I've actually been dreaming about getting this game, one of which being where I go to pick it up at Game Stop only to discover a giant crater in the ground. One also got mixed with Portal where I saw the message "The plushie is a lie".

[Emilio Morales]

XD Just remember to open some holes in the box so Raiho can breathe, Atlus. ;)

[Zacewing]

If only I could win 50 bucks in the lottery...:(

[Pibbman]

Ugh... This is getting bad. I'm so excited, and the release is so near, I've actually been dreaming about getting this game, one of which being where I go to pick it up at Game Stop only to discover a giant crater in the ground. One also got mixed with Portal where I saw the message "The plushie is a lie".

That's more of a nightmare if you ask me. xD

I didn't realize the game was literally releasing next week until I looked at the calendar a few minutes ago. It was a nice surprise, I can't believe how fast time flew by. I'm sure others probably had worse of a time waiting.

I'm eagerly awaiting! :D This'll be the first time I used amazon for a game order, hopefully it doesn't take too long.

[ashtonv]

And oh what a package it is!

Thank you, Atlus USA!!!

[RivalShadeX]

Looks great... Boo amazon.com, said it will be in stock thursday, but won't ship til monday DX

[Jonny The Pie King]

:D

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/jonny6131/DSC00010.jpg

[Zarathustra]

Just got my copy. Atlus has done a great job with the packaging. Can't wait to open it and play it. Thanks, Atlus!!

[Greyhawk]

I seriously don't wanna open that box. Its too nice to open! I'd probably buy a copy from your next print run just to avoid having to open that box. >_>

[Pibbman]

I seriously don't wanna open that box. Its too nice to open! I'd probably buy a copy from your next print run just to avoid having to open that box. >_>

Assuming they even did another print run, which I doubt they will, you'd be missing out while you waited for it. The game is AWESOME.