Ask a Question, Get an Answer (Maybe) - Page 11

Kyu · 03-30-2009, 09:41 AM

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...I'd like to find more info than "coming soon" on most of the links. It makes no sense for me to keep checking back weekly or however long it takes to update and add a bit or two of new information.

I imagine it's for either hype purposes or their web designer being busy, as they're the only one they have, I think.

You would hope that, but I don't think that is the case. I have seen quite talented web designers work much faster that this... even with several other projects on hand.

And HYPE is a terrible excuse. I generally do not return to a website that is "under construction". They can do the HYPE thing with teaser trailers.

Onion of Mystery · 03-30-2009, 10:06 AM

As far as I understand it, drip-feeding you information is more likely to keep the average reader to pay attention.

Think of it this way: If we give you all the information at once, you'll read it once, then maybe remember it by the time the game comes out. By steadily releasing information as the game comes closer to release, it's more likely that you'll keep being reminded of the game and thus more likely to remember it when that shiny happy box appears on store shelves.

chee7nou · 03-31-2009, 12:42 PM

Hey Atlus, I'm losing sleep over this big "?". Is Growlanser 5 the last we'll ever see of the franchise? Also, Wondering if you guys will ever come up with some ingenuis plan to release/carry-over the first one+ numba 4?<---(Been waiting to get my hands on them). Lastly, Is part 6 (sequel to HOW-GW5) gonna have a chance of sharing its glory on this side of the Pacific? ~thanks~

ErnestLyell · 04-01-2009, 10:30 PM

I also want to ask the same question as @chee7nou,besides I also wonder how much of a chance that you guys will make Growlanser VII.

About Growlanser PSP,IV,VI ; if you guys can't localize all,please at least localize one

Olethros · 04-02-2009, 07:49 AM

Well, Atlus USA employees, don't leave these two fine young gentlemen hanging! Answer their questions gosh durn it.

Rednusander · 04-02-2009, 08:10 AM

chee7nou, ErnestLyell,

Please refer to page 4, post number 110 of this thread for your answer to this question.

And then refrain from making fun of me for making a blanket statement about not making blanket statements.

Onion of Mystery · 04-02-2009, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Olethros

Well, Atlus USA employees, don't leave these two fine young gentlemen hanging! Answer their questions gosh durn it.

I changed the thread title for you guys!

shimo · 04-02-2009, 09:14 AM

^ Maybe??

Olethros · 04-02-2009, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Onion of Mystery

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Originally Posted by Olethros

Well, Atlus USA employees, don't leave these two fine young gentlemen hanging! Answer their questions gosh durn it.

I changed the thread title for you guys!

Onion of Mystery: master of the artful dodge!

cj iwakura · 04-02-2009, 04:50 PM

Well, they did get an answer. Sort of.

chee7nou · 04-03-2009, 01:04 PM

T_T great many more nights of losing sleep to come...

Kyu · 04-06-2009, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Onion of Mystery

As far as I understand it, drip-feeding you information is more likely to keep the average reader to pay attention.

Think of it this way: If we give you all the information at once, you'll read it once, then maybe remember it by the time the game comes out. By steadily releasing information as the game comes closer to release, it's more likely that you'll keep being reminded of the game and thus more likely to remember it when that shiny happy box appears on store shelves.

What you are saying makes sense for teaser trailers and game clips. Drip-feeding with WEBSITES only works if it is a news or blog site...

I just want a good site that I can spend time looking at and finding information on a game I might be interested in. If you don't have information, my interest will fall away.

Master Zombots · 04-06-2009, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Olethros

Well, Atlus USA employees, don't leave these two fine young gentlemen hanging! Answer their questions gosh durn it.

I changed the thread title for you guys!

Lol!

You answered to a command, not a question. How ironic!

Olethros · 04-07-2009, 11:25 AM

^ Ha. I didn't even catch that at first. Good call MZ.

Although, you really shouldn't pick on Onion like that.

Master Zombots · 04-07-2009, 02:31 PM

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^ Ha. I didn't even catch that at first. Good call MZ.

Although, you really shouldn't pick on Onion like that.

Fair enough friend, I'll just peel.

Riku Xander · 04-11-2009, 11:06 PM

^lol -.'

Blizz · 05-02-2009, 12:41 PM

Will there be a Persona (Any Persona Game) for the Playstation 3 or is Atlus sticking to the ps2 and psp?

Manly Biceps · 05-07-2009, 01:43 PM

You asked a question, and now you'll get an answer:

"(Maybe)"

Just like the thread title says. Ha ha ha!

Onion of Mystery · 05-07-2009, 02:42 PM

No, no, the (maybe) in the title is that maybe we'll give you an answer. Maybe the answer will be "maybe." Maybe it won't!

Manly Biceps · 05-07-2009, 02:44 PM

I like my interpretation, where they ask whatever question, and the answer we always give is (Maybe).

Pibbman · 05-07-2009, 03:39 PM

Here is my question(s?).

When gamers sit here and say what they do or don't like, or even suggestions of SMT titles, where they are made in Japan. Does Atlus Japan even get western feedback? You guys sitting there putting in our thoughts and sending it to them to go over?

I ask this because I read Play Magazine's interview with Meguro, Soejima and Hashino said they don't hear anything outside of Japan, and the only feedback they get anything on is from reviews or previews. Where as the stuff from gamers in Japan are heard, obviously since they can read Japanese and whatnot.

Just curious because I'd like to know if I'm wasting my time or not with those threads.

Olethros · 05-08-2009, 10:38 AM

Depends on your definition of wasted time. If you believe that anything that cannot possibly be productive is a waste of time, then the answer is yes.

If you feel that conjecture and endless debate is at least entertaining, then the answer is no.

Thray-Sama · 05-12-2009, 12:06 PM

Here's a question of interest: Will Atlus ever improve their support of the EU market like Koei have done already in the form of a EU subsidiary as well as NIS who've also set up a EU subsidiary with their games being distributed by SquareEnix.

Basically, I and I guess, a lot of other EU Atlus supporters are probably frustrated that when some of your games do come out over here, we don't get any of the pre-order stuff that the Americans get [one notorious example being the special P4 Bonus Pack from Amazon.com].

With the new Devil Summoner game for the PS2, fortunately a friend of mine was willing to let me use her address so I could have it shipped from Amazon.com while I pay her for the postage and packing to ship it to the UK plus a bit extra as a way to say thanks.

Here in Europe, a lot of people tend to be into boring games like FPS'es and casual games and we never get enough choice here as far as niche games are concerned so if Atlus could show us some love in Europe with a official subsidiary, we'll definitely support you guys! [especially if you give us Spoils like the Americans have, but please cut down on the soundtrack CD's and artbooks!]

Rednusander · 05-12-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Thray-Sama

Here's a question of interest: Will Atlus ever improve their support of the EU market like Koei have done already in the form of a EU subsidiary as well as NIS who've also set up a EU subsidiary with their games being distributed by SquareEnix.

As a subsidiary ourselves, it isn't within our scope to expand into the EU market. Atlus Japan has that ability, but Atlus USA is just that - the North American subsidiary.

ArjenUnpronouncable · 05-13-2009, 03:05 AM

Is there any chance we poor Europeans are getting Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 for Nintendo DS some time?
It has, to this day, not been released here, and I love Atlus' Trauma Center franchise.

Oh, and why hasn't it been released here? I'm aware Atlus does not have a European division, but is there a reason why no one publishes it? Is no one willing or has Atlus decided not to?

SickleCellAnemia · 05-13-2009, 10:09 AM

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Is there any chance we poor Europeans are getting Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 for Nintendo DS some time?
It has, to this day, not been released here, and I love Atlus' Trauma Center franchise.

I would bet Nintendo of Europe would release it there, since they published the other Trauma Centers in Europe.

Pibbman · 05-13-2009, 10:30 AM

So I guess since there is silence towards my question, the question has been answered in my mind.

Manly Biceps · 05-13-2009, 11:05 AM

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So I guess since there is silence towards my question, the question has been answered in my mind.

Of course we take the input of the fans and pass it on. We don't just dump a giant block quote of every post on them, because they wouldn't have time to deal with all of that.

It's just that in both volume and timeliness, it pales in comparison to the direct feedback they're getting from the Japanese fans. Don't think that we're just completely ignoring everything here, just be aware that it may not be a huge factor in Japan's decision making processes.

dragonlife29 · 05-13-2009, 11:41 AM

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So I guess since there is silence towards my question, the question has been answered in my mind.

Of course we take the input of the fans and pass it on...

...just be aware that it may not be a huge factor in Japan's decision making processes.

=O

Trauma Center rants redeem--

Aw ='( *cuts cyber self*

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Originally Posted by SickleCellAnemia

I would bet Nintendo of Europe would release it there, since they published the other Trauma Centers in Europe.

Wow, I didn't know they published it in Europe...

But it's Nintendo so he probably won't ever play it without importing. At least the DS is region-free D: You still have a shot that they may, though!

ArjenUnpronouncable · 05-13-2009, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ArjenUnpronouncable

Is there any chance we poor Europeans are getting Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 for Nintendo DS some time?
It has, to this day, not been released here, and I love Atlus' Trauma Center franchise.

I would bet Nintendo of Europe would release it there, since they published the other Trauma Centers in Europe.

They did, but you'll know how long it's been since Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 was released. If you don't, it came to North America on July 1, 2008. Now, I know, we Europeans had to wait +/- 10 months longer for Second Opinion and +/- 12 months longer for New Blood, but I was hoping for a confirmation that it would be released at all, and perhaps an explanation from Atlus to their European fans why Nintendo or they are taking so long.