Persona 2 PSP; Would you buy it?

[Manic Expressive]

Alright the point of this thread is to show Atlus JP/US that we clearly want Persona 2 on PSP. Please mods do not close this thread because someone made a suggestion of having Persona 3 on PSP and well look what happened, it's on PSP.

What I want to know is how many fans out there of the series as whole would be willing to support this if it were come to fruition?

If it got a complete overhaul like Persona did, I think it would attract every single person that has ever come across the series. Honestly though I would be completely satisfied with a straight port, I think the game is perfect as it is.

I'm asking mods to please not close this thread, I want serious discussions from serious fans in this thread and whoever would like to support the idea. Post any suggestions or ideas for the game you would like to see in a potential revision similar to Persona PSP.

[Kenji]

Naturally.

I doubt Atlus Japan is paying much attention to this, but I'll throw in for the sake of the cause.

I specifically want two things, above all else:

1) Some form of streamlining of the combat menus. I don't ask that it conforms to P1, P3, or P4 in terms of "press Attack to attack" (though I wouldn't complain), but I do ask that the Strategy menu at least be laid out in a more intuitive fashion that doesn't require me to swim through over three submenus (with loading times) to make informed changes to the next round of combat.

2) Since P1 has this, it feels like a shoe-in: the Velvet Room displaying Persona compatibility to party members would be extremely helpful in planning a party spread.

[Manic Expressive]

Originally Posted by Kenji

Naturally.

I doubt Atlus Japan is paying much attention to this, but I'll throw in for the sake of the cause.

I specifically want two things, above all else:

1) Some form of streamlining of the combat menus. I don't ask that it conforms to P1, P3, or P4 in terms of "press Attack to attack," but I do ask that the Strategy menu at least be laid out in a more intuitive fashion that doesn't require me to swim through over three submenus to make informed changes to the next round of combat.

2) Since P1 has this, it feels like a shoe-in: the Velvet Room displaying Persona compatibility to party members would be extremely helpful in planning a party spread.

I know its a shot in the dark but I feel completely better at least trying to do something. Maybe if we get enough positive support an Atlus USA rep can show some of the higher ups in Japan, but who knows? As someone who treasures Persona 2, I really want to try my hardest to spread the word. If a lot of you would do the same, that would be awesome.

I seriously have a feeling Atlus JP has been reading the forums, I have literally seen at least 3 different ideas mentioned in the P3 section coming to life in that port.

[Kenji]

Originally Posted by Manic Expressive

I know its a shot in the dark but I feel completely better at least trying to do something. Maybe if we get enough positive support an Atlus USA rep can show some of the higher ups in Japan, but who knows? As someone who treasures Persona 2, I really want to try my hardest to spread the word. If a lot of you would do the same, that would be awesome.

I seriously have a feeling Atlus JP has been reading the forums, I have literally seen at least 3 different ideas mentioned in the P3 section coming to life in that port.

Well, if Atlus Japan wants to make greater inroads to the West, they'd be stupid not to check out the American branch's official forums. I'll give you that.

Since Tom and Gemini finished their wonderful patch of Innocent Sin, I've found I have mixed feelings about P2. While I do love the storyline, setting, and even the mechanics behind the combat system, the implementation was like a splinter that dug further and further into my flesh the longer I played it.

By the time Xibalba lifted off, I couldn't take the irritation anymore and actually stopped in favor of replaying P3F on Hard.

I'll play the two no matter what (especially since they cost me, combined, $150), but a streamlined port on the PSP (that includes at least the things I mentioned above) will make the difference between a single playthrough and multiple playthroughs.

I feel like P2 deserves multiple playthroughs, so I'd like to see this happen so I can do that.

[Manic Expressive]

Originally Posted by Kenji

Well, if Atlus Japan wants to make greater inroads to the West, they'd be stupid not to check out the American branch's official forums. I'll give you that.

Since Tom and Gemini finished their wonderful patch of Innocent Sin, I've found I have mixed feelings about P2. While I do love the storyline, setting, and even the mechanics behind the combat system, the implementation was like a splinter that dug further and further into my flesh the longer I played it.

I'll play the two no matter what (especially since they cost me, combined, $150), but a streamlined port on the PSP (that includes at least the things I mentioned above) will make the difference between a single playthrough and multiple playthroughs.

I feel like P2 deserves multiple playthroughs, so I'd like to see this happen so I can do that.

I'm glad someone else sees the potential light at the end of this long, dark, lonely tunnel.

I actually thought about all the hard work Tom and Gemini put into the patch, and yes a localization would sort of make that obsolete in a sense. But if they completely overhaul it like they did with Persona 1, then I will still always play the original copy of the game. I can see them messing with some original tracks that I love. Can see myself playing the patched version just for the nostalgic value in the future.

Yes it is very interesting seeing all the things you missed on first playthroughs with Persona 2, not to mention it has one of the best storylines in an RPG. The way they attach you to the characters, feel for them, relate with the vast father issues every single character seems to have.

As for the battle system, yeah it can get a bit ridiculous at times but if you know your way around the system it can easily be taken advantage of. What I did was make the Demon with the lowest possible level that knows "Photon Cannon", it really helped wipe the floor with a lot of mobs for me.

With that being said, this honestly has sparked a new interest for me. Since it has never been completely finished on youtube I plan on starting a FULL "Let's Play" Persona 2 Innocent Sin, starting tomorrow. I am not sure if I will want to commentate while I play, I know some people dislike that but just post an opinion and let me know. As always, I will keep this thread updated.

[Enzeru]

I would buy it. Now that they have P3P, though, I'd like to see the whole world in 3D including the characters etc, rather than just the backgrounds. That would make the purchase much more justifiable.

[TheDoctor]

I'd like P2:IS in some form because I own and played EP but I seriously always thought that most long time fans like me wanted Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers first because at least we got Persona 2 in some way.

I s'pose that a Devil Summoner title doesn't bring the crowds as a Persona title brings them, even though Soul Hackers, along with the original Persona, was one of the most popular MegaTen games in Japan.

[Emilio Morales]

I totally support this! Because EP was my first Megaten game that got me attracted to the WHOLE franchise. Really if I weren't able to play EP back in the days I where NEVER got into the series as much as I'm now. I love both Persona 2 games, they have a unique storyline and the most cool protagonist I'd ever seen (Tatsuya).

It doesn't need to have much of an overhaul, it's fine as it is, maybe just adding more anime cut scenes and some extra dungeons will be just fine. The music is awesome (being 7Sisters' theme one of the best song I'd ever heard), the battle and contact system (vital thing that P3 to P4 lacks) are there and are easy to understand and play, the story is unique, characters have deep and interesting backgrounds and in some ways, Atlus owes us this one (Tsumi)

These two games deserves much more than any other Persona game (it was the first on the Persona series to have a sequel and an English patch for a game who wasn't localized are a fine example of this).

I'm happy with the port of P3 to the PSP but I do want both Persona 2 on my PSP... Anyway, I guess where going to see both games ported or re-maked sometime, I have the feeling.

[Archie55]

YES!!! I'd be happy if it was just a port of both games, because i never got to play any of the SMT games. But now that P1 is coming, you better believe that I'm getting it! And in japan when they announced P3 for PSP, I was even happier! But then looked up 2 and saw some youtube videos and said to myself "Why hasn't this been announced for PSP yet?" so yes, I would buy it. And it's kinda set up to be a port NOW, don't you think? I mean, there are two parts to it, and P1 is getting the snow queen quest, so why not put IS and EP on one UMD and the PSN? It would be perfect! <3 Atlus

[DrJonAngus]

Honestly, who is voting no? So rather than have an SMT game be re-released, some of you'd rather not have it at all? Both Persona 2 games are rare and a lot of us want to experience them without having to pay an arm and a leg to get them.

[hickwarrior]

Originally Posted by DrJonAngus

Honestly, who is voting no? So rather than have an SMT game be re-released, some of you'd rather not have it at all? Both Persona 2 games are rare and a lot of us want to experience them without having to pay an arm and a leg to get them.

Nor a lung, a heart, a kidney etc.

anyway, I do agree with this guy. Can the ones that are saying no explain why you wouldn't want this game? I'd definitely want to see the nay-sayers views on it.

@Manic Expressive

Well, it's done when it's done. Don't rush it, otherwise you'd get low quality stuff like this. But if you can't get it to be better than that, then it's tough luck. I'll watch your vids anyway then.

[four_black_hearts]

Originally Posted by DrJonAngus

Honestly, who is voting no? So rather than have an SMT game be re-released, some of you'd rather not have it at all? Both Persona 2 games are rare and a lot of us want to experience them without having to pay an arm and a leg to get them.

I voted no because I like P2. I certainly wouldn't want to see anything like a P2P.

[Kenji]

Originally Posted by four_black_hearts

I voted no because I like P2. I certainly wouldn't want to see anything like a P2P.

For the life of me, I still can't understand this sentiment, and it's not limited to P2. The same thing goes on with Silent Hill: Shattered Memories with regards to the original Silent Hill; the idea that a remake or reimagining will somehow destroy all preexisting versions of a given video game is something I don't think I can describe adequately.

Maybe it's because I don't sentimentally attach myself to video games.

I mean, seriously, it's not like Thor is gonna launch ICBMs and vaporize every PlayStation copy of P2, the moment a PSP version is announced.

At least P1 PSP detractors had the excuse of the original PlayStation version having an inaccurate localization, something that didn't happen to P2.

[Soushi_Grapple]

Seeing as bad as the original release of P1 was here, I'm super excited for the PSP port... but I can also understand why people complain that it may ruin a game in their eyes. I felt that way with Star Ocean 2. Although, I was really happy with the remake in the end because I've got 3 copies of the original sitting on my shelf to play if I feel like. It doesn't hurt to experience something new or a new take on something.
I'm not super excited about P3P (when they announce P2IS/EP/P or P4P I'll be happy..). I am a little worried about what would happen if they did P4P, but I'd be so happy to play it on the go I wouldn't care.
Not to condone it, but if you guys are so set on originals, just cfw your way to it, if you catch my drift. If it's something similar to P2IS (in the instance that it didn't have a patch), if you want/love the game so much to bash a re-release that may see its way here [although I've yet to see anyone do so yet] then maybe you should try translating it yourself or importing. =/

[Emilio Morales]

Originally Posted by Kenji

For the life of me, I still can't understand this sentiment, and it's not limited to P2. The same thing goes on with Silent Hill: Shattered Memories with regards to the original Silent Hill; the idea that a remake or reimagining will somehow destroy all preexisting versions of a given video game is something I don't think I can describe adequately.

Not 100% true because Silent Hill will not be re-made by the "Team Silent", who where the responsibles of the awesome games of SH1 to SH4 The Room, and will be re-made (as far as I know) by the same developers of "Homecoming" (which, in my opinion, was a terrible follow up to the series, it lacks the "Japanese horror elements" that previous entries had).

What I mean is, since ATLUS itself is the responsible of such re-made/re-make/port/etc. of a game that was developed by them in the first place, "nothing" (maybe with some exceptions) can't go wrong with a re-made/re-make/port/etc. of any of their games. The only "mistake", we could call it, I think ATLUS could make is, manipulating a game that was originally lead by Kozy Okada, you know adding or extracting elements properly from Kozy Okada's mind.... But I doubt it, looking at the port of Persona on the PSP.

Anyway... that's what I think.

[Manic Expressive]

Originally Posted by four_black_hearts

I voted no because I like P2. I certainly wouldn't want to see anything like a P2P.

I feel P3 is sorta borrowing the idea from P2 since it also starred a female MC, Maya Amano in Eternal Punishment so I don't think they could possibly mess with it too much, to me P2 is great the way it is.

[ShadowYuri]

Originally Posted by Manic Expressive

Alright the point of this thread is to show Atlus JP/US that we clearly want Persona 2 on PSP. Please mods do not close this thread because someone made a suggestion of having Persona 3 on PSP and well look what happened, it's on PSP.

What I want to know is how many fans out there of the series as whole would be willing to support this if it were come to fruition?

If it got a complete overhaul like Persona did, I think it would attract every single person that has ever come across the series. Honestly though I would be completely satisfied with a straight port, I think the game is perfect as it is.

I'm asking mods to please not close this thread, I want serious discussions from serious fans in this thread and whoever would like to support the idea. Post any suggestions or ideas for the game you would like to see in a potential revision similar to Persona PSP.

You know, maybe Atlus JP first announced P3P on purpose, in order to "angry" some fans (well, that's not exactly the word, but...), and get them to do what you did. Because, if they are opening to the West, then they're reading these forums, and if they do that, all we say can only help them to take decisions about the "P2P". Not to say that I believe in destiny. Just a thought.

And, as a gamer who didn't get to play half of the game back in the day, I would buy an UMD of P2P in a heartbeat. On the other hand, I'm feeling like Atlus is flooding us with MegaTen titles these days (well, at least I haven't played P4 and DS"2" for the PS2, neither Devil Survivor for the DS). So, I can wait for an announcement. But don't let us down, Atlus!

[Kenji]

I, also, wouldn't be surprised if the combined sales of P1 and P3P will affect possible ports of P2 and (why not?) P4, as well as Persona's future. If all of these sell well, I wouldn't be surprised to see P5 end up on the PSP.

[jj984jj]

Originally Posted by Kenji

I, also, wouldn't be surprised if the combined sales of P1 and P3P will affect possible ports of P2 and (why not?) P4, as well as Persona's future. If all of these sell well, I wouldn't be surprised to see P5 end up on the PSP.

After seeing what P3P looks like in motion I'd be really surprised if P5 was on PSP, unless their console staff is making SMTIV or something.

[Kain Mare]

I would certainly purchase Persona 2 IS/ EP day one. Be it 2 UMD, 1 UMD, Single release or seperate release.

[Worm]

I'm even kind of leery of Persona 1 PSP, I'd like to see at least a little updated graphics.

[Killrig]

I'd prefer both as a single package, but yes, I'd pick it up -- without a doubt. I'm having a great time with the original on the PSP.

[Macheath]

YES!!!! I want this game so bad...

[Jackstar]

2 copies per title, no problem.

[Zenieth]

One thing I'd enjoy would be how they handle the cover art, it could really unbelievable tying in the meaning of both games, if they come together.

[Blizz]

I will definitely buy any persona game made on the psp. One suggestion since some people didn't like the soundtrack with the remake of Persona Revelations I would suggest some were in the options to have original or new.

[Zacewing]

If they change the music in the PSP version of P2 I will bomb Atlus Japan and order a hit on Shoji Meguro.

My precious...

[thetempleknight]

i would absolutely buy persona 2 if it came out on the psp, i snapped up persona one as soon as it was out oin the psp, and persona 3 and 4 on the ps2 as well, so persona 2 would be awesome.

[Archie55]

I just saw the sales data for P3P... Both UMD and PSN... And they were amazing. I don't see why Atlus wouldn't remake it now. Unless... They don't want to. Or they don't want to make money. Or they have some other odd reason that I can't think of/explain.

[Kenji]

Well, there's always P4P.

Seriously, though, it partially depends on how popular P2 was in Japan... as I understand it, it ranks below P1 and P3, but don't quote me on that. That said, P3P doing very well might increase the chances of a PSP P2 port... that'd be nice...