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Other Things => Gaming => Topic started by: Setsuna F. Seiei on November 08, 2008, 10:55:23 PM
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General Tales games thread.
currently:
-Tales of Hearts for DS (2008 Winter)
gameplay
http://youtube.com/watch?v=uHYC17Y91F4
Anime ver of the trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRHu1Lf9b6E&
CG ver
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=873i29ASg3I&e
http://www.watch.impress.co.jp/game/docs/20080723/toh.htm
http://gamekyo.com/news28881_tales-of-hearts-new-screenshots.html
-Tales of The World: Radiant Mythology 2 for PSP
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSYhehz_3vc
http://www.watch.impress.co.jp/game/docs/20080723/pm2.htm
http://www.gamekyo.com/news29011_tales-of-the-world-radiant-mythology-2-new-screenshots.html
-Wii title
http://kotaku.com/5022827/another-tales-game-coming-this-time-for-the-wii
(http://img162.imageshack.us/img162/3769/725610200807031751400birp5.th.jpg) (http://"http://img162.imageshack.us/my.php?image=725610200807031751400birp5.jpg")
(http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj18/Rpgmonkey01/viploader2d425106.jpg)
(http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/1112/13wd9.jpg)
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I have played Tales of Phantasia and Symphonia, and have only beaten the latter one so far. The serie is pretty good, and has a nice different battle system than most RPG's I have played.
Currently I am awaiting Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World, which will be some kind of spin-off.
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Tales of the World : Radiant Mythology 2 video of Stan (http://gamekyo.com/video13542_tales-of-the-world-radiant-mythology-2-video-of-stan.html)
ToH new screen
(http://www.gamekyo.com/Webmasters/Images/72561020081105_192931_0_big.jpg)
[tornado fang] yeah Judas, Jade and Lloyd!
They are support characters, not playable ones.
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...Oh, sweet christ, that last character reveal there shows why the CGI version of the game is going to by fugly. Her forehead is huge and it doesn't help the green eyebrows almost vanish into her skin tone.
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Yeah its 2D Jade xD
seems like this game will have Narikiri Features
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Yayoi from Idol Master.........XD
(http://bbs.a9vg.com/ul_img/200811/12//1226499793553.jpg)
Also new RM scan.
(http://img224.imageshack.us/img224/7159/1226463308623gb3.jpg)
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Can someone translate what is in this scan? I like to know what they're talking about!
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Lots of RM new videos
http://gamekyo.com/element7257_game_tales-of-the-world-radiant-mythology-2.html
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3EarYNaS2c (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3EarYNaS2c)
Eien no Ashita MV
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http://www.psphyper.com/psp/six-more-characters-revealed-for-radiant-mythology-2/
Six characters confirmed, with three of them already being old.
This game is looking good and the vast list of Tales characters are really amazing. We have to wait until Jan. 29, 2009 to get the game but it will be a nice treat when it coems out.
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Who would make a cameo apperance outside the Tales of Whatever series this time? ala Tales of the World: Nikarisihi Dungeon 3 (or series, overall)
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Estelle...?
...Eh, I saw it coming, female lead and all... but they could have picked better choices.
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So this seems like a pretty good place to leave this. It's the new teaser trailer for the next mothership Tales game on Wii. Overall it's looking pretty top-notch and the new character in this video has an awesome fighting style for the series. Color me impressed already.
The link is direct download only however, so keep that in mind. With all this said and done, enjoy! (http://sd-1.archive-host.com/membres/up/124208506659051570/Tales_of_wii_teaser.VOB) 8)
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Damn teaser looks so good.
I don't really dig the character design for now, but his fighting style and his dodge skill is love.
Love the last bit where he put his sword back into his scabbard. (I know there's a vocab for this.... I forgot)
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Damn teaser looks so good.
I don't really dig the character design for now, but his fighting style and his dodge skill is love.
Love the last bit where he put his sword back into his scabbard. (I know there's a vocab for this.... I forgot)
Sheathe. And yes, the teaser as I said before has perked my interests.
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New Tales game coming for Wii. "Tales Mothership"
http://www.siliconera.com/2008/12/15/a-tales-mothership-teaser-video/
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New Tales game coming for Wii. "Tales Mothership"
http://www.siliconera.com/2008/12/15/a-tales-mothership-teaser-video/
You're Too Slow! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yvawm0iovo) [Look at the past posts]
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You're Too Slow! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yvawm0iovo) [Look at the past posts]
Holy [parasitic bomb] that's annoying! luckily it's less than 1 minute.
And yes sheathe.
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Still no release date for Dawn of the New World...
The game gets mixed reviews as well.
To buy or not to buy?
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Dawn of the new World is already released in JP and US versions.
you should rent it ifyou only want to play it
or buy for the Tales of Collection
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TBA in Yurop.
Wait, Tales of Collection!?
*Searches*
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i mean your personal collection
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I see. I just wanted to expand my Tales of... collection with this spinoff to Symphonia, the only Tales of... game which I currently own.
Guess I will have to read up some reviews and either wait for the release date or just plainly forget about it.
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i played twice through the japanese version
its a good game and if you played ToS you will remember most of the places and the puzzles are reused.
Its nothing new except it has free run. The story is medium the gameplay is good but the game is way too easy.
I played my second playthrough on Mania and never had any trouble. If you are looking for a challenge you should try another game.
Wii is import friendly with the HBC
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(http://symphonicheaven.com/assets/images/gallery/random/tohpossenglish.png)
Nobody's sure if it's real or not yet.
Source (http://symphonicheaven.com)
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The US port? That's great, I was wondering when I can play first-hand on a Tales game.
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Hm, that might mean I don't have to import Tales of Hearts if this is true.
...Do [tornado fang]ing Want.
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The very first Tales game on DS to have a US release.
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Oh man, do want. Life needs more RPGs.
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Turn out to be a fan-made screenshot (http://zettaizero.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/tales-of-hearts-screenshot/) from the ones responsible for ToI translation.
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...and Tales of Phantasia PS1, which is delightful, but that's older. :P
I do hope they bring over the animated version of Tales of Heart. Those CG models look quite ugly and awkward.
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I doubt they'd bring over the CG version considering how bad it did in Japan.
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Yeah, leave CG to Final Fantasy. Tales of is much more charming animated.
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Agreed.
Now we have to somehow convince Namco Bandai that we actually want the DS games coming over stateside.
...Say, how did Vesperia do out of morbid curiousity?
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In the US?
Around 110,000 according to VGCharts (http://www.vgchartz.com/swlaunch.php?reg1=America&game1=Tales+of+Vesperia+-+X360®2=All&game2=®3=All&game3=&weeks=100)
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Hm... that's not what I'd call very good at all, especially considering the 360's install base. At the same time, the 360 isn't what I'd exactly call the "Kingdom of RPGs" That title usually falls in line with the PlayStation family... more so PlayStation 2.
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No opening animation, but this is the song for the opening of TotW: RM2.
Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 2 Opening Music Preview:
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=RRHvCLCaOzs
Small preview, but rocks out loud! This is going to be a super cool opening to a Tales of game! 8)
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Hey guys. It's New Year. That means it's time for~~~~~~~
TALES OF THE COMBOOOO (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7eUGUDMII8k&feature=channel_page)
Happy 2009!
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Tales of Hearts Combination Blaster Exhibition
[spoiler]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVGwP7oVYe0[/spoiler]
too bad i short on money to buy it.
It played it a few minutes but had not enough time yet to see how the battle system works.
My PC is too slow.
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Another official video update of TotW: RM2. Shows more screen shots, more scenes from the intro, a look at what the main villain looks like, etc.
Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 2 (Jan. 9) Update
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTNXDAaxM2E&feature=channel_page
It keeps on getting more and more awesome!
Posted on: January 10, 2009, 08:07:59 PM
15 second TotW: RM2 commerical
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aduTyD3cIS0&feature=channel_page
This game keeps on getting more epic by the day!
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Cameo Battle: Guy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_c5Z-Hc8tdU&feature=related
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"Prepare yourself for a blinding storm! Brilliant Overlord! Behold its splendor! Never fight a battle you can't win!"
Yep... looks like Guy now knows how its like to be on the receiving end of it... or a bootleg version of it. All it needed was an exploding orb of death. Pretty cool he's a secret boss, though.
So, how's bugging Namco to bring this over to the U.S. working?
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Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 2 Game Prologue:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGgNbQ_7sPs
Translation of the text from the official website:
"The people, blessed with the power of Mana, live their lives happily in the world of Granide.
An old legend goes that once the peace of this world is disturbed, the World Tree would produce a brave hero, the 'Descender.'
In Granide, there is a known guild called the 'Van Eltia' which has a ship as its base. A young girl, Kanonno, who is a member of this guild witnesses a strange occurence to the World Tree, a light from it reaching the heavens.
From the sky, a certain youth appears, and drops off on the deck.
However, our hero apparently lost his memories upon the impact of falling from the sky. He doesn't know anything, be it who he is, his motives, nor his memories.
Even still, he is a Descender, brought upon to this world, its peace beginning to be disturbed."
Official Website for more information:
http://rm2.namco-ch.net/
Credits goes to a745 from Tales Brigade.
Posted on: January 13, 2009, 07:36:57 PM
New video showing the latest and newest information on TotW: RM2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IZwvXcDWng
We got a better look at the Purple-haired Red and Yellow eyed kid that could be the final boss or rival to the descender. And his design looks 10x better than Widdershin! And hopefully an awesome personality to match.
Namco is really putting a lot of effort into this game!
Posted on: January 16, 2009, 10:21:06 PM
Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 2 new scan
http://img135.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=12781_05_122_658lo.jpg
The purple-hair kid, who's name is Geede, looks badass! Also Bebertov's cut-in and Dhaos battle scene.
Also Soul Calibur costumes for the win!!! 8)
Posted on: January 21, 2009, 02:17:32 PM
Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 2 opening
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzXPtesYZpE
Epic opening. 0_0
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OK folks, after spending a good deal of my life with the fun yet flawed Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of The New World and lacking the funds or opportunity to get an Xbox360 for Vesperia, I have to ask everyone, what should I search out in the meantime to fill that "Tales of" craving?
Also, has anything been revealed about Tales of Wii as yet? I needs info dammit! XD
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you should play all the PS2 Tales of if you haven't yet
Especially Tales of Destiny RE
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Of the English release ones, I suggest Tales of the Abyss... because Legendia is awful and feels unfinished, but I think you know that (the voice acting cuts out around 50% through the game)
Otherwise, pick up Tales of Phantasia on PS1 from your local... uh... "skull n bones" website and patch it with the English translation patch from AbsoluteZero. Good stuff there. I have it on my PSP. Bonus points if you played Symphonia.
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I agree with VC, that was an epic opening for Radiant Mythology 2, especially with all the cross-character interaction. Sucks that the awesome japanese singing will probably be replaced with a not-as-satisfying lead guitar instead, as per Jap-to-US Tales standard.. :(
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Another Tales of the World video
TotW: RM2 Guede
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSOhMdPqC3k&feature=channel_page
A video of the game's (supposed?) villain. He has a cool voice and his personality seems very interesting and it looks like his has a grudge/hatred against the Descender for some reason, judging by his speech and reaction.
Dhaos video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9ozVxTBntU
Barbatos video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8GVX89vYK0
Posted on: January 23, 2009, 17:12:46
[Tales] Chat Drama DVD: Golden Gumi video
Part 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l0xIBYW07E&feature=related
Part 2:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpiB0TfVoKk
The DVD special that comes with the game is on YouTube right now.
Also, Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 2 is "out" in a leak kind-of-way. Remember google is your friend and so is rar.
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Tales of Destiny 2 gets all mah RPG lovins', forever!
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I'm about 16h into RM2
its great
Broadswordman Class has a really big sword --|-------------------------------------->
most of my characters are on lv 20-32 still missing the ToD characters
Kongman is in the Colliseum and pwns
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Tales of games... How I love them.
The battle system is unique, different and the most important of all: fun! 8D
I have so far played Tales of Phantasia and Tales of Symphonia. The later mentioned is the only one I own myself, my friend has Phantasia. I have played couple of other "Tales of..." games on random occassions, but I can't nail my opinion which ones those were.
Currently waiting till Tales of Symphia: Dawn of the New World comes in Europe. I just want some more Tales of gameplay, even if the game isn't all that great when according to reviews.
Also hoping that pretty newly announced "Tales of..." game exclusively for Wii to come out in Europe soon aswell. 8D
...Lloyd, Kratos and Cless are awesome.
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You are lucky guys... I don't have a hacked PSP to try it out...
On the other hand I do have a PSP Emulator, but don't know how to put PSP games on it to play. I wish they made better instructions.
Oh well I'm going to try to order one, if my Dad or Grandpa lets me pre-order online right now. But I doubt it.
Posted on: January 27, 2009, 10:41:29 PM
Some videos of Tales of the World: RM2
The Beginning:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CEUkWDIi2s
Guy Cecil Boss Battle:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dd7KgT_aPHM
Kratos Shining Bind video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WL6354baA5g
Worm Boss Battle with Raine as Partner:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlTUON6VMmI
Guede Boss Battle:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UastZgXII0w
Dual Swordsman Mystic Arte video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ix9kTAqUcyI
Celsius Boss Battle:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5cDW4Obt8k
And Celsius is a playable character, surprise.
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Guy's packing the Jewel of Gardios.
...I'll assume this means he gets to use Brilliant Overlord. I'm also loving the look of the game; very TotA style. Almost makes me wish they would slap it on the PSP, except I don't know if it could work.
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Currently waiting till Tales of Symphia: Dawn of the New World comes in Europe. I just want some more Tales of gameplay, even if the game isn't all that great when according to reviews.
Sry to dissappoint you but Atlus the publisher of Bandai Namco in Europe said they won't release it here.
Buy the US version and get the HBC with RegionFree
Guy's packing the Jewel of Gardios.
...I'll assume this means he gets to use Brilliant Overlord. I'm also loving the look of the game; very TotA style. Almost makes me wish they would slap it on the PSP, except I don't know if it could work.
no Brilliant Overlord Hi-Ougi for Guy at least not if they only have 1 Hi-Ougi since he already uses his Rising Phoenix (can't remember the name right now)
Since Tales of Rebirth and Tales of Destiny 2 were ported to the PSP i guess they could also port the PS2 version of ToS and maybe even Abyss
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Sry to dissappoint you but Atlus the publisher of Bandai Namco in Europe said they won't release it here.
Buy the US version and get the HBC with RegionFree
no Brilliant Overlord Hi-Ougi for Guy at least not if they only have 1 Hi-Ougi since he already uses his Rising Phoenix (can't remember the name right now)
Since Tales of Rebirth and Tales of Destiny 2 were ported to the PSP i guess they could also port the PS2 version of ToS and maybe even Abyss
Close. Razing Phoenix. Ah well... I liked Brilliant Overlord more from the over-flashiness of it, but a burning bird isn't bad either.
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Sry to dissappoint you but Atlus the publisher of Bandai Namco in Europe said they won't release it here.
Buy the US version and get the HBC with RegionFree
Gah. The problem with that is that I don't have a method to pay on online shops or anything.
I have a credit card, but the internet use is locked for it.
And for some reason on some sites it's said to come around June this year.
...Oh well.
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Does make me wonder if they'll manage to get back some of the original V.A.'s. I just can't picture Jade without that smartass tone from Abyss.
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Gah. The problem with that is that I don't have a method to pay on online shops or anything.
I have a credit card, but the internet use is locked for it.
And for some reason on some sites it's said to come around June this year.
...Oh well.
get yourself paypal you can transfer your money with direct debit in europe
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Tales of the World: RM2 Gameplay Videos:
Descender Creation:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5U4jbTjpYM
Beginning 01:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aU8AW7ym2Uc&feature=channel
Beginning 02:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BEmnxQ6I7E&feature=channel
Beginning 03:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKaqVt8XMUU&feature=channel
Beginning 04:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsW_jlu7OBY&feature=channel
Beginning 05:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsW_jlu7OBY&feature=channel
And a bonus for this game too! Depending on the GENDER of the Descender certain characters will react or say something differently to the Descender. An example is Guy being spooked upon seeing a Female Descender while he stands firmly against a Male Descender and another example is Zelos flirting with the Female Descender.
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I lol at that; lord knows how much the more odder fans will hope to fall in love with their favorites. XD
Also, I never did clear the first game; any explanation as to what the heck is going on? :( Also, is this a new descender, or are they a reborn version of them or something..?
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New world; different Descender.
In the first game an Descender called Widdershin transforms his world into a World-Consuming Monster and starts to eat the world and its mana to restore itself and to merge all worlds into one to make all life-forms immortal and the Terresia Descender, the MC, puts a stop to it and defeat Widdershin in the end and all the worlds "eaten" return to be reborn into their old worlds again.
RM2 has a completely different storyline and takes place in a world called "Gradian" or something like that. Also Kanonno in RM1 was a Descender from another world who worked for Widdershin until she betrayed him to join the MC and Kanonno in RM2 seems to be a regular human being this time, however I don't know the story, and she's palyable this time around.
And they fixed the EXP cap from the first RM and everyone levels up faster now. So there's no need for the Mercenaries this time around.
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in RM2 Kannono is [spoiler]also a Decender from another World it appears she is part of an old race and her parents died when she was young[/spoiler]
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Really? However not the same Kanonno from RM1 regardless, right?
Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 2 FINAL BOSS
Watch on your own risk!
Final Boss Form 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAyLt2nJIGQ&NR=1
Final Boss Form 2:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-tPKQBAXNk&feature=channel
The Final Boss Battle music rock! Even better than Wddershin's by 100x!
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i don't think its the same Kanonno
i can't answer it though i never played RM1
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Watch it if you want...
Tales of the World: RM2 Ending
Ending Part 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfELMinrBCo&feature=related
Ending Part 2:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnxaXd7xLU4&feature=related
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And since I couldn't fit it in the title, PSP to get Tales Of Destiny Full Voice Edition.
Didn't see it mentioned here so I'll repost:
Fresh Rumors from 2ch! We know how this goes.
PSP to get Tales Of Destiny Full Voice Edition.
DS to get Cheegle Fushigi no Dungeon.
ToTs real name is Tales Of Bataille.
Tales Of Bataille is the Wii game we seen before. The main heroes name is 地帯 (so it's either Zone or Zona I guess. Gonna go with Zona.) hes a 19 year old hitman who gets sent on a big mission to kill a very well know gang member named たくましい (Mach?) and in the process ends up kidnapping his daughter named ミーガン (Meg?..Megan? I have no clue.) anyway he steals her because apparently her dad was nearly gonna kill him so he took her and ran. From here on out he wanders around trying to find another way to kill Mach. The big draw point to the game is that Zone can talk to random people in towns and enter battles with them for money and stuff I guess that ties in with the name since Bataille is french for Battle. Sakuraba is doing the soundtrack and the artists is apparently Atsuro Yomino who did the Code Geass manga (lol). The games release date is TBA.
Hopefully we get scans in a few hours these seem pretty true considering how Namco works.
For ToD: FVE it will be using Eternias battle system since it will be a port of the PSX version not the PS2 version (maybe because it was to fast for the PSP?) new sprites and everything from the original will return but be voiced. So I guess that means no Barbatos and stuff. Set to be released this summer.
Cheegle Fushigi no Dungeon is a DS game based around the Cheegles from Abyss. Its one of those mystery dungeon games I guess and you use different cheegles to finish puzzles and stuff. The poster mentions that other animals from the series join with the Cheegles (he said Zappie is seen in one picture.) set to be released around May.
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I hope the PSP game gets a release over here, but it most likely won't. Please Namco, at least give it a EU release >__<
Also, I still think Tales of Disco> any other official name they could've thought of XD
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As I said over at GAF, this would certainly be a nice twist, if it was true.
Still, seeing is indeed believing, and if we're not scheduled to see any more until Spring (which means basically March, at the earliest), we're going to have a while to wait, regardless.
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RM2 is connected to RM1 [spoiler]Kanonno from RM1 appears in this scene http://de.youtube.com/watch?v=bQ8S_zBzEfA after the battle[/spoiler]
the PSP remake of ToD sounds interesting
but unless it uses the Aerial Battle System from the PS2 version i doubt it will make good sales in japan.
And they should add the Lion Story mode they added in the PS2 DC version
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^I already seen it a few hours ago, but never bothered to post it here (excepted GameFAQs).
Well that settles that.
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i uploaded my character to the Mercanary List
you can now dl me into your team ^-^
its Ephi
http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2009-02-09/tales-of-vesperia-rpg-to-get-theatrical-film-this-year
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Awesome! But I'm still waiting on my copy... :'(
I'm never ordering anything from yesasia.com again! Playasia.com is the way to go!
And I've seen that announcement over at GameFAQs also. All Tales of series gets an anime of sorts except Destiny...
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yes sadly still no Destiny or Destiny 2 anime
this world needs more Liooooooooooooooooooooooooooon and Reeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaala
new game+ is nice
new character creation and still all items, equipments, classes and all character still have their level
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Yep Radiant Mythology 2 is awesome! I hope Namco brings it over to the US!
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Um, does this interest anyone? (http://kotaku.com/5150197/tales-of-vesperia-animated-movie-announced)
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[tornado fang] to the yes.
Even more [tornado fang] to the yes if this came stateside. I LOVED the voice over to Tales of Vesperia.
...Namco Bandai, I have to ask you something. If you had this kind of voice talent under your wing, then why the [tornado fang] did Gurren Lagann sound like [parasitic bomb]?
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Ohhh, that I'm very interested! love the game! love the voice acting! hopefully they will get the same people for dubbing.
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Tales of Graces - Wii - 2009
- I think the designs are by Inomata
- The main character is Aspel Lant or something
- The theme of the game is protecting people, and the main character doesn't want to lose anyone ever again
Tales of VS - PSP - 2009
- Dissidia style 3D versus action fighter
- 4 players versus
- Yuri (ToV), Luke (TotA), Shing (ToH) and Rihita (ToSKoR) are shown
Tales of Vesperia - PS3 - 2009
- New character pirate loli girl, Patty Fleur
- The ToV anime movie is also revealed officially
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?s=c5dd6e08ec0d829eea34c400a9256cad&t=357208
Now someone go find the scans from Shonen Jump.
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...Patty Fleur? Who?
Flynn Schifo or bust. :|
LIGHT DRAGON... DESTRUCTION!!
It's pretty sad that of those three, we may only see Vesperia PS3 come on over.
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Tales of Vesperia - PS3 - 2009
Well, there goes my last reason for a 360.
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Meanwhile, does anyone have the actual screens/scans for Tales of Graces? I heard that the game is fuggen gorgeous and want to see.
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From what I understand, Patty Fleur is the return of the Pirate class in the main game, packing a Gun and a Knife as a weapon and sub-weapon. Her back story is that she's looking for the Treasure of Aifread the Pirate. Seeing as we meet a girl somewhat like this in Torim Harbor, I wouldn't be surprised if she's from there.
As a side note: there a rumor circulating that because of this release, the European 360 version has been canceled, but Europe will be getting the PS3 version first. The source is Namco's Tales of forums, but given what today is, I'd take it with a grain of salt.
Also confirmed is the ToV movie, as mentioned, which is about Yuri and Flynn's time in the Royal Knights.
Tales of Graces looks really nice. I wouldn't mind seeing that one brought over since I felt Symphonia 2 was... underwhelming.
Tales of Vs. would be a fantastic U.S. release, but I don't know if they'll actually do it. It'd be a nice partner to Dissidia as a fighting game on the PSP.
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Are those supposed to be images? Or the usualy 'NO NOTLICKING' stuff?
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Fixed.
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As a side note: there a rumor circulating that because of this release, the European 360 version has been canceled, but Europe will be getting the PS3 version first. The source is Namco's Tales of forums, but given what today is, I'd take it with a grain of salt.
Oh sweet. I can totally live with that.
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Holy crap, Graces looks amazing. :O
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Wait, this ain't no April Fools, is it?
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Wait, this ain't no April Fools, is it?
That's exactly what I thought at first when I saw the ToV PS3 port getting mentioned, but then again, it did come from the actual magazine this time around.
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I'm not sure... I'll remain sceptical till further confirmation.
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I'm wary on it a little too on the Vesperia side since Patty's official art is VERY similar looking to Karol's. (http://static.gamesradar.com/images/mb/GamesRadar/us/Games/T/Tales%20of%20Vesperia/Everything%20Else/Give%20JRPGs%20a%20Chance/RAW/Karol--article_image.jpg) It may simply be due to being the same artist (see how Flynn and Guy from Tales of the Abyss somewhat resemble each other.)
A little more, but I can't get confirmation of this, on the PS3 version.
Aside from the obvious additions of quests, they're adding more event battles, such as making Flynn's lapdogs, Sodia and "Apple Head", fightable. They plan to give Repede more voice clips (...eh?) and apparently, there was something about second level Mystic Artes (...each character will get a new mystic arte or something, as well as some bosses.)
If this means Traitor to Heaven (Kratos) gets Divine Judgment alongside his already painful Shining Bind, it'll make him much more deadly. I also wouldn't mind the Colosseum getting team battle back. 1 vs 100/200 is pretty fun, but having the usual cameo team is a bit better.
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I really wish this wasn't a scam. But it sounds too good to be true.
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All I'm hoping is they don't fix Rita. Rita is the most broken mage in the entire series because her rapid cast, ability to fly/levitate, an even more broken Overlimit system than Abyss, and a triple threat of Tidal Wave, Gold Cat and Gravity Well. It's so damn easy to build grade, money, experience, and attribute points just by having her in your party.
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Can't really comment on that. Haven't played it yet. But I'll keep that in mind. Thanks.
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Over at GAF, everything seems to point that this is indeed real.
...Alright, all of this looks VERY hawt. And all 3 will be mine, soon enough... 8)
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Over at GAF, everything seems to point that this is indeed real.
Yes. Anticipation is rising.
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Wow...
well that adds another game for my soon-to-be-purchased PS3. Though i'm only buying it when the new Team Ico game comes out 8D
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Wow, that's a lot of Tales [parasitic bomb] coming out! O_o
I knew Tales of Vesperia was gonna go multi-platform, there would probably be a riot if it didn't. Tales of Vs looks to be interesting, hopefully it'll be good; can't believe they already announced the next mothership title. ToV isn't even a year old yet. :0
Oh well, hopefully it'll play like a good game and not a rushed one. >_<
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Another tales game, another pirate loli. Yes, I am referring to Chatty (Don't exactly remember the name, but she's from Tales of Destiny).
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Technically Cross platform, since wii's to shitty to get anything meant for the real consoles.
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Hmmm, Tales of VS? very interesting....
And a port of ToV? to PS3? with more stuff? skeptic, but if it's true... Hell Yeah!
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Another tales game, another pirate loli. Yes, I am referring to Chatty (Don't exactly remember the name, but she's from Tales of Destiny).
you mean Chat and shes from Tales of Eternia not Destiny
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Hmmm, Tales of VS? very interesting....
And a port of ToV? to PS3? with more stuff? skeptic, but if it's true... Hell Yeah!
It pretty much is. A lot of major outlets picked up the stories. I'm just waiting for official word it's making its way over the U.S.
Still, I'd have liked Flynn as a playable character more than a random new character. All he really needs is a bit of an attack speed up and he already has playable character data in-game. I guess I'm just used to having two sword users in a team (Lloyd/Zelos [or Kratos... usually Zelos], Guy/Luke [...sometimes Asch], and here, Yuri/Flynn.)
Thing is, depending on how this new girl plays, I may just leave her rotting away in the back of the party and stick with my usual team of Yuri, Estelle, Rita and Raven. They're a pretty sick combination there.
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http://kotaku.com/5196258/ps3-exclusive-tales-of-vesperia-character-referenced-in-xbox-360-version
I was right. Wonder why she wasn't implemented in time.
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Thing is, depending on how this new girl plays, I may just leave her rotting away in the back of the party and stick with my usual team of Yuri, Estelle, Rita and Raven. They're a pretty sick combination there.
Change Raven into Repede and we're set. 8D
http://kotaku.com/5196258/ps3-exclusive-tales-of-vesperia-character-referenced-in-xbox-360-version
I was right. Wonder why she wasn't implemented in time.
Hmm, nice foreshadowing there.
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http://kotaku.com/5196258/ps3-exclusive-tales-of-vesperia-character-referenced-in-xbox-360-version
I was right. Wonder why she wasn't implemented in time.
Probably because "Scamco" (as the company is sometimes called on GAF 8D) had the foresight to know that they were going to do something with that character/concept any way, it was more of a thing of just a matter of time and how they were going to implement her.
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If Tales of VS. doesn't have Cless, I will personally go to Japan and burn down Bamco. That is all.
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Probably because "Scamco" (as the company is sometimes called on GAF 8D) had the foresight to know that they were going to do something with that character/concept any way, it was more of a thing of just a matter of time and how they were going to implement her.
Somehow, I don't think that's it. I imagine the game wasn't as finished as it could have been. Look at the PS2 version of Symphonia versus the Gamecube one and the amount of differences there. Of course, if this is stemming from GAF logic (or lack thereof), I'm not surprised and will largely ignore it.
Here's the thing... I don't see how the hell she'll fit into the game aside from being another mostly useless child character (never been a fan of them... this includes Presea [too slow], Anise [too chirpy], and Karol [too slow and chirpy.] I'm hoping we can at least get that mary-sue, Flynn, in the party instead. He seems to have the potential to be a much more lethal fighter if he had a larger move pool (this is drawing from his move pool as a boss, not when you play as him in that one event.) He seems to be similar to how Asch fought in Abyss, where he was based of the Magic Swordsman class. Perhaps giving him a few spells and some of the traditional Tales of moves (Lightning Tiger Blade? Hell Fire?) will help?
Also, someone needs to have Indignation as a mystic arte. I'm calling either Rita or Judith.
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I personally perfer the monster characters I mind you, 'specially boss characters. They always give a "[tornado fang] you" feeling everytime they beat the crap outta you when you are in a low level, but once you reach a certain level, tides are turned and you have that feeling inside that you just defeated Airman.. =D
Hopefully the DS and the PS3 games would be my first few non-emulaited "Tales" games.
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Vesperia was fully completed. The staff even said so ages ago. The new character is simply there because the sony [Top Spin]s kept bitching that they wanted somthing special, so the new loli. Just like Trusty Bell/Eternal Sonota also had new characters added. And most likely so will SO4 for PS3.
New info from Famitsu.
http://www.famitsu.com/blog/express/
VERSUS is confirmed to have 35 playable characters.
And by sonyfags reffering to Sony themselves.
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Vesperia was fully completed. The staff even said so ages ago. The new character is simply there because the sony [Top Spin]s kept bitching that they wanted somthing special, so the new loli. Just like Trusty Bell/Eternal Sonota also had new characters added. And most likely so will SO4 for PS3.
Just tagging this on to your post:
-Patty Fleur is 14.
-Main scenario is fully voiced
-New event scenes and sub scenes (basically new story scenes and sidequests scenes)
-Additional elements are planned (pretty sure this means new costumes, new skills, etc.)
-A whole script book got added, bringing it from 5 to 6.
-Sword Dancer added?
-Repede has costumes.
-Yuri and Flynn have a joint Hi Ougi: Bujinsoutenha
-Karol's second Hi Ougi is also shown
-Some new scenes and FMVs it seems.
Images:
http://bbs.a9vg.com/read.php?tid=1145092&fpage=1
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Lol, did I see a infant Repede there?
Cool join Hi-ougi there by Yuri and Flynn (and Karol hi ougi too).
And there is a boss now on the ghost ship, not some pitiful weak ghosts.
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Yeah, I was expecting a boss there too. Three ghosts just seems... anti-climactic.
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I'll get VERSUS~ ^.^
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Just tagging this on to your post:
-Patty Fleur is 14.
-Main scenario is fully voiced
-New event scenes and sub scenes (basically new story scenes and sidequests scenes)
-Additional elements are planned (pretty sure this means new costumes, new skills, etc.)
-A whole script book got added, bringing it from 5 to 6.
-Sword Dancer added?
-Repede has costumes.
-Yuri and Flynn have a joint Hi Ougi: Bujinsoutenha
-Karol's second Hi Ougi is also shown
-Some new scenes and FMVs it seems.
Images:
http://bbs.a9vg.com/read.php?tid=1145092&fpage=1
This better come to Europe, or America at least.
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I'll get VERSUS~ ^.^
Same. With 35 characters, they had OUGHTA make it so every game should have like 2-3 reps each. Obviously, for the sake of characters like Leon/Judas, they can just get costume changes.
I'm also looking forward to Graces, the more I hear about it.
http://tog.namco-ch.net
Releasing: This Winter
Genre: "Understand the Power to Protect RPG"
-Main character is Asbel Lhant. 18 Years old, from the Lhant territory of the Windol Country.
-Uses the Style Shift Linear Motion Battle System, which lets characters have more than one fighting style. You can set skills to the A and B button on the Wii remote.
-Sidestepping allows movement in a 360 degree angle around the enemy and other maneuvers.
-Compatible with the Classic Controller Pro.
-Animation scenes done by Production I.G. like always
Style changes? They really ARE trying to make sure they cover EVERY single fighting game system convention out there, aren't they? 8D
At this point, I'm almost "worried" that the Tales series will stand to exhaust all of them, before the FG devs can design more new ones. :V
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now i have to buy the classic controller pro.
and a ps3 for ToV now buy or not to buy the 360 version if they even release it now
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If you don't mind japanese, you can get the JAP version of ToV PS3.
Blu-Ray games aren't region locked if I recall correctly.
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If you don't mind japanese, you can get the JAP version of ToV PS3.
Blu-Ray games aren't region locked if I recall correctly.
i don't mind the japanese but a ps3 is still expensive XD
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Oh well 400 bucks.
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Same. With 35 characters, they had OUGHTA make it so every game should have like 2-3 reps each. Obviously, for the sake of characters like Leon/Judas, they can just get costume changes.
I'm also looking forward to Graces, the more I hear about it.
Style changes? They really ARE trying to make sure they cover EVERY single fighting game system convention out there, aren't they? 8D
At this point, I'm almost "worried" that the Tales series will stand to exhaust all of them, before the FG devs can design more new ones. :V
Style changes, huh? Sounds kickass to me. Both Graces and VS sound very intruiging, and I'll probably end up picking up both at some point.
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Versus won't show up. They have no interest in the US market. Bandai doesn't see a large profit from the US PSP fanbase. Which is why they're not bringing RM2 either.
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Versus won't show up. They have no interest in the US market. Bandai doesn't see a large profit from the US PSP fanbase. Which is why they're not bringing RM2 either.
I'll play it either way, you do realize that right? I have my ways... 8D
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I'll play it either way, you do realize that right? I have my ways... 8D
I have more Japanese PSP games than I do US ones.
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I have more Japanese PSP games than I do US ones.
That because most of the good stuff doesn't make it's way here, unfortunately. Then they wonder why no one buys anything.
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That because most of the good stuff doesn't make it's way here, unfortunately. Then they wonder why no one buys anything.
Well if they actually translated and ported over their Gundam games, I might wait for the translation. 8D
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Well if they actually translated and ported over their Gundam games, I might wait for the translation. 8D
Exactly the type of thing I mean. No reason to wait if it won't come, right? :P
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Exactly the type of thing I mean. No reason to wait if it won't come, right? :P
Damn skippy there's no reason. Hell I had to get a Swap Magic for my PS2 for those two Gundam games! The only English version they made was Gundam Vs. Zeta Gundam, which was [tornado fang]ing awesome too, and now not easy to find! XD
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Versus won't show up. They have no interest in the US market. Bandai doesn't see a large profit from the US PSP fanbase. Which is why they're not bringing RM2 either.
The only thing that might prove the opposite, is because...there is the thing that a US copyright for Vs. (and I believe Graces, too?) has already been filed.
Couple that with the notion that this game, whether one wants to admit it or not, is one that's meant to directly contend with a certain other "crossover fighter" starring another RPG franchise, and there's at least SOME hope for a US release release. After all, if Dissidia hits it off well with US PSP owners, that may only serve more of a reason for Bamco to want to try and get in on the act, too.
No guarantees, of course, but we can only wait and see. But any "serious" Tales fan would be ready to import any way. You miss out on too much good stuff like Tales of Destiny Remake: Director's Cut and Tales of Heart, if you do! 8D
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So it's confirmed RM2 is not coming over? I'd imagine it'd have been a pain in the ass to hire all the voice actors for the dubbed characters and find new ones for the "new to the US" characters and Namco's laziness when it comes to that.
I'd have totally bought it too. It actually looked much better than the first one.
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I must have missed something.
What's RM2 again?
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Radiant Mythology 2. I'm half surprised that they didn't bring it over, but then again the first one probably didn't sell well in North America.
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Actually RM1 outsold Abyss and Legendia (I think that was the one) in the US. But is it really confirmed that RM2 isn't coming over? Would suck if it did, and my folks aren't too keen on importing stuff online.
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My guess is to wait for E3. Namco may show us more then.
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Japan aren't happy being tricked with an inferior Vesperia... (http://kotaku.com/5202789/tales-of-vesperia-rage)
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....No words. 8D
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Japan aren't happy being tricked with an inferior Vesperia... (http://kotaku.com/5202789/tales-of-vesperia-rage)
....No words. 8D
Will this do? 8D (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub-MBJIvuOY)
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honestly, if you didn't expect Vesperia to eventually make its way over to the PS3, you're stupid.
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Will this do? 8D (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub-MBJIvuOY)
...Now it just needs Bob Barker "politely pushing" the loser off camera, so that they can come back after the break, to the Big Wheel! 8D
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...Now it just needs Bob Barker "politely pushing" the loser off camera, so that they can come back after the break, to the Big Wheel! 8D
(http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/6803/barneypushnx6.gif)
Will this do? 8D
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Hey, if the PS3 version also has a Special Edition that includes Disk 2 to compliment the "Tales 10th Aniversary Volume 1" soundtrack in this version than I'm sold.
It's more that likely what's going to happen, since as I said the disk included in the Special Edition of Tales of Versperia for the 360 was volume one, meaning that they were planning on making more.
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Will this do? 8D
Verily. 8D
New scan for Vesperia PS3 is out now.
http://img191.imagevenue.com/aAfkjfp01fo1i-684/loc571/61075_viploader971869_122_571lo.jpg
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Nice 404.
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Pfft, peasants. Go read the 11 forums. It all comes from them to begin with anyways.
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The only thing that might prove the opposite, is because...there is the thing that a US copyright for Vs. (and I believe Graces, too?) has already been filed.
Couple that with the notion that this game, whether one wants to admit it or not, is one that's meant to directly contend with a certain other "crossover fighter" starring another RPG franchise, and there's at least SOME hope for a US release release. After all, if Dissidia hits it off well with US PSP owners, that may only serve more of a reason for Bamco to want to try and get in on the act, too.
No guarantees, of course, but we can only wait and see. But any "serious" Tales fan would be ready to import any way. You miss out on too much good stuff like Tales of Destiny Remake: Director's Cut and Tales of Heart, if you do! 8D
Except they've copyrighted almost everything in the US, and 90% of it's never reached or ever will. It's just a precation they do to avoid future disputes.
Also FF has a massive US fanbase, tales games, not as much.
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Vesperia PS3 is likely to come over, that much is certain. Tales of Graces is very likely because of the massive market the Wii holds. Tales of Vs. and RM2... well, for one, they're on PSP and that doesn't exactly have the best physical title ownership since piracy is much more rampant and easy to pull off. Ideally, I'd love both to come out since they could largely take battle calls from dubbed characters and just slap them in at almost no cost, worrying mostly about getting people to voice the otherwise undubbed people. Then there's the consideration that several of the games haven't been released here so many of the characters won't be as well known to a potential U.S. audience not of the Tales fandom. Top that with Final Fantasy pretty much being king of the mountain in terms of RPGs in the U.S. and this is going to be an uphill fight Namco may not be willing to fight.
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It won't come over. The 360 market is far larger then the PStripple in the US. And even then ToS only sold around 80 though.
They're not going to waste the money translateing the new material, rehireing the actors, rerecording, and mass produceing to blueray.
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Eternal Sonata begs to differ. At any rate, E3's pretty much the catalyst. If this is confirmed as coming over to the U.S. (It was rated by the ESRB for PS3 a long time ago, then quickly retracted as a mistake... lol) then I can finally get rid of my damn 360 for good. Vesperia was the last title I owned that kept that thing anchored here for me. I'd much rather just stick with the PS3.
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Oh well if it DOESN'T come over I'll buy the Xbox version for story, and then play the japanese PS3 version for bonus stuff.
Good god am I happy that the PS3 fucks regional coding in the butt.
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No it doesn't. the US and Japan are just in the same region. and the PS2 aspect of it still locks out PS2 games.
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Of course, but right now, I don't care about PS2 games. I got everything I want.
PS3 games however, know no boundaries.
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No it doesn't. the US and Japan are just in the same region. and the PS2 aspect of it still locks out PS2 games.
Granted, but PS2's are now under $100, if you don't already own one. And just Blu-Ray movies for the US & Japan are the same region. I'm pretty sure the PS3 Games have no boundaries.
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Games are regionless for the most part from what I've gathered.
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Trailer for Vesperia PS3 (http://www.gamekyo.com/videoen14889_tales-of-vesperia-comes-alive.html)
EDIT: Tales of Graces trailer (http://www.gamekyo.com/videoen14892_tales-of-graces-new-video.html)
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Sweet.
I still don't know about a PAL or US release.
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Trailer for Vesperia PS3 (http://www.gamekyo.com/videoen14889_tales-of-vesperia-comes-alive.html)
EDIT: Tales of Graces trailer (http://www.gamekyo.com/videoen14892_tales-of-graces-new-video.html)
Forgot Tales of Versus' trailer!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zh7dn9eL3KM&fmt=18
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Sweet dual hi-ougi!
and you fight with the Don! cool.
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3D and 2D graphic version?
please tell me what i'm seeing is correct please XDDD
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3D and 2D graphic version?
please tell me what i'm seeing is correct please XDDD
maybe it has a 2d mode
also nice remix of Coup the GRBCE
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Graces looks so much like an awesome fighting engine meets RPG that it isn't even funny. Seriously. XD
I'm certainly keeping an eye out on it now.
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Subbed Graces Trailer.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UpGQgj_wEs&fmt=18
Ya know the best part? That not only does the main look EXACTLY like Suzaku, and wear somthing from Lelouch's wardrobe, But it's even the EXACT SAME [tornado fang]ing VA.
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I wouldn't be surprised if someone already took his art and added the Geass to it.
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Am I the only one who actually liked the Geass (I-- God, I forgot the artist's name again. She did this and the Geass manga) art style minus a few ethereally clean noodle people in R2?
I wouldn't be surprised if someone already took his art and added the Geass to it.
In before purple Master Sword. 8D
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The only Tales of fame I've ever played was Eternia and that was not bad at all, actually it was one of my better PSP games.
I love living in Europe, Tales of Vesperia isn't even out here yet. I'll be waiting for the PS3 version anyhow- with the new content and all. I love loli pirates, y'know.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpzcik4aYnQ
And god, this theme is great.
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Next OVA of ToS site up!
http://ova-tos.com/
New Tales of Graces trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtPnzDrp4Sc
ToV Movie first PV
http://www.tov-movie.net/
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I preordered ToV yesterday.
THIS BETTER BE GOOD.
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where did you preorder?
and finally a 3D Tales of Game that seems to reach the speedgoodness of the Destiny games.
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Amazon.
I keep it rather basic.
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I'll calmly wait to see if an English version comes out. Namco of America has a pretty bad track record on the series so far, as they're quite a bunch of morons when they could instead be muscling into Final Fantasy's market.
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The Destiny games are overrated. There, I said it. I fail to see what's so grand about them.
Also, seeing some of these brought over in english would be nice.
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Sadly, I only really see the Tales of Graces coming to the U.S. Vs. wouldn't be too bad and Vesperia would be great for PS3 owners, assuming they can get it out here before Final Fantasy XIII... and not a few days before it either. They released Tales of the Abyss really close to Final Fantasy XII and got steamrolled here.
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Holy [tornado fang] on a stick the Graces battle animations and moves are superb looking. :O
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The Destiny games are overrated. There, I said it. I fail to see what's so grand about them.
Also, seeing some of these brought over in english would be nice.
Sadly, I only really see the Tales of Graces coming to the U.S. Vs. wouldn't be too bad and Vesperia would be great for PS3 owners, assuming they can get it out here before Final Fantasy XIII... and not a few days before it either. They released Tales of the Abyss really close to Final Fantasy XII and got steamrolled here.
The Final Fantasy (recent) games is definately overraited. And I never played the Destiny games so I don't get how good they were, I bet it was the FF7 of it's time.
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Definitely.
Related.
Overrated.
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Soo.. does it have the Final Fantasy Syndrome too? It's a simple question, yes.
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The Destiny games are overrated. There, I said it. I fail to see what's so grand about them.
Destiny 1 was basically the game that did the most to set the overall "tone" for the series , in a lot of ways. It did a lot to refine the "rough" aspects of SNES Phantasia, and add plenty of series conventions that carry over to this day (like "Skits"). Destiny and Phantasia are running neck to neck with having the largest amounts of the most beloved characters in the entirety of the series. So it should be little wonder why the likes of Stahn and Leon are as loved as Cless and Arche (if not arguably more in some circles).
Destiny 2 (the REAL one) was the one who brought the series to the PS2 generation in style, and again, did probably the most to set the basic tone for the series, for yet another generation of gaming.
And Destiny Remake, beyond being a remake of one of the best and most favored games of the series, has probably THE most fun battle system ever crafted for a Tales game (though Graces may finally give Re-Destiny a run for its money). Director's Cut edition even has "Leon Mode" for a nice extra.
So yeah...the Destiny "series" enjoys its lofty place in the fandom for good cause, I would think.
Holy [tornado fang] on a stick the Graces battle animations and moves are superb looking. :O
Yeah...that much was evident even though that was probably the WORST quality footage ever unleashed on an unsuspecting public. 8D
Honestly, I've never really cared for any of the 3D Tales games, as none have ever set a chord with me as much as any of the 2D games. But Graces may definitely change that, especially since Team Destiny's newest battle system looks to impress so much... owob
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Destiny 1 was basically the game that did the most to set the overall "tone" for the series , in a lot of ways. It did a lot to refine the "rough" aspects of SNES Phantasia, and add plenty of series conventions that carry over to this day (like "Skits"). Destiny and Phantasia are running neck to neck with having the largest amounts of the most beloved characters in the entirety of the series. So it should be little wonder why the likes of Stahn and Leon are as loved as Cless and Arche (if not arguably more in some circles).
Destiny 2 (the REAL one) was the one who brought the series to the PS2 generation in style, and again, did probably the most to set the basic tone for the series, for yet another generation of gaming.
And Destiny Remake, beyond being a remake of one of the best and most favored games of the series, has probably THE most fun battle system ever crafted for a Tales game (though Graces may finally give Re-Destiny a run for its money). Director's Cut edition even has "Leon Mode" for a nice extra.
So yeah...the Destiny "series" enjoys its lofty place in the fandom for good cause, I would think.
Yeah...that much was evident even though that was probably the WORST quality footage ever unleashed on an unsuspecting public. 8D
Honestly, I've never really cared for any of the 3D Tales games, as none have ever set a chord with me as much as any of the 2D games. But Graces may definitely change that, especially since Team Destiny's newest battle system looks to impress so much... owob
exactly my opionion ^-^
thx
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I still say that is nostalgia. I have gone back and played through them, and they were not as fun as going back to replay some of the other ones, for me at least. Especially Destiny 1. Matter of opinion, I suppose.
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I had a wild orgasm. Graces looks like it's going to be King.
KING!
Seriously... I'll sell my soul for this one. This might be the game I've been waiting for, truly. I'm hoping so, Asbel is so hot... ;_;
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I still say that is nostalgia. I have gone back and played through them, and they were not as fun as going back to replay some of the other ones, for me at least. Especially Destiny 1. Matter of opinion, I suppose.
thats probably because you never played the PS2 version and only Destiny II(Eternia), which also fails to compare to the real Destiny 2(true sequel)
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thats probably because you never played the PS2 version and only Destiny II(Eternia), which also fails to compare to the real Destiny 2(true sequel)
We've actually played all of them except for finishing Tales of Legendia. In my opinion, I'd have to agree with Fxeni. It is basically based on nostalgia and that Destiny is indeed overrated. I much prefer Eternia over Destiny that's for sure.. storyline didn't appeal to me at all, which is why only Fxeni played it and not myself.. yawn-worthy.
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Just saying... if you walk in to Legendia with low expectations, you'll probably find some enjoyment in there... but it's easily the weakest of the 3D Tales of titles.
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I couldn't get into Legendia... something about it turned me off.
As for this...
thats probably because you never played the PS2 version and only Destiny II(Eternia), which also fails to compare to the real Destiny 2(true sequel)
I have played them, actually, as Ciel stated above. The only one I won't say is overrated necessarily is the Destiny Remake, since I didn't get to go through it fully when I had the chance. I stand by my opinion of Destiny 1&2 though (and yes, I do mean the real Destiny 2). Destiny 2, while a marked improvement over 1, still wouldn't warrant a replay from me.
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I can't fully agree with Fxeni for once. Not to say I disagree. The Destiny set does warrant replays for me, but that's BECAUSE of nostalgia. I like to replay games for their stories, I'm wonky like that.
I guess I'm in the middle.
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Hmm...Well, for me, I never knew of Phantasia's existence till' I played Destiny and became a fan of Tales since.
Moreso because at the time, I thought RPGs were either DnD or turn-based battle systems (I started w/ FF7, MarioRPG and Chrono Trigger. DnD requires no explanation, even though I only played DnD once in my life).
I came across Destiny in a flea market, as well Star Ocean 2 and the seller told me both were really good and since I had to buy 1 via money I had available. I chose Destiny out of by artbook and recalling seeing an ad for it by the Tekken 3 manual.
And well, seeing a 2D fighter-ish battle system stood out to me, as well as the characters, the fun uncutted jpn dubbing on techniques and story. Destiny is an easy replay whenever the interest floods back :3
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I'm not saying the Destiny games were unfun... quite the contrary. If I had to replay a Tales game, though, they would be lower on the list for me than most of the others. I need to finish off Destiny RE though... maybe if ever that translation patch ever comes out.
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New high quality trailer video here! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9AJK4SEfmI)
Fukken preorder'd. XD
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That battle system keeps on looking better and better each time they show it. Hopefully they'll bring this one over.
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Looks nice. But I don't like the character designs.
And some parts seem to use motion capture, hopefully not too many.
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Right, I guess I should expand upon my point of view concerning Tales games. This is one series where I oftentimes actually prefer the newer entries, since the battle system is constantly evolving. Some games, while I enjoyed them before, I occasionally have a horrid time trying to go back to them (ToS especially suffers from this due to it's decidedly poorly used 3D field). Who knows, maybe I'll have a hard time going back to the currently newer entries after a later game in the series. For me, Nostalgia has absolutely no effect on me when it comes to Tales games if only for this reason.
And some parts seem to use motion capture, hopefully not too many.
Chances are it's mostly for the cutscenes, that's usually the case nowadays.
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Chances are it's mostly for the cutscenes, that's usually the case nowadays.
I'm not against motion capture, I'm against motion capture used on Anime characters. They look like dolls, and weird. It fucks up the aesthetics.
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I like Taleszaku voice 8D
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I'm not against motion capture, I'm against motion capture used on Anime characters. They look like dolls, and weird. It fucks up the aesthetics.
Oh, I agree completely. It doesn't really suit the style all that well.
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I'm not against motion capture, I'm against motion capture used on Anime characters. They look like dolls, and weird. It fucks up the aesthetics.
I agree. If the anime route is to be taken in this day and age, cel-shading and proper animation a la Windwaker or Valkryia Chronicles is the way to go.
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Right, I guess I should expand upon my point of view concerning Tales games. This is one series where I oftentimes actually prefer the newer entries, since the battle system is constantly evolving. Some games, while I enjoyed them before, I occasionally have a horrid time trying to go back to them (ToS especially suffers from this due to it's decidedly poorly used 3D field). Who knows, maybe I'll have a hard time going back to the currently newer entries after a later game in the series. For me, Nostalgia has absolutely no effect on me when it comes to Tales games if only for this reason.
Chances are it's mostly for the cutscenes, that's usually the case nowadays.
Actually, it has happened before with TotW: Radiant mythology. It's basically they get these "skits" and I never made it that far, so it seems that the Tales of Destiny characters in the intro are most likely fanservice, as they seem to be nowhere in sight in-game.
Other than that, I might have not payed attention to them, as the Tales games are most likely namco's equivilant to Final Fantasy, that or Xenosaga, the next overraited RPG game which seems to promote fanservice most of the time (character design wise, I think they are quite popular, since they managed to grab the spot in Mugen no Frontier).
Motion capture, I noticed it's been a few games besides this series.
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I'm... not a fan of Radiant Mythology. It was boring as hell for me. The characters are there, but after a certain point you just don't care.
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Well, after I played it a bit, I sorta lost intrest because I couldn't leave the area, and I was always constantly grinding, same with Tales of Phantasia, because I needed to beat that brick wall of a boss before you get Archie. And fighting him is a pain, he has a Golem and whatever the pink thing is with him, which makes it harder.
Having a system like that should make it easier to dodge, but it's annoying to grind against Bugbear too.
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New high quality trailer video here! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9AJK4SEfmI)
Fukken preorder'd. XD
Exactly. Graces looks to be the first 3D Tales I game I actually LIKE.
Prolly helps that Team Destiny ARE the ones behind it. You can say what you will about their games' storylines, but thus far, there's no faulting their battle system design.
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Call this a selfish and deluded dream, but I want Graces' current battle system in an RPG using Valkryia Chronicles' CANVAS engine for visuals, Shigesato Itoi on story and Maito Yokoita on soundtrack. The setting? Hmm, maybe something modern.
RPG of the forever. XD
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For a weird Reason, I will always prefer Phantasia's PSX Battle System over everything else. Still I fully appreciate the newer ones, Tales of Vesperia's system was gold.
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Phantasia PSX's battle system is kinda unimpressive now. I'm not saying it's bad or anything, it's just that when I play it think "cool, this is fun", but when I look at Graces I think "Holy [parasitic bomb] on a sandwich WOW!". Just saying.
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Well, I managed to defeat the boss and gain arche, really, he's the toughest boss in the GBA version of ToP.
I haven't seen it yet, so I'll have a look at the trailer when I have extra time.
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My copy of ToV arrived today. Yay
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Hope you enjoy it, Acid. Don't be afraid to try out some of the other characters aside from Yuri too, some of them are pretty fun to use.
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Will do.
Had fun with Jade and Guy in ToA.
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My short character usage opinion.
Judith is fun, but also hard. Just can't find the right combo for her. she got one abusable skill though (moonbeam!)
Raven is actually quite good. nice magic and nice long range skill.
Rita.... TIDAL WAVE. she's ok I guess... Overlimit is her lifeline.
Estelle is too slow for my taste. She's always on my party though
Karol is hard to get used to though, later he's quite awesome but still not your combo man.
Repede is my second best character. He's the speedster of the team.
Yuri is just a one man killing machine.
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I'm good with balanced guys and speedsters. How fortunate that I wanted to play Yuri and Repede.
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Hmm, Yuri is not balanced at all. He's monster!
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Not that I mind.
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That's why he's my fave. 8D
Especially when you got all his battle skills late game.
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Game's pretty awesome. I'm a sucker for cel-shading. And this cel-shading looks nice.
Yuri is a pretty cool guy. Estelle has a cute voice. Repede is a cool pet. And Karol... well I didn't have him for long.
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Only thing I disliked about the story is how much they use those Yuri and Estelle scenes without much change to the general dialog. It's not so bad on first playthrough, but when you go through subsequent ones, you realize... 'My god... most of this game is literally them repeating the same damn thing until the final third of the game."
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Hopefully they're removing the absurd number of those scenes in the PS3 version.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BecdZ-Kx6OQ
Indignation!!!!!!!
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BecdZ-Kx6OQ
Indignation!!!!!!!
Heh, I'm not surprised that they tossed that in. Too bad the PS3 version will take forever to get here.
And what was that at the end, with everyone in Tales of the Abyss Costumes? Preorder bonus?
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They also threw in Demon Fang/Blade from the looks of it early in the video from a cutscene.
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Holy [parasitic bomb]. ToA costumes. I think I'll buy this game again should it ever come to Europe. Which is unlikely. But a nice thought.
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They also threw in Demon Fang/Blade from the looks of it early in the video from a cutscene.
Ummm.... no, that's Azure Edge, the very first Arte Yuri has in the game. Not to mention, Demon Fang follows the ground in every of it's incarnations, that one doesn't.
Holy [parasitic bomb]. ToA costumes. I think I'll buy this game again should it ever come to Europe. Which is unlikely. But a nice thought.
I'd consider it if I had a PS3, depending on the quality of the stuff they're adding on. Looks substantial enough so far, mind you.
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Ummm.... no, that's Azure Edge, the very first Arte Yuri has in the game. Not to mention, Demon Fang follows the ground in every of it's incarnations, that one doesn't.
I like the Yuri has a somewhat unique fighting style.
I'd consider it if I had a PS3, depending on the quality of the stuff they're adding on. Looks substantial enough so far, mind you.
Good thing I have both! Yay!
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Ummm.... no, that's Azure Edge, the very first Arte Yuri has in the game. Not to mention, Demon Fang follows the ground in every of it's incarnations, that one doesn't.
I'd consider it if I had a PS3, depending on the quality of the stuff they're adding on. Looks substantial enough so far, mind you.
not completly right
Stan can use Majinken in Midair
so Yuri got a Dual Hi-Ougi so will he also get a second?
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Ummm.... no, that's Azure Edge, the very first Arte Yuri has in the game. Not to mention, Demon Fang follows the ground in every of it's incarnations, that one doesn't.
MMMMM... Azure Edge and Demon Fang do share the same graphical properties, mind you. sometimes it's easy to mistake one for the other at times, most likely I might need to start playing more Tales games more.
Alternate costumes is a yes in my book~
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MMMMM... Azure Edge and Demon Fang do share the same graphical properties, mind you. sometimes it's easy to mistake one for the other at times, most likely I might need to start playing more Tales games more.
Alternate costumes is a yes in my book~
yea i know they look almost the same.
but its Majinken
ToD DC has Air Majinken XD
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ToD DC has Air Majinken XD
Ah, the one I didn't get to play much of... that explains that one.
I don't find that they look all that similar though, but I guess that's just me.
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Savage Wolf Fury is a damn cool Mystic Arte.
And so far I must say Yuri is probably my favorite Tales protagonist.
What's a nice place to farm Grade on my first playthrough?
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Grade farming?
Make use of skill minimum damage.
and find some big enemy (like turtle)
Then combo and chain like crazy.
If you're tired just kill it with Fatal Strike.
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Minimum damage, turn off all your teammates. Take control of Rita, use overlimit, and spam the hell out of Tidal Wave. The more enemies (and larger they are) the better... usually the boars around Halure are good for that. After a bit it really adds up. Don't forget to equip Blue Dice.
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Don't forget to do some burst artes and Mystic artes too. XD
You could get easy 100 grade plus in normal. Even more in hard or unknown.
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So I better use that minimal damage bottle while being in the hardest mode accessible, right?
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(http://freenet-homepage.de/ephidiel/Clipboard02.png)
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Oh boy... although everyone saw it coming, Rita's now officially one of the most OP mages in the whole franchise.
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[Clay Davis] Sheeeeeeeeiiiit. [/Clay Davis]
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I love the fact that it shows 0 damage. 8D
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Pardon?
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGNw6oquOHU&fmt=18[/youtube]
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That [parasitic bomb] was broken as [tornado fang]. XD
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Sooner or later we will have an RPG where numbers like that are standard. Besides Disgaea I mean.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iShBtnYm3B4[/youtube]
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good thing there is Fire Emblem with a Max HP of 60-120
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Or Paper Mario with a max of 50 HP.
Or play Contra and Metal Slug if you think Health is for pussies.
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New scan.
(http://i32.tinypic.com/ips7x3.jpg)
(http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj74/borockman/wwwdotuporg217118.jpg)
Aha beach wears!
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Vesperia in swimgear? Day. One.
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I must go pre-order this ASAP.
Vesperia PS3 I mean.
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Or Paper Mario with a max of 50 HP.
Or play Contra and Metal Slug if you think Health is for pussies.
Or the Ghost n' series.
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Well....I cleared Vesperia last week, but couldn't find an incentive to re-play it. So I traded it in and got Blue Dragon and Beautiful Katamari instead.
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Blue Dragon? Really?
XD
Good luck actually trying in that game.
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Well....I cleared Vesperia last week, but couldn't find an incentive to re-play it. So I traded it in and got Blue Dragon and Beautiful Katamari instead.
I have Blue Dragon and I liked it. But damn Vesperia is so much better, you totally ripped yourself there. BD has even less replay value than Vesperia. And what the heck? Vesperia DOES have replay value due to the whole Grade thing.
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I have Blue Dragon and I liked it. But damn Vesperia is so much better, you totally ripped yourself there. BD has even less replay value than Vesperia. And what the heck? Vesperia DOES have replay value due to the whole Grade thing.
I'm not denying that. I just couldn't be bothered to sit through EVERYTHING again. I only had 900 or so GRADE at the end of my first playthrough. Unless it's something like Silent Bomber or Dynasty Warriors (or Sonic the Hedgehog) I generally won't replay a game once I've cleared it.
But that's just me.
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I'm down to 6000 Grade now. Whew.
I'll try to get every single bit this time, which means I have to replay about two more times.
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More new scan.
(http://img116.imageshack.us/img116/1450/535930.jpg)
Hmm... now I wonder, what would Rita costume be?
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Fxeni's soo gonna flip when he sees those alts! XD
But seriously, good luck with Namco coding all those costumes in. They look fairly decent~
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I think she dressed as Tear.
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Rita? but Tear costume is already taken, by Estelle.
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Whoops. My bad.
I hope she'll dress as Jade.
Jade was awesome.
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Yeah that would be awesome!
Hmm, maybe Iria from ToI...
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anyone else here prefer the english VA's in this game?
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Since they seem to be tossing in a mix of costumes now, and it seems mostly based on hair colour/style... hmm. Not sure who's outfit Rita will get.
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well then Iria would fit Rita in terms of Hair.
other than that maybe Shiina for the randomness
or to keep to the mage style Harold
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well then Iria would fit Rita in terms of Hair.
other than that maybe Shiina for the randomness
or to keep to the mage style Harold
Hmm... out of that list, Harold sounds the most likely to me. I guess we'll see in time.
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waiting for monday, July the 13th
ToV PS3 demo will be out then, I hope i can dl it.
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I don't think the gameplay will be much different.
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well i doubt that too but since i never played the Xbox360 version its quite new to me
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Oh, I thought you already bought/played it.
Well I can tell you it's great. I'd rank it in my favorite Tales Games. And the PS3 version will have even more stuff to go for. Should they plan on releasing a PAL version I'll probably buy it again. Unless I'm poor then.
Edit: I just finished it. Final boss gave me a few problems. Because of that damn healing of his this turned into an endurance battle and I was low on items and TP.
But I took him down. Go me.
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Is that the third form you're talking about, Acid? He was definitely more of a step up from the second form than I expected, that's for sure.
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Yeah the optional one. He wasn't as hard I think. I definitely noticed the lack of status-affecting attacks. But he hit harder, faster, teleported a lot and that healing really wore my out. But he's gone now.
A question, I'm trying to get as much as possible now, so I'm following a walkthrough on GameFAQs. But I don't know how complete they are. Anyone here can confirm the quality of them?
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They are quite good as far as know. I used it myself, but iirc I used two walkthroughs for reference.
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What is it with Tales games having the most annoying optional dungeons ever? Most of them just aren't fun, with a few exceptions here and there of course.
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I didn't mind this one too much since it all amounts to straight lines and refighting slightly harder versions of all the games bosses. Boss refights are always fun... until you become so powerful, the bosses are like common enemies.
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It's always fun to be able to solo the hardest bosses in the game with Yuri on Unknown when you get to the max lvl.
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Traitor to the Heavens, to prevent spoiler-y deliciousness, is pretty damn hard on Unknown allegedly. Something like he can take down your absolute max HP in about four hits.
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Aw I can't access the optional dungeon in this playthrough. I never did anything to unlock it on my first run, so I'll have to do it now so I can enter it in my THIRD playthrough. What a shame, I wanted to get as much as possible this time.
And I even have to finish this dungeon for the 200-Man-Melee. :C
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While it's fun to run through the bosses again, it's not fun to have to go through the same place over and over again getting fricking fake gald. It's not as bad as Abyss' dungeon, though.
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Yeah, I hate how seemingly random getting fake gald is. It's such a pain in the ass to get 15, let alone one. Still, the place is a great area for leveling up rapidly in a 10x experience run. The only problem is that the sidequest to unlock is available only in mid-game in a really tiny window of opportunity. It's something I dislike about the Tales series, how strict the timing to some of these subquests are. It can get quite annoying if you get wrapped up by the game to enjoy the story but then suddenly remember you were working on a sidequest, only to go back to that point you needed to be and realize, "Oop! You missed it!"
It's really tedious and annoying game design.
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The Demo is out and its a different Demo than the360 version.
it also has Patty as a bonus in it.
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Question,
what are the three onvitations required for the 100-Man melee?
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One from the Hunting Beasts, another from Leviathan's Claw, and another from the Royal Knights. I don't remember where you get the hunting blades', but you need to fight the twin fro get Leviathan's Claw's, and you need to go back to Aurnion after beating the game and talking to Flynn.
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For the Hunting Blade's invitation, right before you go to Tarquaron, go to Keiv Moc Forest (I do believe that's the name). A scene should play out and voila.
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New scans
(http://teke348.dyndns.tv/src/up9668.jpg)
(http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj18/Rpgmonkey01/wwwdotuporg240629.jpg)
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Did Asbel's brother change his hair color and clothing or something?
Design change plox, I liked it before.
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More scan.
(http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/3515/dgz13113.jpg)
Nice beach suit for everyone. Raven is cool.
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Wow, a rival for his spoiler costume in terms of which one looks more awesome?
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So yeah, someone from GAF has a flickr account set up to show off the Graces stuff as we have it so far. It looks like it's coming along well. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31607198@N05/sets/72157616429131962/)
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Hopefully it's better than Symphonia 2. I think gaming could have gone along quite fine without that one.
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I don't really like the character designs. There better be kickass costume titles.
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The character designs are [tornado fang]ing grand. Though I think Military Style of Asbel's brother was much better.
Still, I'm anticipating, loving this already. Love the red head too... gonna kidnap her.
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ok Tales of VS is out
just one problem it requires fw 5.55 >__>
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ok Tales of VS is out
just one problem it requires fw 5.55 >__>
... blast. So much for trying it out... for now.
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Boy... a custom firmware update would be real nice right about now.
So, has Dark Alex buggered off the Internet?
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i think there will be an update soon.
i hope so :'(
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Actually, as far as I know, there's a CFW or two out there that use 5.50 as a base. I don't think 5.55 has been released outside Japan yet, let alone decrypted.
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so far what i read about the 5.50 cfw they are crap.
yea the problem lies in the 5.55 and its new encryption
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(http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/5805/73145737.jpg)
I certainly didn't see this coming. Keroro?
Apparently a DLC.
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If this does come over, I have a feeling we may not see that bit of DLC short of Namdai and Funimation (who holds the license to the brand in the U.S. apparently) work out a deal.
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Wait what? Is it a character or a costume?
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Wait what? Is it a character or a costume?
Its a costume
if you look closly you see Karol is wearing it (the name implies it so does his bag)
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More cosplay!
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b11/cutepresea/555950.jpg)
From the above
Raven Ricardo
Karol Lloyd
Estelle Chloe <3
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now ToI and ToL costumes o__o
they make the PS3 version really grand
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They're packing so much bonus stuff in this you might think they released the Xbox version just go get out of the deal with Microsoft.
Kinda like "We brought Vesperia to your console Bill, you never said it can't be a half assed version!"
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And to think this only started out as a version that added a couple of extra characters. It's a good thing the PS3 went down to an affordable price now, and hopefully we'll get this in the first place. I'm still sad about the Tales of Destiny remake. :(
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And to think this only started out as a version that added a couple of extra characters. It's a good thing the PS3 went down to an affordable price now, and hopefully we'll get this in the first place. I'm still sad about the Tales of Destiny remake. :(
Fxeni's not gonna like that. big time. Also, this could be my first console tales game, as I only have two handheld tales games. PS3's gonna be fun this year~
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Fxeni's not gonna like that. big time.
O_o
My first console Tales game was Tales of Legendia, which I actually really enjoyed. My favorite one is probably the original Tales of Destiny though, Tales of Eternia of pretty high of there as well. As for hand helds, I have Radiant Mythology, and if I wasn't a collector I would've burned that game to ashes a long time ago....
The port of Tales of Phantasia was meh, and the Narikiri Dungeon games were pretty decent. Tales of Vs. looks fun though, I hope that gets a US release. ^_^
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Prolly. I didin't seem to have intrest to the series at first though until everyone started doing the Nikarishi style from the thrid game of the Dungeon series.
And Fxeni doesn't like Destiny as much as I don't care for FF7. don't ask and you should be fine.
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I agree with you on FF VII; the dungeon games actually surprised me, I didn't think they were going to be as good as they were. That's the reason why I was so disappointed with Radiant Mythology. Never played Mythology 2 so I'm not sure if it's any better than the first one, from what I've seen it doesn't look like it.
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New ToS Tethe'alla Arc trailer
http://ova-tos.com/
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I never said I didn't like Destiny, I said it was overrated. The remake I didn't get to play long enough to get a valid impression from, but 1&2 didn't impress me much. It does suck that we didn't get a good portion of the "Tales of" games translated though.
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Wow, it's kind of funny that you think that, around where I live no one ever praises Tales of Destiny at all. People seem to like Symphonia A LOT over here, a game which I think is overrated (Still excellent game though). The ToD remake is really good and the ALMBS is probably my favorite take on the battle system to date.
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If you read back a bit in this very thread, you'll see what I mean. The ones that go nuts over Symphonia tend to not have played any other Tales games, which is somewhat understandable. One thing I will give Symphonia is that it's localization was excellent, and certainly set the bar for quality localizations on Tales games. I personally am rather unable to go back and replay it though. I blame this on the faux-3D battlefields, where your party members get in your way more often than not.
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The ones that go nuts over Symphonia tend to not have played any other Tales games, which is somewhat understandable.
I know exactly what you mean, the new Megaten fans are the same way. They only play the newer games (Persona 3, Nocturne, Digital Devil Saga) and they show complete ignorance when it comes to the older games. Also I read back and understand what you said about the Destiny games, I kind've agree a little if anything (still my favorite though ^.^). ToD DC is a really good remake, give a try whenever possible.
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Another costumes revealed.
(http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/5278/98554161.jpg)
(http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/659/30367759.jpg)
http://img207.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=61342_www.dotup.org80609_122_98lo.jpg
Judas Yuri
Mao Rita
Caius Repede
Anise Patty
and shifty eyes glasses Rita :V
And yes, a team cameo battle.
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I played Symphonia, then went on to Phantasia.
Won't play any more Tales of games for a while, though, because they seem to be too focused on items, sidequests, and money rather than pacing and combat.
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Any word on who's the Team Cameo participants? Or is it just the four already in there now operating as a team?
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Yep, that last statement is correct.
Anyway more news.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQmm56QHBYU
All, the second hi-ougi confirmed. and Judith is bouncy! 8D
There are also two new confirmed characters for Tales of Graces (Pascal and Malik) , but I can't found the scans...
Found it!
http://jaysonic.blog42.fc2.com/blog-entry-454.html
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All, the second hi-ougi confirmed. and Judixy is bouncy! 8D
She is~ I'm proud of her. ^^
Here are the scans for Graces. (http://www.abyssalchronicles.com/index.php?fn_mode=comments&fn_id=352) :3
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Ah, that scans look much better than my link.
Hoo, and I like how Malik looks there.
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nice to see the Cut Ins are now animated.
the 3rd PV is awesome imo
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Raven's wink just rocketed him to best archer ever in the series. He's just all kinds of class.
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I just saw that trailer of Vesperia PS3...
All I can say is Tales of Vesperia PS3 better make it outside of Japan. Seriously, RACING REPEDE. 'Nuff said.
And a bouncing Judith is fine too.
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Great my Pre-Order for Tales of Vesperia got confirmed.
good thing the PS3 is regionfree!
(http://i26.tinypic.com/2wd8x9d.gi)
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgaevRyqY[/youtube]
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Is it just me or does the bouncing go perfectly with the music?
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Something told me the bounce thing would make for quite a topic here. XD
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Oh Namco Bandai~ :V
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Something told me the bounce thing would make for quite a topic here. XD
3.. 2.. 1.. >w<
This cast of characters is begging for a doujin. really.
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Something told me the bounce thing would make for quite a topic here. XD
And will likely be removed from the U.S. version if it makes it over.
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Better picture of scans.
http://news.dengeki.com/elem/000/000/193/193141/index-2.html -> Gentlemen!
http://news.dengeki.com/elem/000/000/193/193141/
http://news.dengeki.com/elem/000/000/193/193525/
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I'm willing to buy this again should they decide to bring it over.
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Too bad it's for PS3. *sigh*
I will just look at the gameplays on youtube.
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According to Yuri's V.A., the cast were called back to do more lines.
Knock on wood, but it's looking good.
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Too bad it's for PS3. *sigh*
That's not a problem for me!
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*shakes fist @ Acid*
Oh and I forgot to post this one before.
http://taletalesource.blog69.fc2.com/blog-entry-1938.html
The twins from the movie is included in the game.
and on the second picture, you can see that Patty's hi ougi can summon all sort of things, including Barbatos.
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*shakes fist @ Acid*
Oh and I forgot to post this one before.
http://taletalesource.blog69.fc2.com/blog-entry-1938.html
The twins from the movie is included in the game.
and on the second picture, you can see that Patty's hi ougi can summon all sort of things, including Barbatos.
I hope she can summon Jade and Zellos together XD
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New character for Graces.
http://taletalesource.blog69.fc2.com/blog-entry-1950.html
Oh and the PS3 Vesperia is already out (or leaked), can't wait for more hi-ougi exhibition!
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It's Alucard! (The one from Castlevania... the cool one).
But seriously, this guy looks neat. Probably a villain though.
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Was watching a stream last night of the PS3 version in action. I really didn't see to much different until they got the boat. Even then, it only seemed like Patty was shoehorned into the scenes and some minor dialog was added just to make it less jarring from the original story. That said, the boss on the Atherum was pretty cool. Even on Easy Mode, the player got pretty badly messed up by it.
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Obviously they ain't gonna rewrite the story. The differences can't be THAT big, otherwise everyone would go crazy for having a half-complete game.
But if you're someone who loves optional quests and bosses you will have your fun with this.
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Well, I wasn't expecting a grand change of things, but I was expecting a little more changes, at least with a new character involved.
To be fair though, it was only the start of the second part (of three) of the game and Patty only just joined. Some larger changes could be around the corner. Anyway, the player apparently stopped after the Yuri vs. Flynn battle and before that, explored a brand new dungeon.
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It's Alucard! (The one from Castlevania... the cool one).
But seriously, this guy looks neat. Probably a villain though.
It is actually Albel's best friend and a prince of some country.
He might be the Asch of this tales though.
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147,000 the first day? >v< (http://kotaku.com/5363045/ps3-tales-of-vesperia-sees-biggest-tales-sales-ever)
(http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/8534/87638499.jpg) (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/8534/87638499.jpg)
(http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/4831/25979484.jpg) (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/4831/25979484.jpg)
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Japan was really mad at the whole "temporary exclusive" thing, eh?
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Flaos Lazaaaaaaaaaaaa
(http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/GenoWhirl24/DIVINESTREAK.gif)
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I thought it was ridiculous that Flynn now summons a small laser beam from space. Now he has that.
And people were afraid he'd be just another generic Tales of Magic Swordsman.
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the caster on JTV renamed him to Gundam00
i guess now everyone knows what the F stands for in Setsuna F. Seiei
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I saw them pull of Yuri's 2nd Mystic Arte. Can't help but think that it's one of those I'll never use. It looks pretty weak compared to Savage Wolf Fury.
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Flaos Lazaaaaaaaaaaaa
(http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/GenoWhirl24/DIVINESTREAK.gif)
Lol, that's really unexpected actually. XD
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they buffed flynn quite alot
He is way faster than he was before and some of his 360 artes got slightly altered to be faster as well
and Patty is just a powerhouse now
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She knows Double Cast. That scares me if her and Rita both overlimit and both use Tidal Wave.
And Flynn... man, someone had to be reading forums if they buffed him to the point of being probably one of the best Magic Sword class characters in the series.
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2nd hi-ougi exhibition by Nore. Mind you it's not complete.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr9nvACXpvU&feature=channel_page
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2nd hi-ougi exhibition by Nore. Mind you it's not complete.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr9nvACXpvU&feature=channel_page
That's pretty impressive already. Patty's sure has a lot of variations.
The lack of a Magic Swordsman in Vesperia made me sad, but if I can get my hands on this version, I'm sure I'll enjoy using Flynn.
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You know what I like? PS3 version has the Sworddancer! AW YEAH!
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In three forms, no less. It makes use of the otherwise [tornado fang]ing useless Aer Krene locations on the 360 version.
I knew there was more to the locations than previously thought.
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Holy, this is priceless!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CCMlHjtkjM
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Poor Dhaos. He just can't escape his fate.
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I sure hope they bring this over.
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Well, they apparently called the VA's back for something from what I've heard, so it's possible.
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I sure hope you're right!
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Indignation is up XD
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CCMlHjtkjM[/youtube]
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Indignation is up XD
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CCMlHjtkjM[/youtube]
Ummm... a tad late, I'm afraid.
Holy, this is priceless!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CCMlHjtkjM
I liked the damage on that one, that's for sure 8D
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didn't see the other post >___>
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I really want to find Karol's voice actress and ask her if she could record a line to overdub on Karol's 2nd Mystic Arte.
"Pierce the heavens with your mighty drill! Let's go! ULTRA BOMBER... X!!"
Also, Estelle's new Mystic Arte, Ultimate Elements (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IF7ZNpYdd8&fmt=18)... well. Dare I say she may actually be useful now?
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I really want to find Karol's voice actress and ask her if she could record a line to overdub on Karol's 2nd Mystic Arte.
"Pierce the heavens with your mighty drill! Let's go! ULTRA BOMBER... X!!"
Also, Estelle's new Mystic Arte, Ultimate Elements (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IF7ZNpYdd8&fmt=18)... well. Dare I say she may actually be useful now?
Yea, Estelle might be a bit more usefull but then again, i'm one of those people who never noticed her do anything particularly stupid sence i turned off all her Strike artes and set her strategy to MAGIC ARTES ONLY. Made sure to equip her with a Faerie Ring so she'd use less TP and be less likely to try and run up and kill stuff with her pathetic melee skills of FAILITUDE.
Another thing to point out is that i've SEEN that the Tales Cameo costumes cause Altered Artes for the characters. Most of 'em are freaking awsome. Plus it seems you can carry over Fell Arm kill counts at the Grade Shop. Also, so people know, the Overlimit levels ABOVE level 4 do nothing special; it's just more room for Overlimits, thus meaning more death infliction. And Patty is rediculously broken sence she can cast a spell that has a random chance of giving YOUR ENTIRE PARTY level 4 Overlimit, thus leading to MASSIVE MYSTIC ARTE SPAM OF DOOM. Which is awsome to watch, by the way. F*** YEA ENHA HOYOKUSHOU! Oh, and i've been watching the JTV stream so that EFF-YEA comment might strike people a oddly familiar sence i say it just about every time some character does a Mystic Arte. <_<
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New gameplay video of ToG from TGS.
http://www.gametrailers.com/video/tgs-09-tales-of/56661
Pretty smooth looking.
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This Tales stuff seems pretty popular. Maybe I should finally get interested in it?
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New gameplay video of ToG from TGS.
http://www.gametrailers.com/video/tgs-09-tales-of/56661
Pretty smooth looking.
It sure doesn't look bad.
Damn. Everyone looks like an admiral.
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Well, almost all of em are royalty of some sorts. XD
I can't believe they've more costumes?!
http://jaysonic.blog42.fc2.com/blog-entry-641.html
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[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gb_p7EoxmAw[/youtube]
Hi-Ougi Exhibition
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Yea, Estelle might be a bit more usefull but then again, i'm one of those people who never noticed her do anything particularly stupid sence i turned off all her Strike artes and set her strategy to MAGIC ARTES ONLY. Made sure to equip her with a Faerie Ring so she'd use less TP and be less likely to try and run up and kill stuff with her pathetic melee skills of FAILITUDE.
Eh, I'll stick with Raven using Love Shot on everyone with Yuri running around with Guardian Field. Status Effects aren't really a problem and should reviving be necessary, I've got Life Bottles. Grade doesn't mean anything to me anymore.
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Moar gameplay from Tales of Graces.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46LrXU9N0hc[/youtube]
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...What the hell did I just watch and why do I want to see more?
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It sure doesn't look bad.
Damn. Everyone looks like an admiral.
Well, seeing as I like stories about royals and militiants, this is right up my alley. Tales of Graces might win my "best Tales game" spot already. I know gameplay wise, it has. No contest.
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I already found my fav character:
(http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq22/mywarehouse/ToGCharacters.jpg)
The bearded guy to the right.
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and mine will be the girl on the left 0v0
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I already found my fav character:
(http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq22/mywarehouse/ToGCharacters.jpg)
The bearded guy to the right.
Looking at the cast list, I'm wondering which one's the party character that will die/only be around for part of the game.
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I'm wondering which one's the party character that will die/only be around for part of the game.
It's always the one I like.
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The new BGMs used in the PS3 version of ToV are up
http://d.hatena.ne.jp/video/niconico/sm8362076
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Oh, since I'm here, regarding this:
I already found my fav character:
(http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq22/mywarehouse/ToGCharacters.jpg)
The bearded guy to the right.
I'm going with the blue haired guy if only for this:
(http://i768.photobucket.com/albums/xx321/GenoWhirl24/Jedi.gif)
So good.
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People say that he is the Jedi master of Tales. XD
Anyway...
(http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj74/borockman/tog_mns.jpg)
You can actually play as your kid self?!
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and pre-order bonus is a Yuri costume for Asbel o__o
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Alright, so this is the Tales of Thread, I got myself Tales of Vs.
One problem.
No [parasitic bomb] on gamefaqs to help me here. No controls. No guides.
So uh.. Anyone got any experience?
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Um alright here's the thing...
The controls are kinda the same as the Smash Bros series and a little bit of Dissidia too. You press a button and a direction to attack with different moves. Circle button is regular attacks, X button is the special moves. You jump by pressing up. You can only move your character with your D-pad. The Analog Stick changes attack mode (a little text thingy shows up in the corner of the screen). You can change all the moves and gain stat upgrades if you first level up a little bit and then head to a mode called EDIT (エディット). You can have 4 different moves. You can also buy things in the SHOP (ショップ) when they are available, but I think you need to level up first.
At the top-left of the main menu is the YGGDRASIL BATTLE (ユグドラシルバトル) and that's the main story mode of the game. You will be able to pick between 4 different teams with 2 characters each (from different Tales games). Then you will chat and stuff and then a fight starts. When you are on the World Map later, there will be a flag on some spots. If you go there, you will be able to capture a flag and advance the story a little bit (I guess >v<). There are other kinds of battles too, and side-events.
The battles themselves work like this: You have your regular HP and your magic points. Right at the top of those, a big number, that's your lives/stock/points, similar to the Stock Battle in Smash Bros. In this game, it's commonly known as a POINT BATTLE. If you don't have anymore stock, you lost the fight, so if your opponent has 3 stock, you have to beat them up 3 times. You can pick up items that randomly show up and then use them with the Triangle button.
The controls and movements of the characters feels a little too stiff most of the time. The characters are slow, and they don't do their special moves or attacks as quick as say the Smash Bros characters does. It's a different kind of game mechanic here, a bit slower than other fighting games. It's still a good game, just that reaction time to perform moves and avoiding attacks is different here, a little slower, than other games.
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Hmm.. Okay, I think I kinda got it. Gonna need some work, though. At least once I can get stuff memorised it won't be so bad. Maybe make a list of what bar of moonrunes is what mode :P
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IT'S ALIVEEEEE!
With Tales of Graces out already in Japan, insanity ensues.
(http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/2655/96234132.jpg)
It's a DLC but.... holy [parasitic bomb]! Miku invade RPG now?
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...really?
Why would they do that? -AC
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What's next? "M&L4: Lovely VOCALOIDs in Danger!!"? :P
I say two cents she's unlockable.
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What's next? "M&L4: Lovely VOCALOIDs in Danger!!"? :P
I say two cents she's unlockable.
It's a DLC
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Oh, I nearly forgot about that.. then again, What is Miku's pre-set Lv?
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...really?
Why would they do that? -AC
I'm with this one. As much of a sucker as I can be for good crossovers, this is just laugh worthily out of place. XD
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Hey, they at least fit better than Keroro does in Vesperia :P
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Oh, I nearly forgot about that.. then again, What is Miku's pre-set Lv?
See the purple-haired girl? That. She's not a new character so much as it's that purple-haired girl costumed as her.
Pretty much, it's cosplaying in a video game. Boy, welcome to a new generation: cosplayers cosplaying as characters cosplaying.
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See the purple-haired girl? That. She's not a new character so much as it's that purple-haired girl costumed as her.
Pretty much, it's cosplaying in a video game. Boy, welcome to a new generation: cosplayers cosplaying as characters cosplaying.
(http://tinyurl.com/c8eg88)
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Just who I was waiting for. XD
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Warning, boss spoiler. It's not an important boss though.
[spoiler]http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/8039/lolwutgraces.jpg[/spoiler]
[spoiler]http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a12/taylor_158/lolwut.jpg[/spoiler]
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Between this and my post above on Miku in my Graces, I think this game's gonna have quite a decent laugh factor. XD
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Since I am a lazy bastard and don't feel like reading 16 pages is there any word of a Vesperia port for PS3 for the US? Friend will sell me the 360 collector's edition if I want it. I dont wanna get it until I am sure they wont bring the ps3 one here. I really want the extra stuff.
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Nope, none has been announced regarding PS3 US port.
Still could happened, though unlikely.
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What's next? "M&L4: Lovely VOCALOIDs in Danger!!"? :P
King Bowser: "What...hey, WHO ARE YOU?! You just barged into my castle like you own the pla---"
Miku: *earth-shakingly loud* "MIKUUUUUUUUUUUUUU~!"
*miles away*
Peach: "Ooh, my friend's in the neighborhood!"
M&L: "?!"
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Nope, none has been announced regarding PS3 US port.
Still could happened, though unlikely.
Wait until E3 (LOOOOONG TIIIIIME). If nothing pops up by then, import.
Knowing Namco, they're too retarded to bring the PS3 version over. Worthless company.
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Yeah there are quite a few Tales games that have not made it here. The one that hurt the most is when they made the remake to Tales of Destiny
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ToDr is too epic to be translated I guess. 8D
But Namco haven't translated Team Destiny Tales since well.... eternia.
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[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef0rCY-bZek[/youtube]
ToG Opening
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Alrighty, let's break out the checklist:
- Fight with enemies/some sort of villain
- Obligatory flower meadow/tree scene
- Face-off scene
- "Emo" scene (where everyone look sad)
- Implied past trauma scene
- Obvious female lead cliche crying at main
- End with airship scene w/ party
Yep... looking like a typical Tales of opening.
Oh, we have a bonus on this one:
- [parasitic bomb] music supplied by fan.
Thank you, mute function.
You know, the more I see of Graces, the less I actually give a damn about it.
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Wasn't MOST Tales games I recall had thier openings either orchestraited or contained some Jpop? -AC
Wow, I thought they never had to go and use an american song.
King Bowser: "What...hey, WHO ARE YOU?! You just barged into my castle like you own the pla---"
Miku: *earth-shakingly loud* "MIKUUUUUUUUUUUUUU~!"
*miles away*
Peach: "Ooh, my friend's in the neighborhood!"
M&L: "?!"
Yes, Nintendo. Make it happen.. with the playable twins, as Miku gets kidnapped by Bowser. XD
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Wasn't MOST Tales games I recall had thier openings either orchestraited or contained some Jpop? -AC
Wow, I thought they never had to go and use an american song.
Again... it's a fan-edit. See the checklist I made.
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Again... it's a fan-edit. See the checklist I made.
Hm, now.. is there an origional uploaded yet? that I'd like tto know. ::)
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[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceuj27BAF08[/youtube]
Now without horrible American pop music.
...Not that the J-Pop is much better.
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If anyone interested in Tales of Graces streaming (full of spoiler of course)
http://www.justin.tv/redpotato
Hella sexy battle system! *o*
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I'm playing the game right now. (I don't stream it yet tho~ >v<)
The opening is lovely. And the battles are fun.
Live streams won't make this game ANY justice.
The fights run at smooth 60fps-ness~
You have to see and feel it for yourself. >v<
Oh, and don't pick on the Vocaloids and Idol Masters, please~? O^O
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Oh [parasitic bomb], really? What are the visuals like? Also, how's the humor? I can't play this one if it isn't as funny as Knights of Ratatosk/Dawn of The New World is. XD
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It's beautiful, just like the other Tales games on other systems. ^^
You start playing as the children, so you might know what the humor is like. >v<
It'll mature more and more further in the game.
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The story is full of unexpected twist late game. Some say they break the usual tales story mould.
Humor is excellent, period.
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Oh man, I'm happy now. The battles looked awesome and hearing that everything else fell into place well makes me want this one more now.
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For anyone who want to see the Blast caliber.
http://www.justin.tv/clip/30b4fdf40e278914 <- 2nd BC
http://www.justin.tv/clip/90b678cb0eacabf3 <- 3rd BC
two words. ZA WARUDO!
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Holy [parasitic bomb]. No seriously, I did not expect a character like her to do something like that. XD
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There's a video on youtube that shows off what essentially are all the mystic artes. Each character has three, depending on the level of the bar:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2LIcfktnFU[/youtube]
These are just for the main playable characters. No enemy ones yet.
(Not as impressive as some of the ones in Vesperia, still. Not bad, though.)
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(http://thesilentchief.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/604150.jpeg)
New PS3 Tales Of title:
- No title yet
- Single image illustration showing a city
- No release date yet
Tales of Graces F:
- PS3 port of the Wii title
- New costume for Sophie
- New Hi-Ougis and post-ending story events added
- Release window is Winter 2010
Tales of the World Radiant Mythology 3:
- Third game in the PSP series
- Heroine with nonsensical name is voiced by Aya Hirano
- Aspel from ToG will be in the game as well
- Over 80 characters will be in the game
- Release window is 2011
Well, guess you can at least say that after floundering about for a while, Namco is finally doing something reasonably smart and going where the main audience of this series is in Japan.
(http://www.pushsquare.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/talesofrage.jpg)
NEVER FORGET. 8D
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...wasn't this studio broke?
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Crying broke and being broke are two different things. 8D
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Well Tales of Graces for PS3 makes me happy, hopefully all the glitches in it will be fixed ^^
and who said they were broke? o.o
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And I'm betting not one of these will ever see a non-japanese release.
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Crying broke and being broke are two different things. 8D
Kinda like a store's "Going out of business sale" when they're not! XD
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Wish they would announce that these games would be released outside Japan, THEN I would be happy. The same goes for this one (http://www.animate-onlineshop.jp/special/topnaridanx/pc/). There's the translation project of Tales of Graces, but I'd rather have an official release.
It's not easy to be a big - European fan of Tales.
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It's not easy to be a non-Japanese fan of Tales. PERIOD.
Fix'd. 8D
But hey, at least PS3 is region-free.
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True that and I'm getting a PS3 soon either way (plus a modded PS2 SO I CAN PLAY TALES OF THE ABYSS). But the biggest barrier is the language no matter what. Curse youuuu Namcoooo!
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Fix'd. 8D
But hey, at least PS3 is region-free.
For wapanese speakers. And in a JRPG, you pretty much have to be.
...but I must confess was the one single person in the face of the Earth who bought FFXIII in japanese when it came out SPECIFICALLY because I didn't want to pay any attention to the story and was just interested on how it played.
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Pity I don't have a PS3, this looks interesting. o:
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Looks like Radiant Mythology's doing well, I might've underestemated it. You know, being a Tales fan myself, I don't mind a majority of the Tales games being JAP only; I love strays that cross the bermuda triangle. 8D
I wonder how this will go.
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And none will hit U.S. shores.
Enjoy going out of business, Tales Studios.
(Oh yeah. I'm still bitter over Vesperia PS3. No, I don't want to learn Japanese just to play the blasted game... and it's not the same without English Raven running around with his MANLY MUSK.)
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Vesperia PS3 isn't out in US?
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Nope. And it looks as if the US (or Europe) will never get it
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And none will hit U.S. shores.
Oh yes, soon following with MOAR party gaems and FPSes in american shores to make up for that loss. It's why we have a hell of a lot of indie games floating around.
The ONLY ingredient that is required for a JAP product to hit US shores is only if it's mainstream *coughTTGLcough*.
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I thought for sure it had but I guess I was thinking of Star Ocean 4 ps3 o.o
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It's not terribly surprising with the Tales of series since we've always had a lot of the games not released here, but we usually got main releases. Vesperia PS3 was shaky at best when you consider we didn't get the (questionably better) Symphonia PS2 port, though this is more due to Nintendo having translation rights to the game.
We've gotten Legendia, Abyss, and Vesperia, all main series games. We've not gotten Innocence, Hearts, or the new mothership title Graces on Wii or pretty much anything since Dawn of the New World.
Now, please keep this in mind:
-Outside of the two Symphonia's, advertising has been non-existent for the games outside of Japan.
-Many of these games were positioned alongside other major releases... Abyss, for example, came out just a few days before Final Fantasy XII launched in the U.S.
Now, with Namco clearly moving its sights to PS3 entirely, you would think with the rather negative hammering Final Fantasy XIII got in the west and the general lack of interest in XIV due to being an MMORPG that Namco would smell blood in the water and try to make a push for a larger market share in the West before Square can restore its image or the niche is filled more by Atlus or XSEED.
Nope. They're doing nothing.
Frankly, at this point, Namco JP seems quite happy shoveling out some retarded Pacman drivel no one will buy and this year's Naruto/DBZ fighting game rehash.
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It's not terribly surprising with the Tales of series since we've always had a lot of the games not released here, but we usually got main releases. Vesperia PS3 was shaky at best when you consider we didn't get the (questionably better) Symphonia PS2 port, though this is more due to Nintendo having translation rights to the game.
We've gotten Legendia, Abyss, and Vesperia, all main series games. We've not gotten Innocence, Hearts, or the new mothership title Graces on Wii or pretty much anything since Dawn of the New World.
Now, please keep this in mind:
-Outside of the two Symphonia's, advertising has been non-existent for the games outside of Japan.
-Many of these games were positioned alongside other major releases... Abyss, for example, came out just a few days before Final Fantasy XII launched in the U.S.
Now, with Namco clearly moving its sights to PS3 entirely, you would think with the rather negative hammering Final Fantasy XIII got in the west and the general lack of interest in XIV due to being an MMORPG that Namco would smell blood in the water and try to make a push for a larger market share in the West before Square can restore its image or the niche is filled more by Atlus or XSEED.
Nope. They're doing nothing.
Frankly, at this point, Namco JP seems quite happy shoveling out some retarded Pacman drivel no one will buy and this year's Naruto/DBZ fighting game rehash.
Worst thing is, the Tales games ARE suitable for a current generation, and pretty fun even if you're not into JRPGs, because they have an action-based gameplay. They could be having quite a bit of success with them over here, if they wanted to.
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So there is a new Tales coming out. I'm happy. <3
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Frankly, at this point, Namco JP seems quite happy shoveling out some retarded Pacman drivel no one will buy and this year's Naruto/DBZ fighting game rehash.
All of which, including the usual Ben10 stuff, unfortunately/fortunately, DOES ACTUALLY sell. So what does that say about the market? Going by last year's Bamco's fiscal reports, the only things that really did well for were their arcade wares (Tekken, Gundam Vs) and the usual stuff.
Part of it is definitely Namco's fault, but on the other hand, no Tales game released in the West has ever been able to match what Symphonia did on the GC, years ago. Even 360-Vesperia, in spite of the "push" (re: moneyhats) couldn't do that. So, after spreading itself far too thinly for the last few years, I think Namco is actually doing the reasonable thing, and focusing on PS3 development for Japanese audiences. Maybe after the brand does more to "get back on its feet", they'll consider the notion of Westward localization again. But for now, going conservative is probably the best chance the series has at this time. It's got quite an uphill battle to make on the "home turf" as it is. 8D
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To be fair, Symphonia had a lot going in its favor under Nintendo's management.
-Advertising: this is key right here. Unlike every tales game after, the game had extensive advertising behind it to promote that it's coming out. Legendia, Abyss and Vesperia didn't enjoy a similar push.
-Scarcity: not so much in the game itself, but Gamecube was critically deprived of RPGs, let alone decent third party support. I believe up until then, the only serious good RPG out on the platform was Skies of Arcadia Legends from Sega (correct me if I'm wrong on the release date, though it's very much a Gamecube RPG to pick up.) You could argue Xbox 360 may have had something similar with Vesperia, but the audience there is pretty staunchly not fond of JRPGs, with past rep Blue Dragon not doing terribly well; never mind the exclusivity cash was dumped into making the PS3 version.
-Timing: Tying into the above, Symphonia was pitched as a huge deal and had the same luxury of being treated like a serious major release. Legendia had a quiet release and Abyss was foolishly released close FF12, which in North America is a death knell (despite the criticism XII released later on.)
It's a shame that the western fan base that isn't exactly knowledgeable in moon runes and doesn't have the time to really learn it has to suffer because of the idiotic marketing choices Namco U.S.A. made, especially regarding one of Namco's higher brands.
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What really comes down to it for me is that there is still hope for Tales over here. It might seem bleak to some, but the fact they are still in business is a very good sign indeed.
So aside from Nintendo's grand achievements... there will still be some tasty morsels in the gaming world that can actually satisfy my taste.
Now if only we can get Graces... it is quite possibly the most interesting looking Tales I've ever seen. And not to mention, Mamoritai: White Wishes is such a beautiful song.
*bides his time* Well, it is either that or whip out the book and learn Japanese. Intended to do that anyway, just not so soon.
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It would be cool if they brought the damn games over, but that doesn't seem likely with their track record. It's too bad really, considering the gradually evolving battle system used in Tales games is one of my favourites as far as JRPGs are concerned.
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So we can expect the Tales franchise to become yet another obscure Japan-only JRPG, unrecognized in the US. And the reason, when pretty much every single other current-gen RPG worth a damn reaches our shores sooner or later? None, aparently, since the Tales franchise is actually BETTER suited for western audiences than many JRPGs that make their way here. But such is the cost of bad executive decisions.
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I'd play Tales series over Final Fantasy anyday, though I kinda fond of WRPGs.
For the US marketing, I think they still prefer Final Fantasy because it's more 'western' than any JRPGs and not to mention the fanbases. It'll be hard for the Tales series to be popular in the US.
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I'd play Tales series over Final Fantasy anyday, though I kinda fond of WRPGs.
For the US marketing, I think they still prefer Final Fantasy because it's more 'western' than any JRPGs and not to mention the fanbases. It'll be hard for the Tales series to be popular in the US.
Final Fantasy isn't very western, it just has more success. The Tales games, not being constant sequels and each one being pretty much a new story with a new subtitle, have the same chance pretty much every single new JRPG has in the US, plus the fan-appeal, which isn't very large, but exists. It has potencial.
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*sigh*, time to go buy me that RossetaStone.
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*sigh*, time to go buy me that RossetaStone.
That basically. Should've done it a while ago in honesty. There are more games in Japanese than I want to play in English now, this wasn't always the case.
Time to pick up the books, for engrish has lost its use.
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Psh, why buy it.
You can pirate it. :P
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So we can expect the Tales franchise to become yet another obscure Japan-only JRPG, unrecognized in the US. And the reason, when pretty much every single other current-gen RPG worth a damn reaches our shores sooner or later?
Maybe, maybe not. But again, I think the main thing is that Namco has to "get things right at home first". As much as Western fans like to belly-ache about how they've had it bad, the Japanese fan base hasn't exactly been pleased as punch these last few years either. Ever since the start of this console generation, they've been subjected to the franchise jumping all over the damn place, from console to console, like a flea on a hot brick. The result? It made it literally impossible for most fans to be able to follow the series with any sense of reliability. They've even had to deal with the "betrayal" of the franchise having a major title going to the "foreigner system" X360, only to then come to the PS3 a year later. Cue raging, as per the image I posted in my OP.
So, for right now? Namco's main mission should be focusing on the Japanese PS3, and doing more to "earn the trust" of those are who their most important customer base. Because if they can't get the Japanese fans to rally behind them again, the franchise is definitely going to die, and then everything else is pretty much moot. Assuming they're able to achieve that much, THEN maybe they can start thinking about westward localization again. But to say that this is an entirely different situation for how it is with something like RGG/Yakuza, is an understatement.
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And then there's that other project, with tits and robots right? MNF rite? 8D
Then again, with the apparent success and attention the other series Namco has on thier hands, I doubt Namco has the time to get all three to thier respective release dates.
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Maybe, maybe not. But again, I think the main thing is that Namco has to "get things right at home first". As much as Western fans like to belly-ache about how they've had it bad, the Japanese fan base hasn't exactly been pleased as punch these last few years either. Ever since the start of this console generation, they've been subjected to the franchise jumping all over the damn place, from console to console, like a flea on a hot brick. The result? It made it literally impossible for most fans to be able to follow the series with any sense of reliability. They've even had to deal with the "betrayal" of the franchise having a major title going to the "foreigner system" X360, only to then come to the PS3 a year later. Cue raging, as per the image I posted in my OP.
So, for right now? Namco's main mission should be focusing on the Japanese PS3, and doing more to "earn the trust" of those are who their most important customer base. Because if they can't get the Japanese fans to rally behind them again, the franchise is definitely going to die, and then everything else is pretty much moot. Assuming they're able to achieve that much, THEN maybe they can start thinking about westward localization again. But to say that this is an entirely different situation for how it is with something like RGG/Yakuza, is an understatement.
That puts Namco's own faulty decisions to blame. Unlike Yakuza, which is pretty much one of the most japanese culture-heavy games we've had on this side (specially since it bothers with a serious and halfway realistic movie plot with japanese-looking characters instead of anime characters with impossibly slim bodies and coloured whiter than albinos, as well as activities, celebrities, brands and stores from there), Tales' games have as much appeal as any other JRPG on the market. It's not the game's quality, but bad management decisions that have made it unsuccessful in both sides.
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[youtube]arhDofcT4Rw&feature=fvst[/youtube]
Features over 80 "Tales of" Characters from past titles.
Confirm Tales of Characters:
* Chelsea Torn - Tales of Destiny
* Norma Beatty - Tales of Legendia
* Yuri Lowell - Tales of Vesperia
* Judith - Tales of Vesperia
* Kohak Hearts - Tales of Hearts
* Asbel Lhant - Tales of Graces
This one looks like an actually Tales of game with the exploration part and the Character Creation system is even improved too! You can change the height of your character and give them different poses/stance to their fighting style now it seems in the video. I look forward to it!
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Before I decide to comment about this, but did 2 ever come stateside?
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Before I decide to comment about this, but did 2 ever come stateside?
Nope! Lets start crossing our fingers~
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Better start learning Japanese if you haven't already.
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Yeah... I really doubt this is leaving Japan. Too bad too, the Radiant Mythology offshoot has been expanding rather well.
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There is someone named Yuri Lowell? That's kinda close to that voice actors name o.o Also I guess a third one is nice but still haven't beaten the first two (or even taken 2 out of the plastic ^^; )
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http://rm3.namco-ch.net/chara/
11/2/10 ~ Will Raynard, Sophie, Judas & Marta confirmed
http://www.talesunion.com/news/judas-marta-and-sophie-confirmed-to-be-in-radiant-mythology-3--1364.html
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll68/GinJoTou/Radiant%20Mythology%203/f20101111-1.jpg)
12/01/10 ~ Flynn, Shing and Natalia confirmed
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll68/GinJoTou/Radiant%20Mythology%203/rm3-shing.jpg)
Free Radiant Mythology 3 Costume DLC Announced:
http://www.talesunion.com/news/free-radiant-mythology-3-costume-dlc-announced--1369.html
That's a totally of 72 out of the 80 "Tales of" characters confirmed.
These people are most likely to me adding in:
Karol
Repede
Emil
Shirley
Release Date is February 10, 2011.
I'm pre-ordering this when I get the money for it.
Your thoughts guys?
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There is someone named Yuri Lowell? That's kinda close to that voice actors name o.o Also I guess a third one is nice but still haven't beaten the first two (or even taken 2 out of the plastic ^^; )
Fun story about that. Yuri Lowenthall was the voice actor for Luke and Asch in Tales of the Abyss. He really wanted to voice again in the next major Tales of game to hit the U.S. in Vesperia. Namco denied him because they didn't want two main characters from two different games to sound similar. Instead, Lowenthall told his friend Troy Baker about the role and to try out for it.
Not long after, Troy called him back and said, "Dude, you're not going to believe what the name of the main character for this game is." "What?" "Yuri Lowell."
Lowenthall practically lost his [parasitic bomb].
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12/07/10 ~ Sheena Fujibayashi confirmed
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll68/GinJoTou/Radiant%20Mythology%203/rm3-shehascome.jpg)
Also BACK-ON is doing the opening theme again, but they're going to work with someone else to perform the song with them. And on a side-note, the Monk looks like he's going to do a Kamehameha.
Also you can already start pre-ordering the game here:
http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-19-71-99-15-Tales+of+The+World:+Radiant+Mythology+3.html
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(http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/7053/toxill.jpg)
Namco Bandai is all set to unveil the new PlayStation 3 Tales game later today, but Weekly Jump has the scoop. As many have speculated based off trademark filings, the new game is "Tales of Xillia," and it's set for release in 2011.
The big feature for Xillia is that it has two main characters, a first for the series. The male main character is Shuto Matis (voiced by Tsubasa Yonaga). The female main character is Mira Maxwell (voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro).
Only a few details on these characters are revealed in the magazine. Shuto attends a medical school in the royal city and is an excellent student who gets things done. Mira is a master of spirits which control the four elements (earth, water, fire and wind).
These two characters were designed by two different veteran Tales series character designers. Shuto comes from Kosuke Fujishima. Mira comes from Mutsumi Inomata.
Also of note in Jump's first look is word that the game's theme song will be performed by Ayumi Hamasaki.
The new game was first announced back in August as just "Next Tales of." Namco Bandai currently has a countdown running for the game's full unveil. This will reach zero later today.
Prior to the Jump reveal, our only look at the game game through some concept art, which you can see below. The Tales team also shared some details in an August interview.
Concept art
http://www.andriasang.com/e/blog/2010/12/15/tales_of_xillia/
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Very interesting, some instead of one major character to focus on it has two major characters to focus on. Interesting, but until I see some gameplay footage or screenshots I'll be neutral about my opinion.
Also it's not going to be released in the US, right? We haven't been getting any new "Tales of" recently which is sad.
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well was kinda obvious that it'd be leaked before the timer runs out
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Japan just kept popping up new Tales games, with a very low chance of being localized
but then again....i gave up on the localization of Tales series already...
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PV out!
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3BVOUjOgLU[/youtube]
Hmm, and yay more barefisted hero!
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OK... first. Ugh, PS3. Seriously? Well... probably won't be localized anyway. This is what I'm learning Japanese for as we speak.
Second... Fist-based hero? Ugh. Well, maybe we'll have interesting secondaries this time around. I don't get the feeling of excitement I got from Graces' cast.
Third... Battle system looks actiony, makes me think they're gonna keep going in the direction of Graces that Abyss and Vesperia started and Graces perfected, excellent.
Finally... Setsuna, stop SEED moding and Quantizing.
EXTRA MODE: Oh oh, Heroine looks like a whore. Just saying. Which is funny since the art from mag doesn't look that bad... I think it's that evil PS3 graphics. *sage nod*
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Mira might be my favourite Tales character... ever :3
Posted on: December 15, 2010, 08:07:57 AM
EXTRA MODE: Oh oh, Heroine looks like a whore. Just saying. Which is funny since the art from mag doesn't look that bad... I think it's that evil PS3 graphics. *sage nod*
That's... so mean ;oo;
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To each of their own...
But it is mean, just saying she looks like... that... doesn't make her one and it's a design style choice which I think makes her interesting though the hair looks unusually to me.
I'm liking the Cross/Tag Team Attacks, reminding me of the Tales of Symphonia's Unison System though much more refined.
I would love for this to come over! Someone, buy Namco out if their not going to release it stateside! A game is might to be enjoyed and have fun playing it, even more so in the language people understand! Man do I wish I could speak and read Japanese.
OK, rant over. I'm good.
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Well, I'm interested in the fist fighting hero, buuuuuut, at this poing I'd be more surprised if Namco even considers releasing it outside Japan, hell will freeze over before it releases in NA. That and I don't have a PS3 nor do I plan to get one any time soon >__>
OK... first. Ugh, PS3. Seriously?
Well, the PS3 ports did sell in its first week about as much as the original games did in their lifetimes so honestly at this point they'd be crazy to make it for anything else.
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Sony consoles have been, and always will be, the JRPG system :3
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To each of their own...
But it is mean, just saying she looks like... that... doesn't make her one and it's a design style choice which I think makes her interesting though the hair looks unusually to me.
I'm liking the Cross/Tag Team Attacks, reminding me of the Tales of Symphonia's Unison System though much more refined.
I would love for this to come over! Someone, buy Namco out if their not going to release it stateside! A game is might to be enjoyed and have fun playing it, even more so in the language people understand! Man do I wish I could speak and read Japanese.
OK, rant over. I'm good.
Hey, I didn't say she WAS a whore. There's a difference. A word makes ALL the difference my friends. I just said her character model makes her look whorish. No fault to you, or Cephi. She just does. Her extravagant hair mixed with her outfit makes her look like she's got an interesting future at a brothel somewhere. There was nothing mean intended by this opinion, in fact I am rather upset about it since the artwork in the magazine didn't look as bad. Dunno what the duece is up with that, so I blame the PS3.
Well, the PS3 ports did sell in its first week about as much as the original games did in their lifetimes so honestly at this point they'd be crazy to make it for anything else.
Still can't stand the PS3 my friend. Or Sony for that matter. Sony got horribly lucky and is out of their god-forsaken minds. Especially with their marketing schemes that look like PB is running them with Marcus PSP and that-white-guy-in-a-suit that both act like they've been taking lessons on being Ego-Masters.
No offense.
Sony consoles have been, and always will be, the JRPG system :3
No. SNES was actually and always will be the JRPG system. That is where JRPGs really kicked off and where all the most "memorable" ones are, save maybe the lulz that is FFVII came from. When Sony got "lucky" during Nintendo's screw up, Sony got a chance to take over. This allowed Sony to play God for a few years. This is all coming to a much needed end however. But I'm not here to discuss console politics. I'm here to discuss why I don't like this game currently. Maybe it'll change my opinion though.
Maybe not.
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Especially with their marketing schemes that look like PB is running them with Marcus PSP and that-white-guy-in-a-suit that both act like they've been taking lessons on being Ego-Masters.
Don't [tornado fang]ing remind me -___-
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Don't [tornado fang]ing remind me -___-
For every time Sony is praised, I won't cease to remind you what they are and what they've become. I'm sorry. Someone has to at least speak out about this. Sure, I can't nip this in the bud, it is already over and done with... but I can at least spread knowledge of the pure evil that it causes.
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No. SNES was actually and always will be the JRPG system
Nope! No sony consoles at the time so my statement is still truth :3
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Nope! No sony consoles at the time so my statement is still truth :3
What? That doesn't even make sense. SNES has the most memorable time of JRPGs, started the boom of JRPGs and set the GROUND for the fandom. Today most JRPGs don't even hold a candle to the days of old and I'm not even an "oldfag" when it comes down to it. I LIKED a lot of PSX RPGs. My FAVORITE RPGs personally were Sony born, but from a LOGICAL standpoint, I acknowledge that JRPGs were NOT born on the PSX and did not reach their apex on the PSX and rather the SNES and THUSLY your statement holds little to no merit at all, outside of childish notion.
I'm... I'm not even gonna bother to use an analogy for this discussion. >_> What the hell.
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W-What does that have anything to do with it? o.o;
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W-What does that have anything to do with it? o.o;
What? How does that NOT have anything to do with it? How is that not the whole point? You stated that Sony has been and always will be the JRPG console. But this is a farce. It is more accurate to say it is the "we sell out to all genres" console.
The other consoles specialize more than Sony's does. In fact, it took forever for Sony to start pumping JRPGs with their PS3 to be honest, just now starting to step up the game on the matter... but...
But... what the hell am I doing. We're obviously on two different wave lengths. Why are you guys letting me do this with her? >_> Someone get me my robe. I'm leaving!
*Claps hands and summons his servants. They quickly robe their master, who then aptly leaves the scene with Mr. P. Pretentious and Lady Nicole in tow*
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Yes, my stupidity does usually cause people to leave ^^
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Yes, my stupidity does usually cause people to leave ^^
I do want to say in your defense that I don't think you're stupid, I just think we have two different ways of thinking and thus, I shouldn't get "serious business" when it comes to discussions like this, with you. So, no offense, that is all. As the old saying goes, to each their own and all that.
Also, I'm mad as a hatter, saying stuff in your defense when I'm supposed to be the opposition. Hahahahaha!
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Yes, my stupidity does usually cause people to leave ^^
Not stupidity, just a misunderstand. Have some better self-esteem about yourself Cephi! You're smart!
And I like to apologize to you Behind the Fence, didn't mean to put words into your mouth. Need to review my English again, and I do agree with the game model not looking as interesting as the artwork itself which weirds me out for some reason.
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No problem, Chris. I dunno why... but there is something off about the models this go around. I'm hoping it is just a condition or a early production thing. Maybe I'm apeshit. That happens.
This is still the earliest form of the game that we're seeing, so they might still have to touch up the models a tad and they did change stuff in Graces before it was released (Asbel's brother had a color swap before he was finished) so who knows. I do hope they do something to the heroine. I haven't disliked a heroine this much since Colette.
Matter of fact... Colette is the only Heroine I didn't like. And I at least respected her. Kinda hard not to respect Colette, all things considered.
But... positives. Hmm. Her abilities seem cool. She really compliments the main character, who alone seems rather boring. So who knows, maybe they have some kinda secret remedy for this medley of stuff I just don't get. I'm willing to admit I don't understand everything that goes into the mix.
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The new girl. I like her. ^^ And that's all that matters.
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The new girl. I like her. ^^ And that's all that matters.
I knew you would too! (http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u25/Dr_Wily_II/Sprites/CephiKobun.png) <3 <3
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Her hair is a [sonic slicer] to draw though, believe me I tried.
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Her hair is a [sonic slicer] to draw though, believe me I tried.
See what I mean... there is something wrong with her. Her hair doesn't look AS BAD out of the game, mind you. But it is horrid in the game model. Coupled with her clothing, it throws the whole thing for a whorish loop.
I really want to see the other cast. I hope they have someone that matches the cuteness of Anise... I miss Anise... Anise was so adorable~ I miss playing TotA now.
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Insert obligatory [tornado fang] Namco of America because this won't be released here... here.
http://www.gamespot.com/news/6285442.html
Whatever. Let them keep shooting themselves in the foot.
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^You're kidding right? That's it, I'm going to import the PS3 versions of Tales of Vesperia and Graces F now (I enjoyed the Graces F demo, why can't it be released overseas) because now it looks like they will never see the light of day in the US or other overseas countries unless Namco shapes up its act.
They could take a lesson from Atlus as their a gaming company that localizes overseas and their games sell well! They send out a limited number of their games to see how much people will want it, without having to put too much money out there to sell their games, and have great ways to promote their games.
Hell Namco should promote their games on Youtube, as millions of people go online to view videos there.
But that's a bit too much wishfully thinking... but I think it will happen in about 5 or so years later.
Posted on: December 16, 2010, 01:05:54 PM
Confirmed New Characters for RM3
Emil
Tytree
Shirley
A pair of glasses (Richter?)
Saleh
Van
http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/1460/rm3jumpfes.jpg
Emil cut-in:
http://img692.imageshack.us/img692/9967/emilcut.jpg
Shirley skit:
http://img88.imageshack.us/img88/2821/shirlyskit.jpg
Glasses are Marta's (Richter's):
http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/4777/marter.jpg
Saleh:
http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/9564/villaini.jpg
Cut-in pic from the CM (you see any new chars?):
http://ichigo-up.com/cgi/up/qqq/nm28799.jpg
Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 3 Commercial
[youtube]sWeapkxUgwc[/youtube]
Posted on: December 18, 2010, 04:32:20 PM
Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 3 PV4/Final PV
[youtube]2PQqJqnID2E&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
Is that Crystal Girl... a Winter Kanonno? Is is also apparently the final Tales of the World RM game of the series.
Looking forward to its release.
Video Intro Dialogue?
From: MJYuan from Tales of forums
Crystal Girl: Why do you want to protect such people? Isn't it (the war?) just ended!? Why do you always... I'm sure you'll always fight and taking things from each other until everything is destroyed! That's why... I'll change Luminacia! Come, Descender, you'll be mine!
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Cleared Main and F arc of Tales of Graces f now
F arc was short but nice add on to finish the story ;__;
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Some more info about RM3 coming in February.
Shing Video:
[youtube]ySqYg4b0RZU&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
Spada Video:
[youtube]8el4-8ICZJM&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
Tytree Video:
[youtube]D-Ykgp6VWxs&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
Stahn Video:
[youtube]Pah5KSmSo-U&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
Arena Video, with your host Mormo:
http://rm3.namco-ch.net/system/?catg=system&num=arena
Confirm Enemy Characters:
(http://www.talesunion.com/newsimages/shawn/enemies-featured-in-new-radiant-mythology-3-scan.jpg)
Main Antagonist of RM3
Razalis
Cameo Tales Characters
Saleh (Rebirth)
Mithos Yggdrasill (Symphonia)
Source: Enemies Featured In Radiant Mythology 3 (http://www.talesunion.com/news/enemies-featured-in-new-radiant-mythology-3-scan--1488.html)
Also, apparently, Namco US is taking comments or suggestions about them and talk to them about anything... including Tales games!
http://scrawlfx.com/2011/01/namcos-listening-tell-them-you-want-tales
Their facebook
http://www.facebook.com/namco/posts/154709877913903
Who knows, if people comment a lot about bringing over the Tales games... and *cough*.hack//LINK*cough*... then I'm a happy camper!
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I really need to stop getting hopeful when I see a new post in this. I should know better by now.
The facebook thing's been done before with nothing coming from it. They teased in the fall that they had Tales of announcements in the U.S. coming, but nothing came of it.
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They mentioned something like that? Sheesh... I hate feeling hopefully when a series like this doesn't get released everywhere to enjoy! A video game is meant for fun and enjoyment for gamers to play and experience dammit! Video Games were meant to be play everywhere! :'(
That's why I'm importing this game... and I think I'll import Tales of Rebirth the PSP version, it was ported to the PSP right, since people are saying it's one of the best Tales Of games out there and I like to learn more about the characters.
Why can't this series... and .hack//LINK... be released in the US? This is cruelty to the max.
Posted on: January 12, 2011, 22:04:14
Richter confirmed and Van Grants confirmed as a PLAYABLE CHARACTER.
http://img820.imageshack.us/i/f20110120rm31.jpg/
And the main antagonist's romanization name is Lazaris.
Will that's interesting.
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http://ataleoftworichards.com/
Well, well... if my eyes do not deceive me...
(http://dualshockers.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/talesofgracesf_logo.jpg)
Look what may be coming to America. My clue is the "f" and how the green parts of that blurred image look curiously the same.
Of course, if I'm wrong, please disregard.
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If true it better be both versions.
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That could be the two Richards part. Two versions of the game: one on PS3, the other on Wii (with the PS3 content added possibly.)
I can drop my Vesperia PS3 vendetta if this is true, simply because I get the chance to beat things up with Pascal. 8D
EDIT: Oh yeah. This is definitely happening.
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a340/genehf/1295937898242.png)
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It would be nice if if did come here, I could use a Tales fix (one I can understand without extensive work).
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Well. I'd like to say I'm happy... but a part of me isn't.
It all stretches back to PS3 of course. Can't afford that bullshit. So, I'll just wait I guess. Maybe hack my Wii and get the fan translation.
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OH MY GOOOOD!
Please let it be true. : D
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Hmm, this might be time for me to reconsider PS3.
This is not fake right?
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The glyph puzzle was posted up on Namco Bandai's facebook with the promise of hints to the glyphs being revealed on Namco's twitter for every 3,000 new followers.
I guess they didn't expect fans to crack it on their own so fast. The domain was registered on Jan. 15, so this isn't something that was spur the moment.
I'm willing to say it's 80% likely. By the way... invert the colors on that last logo and you get:
(http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/3600/tales.png)
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There's really nothing left to speculate. *shrugs*
It's obviously Graces... but it is obviously being released for the PS3.
And I am obviously just further spurned and irritated.
I wonder if I can get a really, really cheap PS3, so I'm never actually supporting Sony.
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There's bound to be some second hand ones somewhere.
I'm just glad we're getting it at all, what with Bamco slowly killing off it's western division.
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it'll be just an announcment for Tales of Graces f Directors Cut jpn only
for the lols and the rage on their facebookpage cause they are trolls
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An extra scenario that is pretty much Code Geass will be included. 8D
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I'm just glad we're getting it at all, what with Bamco slowly killing off it's western division.
Add the fact that who's been supplien' the work: More than two names: The Tales games, The Pac-Man franchise in general, It's Digimon Games (for those that want their digi-fix).. what else.. oh, TEKKEN! God, just making Bamco another JP-exclusive game company just irritates me a bit.
At least I'll have another Tales game besides that GBA remake of the first one (With Radiant Dawn to boot), to make up for missin' out on the only few other tales games that came to the US. >.>
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(http://ataleoftworichards.com/images/blueberry.png)
They changed the image to this.
I see Pacman ghosts...ok, now they're just trolling us.
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I love you Namco :3
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(http://playstationlifestyle.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/tales-of-vesperia-logo.jpg)
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Nah, I kid.
Yeah, invert the colors on that and you'll see Pacman motifs everywhere.
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I'll wait and see if they official announce it... and if they do I'm buying it! Tales of Vesperia PS3 and Tales of Graces (Wii and PS3 version) just to show Namoc how much I want and love these games!
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http://ataleoftworichards.com/
Now it's the Tekken logo :3
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Not that I can see the "OF" in a clear-as-day view, along with a slightly distorted "V" shape. :P
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This week's gameplay of TOW: RM3
[youtube]UCXeEIM2nmE[/youtube]
[youtube]0iorhbXIjow[/youtube]
[youtube]JkE97Hnece0[/youtube]
[youtube]fMbU3arVj8M[/youtube]
Still no word who the last two characters are to appear in this game though.
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http://ataleoftworichards.com/
HAVE A NICE WEEKEND
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AIEEE!!
What the... that's an interesting teaser there.
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Galaga and/or Galaxian bit aside, I can see the word "Tales" slowly forming into it's origional shape. And Bamco tips us with their style of the trademark "GOOD DAY, SIR!".
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Whoa, a Tales of thread? Why I no notice?
So yeah, can't say I can really form an opinion on the new Tales game's art style, however, TOW: RM3 looks pretty cool.
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now they are just trolling us with the teaser xD
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x3 Well apparently whatever it is will be some Namco compilation thing, maybe plus Capcom (come on Namco x Capcom 2~)
Either way, guess we'll find out wednesday
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Namco's been running around on iOS trying to get people to play a new Pacman game before it comes out in arcades. It may be that.
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Namco can go die in a fire.
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As shameful as it may sound from a Symphonia fanboy such as myself, Namco HAS been giving us Westerners the middle finger lately. So yeah, I'm with Chronosheep.
Also, I expected a Pac-Man reference in Symphonia, but I didn't expect it to be so BLATANT.
And that Darkness temple just kicked Spirit Tracks off my top 3 hardest dungeons.
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(http://gene.sonicretro.org/random/peach.png)
>Tales of Vesperia logo
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8D 8D 8D 8D
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Sample of Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 3 opening
[youtube]TjqHyYy-rZA[/youtube]
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(http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs259.snc6/180773_1284825217816_1745725195_531132_4799012_n.jpg)
Mine
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*sigh*
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btw a taleoftworichards.com now unveiled its indeed ToGf that gets localized
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Funny they don't mention any platform, if there's no Wii version I'm not interested =/
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Wii was Tales of Graces
PS3 was Tales of Graces F
so it's PS3
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They'll probably be doing daily announcements or something. ToGf was the first one to be hinted, so we'll see where they go from here.
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I'll just note this event happened to day with almost no media exposure and that we've still heard nothing about a new Pacman 3D title, that Tekken game and Vesperia.
Not going to press my luck that something happens tomorrow, though.
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and that we've still heard nothing about a new Pacman 3D title
Actually we have, no idea about the others though.
Wii was Tales of Graces
PS3 was Tales of Graces F
so it's PS3
I am aware, all I'm asking is to be able to play it though. Hell, I don't care if I don't get the extra content, I just want to play it without needing to buy a new console. Besides, is it too much to ask for an originally Wii exclusive game to actually be localized for it? =/
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I'll just note this event happened to day with almost no media exposure and that we've still heard nothing about a new Pacman 3D title, that Tekken game and Vesperia.
I'm guessing they jus threw those images in to "troll" everyone.
I am aware, all I'm asking is to be able to play it though. Hell, I don't care if I don't get the extra content, I just want to play it without needing to buy a new console. Besides, is it too much to ask for an originally Wii exclusive game to actually be localized for it? =/
From what I remember the wii version had lots of glitches/game breaking bits/parts that didn't actually work. Maybe they are too lazy to fix them? o.o
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^Actually they re-released the Wii version of Tales of Graces with the bugs fixed so it they brought over the Wii version as well it would be the fixed version as there's no point of releasing a bugged version of the game first when it has them corrected already.
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actually even the bugfixed version has some bugs
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^Actually they re-released the Wii version of Tales of Graces with the bugs fixed so it they brought over the Wii version as well it would be the fixed version as there's no point of releasing a bugged version of the game first when it has them corrected already.
*shrug* I dunno, it's jus what I heard o.o I didn't get the wii version because of them though, and I was hoping it was another beta anyway
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I just want to play it without needing to buy a new console. Besides, is it too much to ask for an originally Wii exclusive game to actually be localized for it? =/
Exactly my point. Not everyone has money to waste on Sony's Piece of [parasitic bomb]-Station $300+ after all. With economic issues (lolol it comes up everywhere), bills, everyday expenses, more important things and so on... people have to make logical choices.
Sony's overpriced brick is not a logical choice. As such... Tales of Graces F would fit JUST fine on the Wii. It doesn't use retarded amounts of graphics or have a story that spans three discs... It's a good RPG, with the beautiful presentation that predates the bullshit HD crap we have today.
It isn't necessary. It is about as necessary as putting DISGAEA 3 on the bloody PS3. Seriously. WTF.
Ugh. I can't believe I logged in here again just to make this post.
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Exactly my point. Not everyone has money to waste on Sony's Piece of [parasitic bomb]-Station $300+ after all. With economic issues (lolol it comes up everywhere), bills, everyday expenses, more important things and so on... people have to make logical choices.
Sony's overpriced brick is not a logical choice. As such... Tales of Graces F would fit JUST fine on the Wii. It doesn't use retarded amounts of graphics or have a story that spans three discs... It's a good RPG, with the beautiful presentation that predates the bullshit HD crap we have today.
It isn't necessary. It is about as necessary as putting DISGAEA 3 on the bloody PS3. Seriously. WTF.
Ugh. I can't believe I logged in here again just to make this post.
Believe it, because this might be the best post I've seen all day.
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It is about as necessary as putting DISGAEA 3 on the bloody PS3. Seriously. WTF.
And the no-brainer 4th title. They should have done it on the PSP. Makes way more sense that the previous entries (under diffrent titles) have been ported, and I've seen a decent price drop. Then again, the PSP ain't that popular in the states as it is in japan.
In Tales of Graces, I find this a bit of a problem since Bamco's being a bit undecisive lately. Plus taking the PS3 and the Tales series' popularity into account.
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You're all jumping the gun a bit here.
The PS3 version is the only strongly implied console at the moment because the game's already established there. I would be terribly unsurprised to see the Xbox 360 get it too.
The Wii, however, remains the anomaly. While it's true both versions of the game on there are bug riddled messes (one less so than the other), one thing to note is that Graces F is still under 9GBs in size. If I'm not mistaken, a dual-layered DVD holds just about that much. I wouldn't discount a Wii release yet, but I also wouldn't get my hopes up.
360 owners, however, have a much better chance.
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*makes a note that it's Namcos fault for not releasing it on a system everyone owns*
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You're all jumping the gun a bit here.
The PS3 version is the only strongly implied console at the moment because the game's already established there. I would be terribly unsurprised to see the Xbox 360 get it too.
The Wii, however, remains the anomaly. While it's true both versions of the game on there are bug riddled messes (one less so than the other), one thing to note is that Graces F is still under 9GBs in size. If I'm not mistaken, a dual-layered DVD holds just about that much. I wouldn't discount a Wii release yet, but I also wouldn't get my hopes up.
360 owners, however, have a much better chance.
I realize I'm "getting ahead of yerself, Ghaleon" BUUUUUT... Check the track record on this [parasitic bomb]. All secondary releases of ANY major Tales games have been Sony systems only. Destiny, Symphonia, Vesperia and now Graces... to name the majority. I might be missing one. Point is... this is Namco's MO.
People are predictable, gaming companies are even MORE predictable. GENERALLY no one suddenly does a 360 (lol) and goes beyond their general expectancy... which is part of the problem in life. And in gaming. Oh what? Vesperia on the 360? Inorite... and then the remake was on PS3.
Point is... I'm not holding my breath. If they surprise me and give me my much awaited birthday present of Graces... I'll take back what I said, shut my [tornado fang]ing mouth and take any bullshit they have to say (or anyone else for that matter in regards to jumping the gun) kindly. I'm not beyond admitting wrongness... when I'm wrong.
Sadly this time, I don't think I am. I'm usually right, for better or worse.
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I realize I'm "getting ahead of yerself, Ghaleon" BUUUUUT... Check the track record on this [parasitic bomb]. All secondary releases of ANY major Tales games have been Sony systems only. Destiny, Symphonia, Vesperia and now Graces... to name the majority. I might be missing one. Point is... this is Namco's MO.
I hate it as much as you do, but don't you think that maybe, just maybe, that has something to do with the fact that all of the Tales of games that are on Sony systems have been outselling their Nintendo/MS version by quite a bit? Hell, Graces F outsold Graces' lifetime sales in one week, as much as I hate it I have to admit that they're on Sony consoles for a reason.
Of course, that doesn't mean I don't want to get the games too, I'm just being objective.
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I have no clue why, I really don't.
For some asnine reason, everyone buys what Sony craps out. At least back in the day of PSX and PS2, their systems actually had the majority of decent games... but the PS3 really doesn't appeal to me. The handful of games does not justify the ridiculous price range.
But so many people have parents that will shell out the ridiculous price tag... or worse, idiots that waste money they shouldn't on it.
Or they're middle-upper class. I dunno... regardless of the sales... I'll never let it justify it for me, as a consumer. As a company, they are probably making the best deal. You gotta cater to the majority sell, after all.
And the majority in this world is idiocy.
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All secondary releases of ANY major Tales games have been Sony systems only. Destiny, Symphonia, Vesperia and now Graces... to name the majority. I might be missing one. Point is... this is Namco's MO.
EVEN THEN, Tales games stateside are just as hard to aquire for the PSX, PS2, and now, the PS3. Add that fact that I did not knew the series existed until Tales of Symphonia's GCN debut. Bloody rating system.
I'm not the one to be butthurt here, but I'm okay with my two tales games.. although one's UMD protective casing is beginning to fall apart.. I think it was from the time I accidentally dropped it a couple of times, along with few other games. Damn.
I've had a hard time finding the US release of the Tales games I've been searching for already in game shoppes. Why does it need to be on a console with barely anything worthwhile? Eh.
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I've seen a few copies of Abyss hovering around in the used PS2 sections around here. It's a pretty good game to advance to from Symphonia, but not so hot from newer games.
At the same time, Bound-by-blood-Phantasia and Destiny fans really do not care for it.
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I've seen a few copies of Abyss hovering around in the used PS2 sections around here. It's a pretty good game to advance to from Symphonia, but not so hot from newer games.
At the same time, Bound-by-blood-Phantasia and Destiny fans really do not care for it.
Which I don't understand. I greatly enjoyed Abyss, and I could probably replay it any time. I can't say the same for Symphonia (or Destiny for that matter... I know I know, heresy, whatever). Phantasia and Eternia I can go back to as well, actually.
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I enjoyed Abyss. I still love it greatly.
Not the point though. The point is that Namco needs to stop being a [sonic slicer]. Everyone with at LEAST half a brain knows Sony is full of it and that the price is ridiculous. The problem is that the MAJORITY of people have less than half a brain.
That's the point.
As for the interesting "heresy" that Fox pulled up... I can play any of the Tales games over again. I like them all individually as their own game. They all have strong points and low points and some are better than others in certain areas.
But Graces was THE game... and I'm missing out because I don't have extra income to spend needlessly and throw away countless dollars? Because my capitalist country is full of [parasitic bomb]? That seems pretty lame to me. 8|
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Speaking of Abyss, who wants to bet that Abyss 3DS won't be localized?
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well with the things now it might even get a chance of localization. though i'm not to optimistic.
Seeing as the 3DS is regionlocked i actually hope it'll be cracked open soon so i too can enjoy regionfreeness
or else i got to import the 3DS from japan ....
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I've seen a few copies of Abyss hovering around in the used PS2 sections around here. It's a pretty good game to advance to from Symphonia, but not so hot from newer games.
At the same time, Bound-by-blood-Phantasia and Destiny fans really do not care for it.
But for people like me who could never get past half-way (upon entering a new town in Phantasia, and reaching the rendezvous point with Stahn Aileron). Yeah.
Speaking of Abyss, who wants to bet that Abyss 3DS won't be localized?
Probably not until it's remake, so yeah. ::)
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Probably not until it's remake, so yeah. ::)
what
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It happens. Every few or so games, the origional game gets a tune-up (and a possible US release, but I doubt it). It's 'bound to happen. Just look at, well, Phantasia.
It had it's first "port" on the PSX (Character Design Updates, graphical improvements, etc), following it's GBA (and possibly it's JP VC) re-release(es).
Tales of Graces F here is another example. There have been some bugs in the origional titles, but with F's re-release, most bugs mentioned by people might've been corrected by the day the game's released, so yeah.
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So yeah, I finally finished Symphonia.
I heard that Mithos' second form was a joke, but Mithos' second form is just a JOKE.
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He would have done well to have telegraphed some moves from Dhaos. Dhaos was a tough customer if you didn't stun lock him with Suzu's flaming shurikens or Chester's arrows.
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RM3 is already out it seems. Spoiler ensues.
Anyhow I'm here to drop this scan.
(http://oi51.tinypic.com/24yp7k7.jpg)
Yay for our new token loli overlord. Her name is Leia Roland
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Tales of Xillia? Sounds like a new title to me.. waait a minute! is it me or does it look like they changed artists?
..So it's the 15th anniversary of Tales, I am pleased to see what they are gonna do for this.
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It's been announced for about a month actually.
and the artists are both Fujishima and Inomata.
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Huh, either news has been slow for me or I have been too busy to notice.. Oh well. I'm still intrested about this game myself..
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Actually I think it was announced longer ago than that, but jus under "New PS3 Tales" with a random landscape scene. A friend kept insisting it would be ToDIII
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Oh yeah I forgot all about this.
This was the Tales with the neat city in the trailer, right?
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Oh yeah, I forgot about the city concept teaser.
If you count that, it was announced since Tales of Graces wii era I believe.
Might as well put Tales of Xillia official website here.
http://tox.namco-ch.net/
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Is it just me, or is the Tales series getting more loli-fied over time?
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It was always kind of lolified, so not really no.
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Phantasia: Arche, Suzu
Eternia: Chat, Meredy
Symphonia: Presea
Abyss: Anise
Innocence: Hermana
Hearts: Beryl
Vesperia: Patty
Xillia: Leia
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Finally guys finally ;_;
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8RdPaAkE7E[/youtube]
So beautiful.
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That's debatable.
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debatable?
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I'm not sure. They're just don't have that kind of "Tales" look. They don't look like they'd fit in a Tales game.
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I'm not sure. They're just don't have that kind of "Tales" look. They don't look like they'd fit in a Tales game.
What the deuce are you talking about? Seriously though, I'm not sure what you're responding to here.
If it's the loli thing, did you not see the list STM put up, showing that there were lolis starting from the first game of the series?
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I'm totally confused myself.
So did you watch the video or not ZeroCracked?
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This may be one of my generic stupid posts that'll get me hated further, but I just don't like the character designs.
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You know, we haven't gotten that deep in Xillia's lore yet and yet you.. gonna stop there man, gotta stop there..
It's like the green eyes thing with a certain blue hedgehog. Times have changed ya know?
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I'm just stating my opinion for now. It's one of those things that 'ya gotta get used to. Like said spiky hedgehog's new voice. Just give it time. It'll probably grow on me at some point, but for now, can't say it appeals to me.
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[youtube]a3LvWlxxfQs[/youtube]
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Mormo doesn't look all that challenging, considering the area's wide space and his very diminutive size, and his movepool.
Then again, he was practically useless in battle in the first Radiant Mythology anyway (considering how all he did was be your mouth to boot).. How many useless Tales characters battle wise were there again? In Phantasia, I always had the healer and mage (Mint and Klarth) sit and the back and cast magic, while the fighter (Cless) and bowman (Chester) are in front row. In cases where Arche is required, I'd have her lay back with the other spellcasters.
This may not be the case for the rest of the Tales games probably after Destiny.. Idunno.
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Natalia from Abyss gets a lot of [parasitic bomb]. I don't usually see her used in team setups, but everyone else has a pretty even distribution, though most people will stick to Luke/Asch or Guy.
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Natalia from Abyss gets a lot of [parasitic bomb]. I don't usually see her used in team setups, but everyone else has a pretty even distribution, though most people will stick to Luke/Asch or Guy.
I find Natalia to be quite helpful, to tell the truth. Her healing artes and ability to keep a nice distance away from the enemies has come in handy at times.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vyiqi3VT8M
[spoiler] : 3 [/spoiler]
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http://img691.imageshack.us/img691/8231/f20110217tox.jpg
New loli in color.
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she's not that much of a loli though
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yay pretty hairband ^^
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she's not that much of a loli though
Hmm, maybe DFC is more the correct term.
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Eh, she looks pretty loli in my eyes.
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I don't practically care how loli or DFC this character is; I pretty much like most Tales characters from their respective "skits".
With that being said.. yeah.. Let's just put it that each their own.
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Agreed.
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*dusts thread*
More new character.
http://gallery.abyssalchronicles.com/displayimage.php?album=504&pos=44
http://gallery.abyssalchronicles.com/displayimage.php?album=504&pos=45
The first real old man of Tales, he got some wacky casting pose too.
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Well then, NOW I take back what I said about Xillia's artwork. I like it. Grew on me.
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This one, so, better come out in the US! I want to get it!
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I highly doubt it. Graces F is coming to the US. So they'll be screwing us over for anywhere from 2-6 years.
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Hmm... Well I've imported the japanese only Tales of the World RM2 & 3, so I guess I'll import the Japanese version if I have to, but I'll wait to see if they'll release it in the US.
Namco is saying they have "Big Plans" for the Tales Of series right now, but I'm not being too hopeful. I've been hearing rumors that they plan to release Tales of Innocence in the US.
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'Bout fricking time they released a DS Tales game over stateside.
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Tales of Xillia just got a new battle system upgrade
SlowMo by pressing R3
Slows down the time during battle for enemies and allies
Seems the battle system is otherwise really fast paced
so its probably needed to dodge and input commands
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I'd like to go Matrix in a Tales game.
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Well, Nintendo Power confirmed what some people were hoping for.
Tales of the Abyss 3DS will be available in North America this fall. (http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/27/tales-of-the-abyss-3ds-coming-to-north-america-this-fall/) Based on what we've seen from the Japanese, this version's extras are really just the extras from North America (second level mystic artes, etc) so I wouldn't expect anything too new and exciting.
Though... I wouldn't mind if Asch was allowed more playtime or if Ion and Van played bigger roles. Also Dist getting his D-Buster Mystic Arte.
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Well, Nintendo Power confirmed what some people were hoping for.
Tales of the Abyss 3DS will be available in North America this fall. (http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/27/tales-of-the-abyss-3ds-coming-to-north-america-this-fall/) Based on what we've seen from the Japanese, this version's extras are really just the extras from North America (second level mystic artes, etc) so I wouldn't expect anything too new and exciting.
Though... I wouldn't mind if Asch was allowed more playtime or if Ion and Van played bigger roles. Also Dist getting his D-Buster Mystic Arte.
:) :D 8) *o* >w< 8D 8B
[tornado fang]ing Ecstatic.
Now I just need to get a 3DS.
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Here's something else to might piped your interest.
Tales of Innocence may be coming to the 3DS (http://www.giantbomb.com/nintendo-3ds/60-117/tales-of-innocence-may-be-coming-to-3ds/35-490120/), so it would seem that rumor about a certain Tales Of DS game might be coming over to the US and/or Europe in a rather unexpected way.
And here's more sites cementing that rumor... erm I mean... idea:
http://www.dshandheld.com/2011/04/namco-bandai-re-trademarks-tales-of-innocence-in-u-s/
http://www.siliconera.com/2011/04/07/oh-maybe-namco-bandai-will-localize-tales-of-innocence/
I've never played that game, either the fan translated one so I don't hack my DS (besides using an Action Replay) and would love to get it! The Tales Of series has such a unique RPG gameplay that I like and want to be brought over so I can play it and understand the story (that's why RPG is one top favorite genre and am quite sad there isn't a lot of them in the US right now for the Wii, PS3, and 360).
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Innocence is a good start, but I always heard people harp on about Hearts more.
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Hearts has the superior battle system and music
Innocence lacks a bit in both aspects
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Hearts is way better, to be sure.
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Well, with luck, we may see Hearts if Abyss and this supposed Innocence 3DS do well.
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Couldn't they have chosen the one that doesn't have a fan translation already AND is superior? =/
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Referring to Hearts or Innocence, because if there's a fan translation of either one, I'd like to be aware of it.
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Referring to Hearts or Innocence, because if there's a fan translation of either one, I'd like to be aware of it.
There is a full translation of Innocence
and a Demo translation of Hearts
but i think the translation project for hearts got abandoned
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To google then.
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So it really is Tales of Star Ocean 2
Speaking at a Tales producer talk event, Hideo Baba said players pick their starting protagonist. You can select Jude, the teenage medical school student who is on a secret mission, or Milla, the spirit magic user who is determined to protect the world.
The opening of Tales of Xillia changes depending on which character you select. Baba assured that this decision will not have any great change for the overall story, but this allows players to beginning from the perspective of both lead characters. Which one would Baba start with? Milla, he answered, but he said there is no special meaning to this decision.
Where did "Xillia" come from? Baba says it’s derived from million and billion, in English. He wanted to have a huge number and started with "Xillion" which eventually was changed to Xillia. The significance is within a persons life there are many events and encounters with people.
Tales of Xillia is scheduled for release this year on PlayStation 3.
http://www.siliconera.com/2011/05/06/depending-on-which-character-you-pick-tales-of-xillia-opens-in-two-different-ways/
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Well, Graces F confirmed for PS3 (no Wii version, [tornado fang]) next year during Namco's conference in Dubai. That and saying that Abyss is coming this year was pretty much all they said. Wow they care little for the franchise >__>
Oh well, at least apparently we got SOUL CALIBUR 5 while I typed that >.>
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^And apparently the Extra/Bonus Characters may be returning, except for Shura, judging by what was written in one of those articles about SC5. It's a shame really, though I didn't play as her as I'm not a Cerv user I really liked the twin sword concept and really hoped for a real and true dual-wielding sword user (Algol doesn't really count). Hope these some new characters and maybe we'll get more CaS equipment from the modern day era, kinda like those business suits, like a hoodie or jeans (I wouldn't mind something like that, just for fun).
Anyway Tales of Xillia is rumored... or maybe semi-confirmed... to be releasing in August and honestly I'm quite excited even though it hasn't been announced for a US release (yet, I'm being optimistic here and I believe it will come out in the US and I'm buying both TotA 3DS and ToGf when they come out).
I don't mind if Tales of Graces f doesn't come out for the Wii, even though I wouldn't mind another Tales Of game for the Wii, and the reason being is for the HD graphics Graces f uses that the Wii is unable to utilize.
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(http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/581/img083d.jpg)
just wanted to share this
http://imageshack.us/f/225/img083d.jpg/
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I wish we'd get Vesperia PS3
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[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oSwwKWtrwI&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
(http://storage.siliconera.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/tales_of_xillia_costumes_thumb.jpg)
Namco Bandai’s Tales of Festival event brings more news of Tales of Xillia. 4Gamer, amongst other Japanese press, attended the event, and report that a release date for the game has been decided upon; Xillia is planned for a September 8th, 2011 release in Japan. The game will be priced at 8,379 yen ($103).
(http://storage.siliconera.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/tales_of_xillia_ps3_bundle_thumb.jpg)
Sony and Namco will also be offering a special PlayStation 3 bundle for Tales of Xillia. This will cost 37,980 yen ($470). Pre-orders will go up on May 30th, and since the Xillia PS3s will only be produced in limited quantities, prospective buyers are advised to pre-order.
(http://storage.siliconera.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/ps3_theme_xillia_thumb.jpg)
Reserving the game will also net buyers bonus costumes, mascot charms and custom PlayStation 3 themes. Jude gets a Cless (Tales of Phantasia) costume and Milla gets Stan (Tales of Destiny), both pictured at the top of this post. Additionally, Star Driver costumes will also be made available for Xillia.
Meanwhile, Famitsu are offering one of their usual DX bundles for Tales of Xillia, too. It’ll come with a replica Tipo doll, B2 posters, and clear folders.
Read more stories about PlayStation 3 & Tales of Xillia on Siliconera.
Credits:Siliconera (http://www.siliconera.com/2011/05/28/tales-of-xillia-will-reach-out-this-september-with-a-special-playstation-3-bundle/)
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[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_a0bCpnoU4[/youtube]
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[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzXCfwE6TMY&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
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Saw the videos... I want this game SO badly now. Also have a look at some of the Millia opening animation scenes from the game.
Tales of Xillia animation opening pictures:
http://www.andriasang.com/e/blog/2011/05/30/tales_of_xillia_animation/
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I don't want to be "that" guy (again) but... the series used to have better character designs.
(http://img600.imageshack.us/img600/3905/talesofphantasia1024x76.jpg)
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http://www.siliconera.com/2013/07/06/tales-of-xillia-2-is-coming-to-the-west-in-2014/
http://www.abyssalchronicles.com/?fn_mode=comments&fn_id=1112
Sheesh... the Tales of Xillia isn't out yet and they already announce the sequel, Tales of Xillia 2, to be localized and brought over!
We're getting 3 Tales Of games for the PS3 this year for the West, impressive! Now if they localize a certain game I want it's going to be great this year!
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We're getting 3 Tales Of games for the PS3 this year for the West, impressive! Now if they localize a certain game I want it's going to be great this year!
No, just one.
Xillia is the only one set for 2013. Both Symphonia Chronicles and Xillia 2 are 2014.
Though the pre-orders for Xillia must've been really high for Xillia 2 to already get the greenlight. Though it'll be sort of a downer that none of the silly Star Driver, Code Geass or Madoka costumes will make it over (Again). I'm still a bit sore regarding the Graces f deal since its not like the costumes they didn't release were because of rights issues (Though I think Toro and Miku were because of that, the IdolMaster, .hack and Geass costumes were fine though and Namco was just stingy.)
Posted on: July 06, 2013, 02:52:06 PM
Collector's Edition announced for Symphonia Chronicles, Limited to 15,000 copies at $100 (http://gematsu.com/2013/10/tales-of-symphonia-chronicles-collectors-edition-announced)
(http://gematsu.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/TOSC-CE-Announce.jpg)
Might be cool.
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Ehh... Considering the game itself is a "maybe" for me, I doubt I'll be picking that one up. Nice for the people who want it though.
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So the newest tales game was finally announced.
Namco Bandai has announced Tales of Zestiria for PlayStation 3.
The game is the 20th anniversary title in the Tales series.
The “Zest” in the title represents passion and enthusiasm, according to series producer Hideo Baba. A dragon is used in the logo as a symbol of the game’s story.
Since it’s a spoiler whether the dragon will bring destruction or become an ally, those details weren’t revealed. But it’s important enough to be in the logo.
The title features character design by Mutsumi Inomata, Kosuke Fujishima, Daigo Okumura, and Minoru Iwamoto. Animation is being handled by Ufotable.
Two characters have been revealed.
Slay (voiced by Ryouhei Kimura) – Designed by Koskuke Fujishima. Quotes: “I want to explore the ruins all throughout the world.” “Of course it’s the mural of the monk hoisting the holy sword.”
Alicia (voiced by Ai Kayano) – Designed by Daigo Okumura. Quotes: “I want to try, to see my home town rid of uncleanliness.” “You’re… not going to ask my name?”
The game is set in the continent of Glynnwood, where two powerful nations, the Highland Kingdom and Laurence Empire, both for supremacy. These countries have given birth to different faiths and diverse cultures, and have achieved great advancements in civilization. However, there is a strange common factor between them. The faith in the mysterious existence known as “Family of Heaven” has permeated Glynnwood. The Family of Heaven is invisible and untouchable, but it’s said that they have the supernatural power to influence the world. The people respect, fear, avoid, and worship this Family of Heaven.
The battle system is said to be an evolution of the Linear Motion Battle system. Unfortunately, further details were not announced.
Last night, Namco Bandai announced Tales of Zestiria, the next games in the Tales of RPG series for PlayStation 3. Although the game has no release date yet, Namco Bandai do have plans to release Tales of Zestiria worldwide.
“Over the past few years the Tales of team has taken great strides to strengthen our relationship with players across North America and Europe,” said Tales of series producer Hideo Baba in a press release this morning. “To respond to their love and support I am honored to open a new chapter of the Tales of series together with Japanese and overseas fans.”
With a name like Zestiria I kind of expected it to be in a world made of spices, Wonder Chef better come back. But hey PS3 and a worldwide release, that's cool.
Hope they don't change the Battle System too much.
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Hope they don't change the Battle System too much.
On the contrary, I'm personally hoping that anything closer to Graces (or better) is what's in place this time. And going by the nifty side-step that was shown off in the trailer, I might just get my wish! owob
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Yeah, I'd love for something akin to Graces' battle system. Once you got the timing down it was great.
I'm looking forward to this. I just hope it's a bit longer than the more recent outings... as much as I liked them, they've felt increasingly shorter. Something more akin to at least Vesperia in length would be nice.
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*raises hand*
The PS3 and not the PS4?
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Some Japanese developers don't jump to a new system too quickly. Which is fine with me :3
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Since the trailer wasn't posted:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RY4SBE3Fa9c[/youtube]
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Some Japanese developers don't jump to a new system too quickly. Which is fine with me :3
Fair enough. Just curious is all! XD
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Fair enough. Just curious is all! XD
You'll probably want to hang on to your PS3 for a while longer, especially if you're a JRPG fan. What with Drakengard 3, Persona 5, Tales of ZESTFULNESS among others...
I'm just waiting on SRW Z3 to be announced in a few weeks to make it complete...
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According to this (http://www.abyssalchronicles.com/?fn_mode=comments&fn_id=1186)...
The battle system will definitely be a variant of the Tales staple Linear Motion Battle System, but so far they haven't announced exactly how the battle system will be. All they said is that it'd have a similar pace to Graces's battle system.
[tornado fang] yeah!
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You'll probably want to hang on to your PS3 for a while longer, especially if you're a JRPG fan. What with Drakengard 3, Persona 5, Tales of ZESTFULNESS among others...
I'm just waiting on SRW Z3 to be announced in a few weeks to make it complete...
Heh, I'm not a JRPG fan, but I'm not getting rid of my PS3 anytime soon! XD
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According to this (http://www.abyssalchronicles.com/?fn_mode=comments&fn_id=1186)...
[tornado fang] yeah!
Well, that's just fine by me. Now, I just need to hear that TP is gone, and I'll be set!
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So, i'm sure anyone that's wanted to play Tales of Phantasia's probably already done so by now via emulator or the crappy GBA version if they really wanted to. But if you haven't, you can play it for free on the iOS store!..
.. and deal with extraordinary bullshit Namco's pulled on the game to try and exploit anyone who plays it for extra cash. Instead of having a difficulty select, the difficulty's locked to something inbetween Hard and Maniac, and save points within dungeons (especially next to boss fights) have been disabled to encourage players to buy $2 resurrection items when they likely bite the dust. Shops had their prices doubled, although rarely there's occasions where enemies will drop double the money than normal, making it only temporarily on-par with the original economy, and there's a bunch of cash shop [parasitic bomb] lingering at all times.
Although it's based off of the PSP port, they used a supposedly fixed-up version of the GBA port's translation as their basis without localizing any of the voices (which is better than their idea of low-budget dub voices for the GBA version at least). But the game's still pretty damn old, and aside from controls being altered to accommodate combat better, it's still a bit behind the rest of the series. Combined with the attempts to bleed players of their wallets, I think it'd only really warrant curious plays of the beginning parts of the game and no further.
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As someone put it, they tried to pull a Square-Enix iOS and failed miserably.
Also you can't save unless you're connected online. Literally if you're not online you cannot save the game at all.
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As someone put it, they tried to pull a Square-Enix iOS and failed miserably.
Also you can't save unless you're connected online. Literally if you're not online you cannot save the game at all.
Aside from All the Bravest, it didn't seem like the iOS ports of their Final Fantasy games were fundamentally altered to function for cash shops. I mean, they're probably there no doubt, but as a 'pay for advantages' supplement I hope.
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I hope some time in the future they release some sort of update for Controller compatibility/difficulty select because honestly that's sort of [parasitic bomb].
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As someone put it, they tried to pull a Square-Enix iOS and failed miserably.
Also you can't save unless you're connected online. Literally if you're not online you cannot save the game at all.
(http://i.imgur.com/iEAiGW9.png)
That's [tornado fang]ing hilarious. Who would buy into that [parasitic bomb]?
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So the PS Vita remake of Tales of Hearts may be coming to the US according to Gamestop.
(http://i.imgur.com/NaHpAvz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MsqwZTm.jpg)
They also had a store page online for it, which labelled the physical release as a Gamestop Exclusive....
which they promptly took down.
So either they [tornado fang]'d up and put something up without approval or it was just a mistake.
Still, intriguing.
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Huh, Mind Zero is coming to the US... though I guess that was to be expected.
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I've heard Tales of Hearts is a really good game, so hopefully GameStop isn't just derping as usual here.
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Huh... Well, another addition to the list tempting me to get a Vita. We'll see, we'll see.
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I've heard Tales of Hearts is a really good game, so hopefully GameStop isn't just derping as usual here.
I've heard the same about the original DS version, apparently they changed the gameplay from 2D to 3D in the Vita version so that's something.
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Yeah that's what I meant haha
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Good news everyone! GameStop wasn't derping as usual.
Tales of Hearts R will be coming stateside this winter (http://www.destructoid.com/hideo-baba-confirms-tales-of-hearts-r-for-western-release-273451.phtml?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter)!
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Tales of Xillia 2's Collector's Edition has been unveiled.
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/81jALrM0KbL._SL1500_.jpg)
Its $129.99(!), which is $30 more than the previous Collector's editions of Xillia 1 and Symphonia Chronicles.
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That figure looks like a Happy Meal toy.
Everything else seems great, though.
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I'm sure it'll look fine in the actual release.
It won't be like that Agnes figure from the EU Bravely Default collector's box. Milla's figure from Xillia 1 didn't look too great at first but its a decent enough statue.
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*dusts topic off*
Okay, so where were we?
Tales of Zestiria is coming out in October in the US, on an unprecedented move of PS3, PS4 and PC for the first time ever.
The PC version of the game will be $50 at launch, and if enough people pre-purchase the game on steam everybody who pre-orders will also get a free PC copy of Tales of Symphonia as well.
So its like paying $25 each for two games.
Still thinking I should buy the PS3 version at least if the game does get a limited edition, but that will have to wait and see.
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I'll be going for the PS4 version, because I don't care whatsoever for Symphonia 8D