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[Byronic Hero]

Announced at Anime Expo

I've only seen the anime, so I will be getting this day one.

UPDATE: Will have the original Japanese voices.

 

[Aeana]

This is such good news. I enjoyed it so very much. Can't recommend it enough.

 

[Basileus777]

JAST's panel comments:

"This is our top priority to get this out asap... it's almost done, all we have to do is put it together and test it and other special stuff... it should be up for preorder very soon"

So we don't have a time frame. We know they'd like to get on Steam, but they'd have to go through Greenlight, so who knows when/if that would happen.

And it's the PC version of the game.

 

[Kincaido]

Day 1. Asami Imai <3

 

[PK Gaming]

Awesome!

I recently finished the anime, and i've been wanting to try the game... looks like I found the perfect opportunity!

 

[Byronic Hero]

This is such good news. I enjoyed it so very much. Can't recommend it enough.

Is it worth playing even though I've seen the anime? I intend on getting it either way but I'd still like to know.

Also, I hope it's dubbed. Mayuri's dubbed voice <3

 

[chrono01]

El. Psy. Congroo!

[Translation: I am beyond excited. I can't wait for this.]

 

[Infernal Monkey]

Fuck yeeeesssss. Will import ASAP.

 

[Aeana]

Is it worth playing even though I've seen the anime? I intend on getting it either way but I'd still like to know.

I haven't seen the show, so I'm not really sure how much that covers vs. the game. The game was a really lengthy and enjoyable experience, though, and I kinda doubt the show could possibly have recreated the experience exactly, especially with the tips and Okabe's wonderful narration. EDIT: And the multiple endings and stuff.

 

[pje122]

Awesome. Is this the original product?

 

[ULTROS!]

I was hoping they'd release it on home/handheld consoles too though.

 

[Basileus777]

Awesome. Is this the original product?

Yes, the PC version of the original VN.

I was hoping they'd release it on home/handheld consoles too though.

Dealing with consoles is probably a tall order for someone as small as JAST USA.

 

[Kincaido]

Is it worth playing even though I've seen the anime? I intend on getting it either way but I'd still like to know.

Yes. The story is a lot more fleshed out. Also, multiple endings.

 

[baekshi]

So just PC...Steam?

 

[Thoraxes]

So the fan team really did join with JAST like 2 years ago... Maybe.

It used to be a big thing back when the show was airing.

 

[Aeana]

I was hoping they'd release it on home/handheld consoles too though.

It'd be cool if they could get the iOS version out someday at least. That's how I played the game and it was really perfect.

 

[Pappasman]

I fucking loved the anime so i'll definitely be getting this when its released.

 

[∀ Narayan]

Tight! I'll definitely be getting this.

 

[ochaworldorder]

I am mad scientist! United States! Chaos and invade!

 

[chrono01]

Is it worth playing even though I've seen the anime? I intend on getting it either way but I'd still like to know.

Also, I hope it's dubbed. Mayuri's dubbed voice <3

I don't think the anime is required at all to enjoy this, but I've never played the VN so I can't say for certain.

I will say, however, that if you're interested in the series [and you definitely should be] to definitely check out the anime as well [in addition to the VN]. It's one of my all-time favorites, and is especially hilarious [in Japanese, with subtitles].

The dub is well-done, it's just that a few of the jokes [especially the one with Hououin Kyouma speaking English] is somewhat lost in the English dub. I've always been a sub > dub kind of person since I prefer to watch whatever it is in its original language, but I know there are some dub fans out there. They shouldn't be disappointed.

 

[Fou-Lu]

Mine and my girlfriend's favorite anime. Whenever I drink a Dr. Pepper I throw on my lab coat. Will buy.

 

[Femmeworth]

Watch it take a year to be released.

 

[SpaceDrake]

If any VN could get through Greenlight, it's Stein's. I'll be voting yes for sure.

The bigger question is whether or not JAST will even be allowed to list, given what else they sell. I will be (pleasantly) surprised if they are. I HOPE they are. But I have my doubts.

 

[Basileus777]

So just PC...Steam?

They've said they want to get on Steam. Greenlight being Greenlight who knows if or when it'll happen.

 

[upandaway]

Definitely getting it, even though I have it already. It's crazy good.

Haven't watched the anime either, but I know the anime doesn't cover any alternate endings (at least 2 are crazy and completely worth it). I'm not sure if it's worth it so soon after watching, but it's definitely worth it down the line.

 

[Dark Schala]

Everyone should play this if they get the chance. Such a great narrative. Characters are great. Endings are great.

Definitely one of the better visual novels out there.

 

[Basileus777]

If any VN could get through Greenlight, it's Stein's. I'll be voting yes for sure.

The bigger question is whether or not JAST will even be allowed to list, given what else they sell. I will be (pleasantly) surprised if they are. I HOPE they are. But I have my doubts.

MangaGamer put Higurashi on Greenlight. It didn't get through, but it was allowed to list.

 

[kuroshiki]

So uh.


is this any good.

 

[Gintoki313]

I haven't seen the anime in a long time but I'm hyped for this! I saw at least 4 episodes so that should be good enough for me to understand what the story is about.

Can't wait to play it.

 

[Kincaido]

So uh.


is this any good.

It's one of the greatest things to ever grace mankind.

 

[chrono01]

It's one of the greatest things to ever grace mankind.

Below Dr. Pepper, of course.

 

[kuroshiki]

It's one of the greatest things to ever grace mankind.

Like Chihaya Kisaragi's breast.

 

[Byronic Hero]

Yes. The story is a lot more fleshed out. Also, multiple endings.

I haven't seen the show, so I'm not really sure how much that covers vs. the game. The game was a really lengthy and enjoyable experience, though, and I kinda doubt the show could possibly have recreated the experience exactly, especially with the tips and Okabe's wonderful narration. EDIT: And the multiple endings and stuff.

Alright cool. I've played a few VNs and never like the anime version as much as the game. If that stays true, the VN version of Steins;Gate will be my favroite game of all time.

 

[Dresden]

Will purchase. I didn't watch the anime because of this.

 

[Xater]

I want to play it but I'd rather have the iOS version.

 

[Kincaido]

Below Dr. Pepper, of course.

Of course.

Like Chihaya Kisaragi's breast.

Flat is justice!

 

[Rhapsody]

Like Aeana said, an iOS port at the very least would be great.

Also, how many endings are there? It's not just "bad endings" is it? I finished the anime and only played some of the VN but stopped.

 

[Basileus777]

Like Aeana said, an iOS port at the very least would be great.

Also, how many endings are there? It's not just "bad endings" is it? I finished the anime and only played some of the VN but stopped.

6 endings with one of them being the "true route." The other endings aren't bad endings, but are basically side paths that are focused on a specific girl.

 

[meltingparappa]

Between this, an official release of Saya no Uta, the announcement of a sequel to Analog, and 999's iOS port, this has to be the best two months for localized visual novels in all of history.

 

[kuroshiki]

So no chance of vita version?

 

[Ingueferroque]

Damn you greenlight!

 

[Aeana]

Don't Panic!


Alpacaman.

 

[chrono01]

Between this, an official release of Saya no Uta, the announcement of a sequel to Analog, and 999's iOS port, this has to be the best two months for localized visual novels in all of history.

Agreed.

Now all we need is a localization of Danganronpa!

...I will continue to hope...

 

[Glass Rebel]

Nice. I hope this does well and they localize Chaos;Head as well. And maybe a PC port of Robotics;Notes?

 

[broz0rs]

I've only played one visual novel and it has had such an impact on me that I don't want to play another one for awhile. It's the only visual novel that has a higher rating than Steins;Gate. I guess I'll wait for it when it does get released officially.

 

[kayos90]

OMFG. Praise the fucking sun!

 

[Basileus777]

Nice. I hope this does well and they localize Chaos;Head as well. And maybe a PC port of Robotics;Notes?

JAST tried to release Chaos Head some years ago, but something went wrong with Nitro+ and it was scuttled, leaving the fan translation they were using in limbo.

 

[InfiniteNine]

Walking back to my hotel super excited!

 

[Glass Rebel]

JAST tried to release Chaos Head some years ago, but something went wrong with Nitro+ and it was scuttled, leaving the fan translation they were using in limbo.

smh

 

[Byronic Hero]

Agreed.

Now all we need is a localization of Danganronpa!

...I will continue to hope...

At least we got the fan translation.