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Code of Princess |OT| Guardian Heroines with a bit more Atlus 'n Titties
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No cover should be so embarrassing that it alienates potential buyers. I love the art, but this is just necessary pragmatism.
(unless it's ESRB as someone above said.)
Space Runaway
Member
Yeah US boxart changes like that are generally due to ESRB.
Sixfortyfive
He who pursues two rabbits gets two rabbits.
Yep.
Honestly, if I hadn't already played Guardian Heroes I would not have even considered touching this game.
Vyse The Legend
Member
The in-game content isn't censored; that's absolutely all that matters.
Who cares about the cover?
Who cares about the cover?
Pretty much. I think the point I was trying to make has been proven, but happily for everybody, the in-game stuff remains intact, so hooray for that!
God I forgot how dumb the cover is for Tactics Ogre PSP.
CoP is pretty amazing. I like the 3D but I might try it again tomorrow with it off to see if I like that better. It doesn't chug as much as some people in this thread would have you believe but it does start to work hard when a ton of enemies are on the screen.
CoP is pretty amazing. I like the 3D but I might try it again tomorrow with it off to see if I like that better. It doesn't chug as much as some people in this thread would have you believe but it does start to work hard when a ton of enemies are on the screen.
chickdigger802
Banned
Does it chug in 2d?
I got Code of Princess from newegg today. I'm not what you would call an Atlus fan, I've rarely if ever played any of their games. I never played Guardian Heroes, so I can't compare CoP to that one. The only real reason that I bought this one is because it looked like an interesting beat em up, and it could end up being rare, expensive, and impossible to find. I hate when games like this come out, then I later decide to try it out only to find that it would cost me so much more, and by that point I say screw it and just forget about it.
Anyway, I cracked it open and played the first two or three "missions". First off, the booklet included is great, and I'm sure the CD is awesome as well. As for the game, it's beautiful and I'm very glad I picked it up. It's not exactly what I thought it would be - a stage seems to be a large screen than an entire scrolling "level" and instead of freely moving anywhere you want you actually hit a button to go up and down between different "planes" so to speak. But still, even with those unexpected features I can't help but to love it. I'm not even that big of an anime fan but I'm perfectly fine with the story and performances. There seems to be full voiceover for all characters, so that pulls you in even more so. Even the 3D is great, presenting great depth in the different missions, although there does seem to be a bit of slow down with it on, but it isn't that big of a deal.
It is a beautiful game, tons of voiceover work, and awesome beat em up gameplay. If I were you, I wouldn't ignore it like I know a ton of people will, given out different it is from most games that are major successes on the system. It absolutely deserves a look, and I'd do it sooner rather than later.
Anyway, I cracked it open and played the first two or three "missions". First off, the booklet included is great, and I'm sure the CD is awesome as well. As for the game, it's beautiful and I'm very glad I picked it up. It's not exactly what I thought it would be - a stage seems to be a large screen than an entire scrolling "level" and instead of freely moving anywhere you want you actually hit a button to go up and down between different "planes" so to speak. But still, even with those unexpected features I can't help but to love it. I'm not even that big of an anime fan but I'm perfectly fine with the story and performances. There seems to be full voiceover for all characters, so that pulls you in even more so. Even the 3D is great, presenting great depth in the different missions, although there does seem to be a bit of slow down with it on, but it isn't that big of a deal.
It is a beautiful game, tons of voiceover work, and awesome beat em up gameplay. If I were you, I wouldn't ignore it like I know a ton of people will, given out different it is from most games that are major successes on the system. It absolutely deserves a look, and I'd do it sooner rather than later.
Sixfortyfive
He who pursues two rabbits gets two rabbits.
What's it mean when the word Killer pops up as you strike an enemy?
Solange still seems too brainless. Never was a big fan of the strong and straightforward characters, but I'm just trucking through with her until I beat the game before I start experimenting with other characters.
I'm playing Ali.
Y-A-A-A-A-B-Air->A-A-B is just one combo I've got working. Her vvA wrecks groups.
Sixfortyfive
He who pursues two rabbits gets two rabbits.
Already ahead of you on that one. She's basically a Han expy and I never cared much for his strong & dumb play style.
Incitemaybe
Member
Played the first couple of missions and really like the game. Sola he felt very straightforward and then I tried out Ali and was completely confused by her movements.....in a good way, I liked that she felt completely different 
Really enjoying the humor as well.
The very first battle it chugs a bit however but that doesn't bother me much, this game seems to have a lot to offer.
Really enjoying the humor as well.
The very first battle it chugs a bit however but that doesn't bother me much, this game seems to have a lot to offer.
Giolon
Member
I've never seen Solange in any sort of alternate outfit. She's always got the same metal bikini doesn't she? Atlus has been quite creative in "censoring" her with text and shiny light though.
Also, can anyone tell me what Sister Hel's Down, Down, A move is supposed to do? It does the same sort of animation and MP drain that her Down, Down, B does (which heals her) only I haven't been able to notice what the actual effect of the move is.
Sixfortyfive
He who pursues two rabbits gets two rabbits.
The stop-and-go pacing of the game and the short levels are a good fit for a portable game, but it kinda puts a damper on co-op, especially when your party disbands after every level.
I think I need to try out the other characters and give VS mode a whirl.
I think I need to try out the other characters and give VS mode a whirl.
Space Runaway
Member
So is there some kind of limit or can you just keep spamming the ultra quick "leveling up characters" tutorial until the exp gain is too minimal?
I'll give Atlus a hard time whenever there are decisions which involve actual content removal, or stuff which hurts the consumer directly. But it's really hard for me to even get remotely worked up about the sort of "covering up" they do for promotional art and game covers when it comes to stuff like Dragons Crown and Code of Princess. It's simply understood that there are different values in America and in Japan. If you want to promote your game in any sort of mainstream manner at all, and you don't want people to get a poor impression of the game and prejudge it before they even find out what it is, you probably don't want to use some of the artwork in its original form for some of these games.
Atlus works hard to bring these games out in English, and they generally pick the ones with worthwhile gameplay and interesting ideas. It would be a bit unfair to spit in their face just because they are trying to promote a game as something more presentable and hoping that more people take interest in the gameplay before forming preconceptions. On the other hand, if a business decision means there is missing content or features removed, then sure, we should all bitch away.
Atlus works hard to bring these games out in English, and they generally pick the ones with worthwhile gameplay and interesting ideas. It would be a bit unfair to spit in their face just because they are trying to promote a game as something more presentable and hoping that more people take interest in the gameplay before forming preconceptions. On the other hand, if a business decision means there is missing content or features removed, then sure, we should all bitch away.
Does anyone with the Japanese version happen to know if
ending was changed, in terms of dialogue?
1 of the
When Schwartz was hugging Solange at the end of the "keep magic" ending, why would Solange knock him out? Was it really just related to her clothes, which she never really reacted to before? Or was there some incestuous tone in there in Japanese?
Incitemaybe
Member
Just hosted a four player online co-op, it was a slideshow but still a lot of fun haha
I can't seem to find many people hosting....
I can't seem to find many people hosting....
Just hosted a four player online co-op, it was a slideshow but still a lot of fun haha
I can't seem to find many people hosting....
When I get mine (tomorrow) I'll be hosting a ton, you can bet.
ExitPlanetDust
Member
Just hosted a four player online co-op, it was a slideshow but still a lot of fun haha
I can't seem to find many people hosting....
Haha, sounds like Guardian Heroes co-op.
Yeah, at this point it's more about being frustrated with how stingy significant chunks of Americans can be (and retailers like Walmart that might carry on regardless of how big that group is) than an actual reason to be angry with Atlus or whoever. Though everyone has their limits, and even if some of those examples are the kinds of coverage I find exasperating there's stuff like Mugen Souls that definitely went too far and needed some cuts.
SpiderJerusalem
Banned
Mine came today but the box looks sat on or something. :/ Whatever I'm hyped, gonna play tonight.
olimpia84
Member
My Newegg copy was supposed to arrive tomorrow but to my surprise it arrived today a few hours ago. Came in a padded envelope and thankfully the box received no damage at all.
As far as the game goes, I'm very early into the game but I'm absolutely LOVING this game. Fantastic presentation, love the voice acting, great use of 3D, good soundtrack and good combat system (I haven't delved into the command list yet to learn the advanced combos).
I think I'll play with Solange on my run through the story mode and then start leveling up the other characters. Thumbs up to Atlus for bringing this over here, I'm hoping this game exceeds their expectations saleswise!
As far as the game goes, I'm very early into the game but I'm absolutely LOVING this game. Fantastic presentation, love the voice acting, great use of 3D, good soundtrack and good combat system (I haven't delved into the command list yet to learn the advanced combos).
I think I'll play with Solange on my run through the story mode and then start leveling up the other characters. Thumbs up to Atlus for bringing this over here, I'm hoping this game exceeds their expectations saleswise!
Incitemaybe
Member
I love that while hosting a 4 player co op I can kick out people who try to get me (by spamming the ok/not yet button) to start the game before I have 4 people
The last couple 4 player online games have run much more smoothly. I'm still hosting so I'm glad it's gotten better.....for whatever reason.
The last couple 4 player online games have run much more smoothly. I'm still hosting so I'm glad it's gotten better.....for whatever reason.
Square Enix censored legs:
Check out the girl in blue at 10 o' clock:
She looks better with tights in my opinion, but the change is still stupid seeing how they still left some women legs uncovered. I'd also like to think that covering the ass should take priority over the legs but whatever still a great cover and its identical at least.
PixyJunket
Member
Wow, this sucks.
I am visiting an out of town friend next weekend who is a BIG Guardian Heroes fan (we played it together so much when we were roommates), but he doesn't keep up on games as much as I do. I was going to surprise him with the game and hope he would grab a copy so we could play multi-player over the weekend.
My copy was lost (or stolen) today. UPS apparently left it on my doorstep, I am in an apartment.
I can't fathom it was stolen though and if it was, it HAD to be the one guy across from me, our apartment is tucked away in a back corner and upstairs, any package would be invisible to all but the two doors up there. And I'm not sure anybody gets home from work as early as I do around here.
Anyway, UPS support told me to contact the shipper (why? they were not the irresponsible party here!) and Newegg immediately opened a ticket to have a replacement sent. But that will take seven to ten days.
So my only option to have this in time for my trip would to grab a copy locally and return the replacement there later. It's kind of scummy, but I don't know what else to do. And then again, wasn't the pre-order a special edition? So I wonder if my replacement will even be that or the game only.
I'm in a crappy mood from this.
I am visiting an out of town friend next weekend who is a BIG Guardian Heroes fan (we played it together so much when we were roommates), but he doesn't keep up on games as much as I do. I was going to surprise him with the game and hope he would grab a copy so we could play multi-player over the weekend.
My copy was lost (or stolen) today. UPS apparently left it on my doorstep, I am in an apartment.
I can't fathom it was stolen though and if it was, it HAD to be the one guy across from me, our apartment is tucked away in a back corner and upstairs, any package would be invisible to all but the two doors up there. And I'm not sure anybody gets home from work as early as I do around here.
Anyway, UPS support told me to contact the shipper (why? they were not the irresponsible party here!) and Newegg immediately opened a ticket to have a replacement sent. But that will take seven to ten days.
So my only option to have this in time for my trip would to grab a copy locally and return the replacement there later. It's kind of scummy, but I don't know what else to do. And then again, wasn't the pre-order a special edition? So I wonder if my replacement will even be that or the game only.
I'm in a crappy mood from this.
The replacement should also have the artbook and OST. My understanding is that the entire initial print run of the game contains the extras. In future if they reprint the game, it might not have those extras.
Maybe Nich can confirm?
Yeah, that's how all our first-run bonuses work. Hope you get the problem settled. /:
PixyJunket
Member
Ah, thanks for the info, both of ya.
I may grab an extra copy locally this weekend and then figure out how to deal with it when the replacement shows up.
Maybe it can be a Christmas gift if I feel too scummy returning it, heh.
I may grab an extra copy locally this weekend and then figure out how to deal with it when the replacement shows up.
Maybe it can be a Christmas gift if I feel too scummy returning it, heh.
I'll give Atlus a hard time whenever there are decisions which involve actual content removal, or stuff which hurts the consumer directly. But it's really hard for me to even get remotely worked up about the sort of "covering up" they do for promotional art and game covers when it comes to stuff like Dragons Crown and Code of Princess. It's simply understood that there are different values in America and in Japan. If you want to promote your game in any sort of mainstream manner at all, and you don't want people to get a poor impression of the game and prejudge it before they even find out what it is, you probably don't want to use some of the artwork in its original form for some of these games.
Atlus works hard to bring these games out in English, and they generally pick the ones with worthwhile gameplay and interesting ideas. It would be a bit unfair to spit in their face just because they are trying to promote a game as something more presentable and hoping that more people take interest in the gameplay before forming preconceptions. On the other hand, if a business decision means there is missing content or features removed, then sure, we should all bitch away.
My feelings and thoughts exactly. Atlus is a great conduit for many "niche" games for us J-philes in the west. I think we should not "bite the hand that feeds".
Another unboxing video for, y'know, the expanded audience, I guess.
Decided to spend some time in PvP today. For the most part my connections were pretty good with only 2 slideshow matches. Sooo many Solange players online with like the occasional Tsuki, and boy are they a pain to deal with. Despite this I managed to overall get 2nd on Ranked with Sistah Hel.
Ah, thanks for the info, both of ya.
I may grab an extra copy locally this weekend and then figure out how to deal with it when the replacement shows up.
Maybe it can be a Christmas gift if I feel too scummy returning it, heh.
Sorry to hear that sucks doesn't hurt to ask your neighbors and say hey did you see a package out here today? You should be ok though as the others said the replacement will have everything in it. Keep the 2nd if you end up buying one they will probably sell out at some point and you can make your money back. I'm going to order this from Amazon just waiting to sell a few more things on Ebay for extra cash! My hype is returning for this game after all the positive comments.