Dragon Quest 11 Announced! [PS4/3DS (simultaneous), NX (tentative)]
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krizalidzero
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I see a lot of people complaining about the looks of the main character. I really like it, it's way different than usual, he looks more serious and mature than the Goku looking ones.
SpiceMelange
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He has the "supporting cast" look. People don't like that. They want goku.
His shoes are ugly and even his hair is lame.
Nintendo will be at Gamescom or just SE?
DangerMouse
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Disagree.
It's been a long time since I've played it but while I agree they certainly did overuse some tracks in the game, most of the music was fantastic IMO.
Can't call it a confirmation yet but this does make it extremely likely that the NX they are potentially developing for is a console.
I don't think they would want to compete with the 3DS's install base with a later portable release and they must be confident enough in the NX to skip the Wii U.
The NX is off to a good start.
Pinko Marx
Banned
More main characters need to rock purple. More people in general need to recognize the greatness that is violet.
At least that's more realistic than people sticking their heads in the sand about where this game was going primarily. I mean sure the 3DS version (or... part of it!?) will probably land on mobile whenever, but that's distinct from being mobile native and blowing off consoles like BoFVI.
... And I am paranoid about the 3DS one. I just hope we get news in the next few months about the 3DS ports to calm that down. At least for me, others will still scream the sky is falling until it's out.
Bots are better than you
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Both, but i think there was a thread that SQEX has some things planned for GamesCom.
Vyse The Legend
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They will both be there. SE will have a big presence -- mainly for FF15 -- but they did promise other reveals.
Begaria
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Palette Swap
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I'm not complaining, at least not until I see party members, but I like the non-DBZ hero styles better. By non-DBZ, I mean stuff like DQVII where at least the hero didn't look like he was about to go SSJ.
Of course Toriyama has his style but between the Joker 3 design, his absence at the event and this, he does come across as very hands off when it comes to DQ.
Edit because I feel the need to insist: I don't think it's a bad design at all, just a bit uninspired.
paragonpro
Banned
So the NX savings find has officially started, I'll be there to put it all down the day I can pre order, hopefully this is a launch game.
IAmRandom31
Banned
i dont mind the design at all. I like the design. Just the coloring seems a bit ... off. Dunno about light purple coat and snot green boots.
Could go with a color palette change. Other then that, the design is fine. It fits the narrative as " this is the sequel to DQVIII I've always wanted " to have a lead character look like the dudes brother or cousin or something lol
One thing that needs to happen though.
Somehow SE needs to get with Bandai Namco and make a Dragonball JRPG with of course Toriyama doing the artwork. I mean ... come on. DQ feels so much like a Dragonball RPG anyway, just throw in the real characters and world! Could be turn based where you charge up Ki to various levels to send out generic blast ki or transform during battle into SSJ with enough Ki charged or stuff like that. Massive environment destroying blasts and combat ensues in ATB fashion. Could work!
clay_ghost
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Huh i am just comparing home console's output and most of the upcoming games will be released in 05/06 too. The initial years of last gen RPG output is definitely good but every thing slowed down after that two years
Let's hope this gen is sustainable.
Vincent Grayson
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Yes. As far as continuity in DQ games goes, DQ1-3 are part of a trilogy, and DQ4-6 a second trilogy. Otherwise, they're like FF in that the tropes and monsters and spells carry across games, but the story and characters are unique to each title.
Huh i am just comparing home console's output and most of the upcoming games will be released in 05/06 too. The initial years of last gen RPG output is definitely good but every thing slowed down after that two years
Let's hope this gen is sustainable.
The games on the glorious PS4 list alone would make the entire gen worth it, anything beyond that is gravy.
Yeah I was wondering what the hell that was, besides some odd cosplay. They looked good, though.
DangerMouse
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I would not be surprised if both the PS4 and 3DS versions came out first.
LiquidMetal14
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We're going back to PS2 level zsupport here for the PS4 when it comes to JRPG's. Feels good to see a focused effort for the right Japanese console of choice for RPG's. Bow to get a PS4 back at some point in the next 2 years.
SatelliteOfLove
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It really does look like a full sequel to VIII; consider me interested!
To paraphrase Jack Valance, "Confidence is very hopefull...dont you think?"
To paraphrase Jack Valance, "Confidence is very hopefull...dont you think?"
Makoto Yuki
Banned
Did they have to make him look like this =\?
What's wrong with his design?
He doesn't look all that different from the look of the Protagonist of VIII so idk, I love his design.Did they have to make him look like this =\?
clay_ghost
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I believe so too (although some of them are crossgen) , i still have not regretted buying my 360 because those exclusive JRPG that Microsoft offered at the start of last gen but i still hope that developers can continue to sustain their output this gen.
Has Nintendo really inspired that much confidence in you?
Valkerionseven
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Surprised there are so many antifans of Trunks here. -mypeople-
Game looked gorgeous from the stream, hope it turns out well and get localized in a timely manner. Very much wanna play it. The NX bomb though, did not see that coming. Nintendo is making a surprising move?
Game looked gorgeous from the stream, hope it turns out well and get localized in a timely manner. Very much wanna play it. The NX bomb though, did not see that coming. Nintendo is making a surprising move?
The problem with full customization is now you have no main character. Imagine if FF did this, every character is so iconic, you would never be able to go back and represent the FF16 character (for example) because his/her likeness is like Rorshach - it's everything and anything.
And by extension, nothing.
Customization is cool, but you're sacrificing a powerful narrative tool by doing so. I'd be happy with armor and weapons changing how our protagonist works, not changing the protagonist himself.
In Japan maybe. But the West? Probably fair game for it to be day-and-date considering localization times.
IF (and I can't stress this enough) all versions are brought over.
Leafhopper
Banned
I don't know to be honest.
clem84
Gold Member
Did they have to make him look like this =\?
I prefer this look to DQ8's hero who IMO looked like a shepherd. The new one looks more warrior-ish.
krizalidzero
Member
If you like a company, say Nintendo, and you have the guarantee that there will be a game you really, really want, say Dragon Quest XI, will come to that system then why not?
We buy games before we play them because we trust the devs. We may as well buy consoles because we trust the manufacturer.
Also, there's a sense of belonging with DQ and Nintendo
That's the 2D mode. They're emulating DQ5, which did not have animated enemies.
Varjis
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If only....
I feel like we are entering a new golden age for JRPGS the like of which we haven't seen since the glorious PS2 days...
DangerMouse
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The game looked gorgeous in the stream, this is gonna look so good on my new TV. Been looking forward to this for years.
Just use the default design.
Mass Effect, Recent Fire Emblems and such have done so.
That being said...not every game needs customization for their main leads (no matter how much I love it).
Also being said...the DQ protags have generally been mute plain avatars ,no?
Did you miss the OP?
OmegaDL50
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Narrative tool? I am not sure I understand this. Every single protagonist in entire Dragon Quest games dating back to the very first one was a silent protagonist. As in their personality was a blank slate and entirely on the basis of their facial emotions and reactions. There was no dialog to support a specific identity to associate with them. Having a unique design is one thing, but it definitely wasn't for the sake of narration.
Ha maybe it all didn't load for me. I'm on my phone.
LegendofDragoonLives
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The first two years for both are in the meh to ok output. Overall last gen was barren and a shitshow, SE's entire lineup alone of what's been announced is better than all jRPGs put together from every studio last gen.Huh i am just comparing home console's output and most of the upcoming games will be released in 05/06 too. The initial years of last gen RPG output is definitely good but every thing slowed down after that two years
Let's hope this gen is sustainable.
Oh I see.
That's kinda too bad. Love those animations in DQ7.
edit: no random battles on PS4. Thank fuck.