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Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch |OT|
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zeopower6
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It's pretty good! But since the demo that's out kind of throws you into the action, it's been getting mixed reviews. I'd say it's kind of a mix between a turn based RPG and an action RPG (more turnbased obviously) with touches that feel like FFXII (mostly those targeting parabolas) and Pokemon (the monster collecting).
I suggest trying the game out if you have the time to get a 2GB~ demo!
zeopower6
Member
It's up on the UK PSN right now for preorder! It comes with the two preorder DLC that Amazon.co.uk gets. Not sure if it's also up for other EU regions, but I'd check just to make sure.
The turn based part IMO comes from the menus that stop battle when selecting a spell or item to use, but it kind of ends there as far as being like most 'turn based' RPGs. I'd say the free movement in battle makes it unique and the on-the-fly switching between party members/Familiars is rather refreshing. I guess everyone views this game's battle system a bit differently but it's for sure not 100% anything nor has it ever been done before imo... when I played it back in July, I tried to stay away from the game to keep it exciting so I only played about 4 minutes of it and it was rather difficult to grasp the battle system (but by November I'd been playing the demo a TON).
It's pretty good! But since the demo that's out kind of throws you into the action, it's been getting mixed reviews. I'd say it's kind of a mix between a turn based RPG and an action RPG (more turnbased obviously) with touches that feel like FFXII (mostly those targeting parabolas) and Pokemon (the monster collecting).
I suggest trying the game out if you have the time to get a 2GB~ demo!
nice. i've been craving a good turn based jrpg lately. i'll definitely check it out, thanks
kever0nicas
Member
Loved the demo.
Cannot wait for this.
My craving for an excellent current gen traditional jrpg will finally be sated.
Also this might be the first time I ever choose to play with english voices. I always prefer the japanese va with english subs, but I dont want to miss out on the beautiful visuals.
Cannot wait for this.
My craving for an excellent current gen traditional jrpg will finally be sated.
Also this might be the first time I ever choose to play with english voices. I always prefer the japanese va with english subs, but I dont want to miss out on the beautiful visuals.
zeopower6
Member
Ni no Kuni is getting pretty rave reviews all over, not just from one publication, which is veeerrryyy promising.
The comments section of the review is another story... the reviewer goes on in some comments to talk about how great the game was to him and that the art was gorgeous and so on... and his comments are downvoted! Why?!
The comments section of the review is another story... the reviewer goes on in some comments to talk about how great the game was to him and that the art was gorgeous and so on... and his comments are downvoted! Why?!
xbox fanboys - we are back in 2008
Reading reviews and impressions definitely make me want to buy this game. Too bad it's been delayed in Europe (with FFXIV beta starting mid-February and nothing special to play in between, next week would have been perfect), I might import if I find a US copy that's not sold at a ridiculous price.
The save point complaints are bizarre too :-S
Its also the best seller on Amazon.ca. Which is nice. I will get a nice Gryphon pet also as preorder.
Aw yeah
RPGCrazied
Member
How are the spoilers in the IGN review? Don't want to watch if its full of spoilers.
I thought it wasn't out yet.
RPGCrazied
Member
FantasticMrFoxdie
Mumber
So excited for this game!
Reviews got me hype
Reviews got me hype
Well it is, go and see for yourself.
There it is. The most spoilerish thing about the video review is that it shows off some unique locations, to me at least. It's gotten me more excited if anything.
D
Deleted member 57681
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So, sorry if this was answered before, but is the game supposed to be somewhat challenging?
And how limited is the european CE?
And how limited is the european CE?
So. How exactly can you preorder the Wizard Edition?
I want to contribute to the game, and since they will add more free content for each Wizard edition sold, I would like to get one. Problem. No purchase button on the website...
So its either my crappy internet, Chrome or the website.
http://store.namcobandaigames.com/s...=UPVJLgoBAlkAAENCAvMAAABJ&rests=1358252332205
Are they even in stock?
I want to contribute to the game, and since they will add more free content for each Wizard edition sold, I would like to get one. Problem. No purchase button on the website...
So its either my crappy internet, Chrome or the website.
http://store.namcobandaigames.com/s...=UPVJLgoBAlkAAENCAvMAAABJ&rests=1358252332205
Are they even in stock?
MiloFoxburr
Member
Sold out months ago. You'll need to import it from Europe if you really want it. That's if any of the stores here still have it available.
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Deleted member 57681
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US is out of stock everywhere I checked. ebay has some for $200+.
That's what I thought but then somebody just said in the thread that they preordered. Oh well, Griffy and me will conquer the Elite 4 and beat Red!
But what type is the starter? He look like a
Fire/Fighting
RPGCrazied
Member
Yeah, went ahead and watched it. Hype rising. One question to those who played it. Are costumes in the game? I noticed a few times in the video Oliver had different clothes on. Unless its just for one area only. Still pretty cool.
RPGCrazied
Member
Best Buy has DLC
The official strategy guide has DLC
It's mostly DLC other than GS's steelbook
The official strategy guide has DLC
It's mostly DLC other than GS's steelbook
Looks like it changes based on region and progression.
RPGCrazied
Member
I'm going to try and buy the Wizard book on eBay sometime, but I fear its going to cost more than the Wizard edition itself. Ugh.
GreenMakoEyes
Member
didn't play the game yet, but I think the outfits are related to the areas/regions.. since it doesn't make sence to wear
swimming trunks
ice cave
you are right, though, it's still cool
Zavvi still has the EU edition it's not sold out everywhere.
http://www.zavvi.com/games/platforms/ps3/ni-no-kuni-wrath-of-the-white-witch-wizard-s-edition/10624958.html
Just got my holiday card signed by my boss, I'll be taking that day off
also adjusted my Amazon order so the game will arrive at home instead of at work.GAME has applied a Ni no Kuni theme to its website. Looks like Namco Bandai are pulling out all the stops to try and promote this.
RPGCrazied
Member
Now to find a kick ass wallpaper for my PC's desktop.
So this guy has nothing but praise for this game still the score is 9.4. Why the fuck?
Fucking IGN.
Is... is that an outrageous thing?
SolidSnakex
Member
I'm hoping/thinking that he's being sarcastic. 9.4 is a fantastic score.
Nah you're right, still confuses me all the time. It makes absolutely zero sense. Especially a game like Ni no Kuni needs the highest score it can get.
D
Deleted member 57681
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Lol dudes name is Moriarty.
And I seriously hope that wasn't a complaint about a freaking 9.4 score :/
And I seriously hope that wasn't a complaint about a freaking 9.4 score :/