chickdigger802
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The manual mentions there is something you get if you beat every stage on frantic mode.
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The manual mentions there is something you get if you beat every stage on frantic mode.
Oh yeah, that too. I think it's
the two secret characters marked "?"
Yeah the story is much stronger than most people expect.
What do the key symbols indicate on the left side of missions? I was assuming unlockables, but I'm not entirely sure how to unlock stuff and how to tell if I've already unlocked something besides the mission end prompt.
Yeah, the story's pretty good. Well written/localized anyway. I'd say that the localization team probably did a better job here than AA5's.
Yeah, the story's pretty good. Well written/localized anyway. I'd say that the localization team probably did a better job here than AA5's.
BuckRobotron
Member
Another here who got a laugh out of Yagyu and her eyepatch confusion. Enjoying the game, mainly Ikaruga and Yagyu. Ikaruga is, looks, and acts more mature so I agree with her character. Yagyu however is my favorite in battle.
Have not tried the other group story yet. I always like great sword wielders, so what was it--Yomi?--I look forward to using her in battle at least.
Have not tried the other group story yet. I always like great sword wielders, so what was it--Yomi?--I look forward to using her in battle at least.
Byronic Hero
Member
Just downloaded this. The icon is not what I expected. Why isn't it just the same one from the eShop?
It's the same as the Japanese version.
The icon in the eShop was done by XSEED's Hatsuu, posted a page or two ago.
dragonlife
Member
$30 is a pretty good price, and I always said I was going to buy this.
A few questions:
What's the block size? I wish this information was available in the details section on the eShop.
Is it actually a good beat-'em-up game?
There are two storylines to play, right? About how long is each one, and is there any extra content to keep me coming back once I've completed both?
A few questions:
What's the block size? I wish this information was available in the details section on the eShop.
Is it actually a good beat-'em-up game?
There are two storylines to play, right? About how long is each one, and is there any extra content to keep me coming back once I've completed both?
Byronic Hero
Member
Weird. No big deal though, just not what I was expecting. Almost thought I downloaded the wrong game xD
It's about 2 gigs, I think. I'm not sure how many blocks that is.
The gameplay is kinda shallow so far, but it's responsive, quick, and frenetic... so it's still good fun.
The story isn't too bad at all. I'm not sure how long each one is, since I'm still in the middle of Hanzo. You can replay missions as many times as you want and with any characters on that side, for high scores and unlockables... so I think the replay value is pretty good.
FlyingSaucer
Banned
People tend to get easily distracted by a little jingling, and, generally, expect a lighter story with that kind of presentation - and, to be fair, the anime adaptation didn't do anything to help to improve on this perception (even if the more serious tones of the original games were there, they were underplayed).
So, I'm curious... what are everyone impressions about the story ? Were you surprised ? Did it add or detract to the overall experience ?
CrackPebbles
Member
Im on chapter 4, I can tolerate the story but im not feeling it, GRANTED its a better than I expected (never watched the anime) but I just wanna beat shit up, so 10 minute vn sections can be kinda annoying.
TheBaronOfNA
Banned
Surprised that It just not sexual innuendo or cheap jokes like other fanservice franchises, the inner monologues helps, I think.
But you can easily skip it if you just want to beat shit up. And you can always go back and read it if you're interested.
I actually like the story so far. It's nothing groundbreaking, but it adds some dimension and interaction to the characters.
Chet Rippo
Member
You're boring.
Chet Rippo
Member
After much hardship, I've finally getting around to downloading the game. I'll be playing it any minute now...
Any minute...
Any minute...
TheBaronOfNA
Banned
It was about 16,300-ish blocks, or around 1.7GB.
AdawgDaFAB
Member
Overall I'm thoroughly impressed. I've genuinely enjoyed all of the story segments / backstory bits so far.
I went into this only knowing it was a beat em up and the whole Life & Hometown meme. Thus, I expected a shallow game that was focused heavily on tons of fanservice. Instead, I'm left impressed that the gameplay itself is as fastpaced and engaging and it is and that the characters and story are as written as they are. Thumbs up all around.
Now I want Shinovi Versus even more than ever!
Having switched between Shinovi Versus and Burst earlier today, Burst actually still stands out better gameplay wise. While visually Versus is undeniable outstanding without the framerate hiccups, it doesn't really feel very solid/cohesive as burst in terms of the combat like Burst does. Not to mention there's way more content to the stages unlike Versus, which comes off like a DW clone but absolutely lacks the numbers.
Technoweirdo
Member
Chapter 1? Eh, intro stuff. For the most part, characters don't really do anything to make themselves stand out. Felt four missions featuring Hibari being an airhead (Training mission, the one where she lost her scroll, the one where she fought Yagyu over a doll, and the one where she's trying to avoid detention) got in the way of the action.
Not very far into Chapter 2, but the part about
Kiriya and why he won't fight
chickdigger802
Banned
New gen is out. But I rather play a 200p sub 20 fps game.
It's all about plot.
It's all about plot.
AdawgDaFAB
Member
"I'm always nearby. In case you get in trouble."
The stalker mode powers are strong with Yagyū.
The stalker mode powers are strong with Yagyū.
Next gen don't have any games with plot like this.
MagiusNecros
Gilgamesh Fan Annoyance
Beat it. Great game.
Daidouji is best.
Immaculate
Banned
How long did it take? need to know since im getting this over zelda because of content
MagiusNecros
Gilgamesh Fan Annoyance
2-3 days. Roughly 20 hours.
And I was rushing. Doing everything with every character would take forever.
ShyGuy0504
Member
Just got to chapter 2. Really good game so far.
Do I have to beat frantic mode on every level with every character? Or just with any character one time? Apparently it unlocks something if you beat them all on frantic but I really don't want to have to do every level over and over again.
Do I have to beat frantic mode on every level with every character? Or just with any character one time? Apparently it unlocks something if you beat them all on frantic but I really don't want to have to do every level over and over again.
Gold response.
flatearthpandas
Member
Haven't chimed in since purchase. Played through most of chapter one, played several levels with different chars.
It is pretty enjoyable. I can't figure out why I get graded so badly because I have massive combos and don't take much damage, but I'll figure out the rank system eventually.
Story has not struck me and the long story sections honestly have been pretty boring but maybe that gets better.
Frantic mode is fun. Breakdance girl is my favorite so far aesthetically, but the MC is probably my favorite to actually play.
It is pretty enjoyable. I can't figure out why I get graded so badly because I have massive combos and don't take much damage, but I'll figure out the rank system eventually.
Story has not struck me and the long story sections honestly have been pretty boring but maybe that gets better.
Frantic mode is fun. Breakdance girl is my favorite so far aesthetically, but the MC is probably my favorite to actually play.
ActStriker
Member
I noticed I'm playing this alot like Gundam Musou for the combo count. Ground combo > Launcher > Aerial Rave > Aerial Rave > ... > Air Special
A Huge Battleship
Member
Been eyeing this up in an entirely wholesome way recently. Then I have to remind myself that I don't have a 3DS.
This man gets it. It's worth noting that the two best characters both wear gothic outfits. And have the smallest / largest breasts of the cast.
This man gets it. It's worth noting that the two best characters both wear gothic outfits. And have the smallest / largest breasts of the cast.
murasaki is the best
The Grim Heaper
Member
yeah, murasaki is pretty rad
but there are a bunch better than her
but there are a bunch better than her
Technoweirdo
Member
I'm guessing you do full aerial raves? If so, learn when to end them early. You can be a deadly, unstoppable force of carnage, but do remember that, as a ninja, you have to be quick about it too.
Besides, later on, it's possible do do infinite aerials so high combos can't be made to be -much- of a factor for ratings.The title requirements just say you have to clear every mission while in Frantic Mode, so I'm assuming just once. Don't think they'd want you beating every mission 12 times, though I miiiiight just do it anyway for the sake of having a perfect mission list. lol
Speed. How fast you clear a stage is also a part of the ranking.
AdawgDaFAB
Member
I'm closing in on the end of Hanzo's story and enjoying it far more than I thought I would initially. I really love the characters and the fact that the story builds them all up with interesting backgrounds and whatnot. Should I watch the anime if I don't care about the fan service aspect of the series?
Just unlocked Hanzo's chapter 5 and the actual plot is way better than in the anime imo. It's been a while since I watched it but it seems they had to change some story bits to make it fit in 10-14 episodes and they left out the best parts
A thing I like about the combo system is that at first you need a few weak attacks to launch enemies into the air, but once the combo tree expands the number of weak attacks needed increases, so unless you exit early with a strong attack you'll get blocked or attacked from a distance before you can actually launch people for aerial attacks.
Another thing I liked that seems to be more common in anime games is random characters speaking when I select an option in the main menu, it gives games a lot of personality.
I think it marks story missions to unlock the next chapters, while missions without keys are optional. Also, golden keys have visual novel segments while silver key missions just give you a little dialogue and put you right into battle
The only issue I had with the localization was translating "Itadakimasu!" as
(to be fair that was just once, but still). They have to be trolling, there's no other explanation. But overall, yeah, the localization has been great
There are two places that were better covered in the anime: Super ninja arts training and Hibari's
. I found the rest worse in the anime, but if you like the characters I think they complement each other well. It's not very long either so I'd say give it a go after beating the game. If you feel like dropping it skip to the last 4 or 3 episodes, the story gets better at the end
A thing I like about the combo system is that at first you need a few weak attacks to launch enemies into the air, but once the combo tree expands the number of weak attacks needed increases, so unless you exit early with a strong attack you'll get blocked or attacked from a distance before you can actually launch people for aerial attacks.
Another thing I liked that seems to be more common in anime games is random characters speaking when I select an option in the main menu, it gives games a lot of personality.
I think it marks story missions to unlock the next chapters, while missions without keys are optional. Also, golden keys have visual novel segments while silver key missions just give you a little dialogue and put you right into battle
The only issue I had with the localization was translating "Itadakimasu!" as
"Rub a dub dub, thanks for the grub"
There are two places that were better covered in the anime: Super ninja arts training and Hibari's
time with the Hebijos