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Shin Megami Tensei (iOS) |OT| $5.99 until March 31st
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buddha0991
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Why, you think most people would be going into this expecting this to be like modern Megaten games?
Is there any change? I would likey buy it if so.
Off topic, but is the ios version of 999 much better then the ds version?
It's improved in some areas (the new flowchart makes replaying a lot less of a hassle), but worse in others (the removal of all puzzles). Definitely worth $5, but it does feel like it's missing something.
bobawesome
Member
Visually? Yes, I think it looks much better (at least from what I've played so far). Gameplay wise...what gameplay? The puzzles have been gutted from this version but it's not *that* big of a deal considering it's only $5 and I assume the story-centric dialogue will be mostly intact for the rooms. It looks to be a steal if you want a refresher for the story but it's best that first-timers stick to the DS version for the puzzles and
a huge plot twist which is heavily dependent on the hardware
Just take it with you.
Member
Yeah, I don't think I was ever in danger of running out of magnetite in this game. As long as you're mindful, you'll be okay, I think.
The Last Wizard
Member
After reading the wiki plot years ago I've been dying to play this, the choices and consequences seem so cool. 5S is ready!
AgentOtaku
Member
buying this on principal alone 
I'm at this game again. Going Law this time because for some reason I don't remember doing this in SMT1. Hope to offer anyone in this topic some tips.
What's this rave about charming now? I thought M16 + Nerve Bullets and Railgun + Flash Slugs were the way to go in earlygame and lategame, respectively.
The Law character is usually the refined effeminate type (and has actually been a woman once), while the Chaos character is a down-to-earth tough guy. So yes, in a sense, there is a "precedent" set by this game.
What's this rave about charming now? I thought M16 + Nerve Bullets and Railgun + Flash Slugs were the way to go in earlygame and lategame, respectively.
The Law character is usually the refined effeminate type (and has actually been a woman once), while the Chaos character is a down-to-earth tough guy. So yes, in a sense, there is a "precedent" set by this game.
buddha0991
Member
Only iOS for now, although there's an Android port in Japan. I hope Atlus USA releases it too so I can support this!
What the hell? Why do we get this but not Strange Journey and SMT4? I don't think Persona 5 has even been officially announced for Europe yet either.
I want to buy it just so it might increases the chances of us getting SMT4.
For those who are interested in more SMT1 art, here's an imgur gallery I had uploaded for BlackJace when he was making those sweet banners. There's a bunch of random pics in there that don't usually show up in Wikia or the HG101 article, including one of Gotou I think would make for a good reaction image.
http://imgur.com/a/y8u4e/layout/vertical#0
http://imgur.com/a/y8u4e/layout/vertical#0
Ah, the stats distribution setup. I did some thinking about this and fiddled with the numbers to get what I *think* would be ideal stats, based on my previous experience and the upgrade threshold for various stats.
Feel free to use / criticize, GAF.
MAIN CHARACTER
This build has two goals: get the MC through the beginning of the game, and prepare him to be adaptively well-rounded for the rest of the game. To achieve the first goal, I gave him +3 STR because he won't get any guns for a while (guns are your main way to attack, if you don't understand by now). For long term success, I will focus heavily on STM to increase survivability and give him incremental boosts in INT / SPD / LUK so that he can keep pace with the enemies in this game.
LAW HERO
Law Hero is the best spell user until you find the Heroine. He deals in guns and spells. Again, you can see that I am focusing on STM to increase survivability; but with this set, I transfer a great deal of points to MAG and give him a statistically optimal boost in INT as well so that he can cast stuff; he gets his MP boosted from this.
CHAOS HERO
Economically, I remember there being a consistent issue with giving everyone guns early on. I also remember that Chaos Hero's spells suck. Essentially, then, the best way to use Chaos Hero is as a physical attacker. I've given him a slight boost in INT / MAG / LUK so that he isn't totally useless in those departments (and gets some ideal stat boosts), but I mostly invest in STM / STR so that he can slap people around.
I don't picture the Heroine here because you don't set her up in the beginning, but generally, she should have a build similar to Law Hero's because she is a spellcaster and gun user.
Feel free to use / criticize, GAF.
MAIN CHARACTER
This build has two goals: get the MC through the beginning of the game, and prepare him to be adaptively well-rounded for the rest of the game. To achieve the first goal, I gave him +3 STR because he won't get any guns for a while (guns are your main way to attack, if you don't understand by now). For long term success, I will focus heavily on STM to increase survivability and give him incremental boosts in INT / SPD / LUK so that he can keep pace with the enemies in this game.
LAW HERO
Law Hero is the best spell user until you find the Heroine. He deals in guns and spells. Again, you can see that I am focusing on STM to increase survivability; but with this set, I transfer a great deal of points to MAG and give him a statistically optimal boost in INT as well so that he can cast stuff; he gets his MP boosted from this.
CHAOS HERO
Economically, I remember there being a consistent issue with giving everyone guns early on. I also remember that Chaos Hero's spells suck. Essentially, then, the best way to use Chaos Hero is as a physical attacker. I've given him a slight boost in INT / MAG / LUK so that he isn't totally useless in those departments (and gets some ideal stat boosts), but I mostly invest in STM / STR so that he can slap people around.
I don't picture the Heroine here because you don't set her up in the beginning, but generally, she should have a build similar to Law Hero's because she is a spellcaster and gun user.
BennyBlanco
aka IMurRIVAL69
Release: March 18, 2013 (iOS)
Whoops, good catch!
Edit: And yeah, I like to focus on strength at the very beginning too since you get a decent amount of HP boosting with it too if I recall. I also like speed to make sure I always get the jump on enemies to manage damage taken.
Because releasing a title digitally is a lot easier than finding someone who is willing to publish a physical version of the game? There are next to no games on the App Store that are only available in the US and not in Europe or vice versa.
Nerve bullets are fine, but charm is the king status effect in SMT1. It even works on most bosses in the game. Once charmed, they will attack themselves or allies for 4 turns.
Sometimes for regular battles you might opt for something else, like Medusa bullets, but charm is so good. Marin Karin, sexy dance, charm bullets. So good.
Sometimes for regular battles you might opt for something else, like Medusa bullets, but charm is so good. Marin Karin, sexy dance, charm bullets. So good.
bobawesome
Member
Looking at those stat screens makes me giddy with anticipation.
buddha0991
Member
You and I both, I hope this leads to 2 and If... localizations
yes LEWDDHA was a dumb name friends told me to put
Also wish my SMT 1 and 2 saves weren't long gone.
It's "dated". But in the awesome, nostalgia-laden, stat-focused, mechanically complex, and challenging way.
It's not for everyone, but if you love an old school RPG experience and want a storyline that isn't really shared or replicated by any other game series (as well as a ton of replay value from multiple story paths), you will become addicted instantly.
The problem with SMT1 in particular (not even SMT2 has this issue) is that you aren't really told what to do at some points and may need to consult a FAQ. If you can handle that, I'd say that even if you're bad at this kind of RPG, it's survivable.
I think this is true for a lot of us haha.
How do iOS game release times work anyways, is it midnight for each time zone?
SpaceBridge
Member
I'm worried about the impact of the story. What I mean is, not having been localized I've read plot synopsis of SMTI namely that the
Is there a lot more in the plot that can still have a good impact with lots of twists and surprised?
US ambassador is actually a demon who trigger a nuclear war.
buddha0991
Member
that is only like the first 30 minutes of the game, you are good
It's oooooooooold -1992 y'all-, a lot of its mechanics are outdated. Whatever you do, don't go into this expecting the efficiency of modern SMT games.
Go in expecting a challenging, but rewarding game that started it all!
GloriousBagel
Banned
#teamchaos
I'm excited to replay this on iOS. I emulated SMT on my PC, I'll replay on iOS to support the devs
falconxcrunner09
Member
Has there been any news regarding an Android version?
The Aeon Genesis translation, and really, any footage of the game whatsoever makes this very clear, yes.
Although it's not really a "war", just a total wasting of Tokyo.
I'd say that it's a main plot point for sure, but there's more depth to the story. The actual occurrence of that plot event as well as its aftermath will amaze you and make you wonder how they were possible to code in 1992.
Lack of buttons is not really a problem, but I personally really hate those button graphics that get in the way of half of the gameplay. It just looks so ugly. But, well, what can you do.
MaximoffZero
Banned
Hoping this comes out on Android sometime. I have never played a single SMT, but everything I've heard about has made me curious.
You can play in portrait mode, where the "screen" space isn't obscured.
Should be up on the US app store at 11 pm EST.
Exciting! I wonder if I should update to iOS 7.1 or not beforehand, hopefully there isn't some kinda compatibility thing that pops up.
Also added a little edit to the OP about portrait view.
I sure hope it doesn't require 7.1, because the Japanese release only requires 4.2 or 4.3, around there. I've kept my iPad 2 on iOS 5 because the later versions are slower on the iPad 2. I'd update to play this but I wouldn't be happy about it.
Because that would take work, and no one likes work
atlusprime
Atlus PR
It only requires iOS 4.3 (or greater)!
Graalwanderer
Member
Looking forward to finally play this game!
cj_iwakura
Member
By the by, I believe this has one of the best plots in SMT. Not necessarily casts, but plots. So many crazy things happen.
I really dig this art:
I really dig this art:
BinaryPork2737
Unconfirmed Member
That's a huge relief to see.