The Shin Megami Tensei Topic

Robo · Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2011 6:27 pm�� Post subject:

I do...
For about 2 reasons, 1st being that they're different compared to most puzzle games while the second is that puzzles are a great way of sharpening the mind. Plus I'm willing to bet there will be a dose of symbolism in each puzzle (bosses probably).

That being said, the dating sim stuff will almost definitely be more interesting. I figure most people will be willing to trudge through the puzzles to get to more story and still be satisfied with their purchase.
However it's also likely that fans will be disappointed considering the hype and the way it's been marketed for the most part.

Pagan's Mind · Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2011 6:46 pm�� Post subject:

I think it's been marketed the wrong way. Everyone I've seen talk about the game think it's an explicit erotic game which is simply not true at all. Even IGN's video review on Youtube has "hentai" as one of the tags

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Grubdog · Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2011 10:39 pm�� Post subject:

I stumbled upon a cheap copy of Shin Megami Tensei Digital Devil Saga 2 at ozgameshop for PS2, i'm really temped to get it. It'd be my first game in the series, how easy would it be to get into? Is it a good start? I'm a fan of RPGs like Dragon Quest and i've been looking for something a bit different.
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Pagan's Mind · Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2011 11:07 pm�� Post subject:

Digital Devil Saga is very accessible. It's similar to Nocturne but less emphasis on dungeon crawling and more on story and character development. I always recommend DDS as a starting point for anyone interested in the Shin Megami Tensei series.

I wouldn't start at DDS2 though. It's a direct continuation from DDS1 and really only half of the saga. If you can try to track down a copy of DDS1 before starting DDS2, it's generally pretty cheap too if you look on ebay.

OropherX · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 5:18 am�� Post subject:

Catherine deluxe edition unboxing.
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chibiandy · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 11:48 am�� Post subject:

I was looking over the preorder lists from EB Games with the Manager (going through what potential games will be out), and I saw Catherine listed in the database with a placeholder date. Don't know if it's a mistake or not, but we'll know in due time I guess
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Pagan's Mind · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 3:35 pm�� Post subject:

Actually better than I was expecting. The pizza box is smaller and not as flimsy as I thought it would be. I definitely prefer Catherine on the PS3 version cover

. And a full color manual, thank you Atlus!

chibiandy · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 3:42 pm�� Post subject:

I don't mind the size, it means I can cram it into my bag easily

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Jahanzeb · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 3:46 pm�� Post subject:

admeister · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 6:56 pm�� Post subject:

Every manual should be in colour imo, it's so much nicer!
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Priscilla · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 10:41 pm�� Post subject:

Oh that manual looks lovely!
I am so glad I preordered this. I like the size of the box too.
Ah! I wish it was out already.
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mattp91 · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 11:33 pm�� Post subject:

where did you guys pre-order this? I cant find anywhere delivering to Australia (besides eBay *shudder*)

chibiandy · Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 11:46 pm�� Post subject:

Dungeon Crawl and Videogameplus have the Deluxe edition for preorder. Dungeon Crawl is located in Melbourne, and VideoGamePlus are located in Canada I believe
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fatpizza · Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2011 12:29 pm�� Post subject:

Priscilla · Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2011 9:48 pm�� Post subject:

admeister · Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2011 11:30 pm�� Post subject:

I pre-ordered mine at Play-Asia.
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fatpizza · Posted: Thu Jul 21, 2011 3:59 pm�� Post subject:

Still debating whether I should go for Ozgameshop where I can get it for around $50, or videogamesplus/play-asia where I can get it for $70 with the bonus artbook/CD...
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OropherX · Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2011 5:33 am�� Post subject:

can still get for like $125 at mightyape <_<

Anyway Catherine announced for PAL release, aren't we all an impatient bunch?

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Jahanzeb · Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2011 1:40 pm�� Post subject:

Did anyone take advantage of the play-asia 20% off sale?
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Priscilla · Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2011 9:00 pm�� Post subject:

Robo · Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2011 9:17 pm�� Post subject:

Finally Pre-ordered hooray.
I screwed up and couldn't use coupons of 20% off, damn my lack of attention. Can't wait hopefully it arrives by Friday.

admeister · Posted: Wed Jul 27, 2011 1:00 pm�� Post subject:

Catherine has finally been released! Looking at the latest email from Atlus, it seems the game is getting good reviews from pretty much everywhere.

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Jahanzeb · Posted: Wed Jul 27, 2011 1:27 pm�� Post subject:

Awwww man why!

Now I have to buy it T_T
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sobriquet835 · Posted: Wed Jul 27, 2011 4:15 pm�� Post subject:

Aw man, why does it release when I have no money?

Pagan's Mind · Posted: Wed Jul 27, 2011 5:50 pm�� Post subject:

Hurry up and ship it VGP! I should have opted for courier shipping. It's gonna be a long week... or two.

The publicity Catherine is getting is just immense. I was seriously doubtful it would even get localized last year. It's also showing a surprising amount of people have some kind of grudge against Japanese culture and anime in general.

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