Category: Games

As many of you know, I am not a hardcore fighting-game player, mainly an RPG kind-of gal. I may play a session or two, but definitely wouldn’t spend money a this type of game. Well, after reviewing the BlazBlue trailer, I was completely sold. I was truly intrigued by its anime-like characters, fabulous 2D artwork, vivid colors and storyline. 2D certainly has not lost its touch, I was in awe while watching reviews in HD.

The limited edition is definitely something now to miss, which comes with a two-disc soundtrack and a bonus DVD filled with helpful tutorial information — all for the same price of a standard game.

Too bad the PS3 limited version was sold out in most, if not all online places(this edition is not available in stores), and had to settle for the XBox one. Since I have both systems, it was not a biggie. My brother is insisted on the PS3 one, he wanted the Blu-ray version — a moment too late though.

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger features twelve, extraordinarily detailed, hand-drawn characters in true high-definition glory. Each character has been finely crafted to express their personality traits through unique “Drive” attacks that can turn the tide of battle instantly. Fans of the Guilty Gear series will also be pleased hear the hard-hitting rock soundtrack, composed by famed Guilty Gear creator, Daisuke Ishiwatari!

“As the spiritual successor to the Guilty Gear series, BlazBlue pushes the 2D fighting game genre by introducing intuitive system mechanics with beautiful 2D animation and gorgeous 3D backgrounds,” states Michael Manzanares, Associate Producer, Aksys Games. “Once you play BB, you’ll find it hard to go back to anything less.”

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger Features

The First HD 2D Fighter from the Creators of the Guilty Gear Series!
Be prepared to be blinded by the awesomeness that is BlazBlue, with its stunning characters-each one animated with over 1800 frames of hand-drawn, high-definition sprites!

Console-Exclusive Content!
Brand new music, animations, backgrounds, and a fully fleshed-out story mode have been made exclusively for the console release!

Dual Language Support!
Experience the fully realized BlazBlue saga with fully-voiced dialogue in English or Japanese!

Online Battle
Train your skills online through ranked and player battles. Create online lobbies where up to six players can battle each other or spectate from the sidelines to gauge their opponents!

A Plethora of Defensive and Offensive Options at Your Disposal!
Take advantage of Barriers, Counter Assaults, Rapid Cancels, Barrier Bursts, Ukemi Tactics, Distortion Drives, and console-exclusive Astral Heat for all characters!

From digitalsomething.com

Trailer:
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_rL-D4bMwI

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You’ve guess it, another RPG adventure begins for moi. This time, Atelier Iris: Eternal Mana was selected. The completed of Persona 3 had taken place about a month ago and went on a break. However, the itch could not be suppressed any longer and wanted to play a new game. My brother had suggested Atelier Iris, thus, my journey begins with this NIS America title.

The game is set in the world of Regallzine, home to alchemy and mana or magical spells. The kingdom is separated due to war, internal affairs and secrets. Our hero is Klein Kiesling, who is a wandering alchemists. The adventure begins when he meets face-to-face with a monster and a girl, named Lita Blanchimont, rescues him…. You can find more info on the Atelier Iris: Eternal Mana site.

The hand-drawn backgrounds and sprites are nice in the Playstation 2 environment; the character designs are especially cute. It has a traditional turn-based battling system with a dash of cool-looking special effects; it also has a good number of random battles. Soundtrack is upbeat and cheerful, has a Japanese anime flavor much like most RPGs.

The game has been interested and fun, played about 5 hours so far. I especially like the Help menu feature, which provides hints to your next objective. Usually find myself using this during the begin of my game session.

Trailer:
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-Q1nEQI-zY

On a side note, I had just pre-ordered Final Fantasy VII Advent Children Complete from Yesasia. Yep, this one includes the Final Fantasy XIII Trial. Though, I have seem Advent Children previously, the graphics are too impressive not to avoid. Yes, it was expensive, but who would miss an opportunity to play FFXIII.

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Started on Persona 3 about a month, it has been quite enjoyable that I look forward to play time each evening.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 was developed and published by Atlus for the Sony PlayStation 2 console system. It is the third game for the Shin Megami Tensei series and was released in North America mid-August 2007.

The main character portrays a high school senior which had just transfered to Gekkoukan High School. Due to many events which had occurred in the past, the Dark Hour takes place each night, a period which occurs prior to the turning of the next day. Only a selected few remain conscious during this time frame, one being the main character, while the others remain in coffins and unaware of this event.

This is where fun begins, the high school transfers into a huge labyrinthine tower called “Tartarus.” Along comes beasts called “Shadows,” who lurk viciously within the tower, preying on the minds of the conscious. The main character along with the members of the “Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad” (SEES), has taken the duty to battle against phenomena.

Each member possess the potential, which is the ability to summon a Persona to aid his or her in battle. A Persona has unique abilities such as special attacks and healing attributes. To call forth one,  one has to aim and fire a gun-like object called an “Evoker” at his or her head. This has not provide any physical damage to its user, however, emotional stress could be brought forth the Persona.

The game occurs over the course of Japanese school calendar year, which runs from April to mid-July. Daily life revolves attending class, school activities or trips to locations around town. Nights are spending in battle and/or studying and sleep. Activities are used on leveling up one’s ability and skills.

Reference: Persona 3 on Wikipedia

I’m currently playing Persona 3 FES, which is the director’s cut to the game and includes both Persona 3 and its expansion pack — titled The Journey and The Answer, respectively.

Forty plus hours have been played, there has not been an ounce of boredom. Each of the characters have been well developed with their own personalities and abilities. Though, the plot possess typical RPG elements, the dialog had been nicely written — understandable and informative, as well as, witty and humorous at times.  The artwork is also unique and creative, which I have taken a fond of.

With that said, I continue to embark The Journey , hoping to complete the game by the end of the year and begin The Answer after the holidays. There is still three more powerful bosses to defeat and numerous of paths must be open to climb the massive ‘Tartarus,” however, I think I will be able to accomplish it.

US Trailer:
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T85-Obx9iE8

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