Today I went to GameStop to trade in some games which I decided not to sell on eBay since they no longer work. Shhhh. Anyway, as soon as I got there I started to search frantically for a copy of Valkyria Chronices which was recently given a hefty price cut in their “Game Days” sale. Rather than the standard price of around $59.99, a new copy will run you just $29.99! Considering how new the game is, and its quality versus some of the other crap on the list, this is a really good deal. Anyway I couldn’t find it so I figured I would ask at the counter.
As I was waiting in line to trade in my stuff, the GameStop employee was trying to convince the person in front of me about how good of a deal Valkyria Chronicle’s new price was, and explained that the last copy was in a cart right behind him. Naturally I took the opportunity to swoop down like a predatory owl descending upon a sleepy vole, clutching the game to my bosom. After my trade-in, I only ended up paying a little over $20 for a new copy of the game. Hell yeah.
If anyone out there was waiting on Valkyria Chronicles to go down in price, I highly recommend buying now. According to the GameStop employee, the sale will be in effect until the end of the month, but I guess most stores did not receive many copies for this promotion–my branch for instance only received 2 copies. This makes sense since GameStop is probably taking a blow with each copy that goes out the door. Go out there and grab it before they are all gone! It’s also important to note this sale is not available online.
In more exciting news, Sega announced that the DLC which came out a while back in Japan is going to be available on the Playstation Network this Spring:
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With the money I saved buying the game, I will have more than enough left over to pay for the DLC, giving me the complete package! I love getting a good deal.
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It looks like there is hope yet for the promise of a decent Metal Gear Solid 4 Bundle. The 80 GB one is on SonyStyle’s website making it official in my mind. More exciting still is that the bundle is available for pre-order at Circuit City.com for the previously announced price of $499.99. I have already pre-ordered mine, so unless something goes horribly wrong, I will be making my leap into the next generation.
Apparently the 40 GB version includes the Limited Edition of the game, which comes with a Blu-Ray disc containing 2 hours of exclusive content as well as a soundtrack and access to Metal Gear online. I am assuming the 80 GB bundle comes with the standard version of the game perhaps explaining the price difference.
On a personal level, twice the memory, backwards compatibility and an extra 100$ in my pocket is a better deal. What can I say, I am poor.
If this package interests you I highly recommend pre-ordering as soon as you possibly can. They will be available in EXTREMELY limited quantities relative to demand.
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Pre-order the 80 GB version here
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I recently made a post concerning the rarity of Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne, which has become available on Play-Asia. Some people were happy to hear the game was easier to find, and they didn’t need to spend close to $70 on eBay for it. Other people began asking me about Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga (Part 1). Apparently the second installment is infinitely easier to find in stores, and the first is nearly impossible. I decided to do some digging for the sake of my loyal readers (haha).
Who would have guessed, but it appears that Gamestop (as of April 22, 2008) has used copies available for $39.99 here. These copies are in stock and available to be shipped in 24 hours. I have checked Amazon.com, eBay, and Play-Asia among others. All of them are either overpriced or out of stock. I recommend acting fast if you want the game.
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 1 at Gamestop ($39.99) here
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Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2 at Amazon ($39.99) here.
Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne at Play-Asia ($44.90) here.
A story synopsis and explanation of gameplay elements can be found at the game’s official website.
image credits to:dokuganryu
Right around the time that Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 was picking up in popularity, word began spreading about Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne. People who couldn’t get enough of Persona 3 wanted the next closest thing, and Nocturne was it. At that point, the game was already rare due to a limited number of copies produced. Since then they have become even more scarce to the point where the only place you can find a copy is probably eBay or Amazon.com for around $70.00.
Imagine my surprise when I noticed that Play-Asia somehow has an unknown supply of brand-spankin’-new copies. If that wasn’t enough, they are (comparably) dirt cheap, priced at $44.90. If you are a new fan of the MegaTen series, now is the time to strike. You can purchase the game by clicking here.
Nocturne is about a teenage boy and his life after the cataclysmic event known as “The Conception” which effectively wiped out all humans, and caused the earth to become an eerie fusion of the demon world and the real world. The protagonist survives the same way as the earth, by becoming a hybrid– not quite demon and not quite human. He wanders the ruins of Japan in search of a reason, battling deadly demons and occasionally meeting friends who met similar fates.
The most unique feature of the game is the ability to recruit demons to your side via MegaTen’s patented “talk” system. Recruited demons can evolve, learn new abilities and become helpful allies. Nocturne also features multiple endings depending on the “reason” the player follows. The US version contains an optional series of dungeons known as “Kalpas” which can be used to (among other things) get Devil May Cry’s Dante to join your party. In addition to the extra dungeon, the US release comes with a bonus soundtrack disc.
Again, if you are at all interested in the series, and don’t own it yet, I highly recommend grabbing a copy.
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So this question is on the minds of all Wii and PS2 owners it seems. Normally I refrain from being so forward, but I think I just need to clarify for everyone. It is not a matter of Baroque being “good”, or “bad”. It is simply a question of if you are a match for Baroque. Here is a simple test to see find out if you should buy it:
Naturally, this formula is very lose and won’t apply to everyone. I know it is tempting for all the Wii owners out there to add a decent RPG to their collection, but don’t assume that this game is for you, simply because it can be called an RPG. My recommendation is to become a bit more familiar with the genre. Or if your grill is solid gold, just buy it anyway.
Previous articles about Baroque
Baroque (Wii and PS2) OST
Nintendo Power’s 3/10 Review
Baroque Exclusive Artwork
Baroque Preview
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My name is Roy and this is my blog about games that I enjoy. My favorite games are RPGs, but there are a few wild cards from time to time. I use my elementary knowledge of Japanese language and culture to translate info on upcoming games in Japan. When time (and publishers!) permit I also preview games and write reviews.
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by Level Five
Hours Played: 35-40
Recent Accomplishment:
Georama Level: 7
Clan Level: 7
Trying to make some of the higher level job parts, they take a lot of rare elements which has be questing my ass off. Should be able to reincarnate my character soon!