Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked, Atlus' remake of the DS original, has a new trailer which reveals that the game'll be available for North American players on August 23. The game's three biggest selling-points – higher-resolution graphics, fully-voiced script and another day added to the story – are hard things to highlight in trailer form, but the video gives it the old college try. Have a look and see what you think...
Sure, it's nice to see a second heavyweight RPG title joining the rather lonely Kingdom Hearts for the 3DS line-up. But should we really care about this DS port?
Atlus expected Persona (PSP) to sell 50,000 units, it's at 160,000 units now. More sales figures for Persona 4, Devil Survivor, and Devil Summoner 2 at the link.
The NGamer magazine has brought some interesting review scores in its latest issue. Check them out.
Russ writes GameStop, by the way, is offering new copies of Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2: Kuzunoha Raidou versus King Abaddon with Raiho plush for $35 dollars. I think I broke a promise to myself never to type that again somewhere.
BeefJack writes: Seriously, at least three ass-tonnes have been released of footage from the game. Showing off a good number of characters doing everything from ogling over their favorite indie singer or just being introduced. I'm glad to see that the series is heading in a slightly different direction, taking on more of a strategy RPG element instead of a turn-based RPG style of play.
The Examiner.com writes: Every week I'll let you know what Nintendo DS publishers have in store for your time and your wallet. Instead of lazy lists, you'll get intelligent game summaries, our weekly recommendation, and where to snag the best deals.
Atlus has released the first English screenshots for their upcoming new game in the Shin Megami Tensei franchise, Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor. Is it the first game in the series on the Nintendo DS, and uses a strategy RPG (SRPG) format except in battles, where it uses the classic over-the-shoulder viewpoint like the earlier games in the series.
411mania talks about this week's game releases. Highlights include Raiden Fighters Aces, Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs King Abaddon, and Help Wanted.
411mania talks about this week's game releases. Highlights include Persona, Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier, and Velvet Assassin.