General and Gaming => Modern Video Games => Topic started by: varkias on April 11, 2012, 06:53:25 pm
Title: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on April 11, 2012, 06:53:25 pm
Anyone aware this game is currently being translated and coming out here early next year? The videos look pretty interesting, they have a Hayao Miyazaki feel to them. I'm not much of an anime fan but I love Princess Mononoke and some of his other movies. If you know more please share!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aAs-vZ4rZE
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on April 11, 2012, 08:07:09 pm
I see now that Studio Ghibli (Princess Mononoke, Ponyo, Spirited Away etc) is involved, hence the resemblance.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jcalder8 on April 12, 2012, 12:40:01 am
I haven't heard about it but it looks interesting. I'll check it out more once there is a release date.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on April 12, 2012, 06:12:41 am
Yeah, I read about that back when it was only for Japan and then last October Namco Bandai announced they are bringing it to the US. What I recall most is that the price was quite high for a regular release in Japan. I'll assume in the US it will be the regular $59.99; Japan was charging about double that when it released.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: amauriel on April 12, 2012, 01:16:06 pm
OOOooooOOOOO!!! I had never heard about the U.S. localization.
*squee*
I love Studio Ghibli.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on April 12, 2012, 04:43:24 pm
haha @amauriel... It kinds of feels like Dragon Quest XIII too.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on April 13, 2012, 12:49:54 am
Why ... why ... why did I click that video? Im regretting it now ... cause Im going to buy the hell out of that game and play it and lose my family. That shit looks AWESOME! And Ill be damned if I dont have a septum ring and going to have a lantern hanging from my nose soon.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on April 13, 2012, 04:57:54 pm
There is an article and video with some English voice-over work today on Joystiq, can't wait.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on April 13, 2012, 05:07:47 pm
Pre-ordered. Along with The Last Story.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: amauriel on April 18, 2012, 02:16:51 am
Wasn't sure if you guys even knew about this, but originally that game was both DS and PS3. I was more pumped for the handheld...but I guess that's no longer a viable option.
Any mention anywhere of a release date other than "next year" ?
Namco held Global Gamer's Day in Las Vegas recently and stated Q1 2013. That's quite a ways off so they probably won't get any more specific for a while.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on April 18, 2012, 01:39:56 pm
Yeah just read the new post on RPGFan that just mentioned the same thing. Hopefully if I get a pre-order in quick enough, Ill be first in line for a collector's set too. I kind of got shafted on the Diablo III one cause the day they mentioned a release date was the cut off for getting that. Since no date is listed for this one, Ill get my pre-order in asap.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on April 18, 2012, 02:09:27 pm
I was following this pretty closely for a while when it was still under production. It looks fantastic and I'll definitely be picking it up.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on April 19, 2012, 06:58:20 pm
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on June 29, 2012, 04:33:04 pm
Oh man, that plushie is super cute.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on June 29, 2012, 05:46:50 pm
I seem to remember seeing an amazingly *SWEET* Limited/Collector's edition for this...
...I'm not sure if it was exclusive Japan or Europe (I, for one, ver much hope to see it here :) but, it came w/ it's own/custom (IIRC, gold) colored PS3 (w/ Ni-No-Kuni) pics, engravings, logos, and characters 'etched' onto the PS3!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on June 29, 2012, 10:53:42 pm
Ive had this on pre-order for 2 months now ... its a long damned wait ... I hope we get some super badass LE!
And my septum is pierced. I should put a lantern through it.
*EDIT* click on the link. It says its available in America only through their site. I wonder if I have to cancel my pre-order with Gamestop. It also gives a legitimate release date of 1/22/13.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on June 30, 2012, 02:20:08 am
Oh snap! I didn't see the update, I'll have to get this ordered!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on June 30, 2012, 10:13:51 am
As much as I like that LE, I'm gonna have to pass on it. Not a price issue, really, more of a space and need to save up money issue. ha
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on July 05, 2012, 08:47:30 am
Namco is bringing the Wizard's Edition to the US but it's exclusive to their clubNamco store.
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The Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch – Wizard’s Edition will include a 300+ page hardback physical copy of the Wizard’s Companion, the spellbook Oliver uses throughout his journey in the game. The full-color Wizard’s Companion contains a bestiary of all the creatures found in the game along with in-depth item descriptions, spells and history of the other world. The limited-run Wizard’s Edition will also contain a plush doll of Drippy, Oliver’s guide through his adventures, as well as exclusive “golden mite” and “golden drongo” DLC familiars. The Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch – Wizard’s Edition has a MSRP of $99.99 and is available for pre-order now, exclusively at www.clubNAMCO.com for a limited time.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on July 19, 2012, 01:44:38 pm
And now they have some program called Ninostarter where pre-orders unlock items:
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NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. is giving JRPG fans the opportunity to add additional bonus items to the recently announced Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ – Wizard’s Edition through a program called Ninostarter!
Ninostarter is an exclusive North American crowd sourcing initiative where NAMCO BANDAI Games America will harness the enthusiasm of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch fans to unlock additional items that will be included in the North American Wizard’s Edition when the game ships on January 22, 2013.
Ninostarter works by tracking the number of Wizard’s Edition preorders being placed exclusively on www.clubNamco.com; as the Wizard’s Edition pre-order numbers rise, additional Wizard’s Edition items will be unlocked when pre-established levels of preorders are reached. Fans will have to act fast to unlock additional items in the Wizard’s Edition as clubNamco.com will stop taking pre-orders for the Wizard’s Edition on August 31, 2012 in North America.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on August 06, 2012, 03:10:38 pm
Some cool new pre-order bonuses for those that don't want the expensive Wizard's Edition offered by Namco: http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/03/pre-order-ni-no-kuni-to-meet-the-griffy/
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on August 06, 2012, 03:25:13 pm
Agh... Now I want to preorder but it's yet another game I won't be able to play for a while. Already preordering The Last Story, and who knows when I'll be able to play that (unless I borrow a Wii in the next few weeks).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on August 07, 2012, 11:58:12 pm
Agh... Now I want to preorder but it's yet another game I won't be able to play for a while. Already preordering The Last Story, and who knows when I'll be able to play that (unless I borrow a Wii in the next few weeks).
I have them both pre ordered and I can't tell you when I'll have time to play either. But when I can, I'll have them both on hand. I couldn't take the chance in not finding, at least, Last Story. Its one that I felt may get over inflated, thanks to its placement in the wii lifespan.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 21, 2012, 11:40:11 pm
I am definitely looking forward to this. Im hoping I get a chance to pre-order the wizard's edition. I think this is going to be my timesink next year.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 22, 2012, 11:57:50 pm
Ugh just noticed that the website is going to stop taking pre-orders on the game August 31. I have got to come into some money fast. :(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on August 23, 2012, 01:19:14 pm
Yeah, wish they gave a little more time. I just finally got mine pre-ordered.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on August 23, 2012, 01:45:22 pm
Ugh just noticed that the website is going to stop taking pre-orders on the game August 31. I have got to come into some money fast. :(
Well technically you shouldn't be charged until the item ships, so you could pre-order now and take care of the money in the meantime.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 23, 2012, 01:59:29 pm
Cheers! I didnt realize they would charge at ship date. I assumed it was purchase date. Its ordered now!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 24, 2012, 08:07:26 am
Well, damn it. It has a hold of the price on my credit card and I didnt have the spare money for it. I really hope its just a temporary thing cause if not, Im really screwed.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on August 24, 2012, 09:33:17 am
Crap, that's really weird. All online stores that have pre-orders that I've dealt with never charged until the item was about to ship, that's how they all work. Maybe you can contact their customer service?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on August 24, 2012, 09:35:59 am
Oh man, that sucks. :(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 24, 2012, 12:00:59 pm
They could have been verifying the account ... but why do it with the entire purchase price? Most places have only verified with a $1.00 check.
*EDIT* I just called them. It was a temp hold on the money. It only lasts a few days so I am good still.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on August 24, 2012, 01:52:29 pm
Well that's a relief. I do wonder why the process is like that though, it clearly causes potential problems as we just saw.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on August 27, 2012, 06:37:47 pm
On a more cheerful note, canadians can now pre-order it! So I'm doing that now.
*edit* I wonder if they'll extend the pre-order time because canadians are catching it pretty late.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 30, 2012, 08:41:26 pm
Your wish has been granted! http://rpgfan.com/news/2012/1849.html
I hope it makes it to bonus #2 with the extended time. Regardless, Im glad I pre-ordered. I really see this game as my sole obsession next year.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on August 30, 2012, 09:15:43 pm
Cool stuff. And since we're at 81% towards the next bonus, I do think we'll reach it pretty easily.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 30, 2012, 10:53:52 pm
It only has 4 days though ... lets hope the people at that convention really like the pre-order idea! I love every thought of this game already and an extra bonus is going to make me a super happy mofo.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on August 31, 2012, 12:38:22 pm
Good news! I see they are adding a soundtrack now as well!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 31, 2012, 01:04:43 pm
Up to 88% now with 3 days to go. Good luck this weekend!
Btw, is anyone getting a copy from a different pre-order source? Im keeping my pre-order at Gamestop as well as this one.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on August 31, 2012, 06:14:40 pm
I just received an email that says the release date has changed to September 4th. Anyone else get this? That seems odd, I feel like I'm reading it wrong
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on August 31, 2012, 06:17:38 pm
I just received an email that the release date has changed to September 4th. Anyone else get this? That seems odd, I feel like I'm reading it wrong
Yup, here's what I got:
Quote from: Namco Bandai
Dear my name,
Thank you for ordering on Namco Bandai Games America. The release date for the preorder product has changed. The product listed below will now be available on September 4, 2012.
That sounds really weird.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 31, 2012, 07:06:22 pm
I just got one too. I dont see how they could have changed the release date from the end of January to a couple days from now.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on August 31, 2012, 07:08:55 pm
Yeah, just received another one saying it was changed to January 23rd 2013. Guess someone at Namco screwed up :P
That woulda been the greatest pre-order bonus though, getting the game almost 5 months early :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on August 31, 2012, 07:31:06 pm
haha yep, got the fixed now too.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on August 31, 2012, 11:59:24 pm
lmfao, I got my email too. I was getting worried honestly cause I wasnt ready to pay for it yet. :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on September 01, 2012, 08:32:01 am
Amazon has it still listed as January 2013 for me. If it's dropping on Monday, I may need to cancel my preorder and pick it up later.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on September 01, 2012, 11:16:38 am
Its fixed. It was just a weird email that got sent out to people saying that the Wizard's edition was going to be available in a few days. They sent in an update email saying the right date.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jcalder8 on September 01, 2012, 11:39:11 am
@soera, where can you check to see how far away they are from the next bonus level?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on September 01, 2012, 11:49:57 am
@soera, where can you check to see how far away they are from the next bonus level?
It's hard to actually tell just how many people they need to reach the goal, but http://www.ninostarter.com/
Thanks
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on September 13, 2012, 07:26:16 pm
Did anyone pay attention to the Ninostarter at the end of the deadline? I know right now its 9 days past but its almost 20% into the 3rd reward. Im wondering if the second goal was reached before the deadline. I sure hope so!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on September 14, 2012, 03:13:59 pm
I think it was just a couple percent off, wonder if they'll throw it in anyway?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on September 20, 2012, 03:27:42 pm
After reading the forums for Ni No Kuni, I think the Ninostarter and the pre-order option ended at the same time ... so whatever its at is what it got at the goal time end. Im guessing we will get the second reward but I was hoping they would have at least mentioned what the third reward would have been. :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on November 02, 2012, 08:30:47 pm
Ran across some "new to me" videos and thought I'd share, found them while surfing Level 5's website.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8TSga7bbtk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uz72hXkuWOo
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on November 02, 2012, 11:00:48 pm
If any of you guys happen to stumble into Gamestop within the next couple of weeks, one of the covers of Game Informer is Ni No Kuni and has a 5-6 page spread on it. If you get lucky like I did, you can just ask for a copy. :) Im going to bag&board my copy and put it with my wizard's edition when it arrives. :D
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on November 03, 2012, 04:49:48 pm
Oh nice, thanks for the heads up. Gonna stop by there today then :D
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on November 05, 2012, 02:04:08 am
If any of you guys happen to stumble into Gamestop within the next couple of weeks, one of the covers of Game Informer is Ni No Kuni and has a 5-6 page spread on it. If you get lucky like I did, you can just ask for a copy. :) Im going to bag&board my copy and put it with my wizard's edition when it arrives. :D
Ugh, yeah, I got the Beyond Two Souls cover (subscriber) and was disappointed I didn't get the Ni No Kuni one... :\
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on November 05, 2012, 09:11:52 am
Thats the one I got from my subscription too. I went to the store and told them I was a subscriber and that I was hoping to get the Ni No Kuni cover and they just gave me the one they had on their counter.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on November 05, 2012, 11:10:30 am
Oh sweet... maybe I'll try that :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on December 03, 2012, 07:16:50 pm
http://rpgfan.com/news/2012/2161.html
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on December 03, 2012, 07:35:32 pm
I kinda don't want to try the demo... partly because... well, if it sucks I'll be disappointed that I pre-ordered the wizard edition :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on December 04, 2012, 03:47:49 pm
I've been following the game close enough I just can't imagine being disappointed. Going to try this out tonight, thanks for the news!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on December 04, 2012, 03:52:42 pm
I just checked the PS store and nothing yet. And I know they just did maintenance. I wonder around what time do they do the weekly updates to the new stuff.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on December 04, 2012, 03:55:01 pm
I wonder around what time do they do the weekly updates to the new stuff.
Yeah, Sony are kinda... random. Some days they'll have it up at 3PM, other times it'll take until midnight. Somehow in 6 years they haven't managed to make their updates timely.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on December 04, 2012, 08:14:01 pm
It's up now! 2.6GB download
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on December 04, 2012, 08:18:55 pm
Thanks Varkias, Ill get it in a few minutes!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on December 04, 2012, 10:36:40 pm
Installing!
Not sure when I'll get to test it out though. But I'm excited.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on December 05, 2012, 01:15:03 pm
I ran the first half last night, a lot of potential! I liked the emotion capture too, adds some depth to the standard run-around and talk to everybody. Can't wait to see some new poke... er battle minions. First boss fight was pretty enjoyable. I'll try the second part tonight if I have time. The art for this game is so damn good...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on December 05, 2012, 01:53:02 pm
My 4 year old turned on my PS3 before I woke up today and I heard him say Ni No Kuni is here! I feel proud that he recognizes it already ... but now he wont let me play it. :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on December 05, 2012, 02:14:57 pm
My 4 year old turned on my PS3 before I woke up today and I heard him say Ni No Kuni is here! I feel proud that he recognizes it already ... but now he wont let me play it. :P
Too cute!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on December 05, 2012, 02:29:51 pm
My 4 year old turned on my PS3 before I woke up today and I heard him say Ni No Kuni is here! I feel proud that he recognizes it already ... but now he wont let me play it. :P
Too cute for Soera!
fix'd :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on December 05, 2012, 07:34:45 pm
My 4 year old turned on my PS3 before I woke up today and I heard him say Ni No Kuni is here! I feel proud that he recognizes it already ... but now he wont let me play it. :P
haha awesome
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on December 05, 2012, 08:50:05 pm
http://rpgfan.com/news/2012/2168.html
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on December 06, 2012, 02:16:42 pm
Sweet vid, thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on December 21, 2012, 09:57:27 am
http://rpgfan.com/news/2012/2200.html
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on December 21, 2012, 04:29:06 pm
I hope to see Ghibli do more projects like this one. One more month!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on December 25, 2012, 10:09:08 pm
A long preview, without spoiling anything. Gives a better idea about quests etc.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0o9xLek3-U
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 09, 2013, 12:09:26 am
http://rpgfan.com/news/2013/1010.html
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 10, 2013, 11:52:01 am
News for overseas people who ordered this : http://www.computerandvideogames.com/385490/ni-no-kuni-delayed-by-a-week-in-europe-and-australasia/?cid=otc-rss&attr=cvg-general-rss&site=uk
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 10, 2013, 12:40:06 pm
I had seen this recently in the Gamestop newsletter they send. An after watching the video I really need to preorder mine.... not to much longer either.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 10, 2013, 09:16:11 pm
Yep! Hardcover guide is now available for pre-order as well, comes with another in-game poke... thing.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 11, 2013, 08:39:11 am
I downloaded the demo, but have been holding off on playing it. Mainly cause I don't want to spoil anything. But I have a friend who said she had a hell of a time with the combat system and was dying all over the place until she got used to it. She suggested playing the demo, for no other reason than to learn the battle system ahead of time.
Thoughts?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 11, 2013, 09:39:21 am
The demo wont spoil too much I dont think. The battle system is pretty tough. But I think it will become second nature once you start working on the game.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 11, 2013, 10:42:22 am
The demo wont spoil too much I dont think. The battle system is pretty tough. But I think it will become second nature once you start working on the game.
My thoughts exactly!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 11, 2013, 10:52:25 am
Yep! Hardcover guide is now available for pre-order as well, comes with another in-game poke... thing.
Really? I only saw was the steel aluminum case with alternative artwork of Oliver and drippy...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 11, 2013, 11:28:59 am
So how do I go about getting a copy of the super fancy edition? I'm not seeing it anywhere.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 11, 2013, 11:38:36 am
The wizard's edition was available through Bandai only til Sept 1 I believe. Ive heard people selling their pre-order on Ebay but they are asking almost 3 times what it cost initially. Here's a link and maybe you can call them. http://store.namcobandaigames.com/store/namcous/en_US/pd/productID.253168700/Ni-no-Kuni-Wrath-of-the-White-Witch-â-Wizards-Edition-Club-Namco-Exclusive.html?resid=T35eoAoBAlcAAG1dDlUAAAAM&rests=1357922359698
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 11, 2013, 11:43:58 am
Hmmm...I didn't even know there was a club Namco. We'll see. I want to play the game but I might just go pick up the standard edition after release.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 11, 2013, 02:18:04 pm
Yep! Hardcover guide is now available for pre-order as well, comes with another in-game poke... thing.
Really? I only saw was the steel aluminum case with alternative artwork of Oliver and drippy...
I think Varkias was referring to this: http://www.amazon.com/Ni-No-Kuni-Wrath-Official/dp/030789598X/ref=bxgy_cc_vg_text_a
An I really like the amazon deal better than gamestops :)
Haha, yeah. No GS-exclusive with that guide, though I know they usually do a 15% discount or something when you buy the guide with the game.
But Amazon is still cheaper... Looks like Ni No Kuni is #1 Bestseller on Amazon's list of PS3 games and the guide is the #1 Bestseller for guides... Maybe that demo and battle system convinced people that they might need the guide after all... Or maybe they're buying it for the possible art inside?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 11, 2013, 02:49:00 pm
Mmmm Im interested in that guide. I want the complete Ni No Kuni package! I really hope this thing lives up to my expectations. :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 11, 2013, 03:49:22 pm
I downloaded the demo, but have been holding off on playing it. Mainly cause I don't want to spoil anything. But I have a friend who said she had a hell of a time with the combat system and was dying all over the place until she got used to it. She suggested playing the demo, for no other reason than to learn the battle system ahead of time.
Thoughts?
It is tough the first run through, after having trouble the first time I realized there is SO much room for improvement. Second playthrough I really got used to the fight mechanics and it was much easier. I had a blast with the demo, you really have to use some tactics to come out on top in the fights.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 12, 2013, 04:56:42 am
Yep! Hardcover guide is now available for pre-order as well, comes with another in-game poke... thing.
Really? I only saw was the steel aluminum case with alternative artwork of Oliver and drippy...
I think Varkias was referring to this: http://www.amazon.com/Ni-No-Kuni-Wrath-Official/dp/030789598X/ref=bxgy_cc_vg_text_a
That's the one :D
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 14, 2013, 03:37:32 pm
The guide is going to be cheaper to order from Amazon even if you have a Gamestop rewards card and buy the pair together.
In other news, Game Informer magazine did a review of the game. They gave it a 7 (which is a bit disappointing of a score for me). Reviewer said that the battles can get very overwhelming and very frequently. I take it with a grain of salt cause this is the magazine that is published by Gamestop and they are all about fps and sports games as well as highly recognized titles. Ni No Kuni has flown under the radar by all but the most interested gamers so far and, as such, I dont think they are going to try to "push" the game as much as AC III or the latest bullshit Call of Duty installation.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on January 14, 2013, 07:07:11 pm
In other news, Game Informer magazine did a review of the game. They gave it a 7 (which is a bit disappointing of a score for me). Reviewer said that the battles can get very overwhelming and very frequently. I take it with a grain of salt cause this is the magazine that is published by Gamestop and they are all about fps and sports games as well as highly recognized titles. Ni No Kuni has flown under the radar by all but the most interested gamers so far and, as such, I dont think they are going to try to "push" the game as much as AC III or the latest bullshit Call of Duty installation.
Yeah, I tend to not trust reviewers in general, especially when it comes to RPGs. To most "professional" reviewers anything more complicated than centering your screen on what you want dead and pressing a button is considered "bad" or "average". I think DmC reviews are proof of that (saying stuff like "this game is good because the combat system sucks compared to the previous ones!"... and I'd love to be kidding).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on January 15, 2013, 12:01:15 pm
I also don't often pay attention to mainstream media's review scores, though I will read reviews, more so after playing a game to see why I think a game isn't as good as a score I see. In any case, IGN sure likes this game: http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/01/15/ni-no-kuni-wrath-of-the-white-witch-review
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 15, 2013, 01:50:38 pm
I agree, I tend to look to youtube for reviews these days and listen to reviews from people who like the same games as me. One more week! I pulled out a second tv so my cousin can come over and we can play at the same time :P We did this for Skyrim as well.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 16, 2013, 04:01:29 pm
Ni no Kuni · 9,294 like this 13 minutes ago · SUPER SPECIAL NEWS!!!
Wizards Edition Re-stock available 1/17/2013 on ClubNamco !
We have last-minute stock of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch that will be available to fans on http://bit.ly/UIm52U. So if you missed it the first time around, this is your last chance!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 16, 2013, 04:12:40 pm
If I had extra money I'd go for it. But as it stands I'm still gonna pass on it.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 16, 2013, 04:49:47 pm
Hopefully Darko sees this as he mentioned he wanted the wizard's edition.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 16, 2013, 06:58:59 pm
Indeed I did. I'll try to pick one up tomorrow.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 16, 2013, 07:32:15 pm
They updated their FB post:
Wizards Edition Re-stock available on 1/17/2013 on ClubNamco !
We have last-minute stock of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch that will be available to fans on http://bit.ly/UIm52U http://store.namcobandaigames.com/. So if you missed it the first time around, this is your last chance!
***
I might also try to help crash their site as a friend of mine was having regrets about not getting one in September. Orrrr I can hold it over Scott's head for whenever he gets money ;D :$
EDITED: BECAUSE THEY CHANGED THE PURCHASE LINK ON THEIR FB POST.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 16, 2013, 07:44:20 pm
Orrrr I can hold it over Scott's head for whenever he gets money ;D :$
Nooooooo
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 16, 2013, 07:48:26 pm
Behold! an unboxing video of the Wizard's Edition! That artbook is looking pretty freakin' sweet:
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on January 16, 2013, 08:32:24 pm
I'm starting to be really hyped for this. I'm never satisfied by limited editions like this (though I'm looking at the unboxing and this is nice stuff), but in this case I really wanted to support the release of a great-looking JRPG, since sadly a lot of gamers nowadays aren't interested in them anymore and the games need any support they can get.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 17, 2013, 12:04:32 pm
I'm starting to be really hyped for this. I'm never satisfied by limited editions like this (though I'm looking at the unboxing and this is nice stuff), but in this case I really wanted to support the release of a great-looking JRPG, since sadly a lot of gamers nowadays aren't interested in them anymore and the games need any support they can get.
Me too - I really wanted to support this one as well :)
I missed-out on the Wizard's Edition...and it made my day to see our DESOCIETAS' post & link this morning...until I found out that I couldn't order one...or even join the store :o
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 17, 2013, 01:07:15 pm
Why would you not be able to join?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 17, 2013, 01:19:35 pm
I'm starting to be really hyped for this. I'm never satisfied by limited editions like this (though I'm looking at the unboxing and this is nice stuff), but in this case I really wanted to support the release of a great-looking JRPG, since sadly a lot of gamers nowadays aren't interested in them anymore and the games need any support they can get.
Me too - I really wanted to support this one as well :)
I missed-out on the Wizard's Edition...and it made my day to see our DESOCIETAS' post & link this morning...until I found out that I couldn't order one...or even join the store :o
I just ordered an extra one, but it's still available. That link I posted above is just to the description page, unfortunately. They want you to go to the main Club Namco (http://store.namcobandaigames.com/) site and there's a tiny button that says PREORDER when they show the Ni No Kuni image. Click on that and you'll be set! (and out $100...)
Sorry, I was confused, too, when I was looking at the item page. Just had copypasta'd what the FB post said.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 17, 2013, 01:20:24 pm
I mean - I saw the item/Item-description...but could not find anything like an "add to cart" and/or "buy this item"...anywhere...
As for *Joining*...
...All I could find was "Log-in to your account" / (using your e-mail addy + password)...same as before...I could *NOT* find:
"Make/Create a New Account", etc...
Has anybody *HERE* actually been able to *Sucessfully* complete and/or pre-order (w/ some/ sort of accompanying order-confirmation) a Ni No Kuni: Wizard's Edition through this link yet?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 17, 2013, 01:40:53 pm
Has anybody *HERE* actually been able to *Sucessfully* complete and/or pre-order (w/ some/ sort of accompanying order-confirmation) a Ni No Kuni: Wizard's Edition through this link yet?
Yup! I got one and it looks like the preorder button is still working. Check my reply above your's - I put up instructions (it's different than how I ordered it the first time around).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 17, 2013, 01:58:09 pm
I'm starting to be really hyped for this. I'm never satisfied by limited editions like this (though I'm looking at the unboxing and this is nice stuff), but in this case I really wanted to support the release of a great-looking JRPG, since sadly a lot of gamers nowadays aren't interested in them anymore and the games need any support they can get.
Me too - I really wanted to support this one as well :)
I missed-out on the Wizard's Edition...and it made my day to see our DESOCIETAS' post & link this morning...until I found out that I couldn't order one...or even join the store :o
I just ordered an extra one, but it's still available. That link I posted above is just to the description page, unfortunately. They want you to go to the main Club Namco (http://store.namcobandaigames.com/) site and there's a tiny button that says PREORDER when they show the Ni No Kuni image. Click on that and you'll be set! (and out $100...)
Sorry, I was confused, too, when I was looking at the item page. Just had copypasta'd what the FB post said.
Thanks, -"D"...
That did the trick + 1 Happily-Confirmed pre-order-er (Me:) of the Ni No Kuni's Wizard's Edition = :-* ('s) all around for Desocietas: Giver of Second Chances...All Hail, etc :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 17, 2013, 02:01:12 pm
That did the trick + 1 Happily-Confirmed pre-order-er (Me:) of the Ni No Kuni's Wizard's Edition = :-* ('s) all around for Desocietas: Giver of Second Chances...All Hail, etc :P
Haha, yay! If they weren't available, I would've sent you they extra I just ordered. Whether or not I would've charged you eBay prices, however... 8) :-X ;)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 17, 2013, 02:03:51 pm
That did the trick + 1 Happily-Confirmed pre-order-er (Me:) of the Ni No Kuni's Wizard's Edition = :-* ('s) all around for Desocietas: Giver of Second Chances...All Hail, etc :P
Haha, yay! If they weren't available, I would've sent you they extra I just ordered. Whether or not I would've charged you eBay prices, however... 8) :-X ;)
You mean you wouldn't have "donated" that to the "Pay-it-forward-thread"...and watched Hell ensue over who saw/claimed it first :o
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 17, 2013, 02:29:25 pm
I preordered mine.. and then got the official Prima Official Game Guide Hardbook.. But now I'm not wanting to open it.... an the wife will never know cause I have a secret credit card that she doesn't know about.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 17, 2013, 02:30:52 pm
How were you able to order more than 1? I was really hoping they were going to stick to the one per email thing to stop all the resellers. I dont get much into the value of things but this is one I really was hoping was going to remain seriously limited.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 17, 2013, 02:54:32 pm
Damn you people. Making me want the Wizard Edition. I HAVE NO MONEY. :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 17, 2013, 03:02:56 pm
Damn you people. Making me want the Wizard Edition. I HAVE NO MONEY. :P
You get a *COIN* w/ the Wizard's Edition...(just in case that helps ya' "sell-it-to" *yourself) / *already getting *money* back in return... :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 17, 2013, 03:03:33 pm
Join usssss Scotttttt
I thought I'd give it a try by ordering it with a different email address and sending it to my boyfriend's house. It's using one of my credit cards and my billing address, so if they wanted to be sticklers about it, they'll cancel my order and claim me using the same billing address constitutes as being over the limit of 1 per person.
I'm hoping I can just tell them that it's a gift for him if it comes down to that.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 17, 2013, 03:04:35 pm
Ha, maybe I'll have to steal desocietas' extra copy. :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 17, 2013, 03:05:35 pm
Ha, maybe I'll have to steal desocietas' extra copy. :P
muahahah
:'(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 17, 2013, 06:22:26 pm
And now it's sold out again! Thanks for playing, folks!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 17, 2013, 06:36:37 pm
Is it up to almost 10k sold now? :| That basically doubles the number there was before today.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 17, 2013, 07:01:18 pm
I know scott borrow a copy from desocietas then pay to keep. kinda like rent to own...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 17, 2013, 07:12:52 pm
Well I have the regular edition coming. So I'll still be able to play it. But all this hype for the Wizard Edition again made me wish I could have afforded that version. Even though originally I was kinda "meh" about it.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 17, 2013, 07:27:23 pm
Well I have the regular edition coming. So I'll still be able to play it. But all this hype for the Wizard Edition again made me wish I could have afforded that version. Even though originally I was kinda "meh" about it.
I was going to say get the Wizard edition from gamestop brand new a day or week after release..but they don't have the Wizard edition :(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 18, 2013, 12:43:15 am
Sweet, the coin did make it into the wizards edition.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 18, 2013, 01:36:54 am
Makes me wonder what goal #3 was... :-\
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 18, 2013, 09:39:45 am
And now it's sold out again! Thanks for playing, folks!
Wow - that shit went quick...glad I saw your post about still being able to pre-order a Wizard's Edition; Desocietas - 'tis thanks to you that I'll be getting one.
Hah!
Now that I think back on it...since I couldn't still get the Wizard's Edition...I'd already pre-ordered both the Gamestop *AND* Amazon versions...
...problem now is only going to be deciding which 1 (of the 3) to actually open up & play..."First World Problems", indeed :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 19, 2013, 01:17:36 pm
Hm, so there's word on other forums that people are already getting their steelbook cases from Gamestop before the game is even out!
I'm out of town this weekend, so I can't verify this at my own store :'(
Anyone else preorder this at GS? Word also is that they're *not* individually wrapped and many have small scratches, dents, boxcutter cuts... I wish I were in town to try to secure a nicer looking one!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 19, 2013, 01:24:43 pm
I do know that the steelbooks arrived at the stores a little less than a week ago. I was told I could go to the store I reserved it at and pick it up. I may do that.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 19, 2013, 03:54:59 pm
Update. I went and got my steelbook. It definitely did not come wrapped. Its really nothing more than a metal CD/DVD/game case. I dont know about other stores but mine was in pretty good condition.
Btw, Gamestop now has a display poster for the game coming out ... so if you guys were wanting to go ask for one, now would be the time. The manager at the store I reserved my game at said they come down 1/27 (which is when Im going to pick mine up).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 19, 2013, 04:08:14 pm
I made a record for the steelbook case in case you or someone else is able to do some scans before I will.
I wasn't sure where to put it in re: to category, but since the ACIII steelcase was put into the artwork section, I edited the record to be housed there as well. Not sure "artwork" is the best place to put it either - any chance of getting a swag sub-category that this would better fall under?
Thanks, soera, for confirming the cases in-store!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 19, 2013, 04:58:20 pm
Ya I wasn't sure where to place them either. The closest I could think of was Artwork, since they are kind of alternate cover art? :-[
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 19, 2013, 05:20:49 pm
Btw, guys ... if you guys didnt pre-order the steelbook edition, the guys at my local gamestop said if you check a few days after the release (he mentioned Thursday) they said they almost always have left over pre-order stuff so you could get lucky!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 19, 2013, 11:35:23 pm
Btw, guys ... if you guys didnt pre-order the steelbook edition, the guys at my local gamestop said if you check a few days after the release (he mentioned Thursday) they said they almost always have left over pre-order stuff so you could get lucky!
Hook me up with one if you can!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 20, 2013, 01:39:11 am
I stopped by a few Gamestops today (a treat since I'm not from the area and the boyfriend rented a car for us), and I mentioned to the clerk at one shop that I already preordered Ni No Kuni for the steelbook case.
Clerk: Did you order it early? Me: I'm pretty sure I did. Clerk: *goes to a drawer and pulls out a list with names and a line drawn halfway down the list* Me: Oh, I didn't preorder it at this store. Clerk: Oh, ok. Our manager marked a line on this list based on the date and time the customer ordered it so that we'd know who gets the special case. Anyone after the line won't get the case. Me: Oh, wow. I read online that some people were concerned because people who preordered just a week ago when the cases were already in were getting them immediately. Folks are freaking out a little because they're afraid their case might've been given away to someone who preordered after they did. Clerk: Yeah, our manager is on top of that stuff.
So I guess in that situation, there are more total preorders than steelbook cases. I fly back into town tomorrow - if it's early enough, I might see if I can get my case and have the piece of mind. Otherwise, I'll hope that they're as "on top of it" as this store was (and that I got my preorder in early enough! :-X).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 20, 2013, 01:45:00 am
Ya I wasn't sure where to place them either. The closest I could think of was Artwork, since they are kind of alternate cover art? :-[
That kinda makes sense. I considered the "carrying cases" subcategory, too, but it was all backpacks in there :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 21, 2013, 08:25:18 am
According to Amazon my copy of Ni No Kuni has shipped! woot woot.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 21, 2013, 10:17:59 am
It releases tomorrow!
And if you guys have a Gamestop pre-order, I seriously suggest getting your steelbook case early. I went on Saturday and they were mentioning that they didnt think they would have enough of them to fill all the pre-orders. I see people already trying to sell them on Ebay for almost $50 (which is an absolutely absurd price. Its a metal DVD case, nothing more).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 21, 2013, 04:25:20 pm
You know. If I had gotten it, I may have used it. Unlike the Assassin's Creed III one, which has a RP rating on the front of it, rather than the M rating, like we all knew it was going to get. Believe it or not, that RP rating on the front is the whole reason I'm not using it. If they had just left it plain, it would have been cool. Instead they marred it with a BS icon.
/rant
The Ni No Kuni one looks cool.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 21, 2013, 06:50:45 pm
Ill try to get you one Scott. :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 21, 2013, 07:20:34 pm
Ha cool. Thanks. But it's really no big deal.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 21, 2013, 08:16:40 pm
I just stopped by my local shop and they said the cases were first come, first serve for preorders and that I couldn't get one until release date :'(
There was a stack of maybe 10 or so on the counter behind them, too :( Thankfully, I work around the corner and will just go over there when they open and hope for the best.
So... obviously the policy for the steelbook cases are YMMV. Good luck to other preorder folks!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 21, 2013, 08:40:38 pm
I did Amazon order and then the one off the website.. the Steel Book on Amazon says it will be in in the next 2 days. but we will see :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 22, 2013, 12:14:56 pm
All right peoples, today is the day. Ill be leaving in a bit to pick up my copy! :) Good luck everyone!!!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 22, 2013, 12:20:01 pm
Mailman didn't show up this morning.. I truly think he is playing my copy and enjoying the plush .... :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 22, 2013, 12:34:30 pm
My copy says it's out for delivery. I don't know if I'll be playing it tonight or not though.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 22, 2013, 12:43:32 pm
I'm leaving in a few minutes to get some coffee and stalk whoever is opening up the GS around the corner...
UPDATE (10:32a PST): Okay, just got mine. Has a small dent on the back and some tiny scuffs and scratches, but I'm not going to whine (too much) about it. It was the manager (I think) working, and he's nice to me, but I feel like I've asked for a lot of favors in the last week or so from GS in general and didn't want to be a brat :). If anything, I did ask about any promo posters and he said if they get any (they didn't have any so far), he'd put it aside for me.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 22, 2013, 01:55:18 pm
Updated the item record with proper scans. The promo image showing it from the 3/4 angle is misleading as the spine is actually partially white.
I don't think it shipped on the Namco/Bandia site all I have is the invoice no status on shipment or tracking number....guess no love either...
I haven't gotten any info about my shipment from Club Namco either... but I thought I read somewhere that they might not be shipping those until after the release date :\
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 22, 2013, 04:42:55 pm
after release? You would think that they would release it before and make it like GS you get it the day before... *Now wondering if opening my own gameshop will give me access to games 1 day before launch* heheheh
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 22, 2013, 05:01:53 pm
I think someone in the forum has worked for GS before - was it @matt?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 22, 2013, 05:09:36 pm
Yeah the Wizard's edition wasnt even going to ship til the day of. I decided to not pick up my Gamestop one. I got the steelcase I wanted. It basically cost me $5.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 22, 2013, 05:30:45 pm
Yeah the Wizard's edition wasnt even going to ship til the day of. I decided to not pick up my Gamestop one. I got the steelcase I wanted. It basically cost me $5.
I'm surprised they let you have the case with just the $5 preorder. Other forums mentioned that they got the case when they paid up for the full purchase for their preorder instead of the $5 down payment.
I'm wondering whether or not to return the GS copy. The useful info on the unboxing vid was that the wizard's edition would have a color inside cover while the retail copies would only have a black & white inside cover. If that's true, I'll probably return the GS one. I hate doing that, but they were totally fine with it when I did it with Harvest Moon.
In any case, I'd do the exact same as you if I'd been able to get my case early. $5 for their trouble for something that's already going for $30+ on eBay.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 22, 2013, 07:39:47 pm
I don't think it shipped on the Namco/Bandia site all I have is the invoice no status on shipment or tracking number....guess no love either...
I haven't gotten any info about my shipment from Club Namco either... but I thought I read somewhere that they might not be shipping those until after the release date :\
I'm kinda bugged they didn't send anything via email about these being "on the way". I see the payment came out today, otherwise I have no idea when it will show up at my doorstep. I've had it pre-ordered since August... send us an email.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 22, 2013, 07:52:58 pm
I don't think it shipped on the Namco/Bandia site all I have is the invoice no status on shipment or tracking number....guess no love either...
I haven't gotten any info about my shipment from Club Namco either... but I thought I read somewhere that they might not be shipping those until after the release date :\
I'm kinda bugged they didn't send anything via email about these being "on the way". I see the payment came out today, otherwise I have no idea when it will show up at my doorstep. I've had it pre-ordered since August... send us an email.
No kidding.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on January 22, 2013, 07:54:59 pm
Wow yeah, their site's order detail page is completely useless... hopefully we get news soon.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 22, 2013, 08:43:46 pm
Yeah Im not totally excited that the company themselves are the slowest at getting their product out. But Ive been waiting since August, a few more days wont bother me.
As far as the steelcase, they wanted me to pay the rest of it the day I got it. But they gave me the case anyhow.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 22, 2013, 11:55:15 pm
I considered going that route but I wasnt interested in messing with the future return.
Yeah, I hear that.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 23, 2013, 01:56:40 pm
Just saw these on Ebay - http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-NI-NO-KUNI-WRATH-WHITE-WITCH-2013-GAME-PS3-XBOX-BLACK-TEE-SHIRT-S-2XL-/181068123245?pt=US_Music_Mixed_Lots_Other_Formats&hash=item2a28804c6d and http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-NI-NO-KUNI-WRATH-WHITE-WITCH-2013-GAME-PS3-XBOX-WHITE-TEE-SHIRT-S-2XL-/181068123868?pt=US_Music_Mixed_Lots_Other_Formats&hash=item2a28804edc . I like the black one more.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 23, 2013, 02:14:47 pm
Just saw these on Ebay - http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-NI-NO-KUNI-WRATH-WHITE-WITCH-2013-GAME-PS3-XBOX-BLACK-TEE-SHIRT-S-2XL-/181068123245?pt=US_Music_Mixed_Lots_Other_Formats&hash=item2a28804c6d and http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-NI-NO-KUNI-WRATH-WHITE-WITCH-2013-GAME-PS3-XBOX-WHITE-TEE-SHIRT-S-2XL-/181068123868?pt=US_Music_Mixed_Lots_Other_Formats&hash=item2a28804edc . I like the black one more.
aghhhhh
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 23, 2013, 02:16:46 pm
Btw, anyone with the Wizard's edition get any info on the game incoming? I got charged the actual cost of the game this morning and my account info on the Bandai website says "boxed shipment" but nothing other than that. People on their facebook page seem to be pissed off. I kind of dont blame them. If you pre-ordered from a 2nd party (Gamestop or Amazon) you are already getting or got your stuff ... but you pre-order the more expensive version from the company themself and you have to wait. Kind of ironic honestly.
I see the steelbook seems to be selling for almost $50 on Ebay.
Also heard mention that the game is available on the PS Network for download for the people that missed all the pre-orders.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 23, 2013, 02:17:08 pm
Just saw these on Ebay - http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-NI-NO-KUNI-WRATH-WHITE-WITCH-2013-GAME-PS3-XBOX-BLACK-TEE-SHIRT-S-2XL-/181068123245?pt=US_Music_Mixed_Lots_Other_Formats&hash=item2a28804c6d and http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-NI-NO-KUNI-WRATH-WHITE-WITCH-2013-GAME-PS3-XBOX-WHITE-TEE-SHIRT-S-2XL-/181068123868?pt=US_Music_Mixed_Lots_Other_Formats&hash=item2a28804edc . I like the black one more.
aghhhhh
Is that a vote of disapproval? :O
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 23, 2013, 02:23:48 pm
Ha, not personally a fan of designs that look like you just stuck a sticker on your torso. A lot of custom items on CafePress look like that - lazy design, in my opinion :-X
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 23, 2013, 02:42:09 pm
Oh I agree. My actual shirts are an entire rainbow (18 to be exact) of blank t-shirts. I have a couple with minimal designs on them but for the most part Im just generically nothing! My pick of black over white is simply the picture itself. I probably wouldnt order either.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 23, 2013, 04:40:50 pm
Mine says the same thing about my order through Bandai/Namco I think they should give us more expensive taste players more extras... I mean I am avoiding being buried 6 feet under while alive if my wife finds out.....
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 23, 2013, 05:23:38 pm
Ni No Kuni's FB post today is about a contest to win a Wizard Edition box... The comments the post is getting is pretty brutal: https://www.facebook.com/ninokunigame/posts/487542187971218
I guess I'd be more upset if I owned a PS3. But I'm ok with waiting a bit longer, as long as it doesn't show up all beat up from the rain.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 23, 2013, 06:23:43 pm
I actually dont mind the wait ... I still have Suikoden II to play. But I can definitely understand the frustration of the people who are complaining. Its a slap in the face to the people that did order the wizard's edition. I cant see them selling too many limited editions on future releases after the mishap from this one.
Im also kind of concerned about another thing. Apparently the company that is shipping them for Bandai (Digital River they are called) is well known for having pretty damaged items.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: foxhack on January 23, 2013, 06:53:14 pm
Wait. Digital River, the company that tries to force download insurance on everything digital it sells?
Good god, why do people still use them?!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 23, 2013, 08:13:59 pm
more than likely Namco/Bandai has a terms agreement or something with Digital River that is why they still use them... Though I saw the transaction in my credit card and was told that it was approved by my credit card. I just have to wait till they ship mine.. I believe it will be tomorrow.. On a good note I received my Amazon Official Guide Today with the Gold Hurly Familiar DLC :)
On a bad note I heard they were unable to remove the add to cart button on time (in 2 hours) and that people were having cancelled orders. :o
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 24, 2013, 01:12:36 am
Bad news for some of us... You might get an email like this (I just received this re: my 2nd wizard edition order):
Information regarding your Ni no Kuni - Wizard's Edition Preorder
Digital River Customer Service <namcobandai.en.cs@digitalriver.com> 7:13 PM (2 hours ago)
Dear Customer:
Digital River is very sorry for the problems you had ordering NAMCO BANDAI's Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ - Wizard's Edition. Regretfully, we must inform you that because of an error in our ordering system, the available inventory of Wizard's Edition was oversold by mistake. As a result, we were unable to fulfill your order because it was placed after the stock was depleted. You will receive an official order cancellation notice within 24-48 hours.
We want you to know that Digital River does not take this situation lightly. We are implementing process improvements to prevent this issue from happening again and are committed to regaining your trust. While we can't replace your order for the Wizard's Edition, we hope that you will accept this one-time-use coupon code for $20 off (valid through March 31, 2013) on any item from clubNAMCO. Please feel free to shop today for one of your favorite NAMCO BANDAI games or pre-order Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3. We are confident your next experience with us will be a good one.
Coupon Code: ******
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at namcobandai.en.cs@digitalriver.com for assistance.
Sincerely,
Digital River Customer Service
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 24, 2013, 01:34:27 am
I would be more than pissed if I got that. I havent gotten any email ... yet. But they did charge my card this morning.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on January 24, 2013, 07:47:53 am
Still got nothing. I'd be PISSED if that happened though, because I actually pre-ordered within the first few hours the Wizard Edition became available to Canada. It would have to be a pretty freaking dumb mistake to have been sold out already at that point... It's already stupid that they kept taking pre-orders if their stock was so limited.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 24, 2013, 09:15:16 am
Ouch. That's crap, I'm glad I didn't jump on the 2nd batch now.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 24, 2013, 09:35:34 am
It happened to me :( an $20.00 is bull that is a slap in the face.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 24, 2013, 10:02:36 am
Looks like Amazon finally remembered to hit the send button.
I just got my Promo code for the Griffy Familiar. Good thing I haven't started playing yet.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 24, 2013, 11:46:10 am
Im feeling a little better. Its actually possible to track this through ups via your order number. Go to ups and find the "track by reference" option. Put in your order number. I just did and it says it should be at my house by end of day tomorrow.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 24, 2013, 11:48:13 am
Im feeling a little better. Its actually possible to track this through ups via your order number. Go to ups and find the "track by reference" option. Put in your order number. I just did and it says it should be at my house by end of day tomorrow.
Nice! Did you pay for faster shipping? I paid for the cheapest, and the order I placed in August just says that the label was printed, but no other info about shipping.
Also, there are *two* pending charges from Namco on my credit card. So either they're charging me twice or they might actually send me my second order despite the cancellation email *fingers crossed*.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 24, 2013, 11:55:26 am
I got my vanilla one on Tues & my steelbox one today...afraid I might be on the bad end of that Namco deal, too...haven't heard anything yet :(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 24, 2013, 12:02:26 pm
There are conflicting reports about the whole Jan 17th second wave being a whole mistake and that none of those would be be fulfilled, and other folks who got cancellation emails, called Digital River, and got a statement that the email itself was a mistake and sent out erroneously (and the customer would still be getting their product).
So I don't know what to believe now. I assume my order from August will still be fulfilled, but I'm hoping for your sake that some of those Jan 17th orders will still go through.
This whole thing is a mess - the $20 off coupon is a joke, and that suggestion about purchasing a different preorder from them is insulting to say the least.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on January 24, 2013, 12:05:17 pm
There are conflicting reports about the whole Jan 17th second wave being a whole mistake and that none of those would be be fulfilled, and other folks who got cancellation emails, called Digital River, and got a statement that the email itself was a mistake and sent out erroneously (and the customer would still be getting their product).
So I don't know what to believe now. I assume my order from August will still be fulfilled, but I'm hoping for your sake that some of those Jan 17th orders will still go through.
This whole thing is a mess - the $20 off coupon is a joke, and that suggestion about purchasing a different preorder from them is insulting to say the least.
I read a user comment on one of these Ni No Kuni stories who talked about their Ace Combat purchase that came with a stick. They said they had received a cancellation email on that and still got the product so Namco's online store and this Digital River company have been a mess for a while. It sounds like everyone just has to wait and see but who knows how long you should wait.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 24, 2013, 12:10:55 pm
There are conflicting reports about the whole Jan 17th second wave being a whole mistake and that none of those would be be fulfilled, and other folks who got cancellation emails, called Digital River, and got a statement that the email itself was a mistake and sent out erroneously (and the customer would still be getting their product).
So I don't know what to believe now. I assume my order from August will still be fulfilled, but I'm hoping for your sake that some of those Jan 17th orders will still go through.
This whole thing is a mess - the $20 off coupon is a joke, and that suggestion about purchasing a different preorder from them is insulting to say the least.
I read a user comment on one of these Ni No Kuni stories who talked about their Ace Combat purchase that came with a stick. They said they had received a cancellation email on that and still got the product so Namco's online store and this Digital River company have been a mess for a while. It sounds like everyone just has to wait and see but who knows how long you should wait.
Pretty much...what you 2 just said...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 24, 2013, 12:16:04 pm
Btw, this is a good read about the whole situation. http://www.namcobandaigames.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=13022&sid=2355044e9dd72ab0a285b22cafa4bb3c
Ahh nice, got a message saying my guide has shipped too.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 24, 2013, 12:21:48 pm
Btw, this is a good read about the whole situation. http://www.namcobandaigames.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=13022&sid=2355044e9dd72ab0a285b22cafa4bb3c
Ahh nice, got a message saying my guide has shipped too.
Thanks for the link!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 24, 2013, 12:41:54 pm
Ugh, still no information whatsoever on my 2 WE copies and 2 pre-ordered guides... What year is it!? I could have been playing for a couple days already...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 24, 2013, 12:43:41 pm
called them up and the lady asked me to read my whole message about that it was cancelled and giving me 20 dollars to spend at the store. I told her that this is not going to work since I can't use this and pretty much a slap in the face. She of course said she is sorry and that they are working on fixing the situation and should wait for the next e-mail.. I then told her that how do I know if I were to pre-order something else that the same thing wouldn't happen to me again.. She said the same thing "sorry but they are trying to fix the situation. I then asked if I could speak to someone higher up... she told me that why I will get the same answer. I then said that well the situation isn't fixed is why and she said the same thing again "sorry but they are working on fixing the situation and you should wait for the e-mail... I feel kinda bad because I did get in that stern mode.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on January 24, 2013, 01:34:02 pm
Well I just got my shipping confirmation for my Wizard Edition. I was just about to decide to pick up the regular edition at a store (if I could find it in stock at all), but I guess I'll wait and see.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 24, 2013, 01:41:11 pm
I got mine too with my tracking number. :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on January 24, 2013, 01:52:47 pm
I'll believe when/if I actually get the game in my hands... The shipment tracking gives no info yet.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 24, 2013, 05:21:23 pm
I just got my shipment confirmation two hours ago, but I feel the same. I won't be able to rest easy until it shows up (probably damaged) on my doorstep.
Still holding my breath a little for the other one to pull through...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 24, 2013, 05:28:50 pm
As of 1:22 pm, my package has arrived in state. Im getting anxious. I really hope DR didnt beat these things down. We will see tomorrow.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 24, 2013, 05:39:38 pm
Has anyone here actually bought & PLAYED the game?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 24, 2013, 05:41:44 pm
Has anyone here actually bought & PLAYED the game?
Ha, I have the retail vanilla copy in my possession, but it's still sealed, seeing as I don't actually have a PS3 ;)
UPDATE: Boo, I just got a confirmation of cancellation email for my second order... :\ At least I had one preorder go through. My sympathies to those of you who won't be getting one - this whole clusterf&*! was awful.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: sin2beta on January 24, 2013, 10:09:25 pm
Happy Console Gamer talks about his experience with the wizard edition preorder and what he knows:
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 24, 2013, 10:35:10 pm
I know one thing...it's sold out everywhere. I tried to pick up a copy tonight and EVERYONE is sold out.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 24, 2013, 11:32:36 pm
Hey Darko, I still have a pre-ordered one pending at Gamestop if you want it. I dont think they would have already sold it.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 25, 2013, 12:45:27 am
Crazy, $510 for a copy of WE. Think I'll be buying a normal copy this weekend and just setting the WE on the shelf.
I know, right? I was hoping to have gotten that second order in so I could actually *open* and *enjoy* the plushie and artbook. But as it stands now, I think I might have to keep it sealed...
I, too, got an official cancellation email that actually references my order number, etc. The whole experience has left a bad taste in my mouth, but I'm glad that people are saying the game lives up to the hype (prior to the Digital River mess).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 25, 2013, 11:48:15 am
I guess Im in the limited lucky field. Mine will be here today (its already in Oklahoma City, just waiting to be delivered to the house). Darko, if you want to come get me tonight and we will go pick up the one I have on pre-order.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 25, 2013, 11:49:36 am
I might need to do it tomorrow. Would that work?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 25, 2013, 11:54:02 am
Yep, anytime this weekend is fine with me!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 25, 2013, 12:45:56 pm
Just got an email from Amazon refunding me a couple dollars on the price of the guide cause it was found lower than what they were selling it for. Heh.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 25, 2013, 05:39:24 pm
It has arrived! It definitely comes fully sealed. Its kind of smaller than I figured however. Box is in pristine condition btw so whatever issues people had with DR sending beat up stuff is not something I experienced.
*Update* Game is nicely packaged. It takes a while to install. Went ahead and downloaded my golden familiars before I started installing. I dont know if the store copies of the game are black and white on the inside like someone mentioned but mine is not. Box also has adjustable room on the inside so my steelbook fits inside just perfect.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 25, 2013, 07:04:34 pm
Yeah! I found the game and the guide today!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 25, 2013, 07:13:02 pm
Blah heh all right, could have saved $5 if you got the one I pre-ordered. :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 25, 2013, 07:17:30 pm
Did not know that. Sorry.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 25, 2013, 08:03:04 pm
Lol its cool. :D Just glad ya got it.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 26, 2013, 01:29:05 am
Yeah, so the game is pretty awesome. I wish it was a little darker, but it's an excellent JRPG for sure.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 26, 2013, 11:03:00 am
Im about 6-7 hours in and this game already ranks as my favorite game ever. Im absolutely thrilled with it. The introduction story is kind of long (but still entertaining) but once you start playing, its amazing. If it wasnt for the fact that I knew my kids would be here today, I would have pulled the first all nighter in years last night. If any of you guys were on the fence about getting it, jump off that fence and hit your gamestops now. Its out there. The one that has my pre-order had about 8 copies left when I called yesterday.
If someone cant find one, let me know. Mine is still on pre-order til tomorrow.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 26, 2013, 11:17:28 am
Im about 6-7 hours in and this game already ranks as my favorite game ever. Im absolutely thrilled with it. The introduction story is kind of long (but still entertaining) but once you start playing, its amazing. If it wasnt for the fact that I knew my kids would be here today, I would have pulled the first all nighter in years last night. If any of you guys were on the fence about getting it, jump off that fence and hit your gamestops now. Its out there. The one that has my pre-order had about 8 copies left when I called yesterday.
If someone cant find one, let me know. Mine is still on pre-order til tomorrow.
Glad you're enjoying it and nice to see it reviewing so well :)
What are the controls & combat like - as far as, is it "turn-based" enough to control one-handed...if not...can you re-config/customize the controls?
Glad to hear ya' snagged your WE w/ no problems, Soera!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 26, 2013, 11:22:50 am
Im about 6-7 hours in and this game already ranks as my favorite game ever. Im absolutely thrilled with it. The introduction story is kind of long (but still entertaining) but once you start playing, its amazing. If it wasnt for the fact that I knew my kids would be here today, I would have pulled the first all nighter in years last night. If any of you guys were on the fence about getting it, jump off that fence and hit your gamestops now. Its out there. The one that has my pre-order had about 8 copies left when I called yesterday.
If someone cant find one, let me know. Mine is still on pre-order til tomorrow.
Glad you're enjoying it and nice to see it reviewing so well :)
What are the controls & combat like - as far as, is it "turn-based" enough to control one-handed...if not...can you re-config/customize the controls?
Glad to hear ya' snagged your WE w/ no problems, Soera!
You know. This makes me think of wanting to do some testing and trying to see what games allow for Right hand only play.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 26, 2013, 11:36:49 am
Im about 6-7 hours in and this game already ranks as my favorite game ever. Im absolutely thrilled with it. The introduction story is kind of long (but still entertaining) but once you start playing, its amazing. If it wasnt for the fact that I knew my kids would be here today, I would have pulled the first all nighter in years last night. If any of you guys were on the fence about getting it, jump off that fence and hit your gamestops now. Its out there. The one that has my pre-order had about 8 copies left when I called yesterday.
If someone cant find one, let me know. Mine is still on pre-order til tomorrow.
Glad you're enjoying it and nice to see it reviewing so well :)
What are the controls & combat like - as far as, is it "turn-based" enough to control one-handed...if not...can you re-config/customize the controls?
Glad to hear ya' snagged your WE w/ no problems, Soera!
You know. This makes me think of wanting to do some testing and trying to see what games allow for Right hand only play.
I certainly wouldn't object to anyone carrying out any such research :)
Keep in mind, that while it's only my right hand...it's 'luckily' also my dominant one (every little bit helps)!
Btw - I've gotta' give credit & props to my exceptionally exceptional family & g/f...who've both tried living & doing things (several days in a row, even:) w/ only their right hand to put themselves in my shoes...and...to make sure that I don't "take advantage" by trying to get them to do shit for me that I can do just fine myself :o
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: ko1ru on January 26, 2013, 11:44:23 am
Im about 6-7 hours in and this game already ranks as my favorite game ever. Im absolutely thrilled with it. The introduction story is kind of long (but still entertaining) but once you start playing, its amazing. If it wasnt for the fact that I knew my kids would be here today, I would have pulled the first all nighter in years last night. If any of you guys were on the fence about getting it, jump off that fence and hit your gamestops now. Its out there. The one that has my pre-order had about 8 copies left when I called yesterday.
If someone cant find one, let me know. Mine is still on pre-order til tomorrow.
Glad you're enjoying it and nice to see it reviewing so well :)
What are the controls & combat like - as far as, is it "turn-based" enough to control one-handed...if not...can you re-config/customize the controls?
Glad to hear ya' snagged your WE w/ no problems, Soera!
You know. This makes me think of wanting to do some testing and trying to see what games allow for Right hand only play.
I certainly wouldn't object to anyone carrying out any such research :)
Keep in mind, that while it's only my right hand...it's 'luckily' also my dominant one (every little bit helps)!
Btw - I've gotta' give credit & props to my exceptionally exceptional family & g/f...who've both tried living & doing things (several days in a row, even:) w/ only their right hand to put themselves in my shoes...and...to make sure that I don't "take advantage" by trying to get them to do shit for me that I can do just fine myself :o
Word of the day: exceptional :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 26, 2013, 12:08:08 pm
Ha, ya. I'm a Lefty, so it may be a little bit difficult. But I think I might actually give it a go and see what I come up with.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 26, 2013, 12:48:35 pm
Ha, ya. I'm a Lefty, so it may be a little bit difficult. But I think I might actually give it a go and see what I come up with.
Let me know how you make out...
I was pretty surprised, awhile ago, when I saw BAYONETTA listed as an easily playable game w/ only one hand :)
It's not a game or genre that I would have thought of - anyone here play/have any opinions on the game?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on January 26, 2013, 01:03:04 pm
Bayonetta has an "automatic" easy mode, where you can do complex combos with simple button mashing. I never actually tried it myself and it's probably not as fun as going 2-handed and making your own combos (but I know that's not an option for you), but it might be worth checking out.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 26, 2013, 02:03:42 pm
The combat is turn-based but you do need to move a little now and then. I don't think it's something that you couldn't do with one hand since you have experience gaming with one hand. I'm not very far in the game so I can't speak for later, more difficult battles. I would download the demo and try that out before buying it, but I think you'll get along just fine.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 26, 2013, 02:13:15 pm
Im about 8-9 hours into the game. Ive already done 2 of the big fights and on my way to the second map. So far, since you are experienced with 1h play, I think you could handle it. Like Darko said, you can move around in fights to pick up glims (little glowing balls that regen mana/health/miracle move) but you have time to do it. I didnt see anywhere that would let the controls be customized though.
I got my guide today. Just input the code for the gold Hurly ... the only thing is you get coupons when you input the code for the gold familiars and so far, I havent found where to redeem them yet.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 26, 2013, 09:54:13 pm
I love Drippy! The GF does too and said she wants a plushie of him, ha.
I told her there was one in the Wizard Edition.. :'(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 26, 2013, 10:11:20 pm
Ha, ya. I'm a Lefty, so it may be a little bit difficult. But I think I might actually give it a go and see what I come up with.
Let me know how you make out...
I was pretty surprised, awhile ago, when I saw BAYONETTA listed as an easily playable game w/ only one hand :)
It's not a game or genre that I would have thought of - anyone here play/have any opinions on the game?
Maybe I'm doing it wrong but I'm struggling with some of the battles using two hands :-[ I try to make selections while on the move which is tough because you move with the left stick and cycle through actions with the D-pad. I'm about nine hours in, last fight was with a genie which I lost since I failed to defend on some big attack that hit me for more hit points than I have even at my maximum. Selecting defend at the correct time is key and I screw that up too often. You also have to wait briefly for a recharge after selecting some actions. Since I'm mainly in it for the story I'm contemplating switching from normal to easy. Not sure I want to spend the time trying to get the most out of each familiar which is another important aspect as battles get more difficult (maybe just leveling up is enough and I could be under level in some areas).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on January 27, 2013, 08:33:29 am
Thanks, everyone, for the feedback!
Yeah, I've long since gotten over feeling bad about playing some games on their easier settings :P
Cross Edge (a very hard rpg) I beat on hard (but, it's difficult in understanding all of the systems/meta game more than needing quick reflexes); also 100%-ed Oblivion, which, I guess, is more like what you're talking about - having to move while fighting...
Also, Darko's right in that after a few years - I can prolly do some things that someone trying a game 1-handed for a few minutes for the 1st time wouldn't expext that I could do w/ 1 hand; hmm...
Thanks again :P
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 27, 2013, 05:09:32 pm
Ha, ya. I'm a Lefty, so it may be a little bit difficult. But I think I might actually give it a go and see what I come up with.
Let me know how you make out...
I was pretty surprised, awhile ago, when I saw BAYONETTA listed as an easily playable game w/ only one hand :)
It's not a game or genre that I would have thought of - anyone here play/have any opinions on the game?
Maybe I'm doing it wrong but I'm struggling with some of the battles using two hands :-[ I try to make selections while on the move which is tough because you move with the left stick and cycle through actions with the D-pad. I'm about nine hours in, last fight was with a genie which I lost since I failed to defend on some big attack that hit me for more hit points than I have even at my maximum. Selecting defend at the correct time is key and I screw that up too often. You also have to wait briefly for a recharge after selecting some actions. Since I'm mainly in it for the story I'm contemplating switching from normal to easy. Not sure I want to spend the time trying to get the most out of each familiar which is another important aspect as battles get more difficult (maybe just leveling up is enough and I could be under level in some areas).
I know what you're talking about, I've gotten around by running with my left hand and then letting go of the controller with my right to use the D pad at the same time. Works pretty good, and the Cancel button is your friend. I'm level 30 now and the Cancel + Defend has gotten pretty easy now.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 27, 2013, 09:05:40 pm
So they are sending those who didn't receive a copy of the Wizards Edition a copy of the Strategy Guide with the Gold Hurly DLC... http://www.forbes.com/sites/erikkain/2013/01/27/namco-bandai-responds-to-ni-no-kuni-wrath-of-the-white-witch-wizards-edition-fiasco/ interesting maybe?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 27, 2013, 09:12:35 pm
So they are sending those who didn't receive a copy of the Wizards Edition a copy of the Strategy Guide with the Gold Hurly DLC... http://www.forbes.com/sites/erikkain/2013/01/27/namco-bandai-responds-to-ni-no-kuni-wrath-of-the-white-witch-wizards-edition-fiasco/ interesting maybe?
Hm, it's a good thing that I didn't order one yet. Why do I, as someone who was interested in the Wizard's Edition, find out about this after the press does...?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 27, 2013, 09:23:11 pm
So they are sending those who didn't receive a copy of the Wizards Edition a copy of the Strategy Guide with the Gold Hurly DLC... http://www.forbes.com/sites/erikkain/2013/01/27/namco-bandai-responds-to-ni-no-kuni-wrath-of-the-white-witch-wizards-edition-fiasco/ interesting maybe?
Hm, it's a good thing that I didn't order one yet. Why do I, as someone who was interested in the Wizard's Edition, find out about this after the press does...?
Right? I'm waiting to see how this turns out but right now I'm staying away from buying my copy since I bought the Zaxxon Arcade Cabinet because of hurt feelings..and Zaxxon was my kid fix on the Commodore 64 and Skating rink Arcade days.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 27, 2013, 10:24:14 pm
What I find insulting is the fact that 1) The $20 coupon isnt going to buy the thing people want and are not getting and 2) the guide is for the thing that people want and are not getting either.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 27, 2013, 10:40:19 pm
ha ya. It's like.. oh, you didn't get the CE... but here's a fancy guide book... for the game we're not sending out..
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Post by: desocietas on January 27, 2013, 11:26:24 pm
At least it's spoiler-free!
but yes, I agree. The guide is being given and they're assuming that these disappointed fans will *still* buy the game after all this hassle.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 28, 2013, 12:46:34 am
Sadly, their assumptions are right. Ive read a lot of posts on the Facebook page and I didnt see hardly anyone saying they werent going to get it still ... just that they may not dump the extra funds for the WE. Hell, some of them were still so interested in the WE that they mentioned it for a tax return purchase.
Update on my game progress. Man, its beyond enjoyable. Im not going to mention anything Ive done but I keep finding more and more stuff that makes this game that much better. One of the things I just unlocked blew my mind. The replay aspect of all this is going to be very high too. Ive actually taken a little time to look through the in-game wizard's companion and read some of it. Its super cool.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 28, 2013, 12:50:36 am
Sadly, their assumptions are right. Ive read a lot of posts on the Facebook page and I didnt see hardly anyone saying they werent going to get it still ... just that they may not dump the extra funds for the WE. Hell, some of them were still so interested in the WE that they mentioned it for a tax return purchase.
Update on my game progress. Man, its beyond enjoyable. Im not going to mention anything Ive done but I keep finding more and more stuff that makes this game that much better. One of the things I just unlocked blew my mind. The replay aspect of all this is going to be very high too. Ive actually taken a little time to look through the in-game wizard's companion and read some of it. Its super cool.
I'm excited for when I have a PS3 to play this game on... :\
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 28, 2013, 12:56:26 am
I'm excited for when I have a PS3 to play this game on... :\
I had a company that had PS3 for Super Cheap but they are out of stock and don't have them at this time... Alot of their stuff I do wonder if it was bumped out of a truck or something because once I received an item that was suppose to be brand new but it was missing parts and the packaging for the bolts were missing.. Other than that one case I've never really had any problems with them www.geeks.com
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 28, 2013, 09:51:27 am
This is the only one on Ebay atm ... Nearly $1000 and it doesnt come with the game or anything, just the system/controller. But it does say region free for PS3 games. :o
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 28, 2013, 11:51:45 am
This is the only one on Ebay atm ... Nearly $1000 and it doesnt come with the game or anything, just the system/controller. But it does say region free for PS3 games. :o
Now probably isn't the best time to buy it either. The game has been out for what, a year and a half to two years in Japan? I'd wait and watch the price sink like rock in a couple of months.
Even if it was region coded you could just take the case and put it over a US PS3. It would still be fun to have.
For 1000 bucks you could have someone design something that looks much cooler than that...as cool as that looks.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 28, 2013, 12:01:12 pm
Oh I agree especially with the part about this probably being the worst time to try to buy something like that. I dont think I could ever shell out $1000 just for my PS3 to have a different color on it.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: htimreimer on January 28, 2013, 12:09:17 pm
This is the only one on Ebay atm ... Nearly $1000 and it doesnt come with the game or anything, just the system/controller. But it does say region free for PS3 games. :o
Now probably isn't the best time to buy it either. The game has been out for what, a year and a half to two years in Japan? I'd wait and watch the price sink like rock in a couple of months.
Even if it was region coded you could just take the case and put it over a US PS3. It would still be fun to have.
For 1000 bucks you could have someone design something that looks much cooler than that...as cool as that looks.
i have to agree because the price will drop and the only way this can stay in the 700 to 1000 dollar range is if it can grow it self a cult following (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cult_following)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 28, 2013, 12:17:15 pm
i have to agree because the price will drop and the only way this can stay in the 700 to 1000 dollar range is if it can grow it self a cult following (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cult_following)
This is kind of funny: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cult_video_game (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cult_video_game)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 28, 2013, 12:23:52 pm
What an odd list of games that page had.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 28, 2013, 01:14:11 pm
That is a strange list, but I guess it kinda falls into that "niche" category we were discussing not long ago. Solatorobo? Really? Had no idea.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 28, 2013, 01:18:03 pm
Ha I'm pretty sure I don't believe that list is valid.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 28, 2013, 03:47:18 pm
Wow .. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ni-no-Kuni-Wrath-of-the-White-Witch-Wizard-Edition-PS3-/181069273184?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item2a2891d860 - $300 and it doesnt even have the game in it.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 28, 2013, 03:51:48 pm
Wow .. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ni-no-Kuni-Wrath-of-the-White-Witch-Wizard-Edition-PS3-/181069273184?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item2a2891d860 - $300 and it doesnt even have the game in it.
That's so ridiculous. Give it 3 months...you'll be able to get one closer to $100 WITH the game.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 28, 2013, 03:54:48 pm
Wow .. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ni-no-Kuni-Wrath-of-the-White-Witch-Wizard-Edition-PS3-/181069273184?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item2a2891d860 - $300 and it doesnt even have the game in it.
That's so ridiculous. Give it 3 months...you'll be able to get one closer to $100 WITH the game.
I might look for it then. I'm really kicking myself for not hopping on the 1st batch of pre-orders.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 28, 2013, 03:56:56 pm
I am honestly shocked at the rampage at which people are going at the wizards editions. Every one of them online is ending in the $400+ area.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 28, 2013, 04:01:38 pm
I cared that I missed out for about 2 seconds...and then I just went and bought the game.....you know, the thing that you actually play that's bundled in with all of that other nonsense?
I do enjoy CEs and whatnot, but never, ever, ever will I ever pay $400 for the extra $5 the company put into the toys that come with them. Say what you will about CoD, but at least the LEs come with some nifty toys (fully functional remote control car complete with camera, for example). That was only $150.
The only 3 LEs that I want that I might pay the $100+ for (mint and complete mind you) are:
Metal Gear Solid 3 Metal Gear Solid 4 Demons Souls
That's not for the bonus content, but rather out of respect for the games. Is Ni No Kuni awesome? Yes. Is the LE worth $100, I believe so. Is it worth a penny more? NO. Will I pick one up in a few months when it's at ~ $75, probably :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 28, 2013, 04:04:31 pm
Ya that's pretty sweet.
Mainly I regret not getting the WE because of the book. Sure the full version is in the game, but I just really like game related books.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 28, 2013, 04:10:16 pm
Also, if I was one of the lucky ones who actually got the CE, I would be selling the shit out of it right now, picking up a regular edition of the game, and then buying the CE again after it comes down in price. ESPECIALLY if I wasn't even planning on playing it anytime soon.
That's 300% profit (assuming a $400 selling price) with zero work/research (minus pushing a few buttons and taking a few photos).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 28, 2013, 04:22:44 pm
Also, if I was one of the lucky ones who actually got the CE, I would be selling the shit out of it right now, picking up a regular edition of the game, and then buying the CE again after it comes down in price. ESPECIALLY if I wasn't even planning on playing it anytime soon.
That's 300% profit (assuming a $400 selling price) with zero work/research (minus pushing a few buttons and taking a few photos).
I couldn't risk that personally (and then dealing with shipping that huge thing), but I understand the temptation... Mine is supposed to arrive Thursday!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 28, 2013, 05:03:59 pm
You know what really made me excited? When I finally played the game for real (I only played the boss fight in the demo and didn't do much of anything else). Ventured outside and roamed the world map, then went to the forest and ran into a SAVE POINT. I honestly said "this game uses save points? SWEET". ha
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 28, 2013, 05:14:16 pm
Btw, Scott, not sure if you care about the print inside the book but Ive seen a few of the Japanese ones being posted for around $15-20 BIN.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on January 29, 2013, 06:07:05 am
I switched to easy and it's not exactly easy. I still lose battles so maybe I'm just lousy. I haven't paid attention to the celestial signs of each creature though. Also, just read you can cycle the combat menu using the L2 and R2 buttons which I did not know.
How quick are you guys to morph familiars into their second forms? I know there are third forms too but I've not tried that yet. I'm also never sure which familiars to use. There are a lot and it takes time to get experience but it's likely there are better ones still to be encountered. The casino which I got to yesterday has a gold Tin Man but it's expensive.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 29, 2013, 08:57:07 am
Btw, Scott, not sure if you care about the print inside the book but Ive seen a few of the Japanese ones being posted for around $15-20 BIN.
Ya, but I'd like to be able to read it. ha
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 29, 2013, 09:48:27 am
I'm at the 7.5 hour mark. I didn't have enough free time this weekend to sit down and play it. I played 2 hours on Friday night and 5.5 last night.
How many hours does everyone have into the game thus far?
Also, isn't it funny that developers seem to be under the impression that the old school JRPG formula is dead...and when one comes out it's so popular that it's difficult to find a copy and it gets super high review scores? Hope there are some people in the industry taking notes from Ni No Kuni.
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Post by: scott on January 29, 2013, 09:50:22 am
2.5 hours. haha
I have to wait for the GF to get over to my place until I can start playing again. She's really interested in the story so far and doesn't want to miss any of it.
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Post by: soera on January 29, 2013, 10:18:32 am
I just hit 24 hours last night. Im at Hamelin. I still like Mitey. He is an awesome awesome familiar. I also still use the lemur on Esther. Her bird character is just too weak imo. The only familiars I have serenaded and continue to enjoy is the green buncher (the big stack of bananas) and the little Bighorn. I have metamorphed all 4 of those characters once and most of them are around level 22-25 again and still unable to do it a second time. I am horribly disappointed in all of the gold DLC familiars. Mitey is no different than the one you have been working on for a while except he is gold and level 1, same with the Drongo. Hurly isnt bad but you get him for free later too (and higher level). I heard the griffy is pretty good though which sucks cause thats the one I dont have. :(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 29, 2013, 10:25:03 am
Ya, I can't wait to get my Griffy! Stupid having to wait until a certain point in the game to obtain him.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 29, 2013, 10:44:57 am
How long is the game supposed to be? I've been doing all of the jobs and hunts in each town I've come to (only 2 so far) before moving on. I've also been sure to explore all of the "dungeon" areas as much as possible. I'm assuming, based on my 7.5 hours, that the game is going to ring in at close to 60 hours?
Also, I haven't died yet. Does the game get that much more difficult? I think I'm around level 11-13 with everyone right now.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 29, 2013, 10:59:17 am
It's a breakout of Familiar Stats and Mechanics from user AtmaRagnarok9.
Here's the original post: http://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/998014-ni-no-kuni-wrath-of-the-white-witch/65295773 (http://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/998014-ni-no-kuni-wrath-of-the-white-witch/65295773)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 29, 2013, 12:59:13 pm
I'm at about 30 hours right now. I've been playing with familiars WAY too much. I dropped all starter familiars (they tend to have bad stats compared to SO many others) in favor of better familiars and am leveling them up now, my main character is level 46 lol. Progression might get easy once I finally move on :P GOGO Pompeii and Nightcap!
Edit: Edited out my location in case of a minor spoiler
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 29, 2013, 01:09:13 pm
Edit: Edited out my location in case of a minor spoiler
SPOILERS!!!!!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on January 29, 2013, 01:43:07 pm
I'm more than 20 hours in and I want to say I'm around level 34. I still have Mitey but I did read that he is one of the weaker ones. Problem is I really don't want to keep restarting as I find better familiars. I've done a fair amount of errands (up to merit card 10 maybe) but they start piling up as you go, one location must have had a dozen or more new ones when I got there. Plus, when I got a travel spell a character mentioned I can go back to earlier areas and get more stuff to do. Not sure if that's really a spoiler but you do get a fast travel ability so that you don't have to walk to each town after you've visited once.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 29, 2013, 02:46:05 pm
I found mitey to be pretty tough ... but maybe I havent gotten to the point where he is outnumbered. He seems to be the only familiar I have that I truely like. Which makes fights kind of monotonous. Im sure Ill get better ones in the future. :D
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 30, 2013, 12:42:16 am
10 hours in and capturing familiars left and right :)
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Post by: soera on January 30, 2013, 09:12:22 am
Im 26 hours in now ... and I can not progress any further :( I can not seem to beat the boss monster Im up against now. :-\
My characters are all around level 33-34 but Im simply not able to beat this guy.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 30, 2013, 09:34:49 am
Have you been evolving your familiars?
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Post by: soera on January 30, 2013, 10:02:08 am
Yeah ... and lol gave it one more shot and I won. It was ugly but man this guy is tough.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on January 30, 2013, 10:02:33 am
I have yet to die (knock on wood).
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Post by: libernullmal on January 30, 2013, 10:15:02 am
Just finished downloading and started playing around 12:00 am almost played past 1:00am because of the intro. I do like how they give you a movie scene and break it out between playtime and watch time really keeps you involved in the game. Really great game
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Post by: jobocan on January 30, 2013, 06:00:18 pm
Finally got it! Hopefully I'll play it today. I kinda have to choose between this and Fire Emblem >_>
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on January 30, 2013, 06:38:55 pm
I've given up on looking up info on the game online... Too many Pokemon comparisons.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on January 30, 2013, 06:57:13 pm
lol that is what I was telling my coworker about and she thinks her kids would be interested in it... an all I could think is there goes another something those ruffian kids can destroy..... but I had to admit I've gotten 3 slim ps2 this way...so I guess your kids break I buy for super cheap then fix them and have one for myself and the rest for selling... though one of them scares me... the amount of roaches and roach eggs I found in it... immediatly put it outside.....
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 31, 2013, 03:11:48 pm
I found mitey to be pretty tough ... but maybe I havent gotten to the point where he is outnumbered. He seems to be the only familiar I have that I truely like. Which makes fights kind of monotonous. Im sure Ill get better ones in the future. :D
He has lower stats than most familiars, but his awesome early abilities keep him strong. At least for the first half of the game. There are several faster, stronger familiars that don't get comparable abilities until their second or third morph. So they are a bit painful at first but come into their own later on.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 31, 2013, 03:22:54 pm
Im still using him. He is now on his final metamorph as Dynamite. Even at lower levels, he still takes and gives hits better than anything else Ive found. Which ones are you using that you find better?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on January 31, 2013, 06:41:00 pm
Too many spoilers! This forum needs a spoiler nesting feature. :)
For those of you who want a chance at all physical things Ni No Kuni still: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=548437698509433&set=a.429514310401773.104210.358130007540204&type=1
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on January 31, 2013, 07:47:41 pm
Im still using him. He is now on his final metamorph as Dynamite. Even at lower levels, he still takes and gives hits better than anything else Ive found. Which ones are you using that you find better?
With the main character I'm currently using Cutpurrse, Najalisk and Pond Pom
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on January 31, 2013, 07:55:41 pm
I have cutpurrse on Swaine ... I havent gotten any of the Najas yet and dont even know what that last one is.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on February 01, 2013, 06:10:24 am
I saw a dinoceros last night. Not sure if it's good since I couldn't tame it but it looked cool. Has anyone tamed a familiar with a planet sign? I have yet to see any but maybe they only show up late in the game. I've got three double sign familiars which I've kept in my rotation assuming that's worth having even if the familiars aren't the greatest.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 01, 2013, 09:32:34 am
I have not payed too much attention to the sign on the familiars (other than the fact that most of mine are star which means morphing them into the final form is something Ive had to be picky about).
Ive been trying to recruit more but mitey still #1! :D
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 01, 2013, 12:02:48 pm
I do have a question (Im sure I could just cheat and look online but I really dont like that unless Im on my last options). Has anyone figured out how to get familiars past the 10/10 and get more familiarity? My little mitey is 10/10 now and almost 2 hearts but I cant seem to gain anymore. :|
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on February 01, 2013, 04:24:05 pm
I do have a question (Im sure I could just cheat and look online but I really dont like that unless Im on my last options). Has anyone figured out how to get familiars past the 10/10 and get more familiarity? My little mitey is 10/10 now and almost 2 hearts but I cant seem to gain anymore. :|
Yep! You have to fill out that second heart by giving treats, then you'll be 10/20. Third heart will increase capacity by another 10, so on and so forth to a max of 50. Each family of familiar has a certain kind of treat they like best that will fill those hearts faster. Give him some chocolate (milite family) and you should get that second heart pretty quick.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on February 01, 2013, 04:26:45 pm
Man, all this game talk makes me want to go out and buy a PS3 :( but I don't have time to drop on this! :'( #gamerproblems
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on February 01, 2013, 07:23:14 pm
I saw a dinoceros last night. Not sure if it's good since I couldn't tame it but it looked cool. Has anyone tamed a familiar with a planet sign? I have yet to see any but maybe they only show up late in the game. I've got three double sign familiars which I've kept in my rotation assuming that's worth having even if the familiars aren't the greatest.
I was wondering the same, I have not seen one yet but also have tamed a few double signs.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 01, 2013, 07:24:43 pm
I do have a question (Im sure I could just cheat and look online but I really dont like that unless Im on my last options). Has anyone figured out how to get familiars past the 10/10 and get more familiarity? My little mitey is 10/10 now and almost 2 hearts but I cant seem to gain anymore. :|
Yep! You have to fill out that second heart by giving treats, then you'll be 10/20. Third heart will increase capacity by another 10, so on and so forth to a max of 50. Each family of familiar has a certain kind of treat they like best that will fill those hearts faster. Give him some chocolate (milite family) and you should get that second heart pretty quick.
I try to give him treats and he doesnt do anything but eat it. Nothing rises. He is a single one green square treat from another point of magic attack but when I feed him, it doesnt raise the bar, just adds to the fullness.
I tamed 2 different ice queens today. One was single sign, one was double sign. Had them both at the same time. The double sign had +1 of 4 of the stats and like +30 on magic defense and magic attack. I quickly went and released the other one. :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 01, 2013, 07:26:06 pm
Man, all this game talk makes me want to go out and buy a PS3 :( but I don't have time to drop on this! :'( #gamerproblems
Drop all those other games you are playing! I was almost thinking its time to empty out the game room of every game I own and just make it into a Ni no Kuni room. Its that good. 8)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on February 01, 2013, 09:10:29 pm
Drop all those other games you are playing! I was almost thinking its time to empty out the game room of every game I own and just make it into a Ni no Kuni room. Its that good. 8)
Ha, I'm not playing *any* games right now 'cause I don't have any time... I wasted a bunch of time gaming instead of making art, and now it's biting me in the a$$...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on February 01, 2013, 09:39:58 pm
Man It PISSES ME OFF that folks are gutting the Wizards Editions and selling them all off piece by piece. It's just so fucking wrong.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 01, 2013, 10:18:07 pm
Yep there is so much greed out there, its distasteful. I saw a few people actually trying to sell the Drippy plushie alone for almost $200 BIN. What kind of crap is that? While Im happy I got mine and that it truely is a limited edition for a change, I really do feel for the people that got fucked out of theirs by assholes who are only buying to screw over someone for a few hundred dollars. Its also pretty horrible watching the Facebook page and seeing them have all these posts about how to win a copy when they cancelled so many orders otherwise.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on February 01, 2013, 10:19:27 pm
Man It PISSES ME OFF that folks are gutting the Wizards Editions and selling them all off piece by piece. It's just so fucking wrong.
Yeah, I finally decided just to download the super high res (400+ MB) PDF of the thing that's floating around on the Internet. I'm considering just having it printed off on a similar weight paper to a guide and having the pages bound with a nice hardback leather cover. IDK...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on February 01, 2013, 11:48:16 pm
I finally got to put in some play time again ... and man, is this game boring or what!?
Just kidding, its sweet! I'm still pretty early though and am hovering between level 7 and 8. Just got my second familiar and am really wanting to just get ahold of my Griffy.
I just entered the Well area and had to leave. Was thoroughly getting my ass handed to me in there. So I went outside and have been packing up for a bit. Then went back to it. I should be good for a bit, level wise.
Edit, for god awful auto corrects...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on February 03, 2013, 04:08:37 pm
I'm about 40 hours in now and I think I'm close to the end. I've been trying to do all the errands and I'm down to one though I'm sure it will lead to another. Also don't have any bounty hunts remaining at this time but to purchase all of the remaining merit rewards it would cost 16 more cards. Either there are a lot more errands to unlock or you can't purchase them all, or they carry over into a second game? I'm having a hard time completing one of those tame a few familiars errands. It took me 45 kills of one familiar just to get a chance to tame it :( Unfortunately, I still have to tame one more of something, though I've not figured out what it is yet.
I got the dinoceros familiar and it is good but slow. Its size also gets in the way of lining up attacks. I'm on the second stage of the creature, level 11 maybe, and with the items equipped it has 307 attack and 241 defense. On the first stage it only goes up to level ten so it's quick to morph to the next.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 03, 2013, 04:22:48 pm
I am down to 2 errands left. I can not find another jade for the life of me and the most current tame task (one fully metamorphed thing to go). I am not sure Im going to be able to fill all the cards either but a few of them I really dont care if I get or not. All my bounty hunts are done too. Ive been playing with the familiars more. I still like Mitey the most but the pirate cat is pretty cool and the jackrabbot is pretty strong too. I finally gave up on the green buncher. He is simply too slow to continue using. I got me a Tokotoko but leveling those is a nightmare.
I still havent seen a Dinoceros.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on February 03, 2013, 06:20:55 pm
The dinoceros hangs out on the steppes around the desert. Saw him both near the border between the desert and Castaway Cove area and near the building that had the trials. I have another member of the dracones genus that is good, has four star attack and movement though I can't recall what it's name is. It's a duck I believe and a light turquoise color. I don't think I've seen a planet sign familiar still so they must be really rare or only in the final area.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on February 03, 2013, 07:41:35 pm
soo who got jumping???
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 03, 2013, 08:03:34 pm
First thing!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on February 03, 2013, 08:26:34 pm
Is jumping useful at all? Just checking. I'm in the fairy village and only got 2 things from the merit stamp cards so far.
Quite enjoying the game right now, and doing all the Swift Solutions stuff along the way. My only problem so far is... well, most of my monsters are Star types, and I've only had one stardrop so far. Oh, and I like that the book in the Wizard Edition can be used to help in-game, like having all the Alchemy recipes, and being easier to read that reading it on the screen.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 03, 2013, 08:34:39 pm
Most of the familiars are star based. It sucks when you start getting to the final metamorph cause you run out of the jumbos fast.
Jumping doesnt really have much of a use. Ive actually jumped over a low end fight I didnt want to do once. Otherwise, the only use I have found for it was to move a little bit faster in the rooms in towns.
I have 4 options left on the bottom row of the merit rewards (4,4,4,5 cost) but the completion thing is only 75% so Im guessing there is going to be enough stuff to get every reward.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on February 04, 2013, 05:58:16 am
Is jumping useful at all? Just checking. I'm in the fairy village and only got 2 things from the merit stamp cards so far.
It's not but you have to get it eventually. You have to fill the whole first line before the next line will unlock.
One amusing familiar is the third stage of the Whambat. Although the other form looked better as far as stats, I chose Captain Whamtastic because he has sunglasses on (his outfit looks like a superhero too) 8)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on February 04, 2013, 07:36:07 am
Is jumping useful at all? Just checking. I'm in the fairy village and only got 2 things from the merit stamp cards so far.
It's not but you have to get it eventually. You have to fill the whole first line before the next line will unlock.
Oh >_< I never picked up anything (other than faster movement on the world map/boat) because I don't really care about any of them, I wanted to wait and see if anything else I preferred ended up popping up later instead of just wasting all my cards. Bleh.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 04, 2013, 08:54:12 am
Psy, you try leveling up a Toko? Man that is a rough ride!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on February 04, 2013, 11:26:58 am
Psy, you try leveling up a Toko? Man that is a rough ride!
Well, I'm still playing on easy :P Turns out I wasn't as close to the end as I thought. Not sure if more errands opened up but there is definitely more story to go.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on February 04, 2013, 12:28:32 pm
I bought the jumping first.. Thought I could just jump right down to the treasure chest behind the house where the flower pot is or jump over the flower pot.... no luck though :( an I refuse to use the strategy guide on this :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on February 04, 2013, 12:43:58 pm
I bought the jumping first.. Thought I could just jump right down to the treasure chest behind the house where the flower pot is or jump over the flower pot.... no luck though :( an I refuse to use the strategy guide on this :)
Yeah, I feel the same way about the guide. I feel like I over use them on RPGs most of the time.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on February 04, 2013, 12:55:27 pm
I just finished the Story in Ding Dong Dell, at the beginning. Now, rather than continuing on with the story I'm using the guide to point out as many side missions as I can. This is the only time I'm using the guide too. So if I'm in a dungeon or doing something story wise, I leave it alone. Then once I'm done with that section, I pick up the guide and go hunting for items I might have missed, quests, etc.
AND yes, I'm that far behind everyone else.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: darko on February 04, 2013, 01:25:20 pm
I just finished the Story in Ding Dong Dell, at the beginning. Now, rather than continuing on with the story I'm using the guide to point out as many side missions as I can. This is the only time I'm using the guide too. So if I'm in a dungeon or doing something story wise, I leave it alone. Then once I'm done with that section, I pick up the guide and go hunting for items I might have missed, quests, etc.
AND yes, I'm that far behind everyone else.
Meh, I'm still only ~ 10 hours in. I just haven't had any time to play.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on February 04, 2013, 01:37:49 pm
I'm prolly close to that. I haven't had time/ been waiting for the GF. But I decided to just play and fill her in on the story if she's really interested.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 04, 2013, 02:03:11 pm
Im around 60 hours in now. I agree with the guide thing. The way I do my first playthrough of any game like this is totally guideless. I want to explore every path and get everything on my own (so far every "dangerous place" has 100% completion on explore and all the chests). Im liking the direction the game is going into now. It totally threw me for a loop a few times where I am now. I do know at least one more errand popped up and once I completed it, my rating was now 75% so it looks like there will definitely be enough of them to fill out the entire thing.
Has anyone spent any time in the Solesseum? Rank C sucks. :(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on February 04, 2013, 06:09:07 pm
I did try the Solesseum but haven't been there in a while. I think rank C is where I left off (some robot kicked my butt). I didn't have the dino guy then and he should be a big help except I just morphed him to the final stage so he is level one again. Once he is up a few levels he should be good. I'm at 45 hours and have the option to enter the final battle but have noticed more bounty hunts and errands unlocked so maybe I'll mess around a bit more before finishing.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 04, 2013, 07:06:21 pm
Beat rank C and then beat rank B ... havent even tried rank A yet cause B was pretty tough. I probably wont see too many more bounty/errands til I can finish that morph capture.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on February 04, 2013, 07:10:11 pm
I'm still playing around with my "A" team, most have hit max level (30-40) and are back to 35+ after evolving them. My progression is still pretty slow (Fairygrounds) but I'm level 50-something now lol. I'm just having too much fun trying the different familiars and playing with abilities. I'm looking forward to the casino and soloseum!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 04, 2013, 07:27:26 pm
Most of the casino rewards are pretty meh. There are a couple of unique alc items but most else is just passable.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on February 05, 2013, 06:05:16 am
I bought some crownberries and an Idler ticket at the casino. I didn't know what the ticket was but I ended up talking to the character who takes it. You get a familiar called Idler in return though I never used it, just tossed the creature into storage.
On February 12th Namco Bandai is releasing a free downloadable Draggle familiar.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on February 05, 2013, 08:36:18 am
OK. I think I'm officially done w/ Ding Dong Dell, the quests anyway. I still need to go back through the Well and get any items I missed while going through there. Then it's on to the Golden Grove!
I have a bit of a TF2 addiction going though, so I stopped where I was and went on to my PC to light people on fire...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 05, 2013, 09:49:05 am
Where did you hear about the Draggle familiar? Its actually one of the characters I saw in the wiz companion and thought it would be a neat familiar!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on February 05, 2013, 11:22:27 am
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 05, 2013, 05:20:54 pm
Marked that down! I cant wait for this. :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on February 05, 2013, 06:47:30 pm
I'll take that!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: psydswipe on February 06, 2013, 06:06:34 am
I went ahead and finished the game. Turns out you can keep playing after the final battle. You get to create a new save file that is set before the final battle. However, you keep all of the experience and items you gained from that area. When you choose to enter the final battle they don't take you straight to a fight, it's more exploration with random battles and chests to find. Also, after creating the new save file they add more content. I didn't look around but a message popped up mentioning there are some more things to do, including more battles at the Solosseum. I may take a break now and check that stuff out at a later date.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on February 06, 2013, 10:30:28 pm
Oh yeah, I forgot to mention the other day that I got my wizard's edition the other night and, despite the fears and rumors about DR's fulfillment, the game box was sealed and pristine. Then I put it back in the shipping box and packaging and tucked it away in my studio for some special day :\
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 08, 2013, 08:06:35 pm
So Im sitting around 80 hours in now. I have completed every bounty and errand available. Ive done all of Horace's puzzles. The final area is all mapped out. Im on rank S of the Solosseum. Im still really enjoying the game. Im thinking of beating it, I just dont know if there is post game stuff. I imagine there is cause my errand percentage isnt 100% and my companion and my monster kill list isnt 100% either. I havent gotten too far into the alchemy yet (25%) and really want to see what that has in store too. Plus the Draggle comes out in a few days!
Another update. 83 hours in and Im about to go give the final fight a try. My characters are level 80 now and I finally scored me a Mermite familiar to go with my Dynamite buddy so once he gets some levels, Im going to have a pair of fire and ice badasses! If you guys are exp hunting, walking around the final dungeon really goes well if you happen to find a Tokotocold. Hes worth like 28k which will give most familiars 2 levels a pop. Dont bother wasting your time trying to steal from him either. I thought he would have something super rare to steal but its just a minorly uncommon alchemy item which is also stolen from much more common enemies and drops. When you see him, go all out on him cause he will most definitely try to run away if you dont slaughter him asap.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 09, 2013, 01:30:33 pm
Well, I gave the final fight a try. I lost the first time but came back and won. Very cool ending to the story .. and definitely some post game content. A lot really. I am so happy that I can continue on! :D
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on February 11, 2013, 12:42:18 pm
Good to know! I've been killing the regular Toko on one of the islands for 2k exp each. I just got to the Sky pirates part and am Rank B so far in the Soloseum. I'm having a really hard time making money (chips or w/e) in the casino, have any of you had any luck? I have about 200k and I'm thinking I'll just buy the chips later, but then the rewards will probably be pretty weak.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 11, 2013, 01:29:57 pm
Once you beat the game, the final rank S of the rewards opens up and its probably the worst rank of them all. Me personally, I havent done anything in there but look around.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 11, 2013, 08:45:44 pm
Btw, Draggle familiar available tomorrow. Dont forget your downloads. :)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: ffxik on February 12, 2013, 03:51:41 pm
I never received mine. Got refunded, but was looking forward to the game. :-\
Bad thing is I had it pre-ordered since they first went up and I still got the boot.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 12, 2013, 05:25:58 pm
That sucks. I think they should have went down the pre-order line.
In other thoughts ... the Draggle familiar is still not available yet. I swear PSN is so slow some times.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on February 13, 2013, 12:25:06 am
Draggle is in the PlayStation Store now guys. Don't forget to download it.
Lucky for me, I haven't even gotten to the point of turning in tickets yet. So I will have both Draggle and Griffy to level as I go. :D
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: ffxik on February 13, 2013, 03:57:33 pm
That sucks. I think they should have went down the pre-order line.
In other thoughts ... the Draggle familiar is still not available yet. I swear PSN is so slow some times.
That's Digital River for you. If I ever see them running anyone's online store I am not bothering with them.
I have seen these for sale by the truckloads to the assholes that bought multiple copies just for the sake of cashing in a quick buck.
Yes, I am pissed about this and probably will be for some time.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on February 14, 2013, 04:57:52 pm
I showed this to my GF (well, in game, not the video) and she instantly wanted a Mitey plushie. Ha, so flipping adorable. I love the little things in this game.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 14, 2013, 07:53:03 pm
Mitey rocks! :) My kids love when I feed him chocolate heh.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 17, 2013, 01:10:25 pm
Went to pick up my display poster from Gamestop today. Its actually pretty big. I cut the "Now available" strip off the bottom and its a bit smaller but it looks better without it. Today is the day they are scheduled to change them out so if you get near a GS of your own, you may be able to snag one.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on February 19, 2013, 04:33:55 pm
Yeah Mitey's chocolate noises are pretty awesome! The gamestops near me are complete garbage and have no desire to make customers happy. I've walked in there many times to inquire about things and they've made it clear don't care at all.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 19, 2013, 04:42:44 pm
Thats pretty pathetic that they would do that. Any business that isnt there for the customer is one that will not remain open for long. There are a lot of Gamestops in my local area (probably about a dozen or so in as many miles) and there are a few that dont seem to be all that interested in people that arent interested in FPS games so I dont visit those ones but the one closest to me seems to have a pretty decent staff. Ive actually had long conversations with a few of them even to go as far as them holding stuff for me and calling me when it would come in (not a pre-order).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on February 19, 2013, 05:41:44 pm
That's pretty sweet.
I was never all that sure of how to be "friends" with the GS employees, but I figured the most I could do with one that I hadn't met yet was to greet them everytime I walked in. I don't ignore them when they ask me if I need help finding anything, and when they're forced to ask me about preorders, I might ask them what's coming up (if it's not busy at the shop).
Usually they're the ones who're pretty nice at first, commenting about a game I picked up, and conversation goes from there. Also, me walking in there at least once a week probably helps, too ;)
I thought all the employees would be all about the FPSes, which I think they still are, but they also recognize that I'd be possibly be into things like Etrian Odyssey, Pokemon, Fire Emblem, etc., whether I actually am or am not.
Long story short, I didn't think I'd get familiar enough with them where they'd be willing to give me promo display stuff, but it's slowly getting into that territory. Took a while, though.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on February 24, 2013, 11:35:39 am
Well, as of this morning, Im finished with the game as much as I want to do. I have 100% errand/bounty completion, finished rank S in the Solesseum, 100% completion in all the dangerous places, all my main characters are level 99. I have a few level 99 familiars and Im almost to 1 million guilders. Sitting at 106 hours played. I will probably work on a few more trophies but in all essence, Im complete. :) What an amazing game experience. I dont think anything is going to top it for quite some time. Super glad that I found that game cause of these forums.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on February 24, 2013, 10:00:41 pm
Well, as of this morning, Im finished with the game as much as I want to do. I have 100% errand/bounty completion, finished rank S in the Solesseum, 100% completion in all the dangerous places, all my main characters are level 99. I have a few level 99 familiars and Im almost to 1 million guilders. Sitting at 106 hours played. I will probably work on a few more trophies but in all essence, Im complete. :) What an amazing game experience. I dont think anything is going to top it for quite some time. Super glad that I found that game cause of these forums.
That's awesome! I took a bit of a break to BETA some games but I'll be back at soon.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on March 17, 2013, 03:19:08 pm
Reviving an old topic!
I finally got to the final boss, got my ass kicked, realized I was 10 levels underpowered (whoops :P) and grinded and tried again.
Things were going well, but this is the type of situation where the terrible partner AI really does ruin everything... I got to the third form of the final boss, and my partners just did nothing to help, and suddenly I was dead... Now I have to refight all the forms of the final boss. So annoying. I wouldn't mind if the loss was my fault, but in this case it really was the AI just not really doing anything to help.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on March 17, 2013, 03:57:43 pm
Who were you controlling? Oliver or one of the others? I always just stick with Oliver and keep my finger ready on the swap person button. I also tend to keep some healing familiars on the other two and the big hitters on Oliver. That way the familiars keep Esther and Swaine alive and if I have to, Oliver can heal himself. Good luck on the fight again. And which one is it exactly ?(dont want to go into too many spoilers)
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: jobocan on March 17, 2013, 04:24:37 pm
The final form with the 4 floating eye thingies that keep stabbing me :P
People just said "spam Evenstar", which almost got rid of the floating eye things after 2 uses (and a Rockfall from any of my partners which do have it would have finished them off), but suddenly those eye things just all attacked me at the same time, knocked me down and finished me off (all that a second before a third Eventar would have destroyed them).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: ffxik on March 25, 2013, 01:50:12 am
I hate to revive this for basically an off topic question, but.
Has anyone that knew they were getting the cop-out strategy guide actually received it yet? I got an email some time ago stating it would ship soon. Haven't heard anything since.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: scott on March 25, 2013, 09:50:34 am
I think disgeaniac got his awhile ago?
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on March 25, 2013, 10:06:07 am
I received it a week after the issue.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on March 25, 2013, 12:41:16 pm
I got it around the time they said it'd be sent. My email said the week of Feb 18. You should contact them! It was sent to the address I'd submitted for the order of the Wizard's edition.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on March 25, 2013, 02:12:14 pm
I received mine (iirc - a few days before Desocietas did)...
...EDIT - just checked where I made the original post about getting it (in the "Anonymous/General" thread), and it looks like I got it on Feb. 21st.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: ffxik on March 25, 2013, 03:06:47 pm
Will do. Thanks everyone.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: entrepjp on April 06, 2013, 11:59:26 am
Hi. Its out in the UK. Its a great game and very involving. 20+hours racked up already. There is a standard edition circa £40 new and a Wizards edition with extra DLC and other extras £130 but sold out almost immediately.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: varkias on April 07, 2013, 11:45:09 pm
Hi. Its out in the UK. Its a great game and very involving. 20+hours racked up already. There is a standard edition circa £40 new and a Wizards edition with extra DLC and other extras £130 but sold out almost immediately.
Same story here in the US, the wizards edition went quick!
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on April 11, 2013, 05:44:09 pm
I'm still suffering because of that Wizard Edition and the event that happen..... :(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: disgaeniac on April 12, 2013, 09:59:01 am
I'm still suffering because of that Wizard Edition and the event that *DIDN'T* happen..... :(
Fixed that for ya' to reflect MY experience :(
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on April 14, 2013, 12:40:55 am
right disgaeniac? an as many people this crushed I'm surprised it ended the way it did..
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on April 14, 2013, 10:45:24 am
Not sure if you guys actually picked up a copy ... but Target has the game on sale now for $40 (At least it was a couple days ago when I was there).
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on April 14, 2013, 04:52:18 pm
Thanks Soera, I went ahead and rented it on Gamefly then bought it through them with an extra $10 off on with a coupon costing me 37.75 or something...just really would have liked the book and the coin..not interested in the stuffy.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: desocietas on April 14, 2013, 08:50:32 pm
Thanks Soera, I went ahead and rented it on Gamefly then bought it through them with an extra $10 off on with a coupon costing me 37.75 or something...just really would have liked the book and the coin..not interested in the stuffy.
Scott would've happily taken the plushie off your hands...
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: libernullmal on April 16, 2013, 12:37:18 am
would have given the Stuffy to Scott too if I had gotten it....
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: soera on April 16, 2013, 11:27:46 am
I just saw that Wal Mart has this game on sale right now too.
Title: Re: Ni no Kuni for PS3
Post by: ko1ru on April 16, 2013, 03:23:29 pm