[xg4bx]

Gaming Union writes "Demons Soul's, the PlayStation 3 exclusive Japanese Action RPG, has just been confirmed for a North American release. It will be published by Atlus and will be appearing Fall 2009."

[moycon]

This is AWESOME news. I had been searching and searching for a cheap copy (<$40) and was having trouble finding one.
Now that this is having a US release, should be no trouble.

[cimerians]

YES!!!

I'll keep an eye on the US version.....if its different in some way I'll get it if not I'll keep the Asian version. I'm addicted to this nasty game.

Its brutally hard but I just keep coming back to it.

[MetalSlime23]

Cool. I'll have to check this out when it comes out. Is this the game that is similar to Oblivion that someone was talking about in another thread?

[cimerians]

It is like Oblivion except for one major thing. Its not open world. Rather, its kind of like Diablo where you are in a central hub or "town" and from there you enter different portals to different "worlds" or levels. In those levels you usually have to beat a final boss of some sort.

Its also features multiplayer and co-op (much easier when you and a friend play at the same time to take down monsters).

Its very hard so be warned. I hope they tone down for the American release but I have a feeling they will leave it alone. Prepare to die constantly more than any other game.
Funny but it can get strangely addictive.

[MetalSlime23]

Sounds good to me. I'll look for it on release day!

[xg4bx]

the only tweaks that are being made (so far) is fixing typos and glitches.

yes, the game is hard. but its "old school" hard, not cheap, broken gameplay hard. i think it has this reputation because people raised on modern games are so used to the non-stop handholding. this game leaves you alone and requires that you use the block button, use caution and play smart. there are no checkpoints, if you get killed its back to the beginning of the "level". early on, you are required to "grind" for souls (currency) so you can upgrade your items and stats.

i think anybody who played truly hardcore games like wizardy when they were growing up, would feel right at home with this game. or if youve played the ds game dark spire, this is the more action oriented 3d equivalent.

[cimerians]

xg4bx, on Fri May 29, 2009 9:57 PM, said:

the only tweaks that are being made (so far) is fixing typos and glitches.

yes, the game is hard. but its "old school" hard, not cheap, broken gameplay hard. i think it has this reputation because people raised on modern games are so used to the non-stop handholding. this game leaves you alone and requires that you use the block button, use caution and play smart. there are no checkpoints, if you get killed its back to the beginning of the "level". early on, you are required to "grind" for souls (currency) so you can upgrade your items and stats.

i think anybody who played truly hardcore games like wizardy when they were growing up, would feel right at home with this game. or if youve played the ds game dark spire, this is the more action oriented 3d equivalent.

You are 100% exactly correct.
Thats why I like it.

I died millions of times in Wizardry and the Bard's Tale. But you always make progress and feel like you achieved something. Rather than plowing through everything.

[moycon]

Pre-orders available on Amazon

http://www.amazon.co...a...0086&sr=8-1

Looks like I'll be getting this one as an early Xmas present to myself!

[cimerians]

It now has an official "American" website.

http://www.demons-souls.com/

Check the picture of the fallen knight.
How fitting....

[Mendon]

My opinion... Demon's Souls isn't very much like Oblivion at all. Oblivion is story & quest driven, plus the experimentation of the making potion's-weapons-armor, many people to interact with and a huge land to explore and discover. DS is more like Diablo with little story, no real varied quests, action dominated, online, and only a castle/tower with their grounds to explore.

Only real similarity I see is that they are both sword and sorcery themed with the ability to raise stat's based on victories.

Just my opinion.


Mendon

This post has been edited by Mendon: Wed Jun 3, 2009 10:56 AM

[cimerians]

You will get a 150 page strategy guide and an artbook if you buy the special edition:

http://ps3.qj.net/De...g/49/aid/132762

[moycon]

cimerians, on Mon Jul 6, 2009 6:14 PM, said:

You will get a 150 page strategy guide and an artbook if you buy the special edition:

More video game swag!! Pre-order now and get the soundtrack!!

http://www.amazon.co...ref=pd_sim_vg_3

Can't wait to finally get my hands on this and I'm glad I didn't spend $60-$70 on the import.
I'm going for the deluxe version!!

[cimerians]

moycon, on Sun Sep 13, 2009 1:58 PM, said:

cimerians, on Mon Jul 6, 2009 6:14 PM, said:

You will get a 150 page strategy guide and an artbook if you buy the special edition:

More video game swag!! Pre-order now and get the soundtrack!!

http://www.amazon.co...ref=pd_sim_vg_3

Can't wait to finally get my hands on this and I'm glad I didn't spend $60-$70 on the import.
I'm going for the deluxe version!!

Dude be prepared to get the proverbial ass whoopin' in this game. Its definitely old school RPG'ing, monsters are NOT wimps.

Strangely though you just cant help by going back and feeling good when you get your revenge and clear out the level.

Remember this: Try a fighter\mage out first, I think they are called Nobles or maybe a Hunter. I tried a straight barbarian out first (they start with no armor) and died like a dozen times. I think having a long range attack helps a whole lot but the barbarian once leveled up can do some mass damage. They all balance out in there own way.

[moycon]

cimerians, on Sun Sep 13, 2009 6:10 PM, said:

Remember this: Try a fighter\mage out first, I think they are called Nobles or maybe a Hunter. I tried a straight barbarian out first (they start with no armor) and died like a dozen times. I think having a long range attack helps a whole lot but the barbarian once leveled up can do some mass damage. They all balance out in there own way.

Am I remembering right, this game is full blown co-op? If so, how many players can co-op and does it make the game easier playing with others?

[cimerians]

moycon, on Sun Sep 13, 2009 6:49 PM, said:

Am I remembering right, this game is full blown co-op? If so, how many players can co-op and does it make the game easier playing with others?

It sort of is full blown co-op. Its hard to explain but yes it makes it a whole lot easier if two people are helping each out etc.

Here's all the info about multiplayer:

http://atlus.com/for...read.php?t=4021

I'll gladly join in and play if you or anyone else wants to play.

This post has been edited by cimerians: Sun Sep 13, 2009 7:48 PM

[DaytonaUSA]

Pre-ordered the 69 dollar version a month ago... can't wait for this!

[xg4bx]

trust me, youll need the strategy guide. its a brutal game. if youve played and enjoyed the kings field series youll feel right at home.

[Mendon]

Yer right... it is a brutal and unforgiving game.

I've played many a game in my day that dealt me death after death after death, but nothing deals player death like Demon's Souls. For me, the most frustrating part is that when (not if) I die, its all the way back to the beginning and I repeat my 30 minute (or more) journey all over again. Reminds me alot of Kid Icarus in that respect.

But for whatever reason, though I get frustrated at times beyond belief, there is something that pulls me back into the game to continue on my journey. Something about Demon's Souls grabs ahold of you and won't let go.


Mendon

[cimerians]

Mendon, on Tue Sep 15, 2009 6:40 AM, said:

Yer right... it is a brutal and unforgiving game.

I've played many a game in my day that dealt me death after death after death, but nothing deals player death like Demon's Souls. For me, the most frustrating part is that when (not if) I die, its all the way back to the beginning and I repeat my 30 minute (or more) journey all over again. Reminds me alot of Kid Icarus in that respect.

But for whatever reason, though I get frustrated at times beyond belief, there is something that pulls me back into the game to continue on my journey. Something about Demon's Souls grabs ahold of you and won't let go.


Mendon

Lol...theres a trick to that. When your about to die (you could tell), push down the PS button and quit the game. You will start at the same spot or little further back but the problem is you need to reload but it saves you time. Some people warn about corrupted data doing this but I've been doing it forever now and I havent had issues. Still its a good game but you definitely need to be patient.

[moycon]

cimerians, on Tue Sep 15, 2009 9:43 AM, said:

Still its a good game but you definitely need to be patient.

Just curious, is there an end to this game?

I also pre-ordered the deluxe edition, but found I had a $10 credit (probably from a previous purchase) so the game only cost me $56.99. Now October can't come quick enough.

[cimerians]

moycon, on Tue Sep 15, 2009 12:41 PM, said:

Just curious, is there an end to this game?

I also pre-ordered the deluxe edition, but found I had a $10 credit (probably from a previous purchase) so the game only cost me $56.99. Now October can't come quick enough.

Yes there is an ending

This is not really a spoiler. I explain what happens in the end but without talking about anything in the game, its up to you if you want to know.

Spoiler

You will eventually have to make a choice. Depending on which choice you make will determine what you get and what trophy you get in the end. You can always play the game through again (if I remember you keep your XP (souls)) and make a different choice so playing the game again is a nice option.

[xg4bx]

heres a review-

http://www.gamesrada...520131315176027

all the reviews ive seen are about a 9/10.

[moycon]

Man all everyone talks about is how frickin hard the game is!!! LOL

I have a feeling we may be teaming up in the near future cimerians! I wonder can you do the power off trick if you are playing co-op though?

[DaytonaUSA]

moycon, on Thu Sep 24, 2009 9:00 PM, said:

Man all everyone talks about is how frickin hard the game is!!! LOL

I have a feeling we may be teaming up in the near future cimerians! I wonder can you do the power off trick if you are playing co-op though?

When the game comes out and you want to do co-op, lemme know, and give me your PSN ID. I have a feeling having some extra help in this game might be kinda useful lol.