Video Games Releases (February)

[Ayen]

Bravely Default was created specifically to be a spiritual successor to Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light, released for the DS a couple of years ago. Because of this, it maintains a number of elements of the series, including ability and item names.

Nevertheless, it is not a direct sequel, and does not tie in to the world or story of The 4 Heroes of Light, nor does it use the Final Fantasy name. While this does make it a new IP, it has about as much in common with the Final Fantasy series as any of the other games in the series have with each other.

The one thing I will say is that keeping it a separate entity has allowed it to maintain its own identity and stay true to the roots it was aiming for. Without the "Final Fantasy" name, it avoided investor scrutiny which could have easily pushed it into the same sort of messes that the main series is currently in. So, while not a Final Fantasy game in a technical sense, it is just that, a technicality. Bravely Default holds the heart and soul of the series, and keeps it closer than any of the current games that actually bear the name.

Thanks for the clarification, sounds awesome. I'm gonna have to remember it if I ever get my hands on a 3DS/2DS.

Why do you not have a 3DS?

Me: $67.47
3DS: $120.09

Make it a priority. Next week's paycheck, whatever. It's worth it.

It would provide funny commentary from my dad at least.

Dad: What's that?
Me: Nintendo 3DS.
Dad: 3D, huh?
Me: Yes.
Dad: That all it does, just play games?
Me: Yup.
Dad: How much that set you back?
Me: One hundred bucks.
Dad: One hundred bucks!? For that little thing?

Said the same thing when I got the DS.

[Flaming Ice]

It would provide funny commentary from my dad at least.

Dad: What's that?
Me: Nintendo 3DS.
Dad: 3D, huh?
Me: Yes.
Dad: That all it does, just play games?
Me: Yup.
Dad: How much that set you back?
Me: One hundred bucks.
Dad: One hundred bucks!? For that little thing?

Said the same thing when I got the DS.

Or

You: Someone named skyblade was kind enough to buy one

[Ayen]

Fable Anniversary, The Wolf Among Us Episode 2 and Outlast are now out. The Wolf Among Us is made by Telltale Games, so those who enjoyed The Walking Dead may enjoy it as well. I don't know why Wikipedia still has Earth Defense Force on February 4th when its official page says the 18th.

[Del Murder]

Bravely Default for sure, Lightning Returns probably. I'd also like to play The Wolf Among Us but not until all the episodes are out. And if I ever get a WiiU, DKC is mandatory.

[Ayen]

I imagine that can be annoying. "I want to play more!"
"Sorry, the episode has ended. You must now wait for the next episode."
"FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF-!"

[Vyk]

Seriously considering getting a 2DS lol Go me... I have Bravely Default reserved and ready to go. But I don't think there's anything else I'm super looking forward to this month. Except I imported Infinite Space from Germany last week, so I'll be able to play that on whatever system. I have an old DS and my girlfriend has a regular 3DS

[Scotty_ffgamer]

The only game I'll probably actually buy this month is Lightning Returns. I may also get Donkey Kong if I have the money for it as that game looks awesome. I want to get a hold of Donkey Kong Country Returns for the Wii first though.... Most likely I'll only have money for one game this month, though. And I really shouldn't even buy that one game.

Games that come out this month that I'll buy eventually:

Lightning Returns
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
The Wolf Among Us (when the entire season is out)
The Walking Dead Season 2
Outlast (I downloaded it for PS+, but I don't have a PS4. I'll get a PS4 eventually)
Bravely Default
Tales of Symphonia


I'm unsure of Thief. I'll have to look into that game more. I will get Rayman Legends but I'll probably get it on the Wii U which has been out for a while.

[Ayen]

If I get a 2DS it'll only be because it's cheaper than the 3DS, but I'm unsure if I'd want to risk it.

Games I plan to get when money is no object,

Earth Defense Force 2025
The Wolf Among Us
Outlast
Double Dragon Neon
The Lego Movie Videogame
Bravely Default
Thief

I'm surprised by how many games has captured my interest this month.

[Flaming Ice]

Wow...what's with rpgs? Used to have to wait months for a good one (or even one at all) to finally come out now you have to spend a ton load of money all at one time because they're too good to pass ~.~

[Ayen]

Haha, yeah.

Today Double Dragon Neon is coming to the PC and Broken Sword 5: The Serpent's Curse is coming to iOS. Anyone has any plans to get them? I hear Neon is true to the spirit of the older Double Dragon games.

[Slothy]

I saw that Tales of Symphonia Chronicles up for pre-order on the playstation store the other day and just immediately got it. Didn't even stop to wonder if there was a physical edition or look at the release date. The title was all I needed to see.

I shouldn't be allowed to have credit cards.

[Flaming Ice]

I saw that Tales of Symphonia Chronicles up for pre-order on the playstation store the other day and just immediately got it. Didn't even stop to wonder if there was a physical edition or look at the release date. The title was all I needed to see.

I shouldn't be allowed to have credit cards.

I might have to wait...dang bills......except...I get free water for a bit maybe i'll save ....

[Ayen]

w00t! w00t! Bravely Default and The Lego Movie Videogame come out today. I don't think I have to ask which game most of you will be getting. Also, I saw the iOS port of Final Fantasy VI snuck up on us yesterday. Anyone else plan on giving that a try or has it been declared dead on arrival?

[Ayen]

Lightning Returns, Toukiden and One Piece are out today. Who's getting what? I'm interested in Toukiden since I like the idea of monster hunting. I just lack a Vita.