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Atlus spoils "Demon's Souls", announces NA release date

Atlus U.S.A., Inc. has revealed that Demon's Souls, a groundbreaking action RPG experience for PlayStation 3, is to become the newest entry in the Atlus Spoils fan appreciation program. In addition to the standard version of the game, which now features new North-American exclusive box art, there will also be a deluxe edition. For less than it costs to import the game, fans will receive a 150+ page strategy guide (only available as part of this deluxe version, not for sale anywhere else) and a collectible outer slipcase, in addition to the game itself.

MGOelite5402d ago

how about a EU release date???. im gonna be very pissy if this never comes to the EU cos i hate importing games

Christopher5402d ago

Not sure if it's going to EU. Don't see why it wouldn't go to UK at least, though. I hope you guys get it.

MGOelite5402d ago

dont give 2 dams about the rest of the eu. i just want uk to get it lol

MiloGarret5402d ago

No, Sweden, screw uk...

(j/k)

ZorinInc5402d ago

I'm in UK and choose to import it a few days ago. I'd rather have it now than have to wait till October when my plate will be full with other superb games coming out.

£40 free delivery off a reputable Hong Kong eBay seller.

Immortal Kaim5402d ago

Just checked out some actual gameplay videos, looks kind of bland...

INehalemEXI5402d ago (Edited 5402d ago )

strategy guide is for pansy. lol @ LO fanboy.

joemayo765402d ago

after all its Atlus we're talkin about.

They keep finding ways to get me to give them money, the bigger studios could learn a thing or two from these guys
Def preording the LE

JL5402d ago

First off, here's to hoping you guys in EU get some love and get a release for this game. I know I'm definitely going to be getting it come October. This is one of the ones definitely on my list for the rest of this year (quite possibly top 5). The game looks cool. And on top of that, I'm really liking all the talk I hear about this game being like INSANELY difficult. I like the idea of that kind of challenge. Quite honestly, games of that kind of difficulty are few and far between these days.

As for the deluxe edition: I'll pass. I'm not much into the collectible stuff, and I can do without the game guide. Even if I do get so utterly frustrated that I decide to resort to a guide (which apparently is almost an inevitability with this game rather than a question of "if?"), but we just know the contents of that guide (or some walkthrough/guide) is going to be up on the internet in no time.

lol Is it f*cked up that I'm getting "giddy" at the idea of having a game being so fun and difficult that I'm angrily slamming the controller and loudly cussing the tv? Wanting it to be so hard that, in fits of rage, I consider calling/emailing Atlus just to cuss them out lol

Immortal Kaim5402d ago

Oops, forgot I couldn't criticise any exclusives on either platform without coping the wrath of the fanboys. :)

SevWolf5402d ago

first of all you didnt criticize, you bashed, criticizing is like telling a singer "oh that was a really high note that didnt work, next time try for a lower one", bashing is "oh I just heard you sing the song, it sounded pretty bad, the notes were all over the place", and this is something everybody on this site should know about, when somebody presses the disagree button it means he disagrees with you, its not necessarily the "fanboy's wrath", I mean I disagree with you, the game doesn't look bland IN MY OPINION, so I pressed the disagree button, and Im not a fanboy, but this also doesnt mean that I hate you, so kindly understand what you're writing before bashing :)

Immortal Kaim5402d ago

LOL I didn't 'bash' it, I said it looks kind of bland, which after checking out some videos I had to say. You and I both know the majority of people who disagreed with me aren't the ones with a differing, intelligent opinion, they are the ones who disagree with anything that they presume is 'against' their system of choice.

I was hoping that someone would actually present some interesting videos, or offer up some evidence that the game is more compelling than what I have seen so far...Instead I get 18 disgrees with only 1 intelligent, different point of view (yourself).

I love my PS3 (from what I have played so far), but it doesn't mean I have to act like every exclusive is the second coming of Christ. :)

poeo5402d ago

i thought it looked bland too at first, like any boring fantasy hack 'n slash...

but now after playing it myself for 40 hours or so, it's one of the best games this gen. you really just have to play it yourself. the graphics look better than what the videos suggest too, many little details like self-shadowing are excellently done. and the monster designs and animations are great. some of the environments too are quite impressive.

Swiftfox5402d ago

Yes, it does lack the flash of God of War, or the charm of a Final Fantasy, but that's part of its allure.

It's not a game that is meant to visually impress or make the player feel empowered. You play an ordinary man doing extraordinary feats.

It's a pure test of personal fortitude, patience and skill that in the end leaves you with a deep sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

Kratos brings down a cyclopes. Child's play. A normal man brings down a cyclops. Now THAT is an adventure.

callahan095402d ago

@ Immortal Kaim:

Don't judge a book by its cover. You shouldn't watch videos of a game and come to hasty conclusions from that. OK, maybe for some games you can really tell if it's your kind of game just from watching videos, but when it comes to a deep action-RPG like Demon's Souls, a game that is quite unique in comparison to all other action games and RPG's that have come out in the past 2 generations of gaming, you can't jump to conclusions about it until you experience it for yourself. If you think you understand it just from watching a couple of videos, I can assure you that you do not. You will play this game and realize that it is so much more than you expected.

The game oozes atmosphere. It exudes depth and gets under your skin. You soon won't be able to think about anything else once you start playing it. It's not your typical action game, it's not your standard RPG, it's something new - but also, something old. It goes back to an earlier time in gaming and takes the kind of design that would have been familiar 20 years ago and recreates that with the technology of today (better graphics and sound, online functionality, more complexity in control). I bought the Asia version of Demon's Souls and put in 113 hours, earning the platinum trophy. I can assure you, this game is not "bland."

nothere4135402d ago

I want this. I want it bad...

INehalemEXI5402d ago

I disagree cause I play it and its far from bland IMO. The art style is dreary though like Kingsfield series. Just cause its not a vibrant cheery RPG I would not call it bland ...its just awesome.

zoneofenders5402d ago

well this is my GOTA so far. it beats KZ2 and infamous.
i wouldnt call it "bland" LOL

Immortal Kaim5401d ago

That is exactly what I wanted, an explanation of the game not just random disgrees. I'm not personally into hack'n'slash games, so the initial impressions I got from the videos, was just 'same old, same old'.

Now that I have actually had people explaining the deeper mechanics and subtle RPG elements, I'm intrigued.

I think that is what we are lacking around here, anyone who questions the 'norm' is typically disagreed with, and we don't actually get thought provoking conversation. I will point out my initial comment of 'it's bland' wasn't the most stimulating conversation starter, but it seems to have done its job in the long run.

So thanks to the people who actually took the time to respond in an intelligent manner, as I was be keeping a closer eye on this game now. :)

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heroicjanitor5402d ago (Edited 5402d ago )

First time I've seen that in a special edition, hope it comes to the EU too

kurochi: So I've heard, I'll take that as a challenge :)

Timesplitter145402d ago

Apparently, this is one of the hardest games ever.

I guess that's why it comes with a guide

Max Power5402d ago

devs tend to make the game more difficult when they localize it for the western countries, makes you wonder if they amped it up a tad? Still torn on weather or not to get the deluxe package, the hardcore gamer in me says I don't need, but the collector in me says it would be a nice collectable. I suppose I could pick it up and not use the book and keep it mint, hmmm I think I'll do that.

kurochi5402d ago (Edited 5402d ago )

time that the US PS3 consumers got to enjoy this diamond in the rough.... LOL I hope that the EU get some love with this game also.

PS. @ heroichjanitor: trust me.... if they didn't change anything about this game from the Japanese version, you'll need some help with it playing it through by yourself.

ZombieNinjaPanda5402d ago

"got to enjoy this diamond in the rough"

You been listening to Avenged Sevenfold lately? XD

on topic:

Game looks interesting, wonder if they'll demo it?

Uzesgelen_Goo5402d ago

why demo?! JUST GET IT BRO (- ^_^ -)b

ShadowRyuX5402d ago

didn't invent that term...sure I love them, but they are far from the first to use it...

ZombieNinjaPanda5402d ago

@MGL Gamer, haha I would I def would, but the expenses of life are starting to hit me.

@Shadowryu, I'm sure they didn't, but I was just wondering because I just saw their album XD

cayal5402d ago

I haven't seen this game before, how is it ground breaking?

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Cerberus_Hunter5402d ago

I guess i'll be pre-ordering the "deluxe edition" then.

SactoGamer5402d ago

I think that's the point. Looks to be worth it, though.

blitz06235402d ago

I can't waiiiiiit for thisss game XD

Liquid_Ocelot5402d ago

who are the participating retailers!!?? GameRape(Stop) better have this, i want the Strategy Guide, the Art Book & the collectible outer slipcase!! gimme gimme gimme!! Deluxe Edition here i come!!

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The best PS5 exclusives 2024

With so many PS5 exclusives to choose from, it can be a little overwhelming to pick which one to play. This is especially true for a new PlayStation gamer who has yet to experience the wonder of PlayStation-exclusive storytelling. So, here's KnowTechie's take on the best PS5 exclusives in 2024 and beyond

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Hereandthere5d ago

PlayStation is killing it with the exclusives this year. Exclusive wise, what has xbox released this year?

VersusDMC5d ago

They won't complain about Microsoft not releasing games here but put all their effort into saying that only first party counts. Games like Rebirth and Grandblue Relink don't count. Games published by Sony like Helldivers 2, Stellar Blade and Rise of the Ronin don't count because Sony don't own the studios.

It's some narrative building so for when Hellblade 2 come out they can say, seemingly without shame, that Microsoft is actually releasing first party games this year. And claim victory.🙃

Chevalier5d ago

Weird 1st party games didn't matter when Xbox had so little, but, now they're important again? Guess Ark 3, Stalker 2 don't count any more?

KyRo5d ago (Edited 5d ago )

ARK 3 doesn't exist and it's just a timed exclusive. It's also a game that a majority of the ARK player base doesn't want as it's a massive deviation from what people like about the original game

Abnor_Mal5d ago (Edited 5d ago )

Honestly to me it doesn’t matter what they say, they are just finally getting a chance to say all the things PS fan(boy)s were saying to them for the past few years. Let them get that, they deserve a “win” for a change.

The new narrative is that suddenly first party games matter again when awhile ago they didn’t, but that was because they were struggling with the same three games with the occasional fourth or fifth. That games should be everywhere on all platforms since that’s whats happening to theirs. The consoles don’t matter just the ability to play anywhere. Whatever Xbox is doing Sony will soon follow.

They’re not moving the goalpost anymore, but rather just moving the whole damn stadium.

jwillj2k45d ago

Only a incel would care about who published what and who owns who.

If it’s not on the other consoles it’s an exclusive.

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Cacabunga5d ago

Killing what? Where are the 1st party games??
Stellar Blade and FF7 is what I’m seeing this year.. so shallow!!!!

andy855d ago

Doesn't really matter as long as they're great games. Baffles me why people put an emphasis on 1st party. They're still games you can't play anywhere else this year

Cacabunga4d ago

Andy

PS brand is my favorite because of their stellar first party software.. currently I see absolutely nothing to go crazy for..

CS74d ago

Nonsense.

PS1 and PS2 was built on great third party exclusives like FF, MGS, GTA & Tekken.

RonnySins5d ago (Edited 5d ago )

Killing it my a$$! The 1st party is still MIA and no... Remakes and remasters don't count.

andy855d ago

I mean they literally do count. Imagine saying FF7 Rebirth doesn't count 😂

Tody_ZA4d ago (Edited 4d ago )

@Andy85 Don't forget the remakes for Demon's Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, two of the best PlayStation games around!

And beyond PlayStation, what about Resident Evil 2 and 4? RonnySins wins the award for dumbest opinion!

raWfodog5d ago

Of course I love the games I’ve played from PS but I don’t believe we need to limit it to ‘exclusive’ to acknowledge that Xbox will be releasing some good games this year also. In that same vein, I believe that Xbox diehards shouldn’t limit their acknowledgment of good PS games to 1st party. There are plenty of good games to go around for everybody.

Tacoboto4d ago

This is a Playstation article about Playstation games and your comment is about Xbox. Can't you just celebrate what PS has without dragging this into console war BS?

ChasterMies4d ago

I don’t think Microsoft is releasing games exclusively on Xbox anymore. They have some timed exclusives that release on Xbox first.

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Abear214d ago (Edited 4d ago )

Returnal, Astro Bot, and Ratchet made having it since day one worth it.

GT7 free updates and Spiderman 2 and others at 60fps have made this last year more than okay.

But yeah, it’s been dry lately. BG3 and third party have made great filler, but we ready for that SOCOM or Killzone announcement and some more 1st party goodness. Crossing fingers for Ghost of Tsushima 2 announcement this summer.

Didn’t know Helldivers was exclusive! Wtf is going on at Xbox that they can’t get these games, series s strikes again.

SonyStyled4d ago (Edited 4d ago )

Sony owns the Helldivers IP. The first was a PS3/Vita/PC game. It was never an Xbox game that they could ‘get’ a decade ago. I’m not sure what the upset is with Xbox here

CS74d ago

Lol, how do you ignore Rebirth one of the best games ever made?

anast4d ago

Looks like they are on par with the previous gens. Solid games all around. Interestingly enough, we can't say they released a bad game yet this gen. Unlike the Quiet Man dustup.

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DefenderOfDoom24d ago

I actually do not mind if Marathon releases on multiple platforms . I just wish that Marathon has a dedicated single player campaign.

DaniMacYo4d ago

Helldivers 2 is exactly what gaming needed. I’m loving it.

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10 Hardest PS3 Games of All Time

You might not be able to believe this, but Dark Souls is a pretty tricky game on the PlayStation 3.

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The 7 Best Co-op Games on PS5

There's no better way to enjoy your PS5 than with friends, so here's our picks of the best co-op games on the console.

Cacabunga97d ago

For coop, get a used switch instead

jznrpg97d ago

I own a Switch and have never played co-op on it. I do play Elden Ring , Demons Souls and some other co/op games with my friends on PS5. Baldurs Gate 3 is the next game I’ll play co-op. Can’t do that on a Switch

Cacabunga97d ago

I was thinking for couch casual immediate fun.. not online coop games that require some adaptation.