Namco Bandai released new screenshots of Tokitowa.
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I am waiting for Soul Sacrifice.
But really I want a demo this month :)
Japanator: " What it actually is, is a proof of concept that's a long way from being anything resembling a fun, full featured game.
Don't be fooled by the pretty Vofan art, Tokitowa isn't worth your time or money."
It's unfortunate, the game looks AMAZING in screens, but in motion... Not so much... It's a fantastic idea however, and should be improved upon either by the same company, or another.
What the hell? Is this really true? I have been looking forward to this game and has been amazed at how the game looks.
I'll wait for the general consensus on the review before forming my opinion on this. Kinda bummed out about the 2/10.
Better yet, hopefully there would be a demo in NA to try this out myself.
i was never a big fan of the developer. Their RPGs tend to be more of a hit and miss at least for me.
The score doesn't matter to me whether a game is considered good or not. I love these lesser known JRPGs from these smaller developers from Japan cause they often try something different.
Tokitowa is just that. A JRPG trying something new & not really done in other games before. The use of fully animated characters in a 3D area is difficult to pull off but from what i have seen, although far from perfect is a nice start for new ideas.
Yes there is recycled assets, stiff animation at times but what Imageepoch has pulled off with 7 year old tech of the PS3 with limited RAM is impressive.
This game reminds me of a lesser known classic called 'Thousand Arms' on the PSone. That game was a decent game but tried to be different from other JRPGs. I look at this game in the same light, which is why i will enjoy this more than anyone else.
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Bravery Default looks really good.
On a side note does anyone know if Tokitowa is getting a western release?
Too bad you can't play japan only 3DS games unless you have a japanese 3DS. It's great being able to import any PS Vita game I want no matter what region it's from.