D+PAD: It's arguable that the PSP version is still the definitive PAL release, but the DS version doesn't lag far behind. Such a niche title is a rare treasure on Nintendo's handheld, serving as a meticulously hardcore game on a device where such games are becoming increasingly scarce.
Today on COG Considers, we talk about cute demons doing hilariously evil things. Seriously, why do we love evil protagonists so much?
Disgaea main characters evil? Uh...Dood, the power of love and teaching compassion is pretty much the staple of this series. These aren't evil Diablo demons. This is a series that constantly pushes coexist with creatures from all realms living the life they were born into to the best of their ability. Any "evil" from the cast is purely slapstick and nothing more.
Except for Midboss, that guy is evil. Laharl was just a 1313 year old kid with Mommy issues.
Hubpages: "RPGs have gone through quite a metamorphosis over the past five years. Console RPGs are almost uniformly giant, big budget affairs. For those whose heart yearns for the classic, low-fi role playing games of the past, there's good news: the Nintendo DS has become one of the great repositories of JRPGs. Featuring both remakes and highly original content, these top Nintendo DS RPGs are enough to win over any fan's heart."
Most consoles struggle for a "Top 10" of any genre. Even PC. The DS, on the other hand, could easily manage a "top 20" list for RPGs, there are so many.
"Disgaea Infinite is a divisive piece of fan service- one that will be eagerly consumed by franchise devotees, while met with quizzical responses from casual fans. Whereas the original Disgaea offered a cornucopia of interactive diversions for players to lose themselves, Infinite is closer in spirit to a branching manga. "
