[Review] Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout
Posted on 5 years ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in Reviews, Switch, Switch eShop | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: October 29, 2019
Developer: Gust
Publisher: Koei Tecmo
With yearly releases, certain franchises can sometimes grow complaisant and acquiescent when there’s a formula that works and becomes a signature, almost symbolic, to an IP’s legacy and name. In the case of Atelier, you know what you’re getting into with its slice-of-life approach to story, turn-based gameplay, fantasy world, and magical recipes. It’s what made Atelier what it is today with likeable protagonists, wholesome stories, and the chance to feel young and free. Each entry usually has a bunch of small tweaks that make up a larger whole that cause the games to feel distinct from each other despite the core approach effectively being the same, but when Atelier Ryza was shown earlier this year, you could tell right away that this was a big leap not only from Lulua, but from Atelier’s general direction as a whole. It still looks like Atelier, and it still feels like Atelier, though time and effort has clearly been made here for a new chapter and life that brings with it a fresh coat of paint, a new battle system, more intuitive interfaces, and just an overhaul of gameplay features and quality-of-life tweaks. All of these elements make Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout not only the best looking Atelier to date, but one of the most refined and refreshing entries in its history of over two decades.
Atelier Ryza launch trailer
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Koei Tecmo and Gust have sent out a launch trailer for their new Switch RPG Atelier Ryza. Get a look at the video below.
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Fairy Tail debut gameplay trailer
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Koei Tecmo and Gust have issued the first gameplay trailer for Fairy Tail in celebration of Paris Games Week 2019. Give it a look below.
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An hour of Atelier Ryza Switch footage
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Atelier Ryza is almost here in the west, and new footage has emerged showing off the English build on Switch. Take a look at the gameplay below.
[Interview] Fairy Tail producer on creator’s involvement, battle system, story, more
Posted on 5 years ago by Oni Dino(@Oni_Dino) in Interviews, Switch | 0 comments
Koei Tecmo and Gust surprised fans last month when they announced that a brand new RPG is in development based on the Fairy Tail manga / anime. Following the reveal, Nintendo Everything was able to speak with producer Keisuke Kikuchi.
During our chat, Kikuchi discussed a few aspects of the game, including the battle system and story. He also talked about the involvement from Fairy Tail creator Hiro Mashima. Oh, and we asked about Fatal Frame, because we absolutely had to.
Here’s our full discussion:
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Fairy Tail first footage
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During a live stream at EGX Rezzed today, the first gameplay from Koei Tecmo and Gust’s RPG Fairy Tail was shown. The footage can be found below.
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[Interview] Atelier Ryza producer on the visual style and battle system, Switch, series’ future, more
Posted on 5 years ago by Oni Dino(@Oni_Dino) in Interviews, Switch | 0 comments
Atelier Ryza is the next entry in the long-running Atelier series, and it’s a pretty significant one at that. It’s true that the franchise gets new games regularly, but this addition is taking a bit of a different approach. Gust reworked the game’s visuals, battle system, and more.
In an interview with Nintendo Everything, producer Junzo Hosoi spoke more about Atelier Ryza, supporting Switch, and what possibilities lie ahead for the future. You can find our full discussion below.
New Fairy Tail details covering story and gameplay, screenshots
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Screenshots, Switch | 0 comments
Koei Tecmo and Gust Studios have shared new information about the upcoming Fairy Tail RPG. Specifically, we have details pertaining to the game’s story, along with a bit of news about gameplay systems.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Atelier Dusk Trilogy Deluxe Pack debut trailer
Posted on 5 years ago by Devin(@Sonicb00m111) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Koei Tecmo and Gust have published a new debut trailer for the upcoming Atelier Dusk Trilogy Deluxe Pack.
The trailer focuses on gameplay from the included titles of Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX, Atelier Escha & Logy: Alchemists of the Dusk Sky DX, and Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea DX. Those interested can view the footage below.
Gajeel Redfox and Juvia Lockster confirmed for Fairy Tail
Posted on 5 years ago by Devin(@Sonicb00m111) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest issue of Famitsu has confirmed that fan favorite characters Gajeel Redfox and Juvia Lockster will be playable in the upcoming Fairy Tail game on Switch.
In addition, the magazine also confirmed two more arcs from the series that will be represented in the game, which includes the Grand Magic Games and Tartaros arcs after the game begins with the battle against Hades.
