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[Scrawnton]

Why are you responding to a comment about how the situation between DQVII and VIII is totally different by mentioning their failure to release DQVII? Like I just said, it's not the same thing. They already have a great English script for VIII. It's only a question of whether or not they will release it here. DQVII would have required a brand new, time consuming and expensive localization; this game would not.

Besides, BD may have barely made it here, but then it sold well, and now Bravely Second is definitely coming here. The situation isn't exactly the same as it was two years ago.

No no no. I know that. All I am saying is I never get my hopes up anymore when it comes to localizations even if the translation is there. I'm not sayin they are the same scenario, I just don't get hopes up. Heck, xenoblade was already translated and out in Europe and Nintendo of America refused to even comment on whether they would bring it here for months. Nothing shocks me anymore when it comes to companies not localizing games.

And I missed the announcement for Bravely Second in America. I really don't think that'll come any time soon, even if it does come over.

 

[test_account]

In the Sony days? Dragon Quest IV (PS1), Dragon Quest V (PS2), Dragon Quest Monsters 1+2 (PS1), Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Hearts (GBA), Torneko no Daibouken 3 (PS2, GBA), Young Yangus (PS2), Slime Morimori (GBA).

That's a huge bulk of the games we didn't get overall. The rest are SNES (5) and 3DS (5, 6 if DQ8 doesn't come) games, plus DQX on Wii, WiiU, PC.

Edit: had the # of SNES games wrong

Thanks for the list. I was thinking about all Dragon Quests in total that didnt make it to the west. It would be interesting to compare if it was more "dark times" on one platform compared to another i think

 

[PumpkinSpice]

Thanks for the list. I was thinking about all Dragon Quests in total that didnt make it to the west. It would be interesting to compare if it was more "dark times" on one platform compared to another i think

Well SNES was the most dark time I guess since nothing made it over. PS1/PS2 were such a mixed bag cause we got the new mainline games but almost nothing else, and literally nothing on GBA; I guess the GBC games didn't do so hot? DS was definitely the best since nearly everything made it over. 3DS is such a disappointment but the market in the west for console/handheld games really really sucks right now (there's very little space for mid-range games, non-AAA(AAAAA) or indie) so I guess I don't blame them as much as other people do.

 

[John Kowalski]

Holy shit!

 

[Scrawnton]

Well SNES was the most dark time I guess since nothing made it over. PS1/PS2 were such a mixed bag cause we got the new mainline games but almost nothing else, and literally nothing on GBA; I guess the GBC games didn't do so hot? DS was definitely the best since nearly everything made it over. 3DS is such a disappointment but the market in the west for console/handheld games really really sucks right now (there's very little space for mid-range games, non-AAA(AAAAA) or indie) so I guess I don't blame them as much as other people do.

Yeah but the handheld market in the west is a self fulfilling prophecy when it comes to certain games. Most companies saw mobile and literally did not give any decent 3ds games a shot and just ignored it.

What game is square basing their lack of 3DS ports off of? Theatrhythm? Some other non JRPG that never would've sold here. The one square rpg to come here was because of Nintendo was successful and square even admitted it, and still companies are reluctant.

 

[butman]

If they manage to release VIII to the west i will take it like a measurement instrument from SE that will tell them if is profitable or not to release VII here.

 

[PumpkinSpice]

What game is square basing their lack of 3DS ports off of? Theatrhythm? Some other non JRPG that never would've sold here. The one square rpg to come here was because of Nintendo was successful and square even admitted it, and still companies are reluctant.

Probably the lack of success of Dragon Quest on DS honestly. All of those ports and DQMJ2 tanked hard here.

 

[Kubera Leez]

And we'll never see it here.

As much as I want it, I know this is true

 

[Shauni]

Already own this on PS2, but was really hoping they'd just release it as a PS2 classic.

They don't do that with DQ games. None of the DQ games are available through any kind of digital service as classics (none on Nintendo's VC, Sony's PSN or Microsoft's XBL). The only exception to that is the mobile titles.

 

[Scrawnton]

Probably the lack of success of Dragon Quest on DS honestly. All of those ports and DQMJ2 tanked hard here.

That is a valid point, but they released those in a truly saturated market. You had high quality final fantasy remakes, Altus RPGs, great first party games, and tons of other games coming every week for the DS at that time. I know that's not a good excuse, but people had options on DS when these games were released. 3DS does not have nearly that level of output. If they set there expectations to be reasonable and release the games now, they will be noticed and probably better received.

 

[thelatestmodel]

As much as I want it, I know this is true

No you don't. None of us "know" anything about this other than it's been announced.

 

[Omegasquash]

Just another thing that likely I won't get to play, even though I would if I could.

I think it would need to be pretty close to the western release for me to pick it up, VA and music.

 

[PumpkinSpice]

That is a valid point, but they released those in a truly saturated market. You had high quality final fantasy remakes, Altus RPGs, great first party games, and tons of other games coming every week for the DS at that time. I know that's not a good excuse, but people had options on DS when these games were released. 3DS does not have nearly that level of output. If they set there expectations to be reasonable and release the games now, they will be noticed and probably better received.

Well I'd hope Square Enix know the market better than us. I'd like to see the games translated and released but I understand how people just aren't buying mid-tier RPGs like they used to.

Also you should probably not cite Chartz at all, that's bannable. In any case they way over-shipped DQ6 and it was heavily discounted not long after release and for a long long time. I bought my copy late for all of $10 CDN.

 

[gamergirly]

Japan only?

We havent even seen DQ7 over here yet....

 

[Scrawnton]

Well I'd hope Square Enix know the market better than us. I'd like to see the games translated and released but I understand how people just aren't buying mid-tier RPGs like they used to.

Also you should probably not cite Chartz at all, that's bannable. In any case they way over-shipped DQ6 and it was heavily discounted not long after release and for a long long time. I bought my copy late for all of $10 CDN.

I wouldn't mind if square would just go the Atlus route of charging $50 for these localized games and only shipping preorder numbers. No need to flood the market and expect millions of sales.

Also, that is Nintendo fault for expecting DQVI to ship those kind of numbers. They released it two weeks before Pokemon black was coming to America and one month before 3DS was launching here.

 

[butman]

This game was meant for Vita. It's so beautiful to look with 3DS resolution.

 

[hunnies28]

Fuck NOA for never localizing this

Spoiler

Post from my future self

Share your thoughts on this one. Willing to eat crow though.

 

[digita1alchemy]

I wonder how/if this will utilize the New 3DS.

 

[Agent Unknown]

 

[M3d10n]

Xenoblade has seamless battles like a MMO, on top of a large open setting, DQVIII uses random encounters and you don't even see enemies on the field. Seems pretty straightforward to me.

Heck, I'm not even sure how they got Xenoblade running on the Wii.

 

[Diablohead]

puff puff!

 

[Attleborotaco]

Only DQ game i played and it was great.

 

[metalmonstar]

I don't know much about tech but I can't think of a reason why Dragon Quest 8 would have trouble running on the 3DS.

I am going to try to control my hopes until there is information regarding localization. I still need to pick up and play the DS Dragon Quest games.

 

[giant_frying_pan]

Never played any DQ games before. Is this a good place to start in the series?

 

[Ray Down]

Never played any DQ games before. Is this a good place to start in the series?

Yeah, although this version might not come out over here.

 

[giant_frying_pan]

I've probably got even less of a chance in Europe! I'll keep an eye on it though

 

[Scooter155]

Was : Excited

Am Now : Bummed as apparently it's JP only?... I'd love to play this in NA, DQIX was fantastic on the DS...

 

[Hugstable]

Never played any DQ games before. Is this a good place to start in the series?

Give 5 on DS a go

 

[Ray Down]

Was : Excited

Am Now : Bummed as apparently it's JP only?... I'd love to play this in NA, DQIX was fantastic on the DS...

JP only at the moment...and maybe forever.

 

[P90]

Excellent news. Pre-order day 1 if it comes state-side.

 

[Hero of Legend]

As said, hopefully L5 is on this, also Monster Hunter Stories, if indicative of the graphics in-game (showing 3DS is more powerful than we give it credit for), could be an indicator that DQ8 could be in for a nice facelift after all, who knows.

 

[Colonel Mustard]

This game was meant for Vita. It's so beautiful to look with 3DS resolution.

You think you guys would learn after multiple bannings through the first 17 pages.

 

[rpmurphy]

I wonder how/if this will utilize the New 3DS.

Hopefully improved textures and performance.

 

[Hero of Legend]

Hopefully improved textures and performance.

Sounds fine to me, I mean why not take advantage of that ability to get a prettier experience when the game is in a N3DS?

 

[RangerBAD]

There's pros and cons to this announcement for me. It's great that Japan is finally getting it voiced and the orchestral BGM's. However, an extra scenario? I don't think the game needed a shoehorned scenario added in after 10 years. Notlikethis.gif, I guess. :/

 

[robotzombie]

Does new "companions" mean that those two are now playable party members? Do they get the same treatment as the rest of the cast in terms of skill trees and the like?

 

[AerialAir]

Excellent news. Pre-order day 1 if it comes state-side.

It won't Sqeenix gives absolutely no fucks 'bout them Dragon Quest games in the west. If only this had the Final Fantasy logo somewhere in the cover, it'd be here same time as in Japan.

 

[Shauni]

It won't Sqeenix gives absolutely no fucks 'bout them Dragon Quest games in the west. If only this had the Final Fantasy logo somewhere in the cover, it'd be here same time as in Japan.

Don't be so sure. Final Fantasy Explorers still hasn't been announced for the West.

 

[GregLombardi]

I actually found DQVIII to be quite boring. Bring on DQVII!!!

 

[Leon Belmont]

Give it a year.

I hope so bro!

emulation is our only hope

I still have the PS2 version and my PS2, but if the dream does not come true, this will be the only option

Lol people don't learn do they

I believe

 

[sörine]

Thanks for the list. I was thinking about all Dragon Quests in total that didnt make it to the west. It would be interesting to compare if it was more "dark times" on one platform compared to another i think

Looking at mainline installments, including remakes and ports:

NES: 4 out of 4 releases
MSX: 0 out of 2 releases

SNES: 0 out of 4 releases

PS1: 1 out of 2 releases
GBC: 2 out of 2 releases

PS2: 1 out of 2 releases

NDS: 4 out of 4 releases
Wii: 0 out of 2 releases

3DS: 0 out of 3 releases
Wii U: 0 out of 1 release
PC: 0 out of 1 release
iOS: 6 out of 7 releases
Android: 6 out of 8 releases

Well SNES was the most dark time I guess since nothing made it over. PS1/PS2 were such a mixed bag cause we got the new mainline games but almost nothing else, and literally nothing on GBA; I guess the GBC games didn't do so hot? DS was definitely the best since nearly everything made it over. 3DS is such a disappointment but the market in the west for console/handheld games really really sucks right now (there's very little space for mid-range games, non-AAA(AAAAA) or indie) so I guess I don't blame them as much as other people do.

The GBC games sold better than expected actually. Likewise 3DS has proven to have a remarkably robust western market for JRPGs with games like Fire Emblem Awakening, Bravely Default, Project X Zone, SMTIV and several other overperforming and in some cases even breaking series records.

 

[Meier]

Really hope this comes to the US. I still have a PS2 copy that I never got to play due to selling mine right around its release with the anticipation I'd be able to play it on PS3 later.. oh well.

 

[Rodolink]

Won't spend 80+ hours again just to see it in 3D, although is nice for people that didn't play it

 

[Tizoc]

So who here remembers this game?

I recall hearing it wasn't very good, but honestly I don't care, I wanna play it as that cover is among the best that Toriyama's ever made.

 

[Colonel Mustard]

So who here remembers this game?

I recall hearing it wasn't very good, but honestly I don't care, I wanna play it as that cover is among the best that Toriyama's ever made.

Is this Mystery Dungeon Yangus or whatever it was called?

I remember really wanting to play it.

 

[Agent Unknown]

Edit: Removed some erroneous info.

It's beyond stupid SE and Horii are willing to port to mobile but not 3DS. Also, weren't the DS games at least mildly profitable? I don't think they were flops at least.

Anyways, it's like SE and Horii can't seem to wrap their brains around the fact that Americans DO play RPGs, it's not 1989 anymore and it's in their best interest to at least make DQ a fully accessible and visable global brand. Very odd they seem hellbent on reverting the series back to being a mostly Japan-only darling series.

I'm in the middle of DQ V DS, it's my first DQ game and K am absolutely loving it. I want to experience more games in the series and would like to see more over here. So, hello, SE? A customer here who would love to give you more money for DQ games.

 

[Stereogatari]

In 3D!

 

[KirbYuuYuu]

Sorry if this was mentioned in the thread already but for those who are also pointing the finger at NOA regarding DQ 7, for what it's worth, Shocking Alberto said someone told him that SE supposedly gave NOA a forced choice between them bringing over Bravely Default or DQ 7. Anyways, I'm still very new to DQ (in middle of DQ V DS and loving(, would like to see more over here. It's beyond stupid SE and Horii are willing to port to mobile but not 3DS. Also, weren't the DS games at least mildly profitable? I don't think they were flops at least. Anyways, it's like SE can't seem to wrap its brain around the fact that Americans DO play RPGs, it's not 1989 anymore and it's in their best interest to at least make DQ a fully accessible and visable global brand. Very odd they seem hellbent on reverting the series back to being a Japan-only darling series.

That was not true and even stated as such in this very thread.

This is misinformation.

 

[Assault]

HOLY FUCKING SHIT.

DQ VIII is one of my favourite games of all time, and I really can't believe this is happening! Where do I beg SE to release this in the West?

 

[Agent Unknown]

That was not true and even stated as such in this very thread.

This is misinformation.

Thanks, sorry.