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[BassForever]

Did you get the dragon transformation powers as kid Ryu both times I played the game perma locked up on me shortly after those powers were revealed.

And before anyone cries spoilers if you're in a BoF thread and don't know about Ryu's power to transform into a dragon then sorry/not sorry since it's basically the main unique gimmick of the franchise.

 

[Strangelove77]

OH MY FUCKING GOD IVE BEEN WANTING THIS FOR YEARS FUCK YES
LIFE IS WORTH LIVING AGAIN

 

[Brainiac 8]

Yay!

 

[SkyOdin]

Nah, it's maybe 4-6 hours of content in a 40+ hour game. It's the Midgar of Breath of Fire 3.

No, I'd agree with ULTROS on this one. The child arc is at least a third of the game. There is an intro arc of the game, but that only lasts two or so dungeons. You still play as child Ryu for a long time after that point.

To newcomers to BoF 3, I recommend that you don't consider the childhood arc to be an "intro" or tutorial. Once you get past

Spoiler

the house burning down

, then you are past the intro. At that point, you can access most of the game's core mechanics, such as Masters.

 

[NipplesAndToes23]

So will only Vita and PSP users be able to download this?

 

[Korigama]

Very good. I, too, have been waiting years for this opportunity.

EDIT: Oh wait, it's just the PSP version. Seems I jumped the gun.

 

[MegaManTrigger]

So will only Vita and PSP users be able to download this?

Seeing as this is a PSP Digital Download, yes.

 

[Hubb]

So will only Vita and PSP users be able to download this?

Don't forget PSTV. Everyone else already has.

 

[Az987]

Cool but I bet they'll charge $20 for it since its the psp version vs 5.99 - 9.99 for a PS Classic.

I bet that's why.

 

[MegaManTrigger]

Cool but I bet they'll charge $20 for it since its the psp version vs 5.99 - 9.99 for a PS Classic.

I bet that's why.

They said it's priced at 10 bucks.

 

[Producer]

Cool but I bet they'll charge $20 for it since its the psp version vs 5.99 - 9.99 for a PS Classic.

I bet that's why.

Its $10

Read the source next time

 

[dancrane212]

Cool but I bet they'll charge $20 for it since its the psp version vs 5.99 - 9.99 for a PS Classic.

I bet that's why.

From the Capcom blog.

We’ve got a special treat for you today; we’re happy to announce that Breath of Fire III is coming to PSN as a downloadable PSP game! We’ll have a few more details closer to launch, but you’ll be able to snag the game for $9.99 (USD) this February

I'll be grabbing this whenever it goes up. It'll be neat to have a PS1 RPG in widescreen for my PSTV.

 

[Strangelove77]

Cool but I bet they'll charge $20 for it since its the psp version vs 5.99 - 9.99 for a PS Classic.

I bet that's why.

It's 9.99. It's in the link.

 

[blackjaw]

Day 1, finally!

 

[SkyOdin]

Did you get the dragon transformation powers as kid Ryu both times I played the game perma locked up on me shortly after those powers were revealed.

And before anyone cries spoilers if you're in a BoF thread and don't know about Ryu's power to transform into a dragon then sorry/not sorry since it's basically the main unique gimmick of the franchise.

Yeah, you get full access to dragon transformation fairly early in the game, during the childhood section. It is easily the best dragon transformation system in the series too.

 

[Makoto Yuki]

Trek through the desert is one of the best moments in JRPGs.

Sadly it's for the handheld family only.

Get it on PS3 / 4 pls.

Plug a PSTV to a television. PSP games work on that.

 

[GKSilKamina]

Wow, wasn't expecting this.

I've already got physical copies of both the PS1 and PSP versions, but I may triple dip for this just to show BoF some love.

 

[NipplesAndToes23]

Seeing as this is a PSP Digital Download, yes.

Don't forget PSTV. Everyone else already has.

Oh well, even if I manage to get another PS3 I still won't be able to play this game.

 

[Paltheos]

Nah, it's maybe 4-6 hours of content in a 40+ hour game. It's the Midgar of Breath of Fire 3.

That is not true lol. The beginning section of the game in the Yrall region is more akin to Midgar. The entire childhood section? I dunno - 40% of the game? I've played the whole thing a dozen times, and I'm telling you the childhood arc is a significant portion of it.

I just googled a video because I wanted to know myself - The first TAS video I found says more than 40% actually.

There's def. more to do as an adult though. Keeping that in mind, probably 30:70. This game's not heavy on sidequests, but there's some stuff you can do.

 

[Cipherr]

Teepo ;_;

Really good RPG. One of my favorites from that generation.

 

[themagicalkitsune]

Buy this. PSP version is better.

 

[Finale Fireworker]

This is just so exciting.

This gives me hope for other missing PSP games like Crisis Core and Metal Gear Acid.

Always have hope, friends. This is a brave new world where almost nothing is lost forever.

 

[ShinMaruku]

Best Breath of fire. Ryu and Nina were the best in that.

 

[SpotAnime]

Awesome. Day 1 purchase for me, even though I finally tracked down a mint PS1 copy at TooManyGames last year for an affordable price. Being able to play this on the Vita is the biggest selling point.

 

[ULTROS!]

Here's a question regarding the ending of the game:

Spoiler

Are you the protagonist or the antagonist? Because you're killing Myria, the protector of the world from harm, for revenge against the Brood (and you're the only one left) and to set the world free from her protection.

 

[geardo]

Holy shit! This was the game that I bought along with my ps1 back in the day (weird choice?). The fact that this hasn't been on psn has been a constant source of frustration for me. FUCKING FINALLY!

 

[Faenix1]

Er? Aeana explained the differences and it seems to be the better version. What's the problem?

Er? Cause I want to play it on my TV.

..do I really need to answer this?

 

[Carlisle]

Wow! I never thought I'd see the day. BoF 1+2 on Wii U and 3+4 on Vita now. Just need that V on PS4.

 

[Athreous]

I was just thinking about replaying this one *-*

 

[catbrush]

Bodes well for worst BoF to come to PS2 emu?

Blasphemy. 3 > 5 > 4 > 2 > 1

 

[ULTROS!]

Er? Cause I want to play it on my TV.

..do I really need to answer this?

Vita TV? It's only like less than $50.

Blasphemy. 3 > 5 > 4 > 2 > 1

3 > 4 > 2 > 1 >>>>>> 5

 

[Carlisle]

Er? Cause I want to play it on my TV.

..do I really need to answer this?

If someone is forcing you to answer questions, type HELP and assistance will arrive shortly.

 

[jj984jj]

Nice, now someone tell Namco to get Tales of Eternia PSP up as well.

 

[SkyOdin]

3 > 4 > 2 > 1 >>>>>> 5

No way.
5 > 3 > 4 > 1 > 2

 

[PumpkinSpice]

Nice, now someone tell Namco to get Tales of Eternia PSP up as well.

This is the first thing that came to mind. Those two PS1->PSP straight ports not making it out over here in the very early days of the PSP was really, really stupid.

 

[MegaManTrigger]

This is just so exciting.

This gives me hope for other missing PSP games like Crisis Core and Metal Gear Acid.

Always have hope, friends. This is a brave new world where almost nothing is lost forever.

To be fair, when was the last time Square Enix released anything for the PSN? Some of their classics like Brave Fencer Musashi, Einhander, etc., are still yet to be seen.

 

[ShinMaruku]

Here's a question regarding the ending of the game:

Spoiler

Are you the protagonist or the antagonist? Because you're killing Myria, the protector of the world from harm, for revenge against the Brood (and you're the only one left) and to set the world free from her protection.

Spoiler

Myria is a created goddess in a lab to fight against the dragon god who is the true god, the Brood were taken out by her out of fear of the dragon god. Ryu is just the weapon against her.

 

[Type-Zero]

Aww man now they got me hoping for Valkyrie profile lenneth on psn again.

 

[Seven Force]

Here's a question regarding the ending of the game:

Spoiler

Are you the protagonist or the antagonist? Because you're killing Myria, the protector of the world from harm, for revenge against the Brood (and you're the only one left) and to set the world free from her protection.

The question is moreso:

Spoiler

Are Myria's intentions to really "protect" the world? Or is she on an egotistical power trip after engineering the slaughter of the otherwise docile Brood Clan? Keep in mind that this was the same Myria that conspired to destroy the light dragons, (also a docile clan of dragons) in BoF1.

 

[jj984jj]

This is the first thing that came to mind. Those two PS1->PSP straight ports not making it out over here in the very early days of the PSP was really, really stupid.

Yeah Eternia looked pretty nice on PSP and was one of the first titles I was looking at on it since it was a launch window game. By the time I got a PSP it was hard to import and I got a faulty used copy so I didn't try to get another.

 

[baddvision]

damn psp version so cant play on ps4

 

[Makoto Yuki]

Blasphemy. 3 > 5 > 4 > 2 > 1

3 > 4 > 2 > 1 >>>>>> 5

No way.
5 > 3 > 4 > 1 > 2

You are all wrong 6 is clearly the best game in the series.

 

[themagicalkitsune]

Here's a question regarding the ending of the game:

Spoiler

Are you the protagonist or the antagonist? Because you're killing Myria, the protector of the world from harm, for revenge against the Brood (and you're the only one left) and to set the world free from her protection.

Spoiler

Myria's "protection" consists of keeping freedom at bay by locking away potentially dangerous creatures in her garden (cage) of safety. Freedom vs. safety has been a long philosophical debate.

The way I see it Ryu is the hero because now thanks to him, the world is free to make their own destiny. That much is told by the ending sequence (Myria & her sister, the group gazing confidently into the horizon).

 

[TheSeks]

we’re happy to announce that Breath of Fire III is coming to PSN as a downloadable PSP game!

ONLY TEN YEARS LATE. FFS, SCEA. That stupid ass policy of needing new things in ports was bullshit. Good to see that Cerny or whoever told you to knock that shit off.

I'll buy this port when it's $5.

 

[decaf]

Now just release BoF IV for PAL GAF Capcom!

 

[TheSeks]

Oh well, even if I manage to get another PS3 I still won't be able to play this game.

Do you have an Android phone or PC?

If yes: Buy off PSN. Download PSP Eboot.PBP from PSN on the webstore. Download PPSSPP for Android/PC. ?????????. PROFIT!
If no: Get a PC. Do same steps of yes. ???????. PROFIT!

PPSSPP has been able to do legit store purchases for a year or two now, IIRC.

 

[Daeoc]

That's great, hope it brings in some new fans. A big fan of BoF, my order goes 3>4>5>2>>1.

 

[Pyccko]

holy shit this is the greatest day of my life

 

[Takao]

Nice, now someone tell Namco to get Tales of Eternia PSP up as well.

This is just so exciting.

This gives me hope for other missing PSP games like Crisis Core and Metal Gear Acid.

Always have hope, friends. This is a brave new world where almost nothing is lost forever.

Capcom makes it a point to resell their back catalog. If Square Enix were to ever touch their PSP games again, they'd probably just wind up porting them (see: Star Ocean 2). Konami is just ... well.

 

[ULTROS!]

Capcom makes it a point to resell their back catalog. If Square Enix were to ever touch their PSP games again, they'd probably just wind up porting them (see: Star Ocean 2). Konami is just ... well.

I hope this means that Capcom will port Breath of Fire I and II to PS4/Xbox One/PC through Digital Eclipse. I'm assuming the Mega Man Legacy Collection did well for them.