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[Cosmo Clock 21]

Nitpicking:
Deemo's dev is just "Rayark"
I don't think they've actually announced what Touhou games/fan games are coming to PS yet; the ones you've listed are just the ones used in the announcement.

 

[TaiKH92]

Seems that Zelda Warriors flopped

 

[Moor-Angol]

I'm pretty sure the "PS$" is a typo. It's the first Simple Series game for PS4. And yes, there will be a retail version @ 2,700yen. Download version is 2,000yen. Coming out on November 27, 2014.
http://game.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/20140902_664661.html

this is a big news cause it's the first time since Wii the Simple Series come on retail form

 

[hiska-kun]

It begins (completly sold out in all shops I visited today around 1 o'clock)

Tsutaya in Shibuya (sold out)

Bic Camera in Shinjuku (完売 sold out)

Yodabashi Camera in Shinjuku (sold out, next shipment is unknown)

Bic Camera in Ikebukuro (品切れ中 sold out)

Yamada Denki in Ikebukuro (no games in the stand, sold out)

I was supposed to check the One status, but this was more interesting lol

Pre-orders for New 3DS and New 3DS XL start tomorrow!

 

[NateDrake]

Do we have any idea of the launch shipment DQX received for 3DS?

 

[random25]

It begins (completly sold out in all shops I visited today around 1 o'clock)

Wow...looks like a really great move from SE. Wonder how this will affect DQ franchise going forward...

 

[Nightengale]

The power of a mainline Dragon Quest. Not to be trifled with.

 

[Effect]

Did they ever put out an estimate of how much bandwitdh Dragon Quest X 3DS will eat up per hour since it's all being streamed to the system? Do they have caps in Japan?

 

[Bitanator]

Wow...looks like a really great move from SE. Wonder how this will affect DQ franchise going forward...

Should solidify 11 launching as a 3DS game first

 

[StormKing]

This seems a bit crazy though. Isn't this game 2 years old?

 

[Nightengale]

This seems a bit crazy though. Isn't this game 2 years old?

Dragon Quest prints money.

 

[DaSorcerer7]

Seems that Zelda Warriors flopped

Its over 100k after couple of weeks on sale.

 

[Mockingbird]

did not expect that for Dragon Quest X but I guess portability goes a long way. I wonder if this will eventually increase sales on the wii/wii u as people who play it portable might want to eventually play it on the big screen.

 

[watershed]

It begins (completly sold out in all shops I visited today around 1 o'clock)

Tsutaya in Shibuya (sold out)

Wow, I don't know what the shipment numbers are, but I honestly did not expect DQX 3ds to be anywhere near sold out.

 

[TaiKH92]

Its over 100k after couple of weeks on sale.

I expected more than 100k on the first week though, but I guess the mix of Zelda and Musou isn't as big as I expected

 

[StormKing]

Should solidify 11 launching as a 3DS game first

Right now, Dragon Quest XI on 3DS first would be the most profitable decision. If Dragon Quest Heroes sells well, then it could be ported later to PS3/PS4. If it does not sell well (using Square Enix's definition), then it might be ported to IOS or depending on how the console market looks in 2016, it could be ported to PS3/PS4/WiiU.

 

[hongcha]

I really do not understand the reasoning behind only releasing DQX at retail, because it does not include a game cart. All you get is a download code, which you need to redeem on the Nintendo eshop to download the game. It's crazy that they don't simply let you purchase it directly from the eshop.

 

[vinnygambini]

DQX's initial shipment must of been small as even Amazon has been out sold out for a couple weeks now - 50k?

 

[Busaiku]

I wonder if its possible for Dragon Quest X on 3DS to match Wii's LTD.
Oh, I guess small shipments could be the case too.

 

[hiska-kun]

I really do not understand the reasoning behind only releasing DQX at retail, because it does not include a game cart. All you get is a download code, which you need to redeem on the Nintendo eshop to download the game. It's crazy that they don't simply let you purchase it directly from the eshop.

What?? I didn't know that. Is it true?
You can't download directly from the eshop? Do you have the source?
Anyone with a japanese 3DS can check it?

I was expecting high digital sales, but if can't be purchased...

 

[casiopao]

I expected more than 100k on the first week though, but I guess the mix of Zelda and Musou isn't as big as I expected

Zelda is not popular in Japan and Musou is not popular in Wii U ecosystem.

Hmmmm... Recipe for destruction if u ask me. The fact that it sold around 100k should be a victory here.

 

[Aostia]

I wonder if its possible for Dragon Quest X on 3DS to match Wii's LTD.
Oh, I guess small shipments could be the case too.

No way, imho. Wiiu for sure

 

[extralite]

did not expect that for Dragon Quest X but I guess portability goes a long way. I wonder if this will eventually increase sales on the wii/wii u as people who play it portable might want to eventually play it on the big screen.

Not to mention the sub fee is cheaper on non streaming platforms in the long run. Without hotspots the portability is questionable anyway.

Should solidify 11 launching as a 3DS game first

The opposite is true actually. It could show (again) that bringing a game to the platform with the most sales potential late still can sell a lot of copies. Compare ToS GC -> PS2, ToV 360 -> PS3.

Right now, Dragon Quest XI on 3DS first would be the most profitable decision. If Dragon Quest Heroes sells well, then it could be ported later to PS3/PS4. If it does not sell well (using Square Enix's definition), then it might be ported to IOS or depending on how the console market looks in 2016, it could be ported to PS3/PS4/WiiU.

That would be a disaster. Ni no Kuni was launched on DS first and did absolutely pitiful numbers on PS3 later.

What?? I didn't know that. Is it true?
You can't download directly from the eshop? Do you have the source?
Anyone with a japanese 3DS can check it?

I checked yesterday and it is in fact true. I think they want to maximize performance at stores. Those sold out signs are enticing for people who didn't care before.

 

[TaiKH92]

Zelda is not popular in Japan and Musou is not popular in Wii U ecosystem.

Hmmmm... Recipe for destruction if u ask me. The fact that it sold around 100k should be a victory here.

Now that I think of it I agree, I guess that for Tecmo it will be a victory as long as it makes profit XD

Edit: I'm looking forward to see the xbox numbers next week XD

 

[Pennywise83]

I really do not understand the reasoning behind only releasing DQX at retail, because it does not include a game cart. All you get is a download code, which you need to redeem on the Nintendo eshop to download the game. It's crazy that they don't simply let you purchase it directly from the eshop.

Technically, you just get a code to download an app, which serves to stream the game on 3DS

 

[Nintendojitsu]

Do we have any idea of the launch shipment DQX received for 3DS?

Equal to or greater than all Xbox Ones sold in Japan.

 

[duckroll]

Technically, you just get a code to download an app, which serves to stream the game on 3DS

I was talking to Aeana about this and it seems like it's a bit more than that. Both the mobile and 3DS versions stream the graphics from the cloud server, yes, but the actual game interface is also redone for the resolution and input of the respective devices, and those elements seem to be part of the app itself. So in a sense the app is a game client, just one that works differently from a standard one.

 

[Pennywise83]

I was talking to Aeana about this and it seems like it's a bit more than that. Both the mobile and 3DS versions stream the graphics from the cloud server, yes, but the actual game interface is also redone for the resolution and input of the respective devices, and those elements seem to be part of the app itself. So in a sense the app is a game client, just one that works differently from a standard one.

Indeed. I think that DQX per se is not that interesting, but the way how it runs on the hardware surely is.

 

[Mpl90]

Dragon Quest X being sold out is probably a result of low shipments and demand greater than expected. I don't see the shipment being that much.

*reads other hiska kun's posts*

New 3DS preorders start tomorrow? I was wondering when they were going to begin.

Also, Pokémon preorders start on September 20th.

 

[Magicpaint]

Shipment for DQX 3DS must have been realllllly small.

 

[RyougaSaotome]

I was talking to Aeana about this and it seems like it's a bit more than that. Both the mobile and 3DS versions stream the graphics from the cloud server, yes, but the actual game interface is also redone for the resolution and input of the respective devices, and those elements seem to be part of the app itself. So in a sense the app is a game client, just one that works differently from a standard one.

I actually picked up a copy today and started playing a little bit. Had a ton of Tsutaya points so I ended up getting it for 1,000 yen. Since each copy comes with 60 free days, I figured it'd be worth the price even if it was garbage.

At first when Aeana was telling me about the UI I wasn't too sure, but on further play you guys are right. The interface looks to be a part of the app, or at least certain elements of it.

 

[Grampasso]

Wow, more like Xbox no One...

 

[extralite]

I was talking to Aeana about this and it seems like it's a bit more than that. Both the mobile and 3DS versions stream the graphics from the cloud server, yes, but the actual game interface is also redone for the resolution and input of the respective devices, and those elements seem to be part of the app itself. So in a sense the app is a game client, just one that works differently from a standard one.

I don't think the 3DS software side overlays anything on the main game screen, that is surely just rendered at the appropriate resolution on the cloud server. The touch buttons on the lower screen should be done by the app though.

And here is a recent article explaining the differences between the 4 clients. The cloud versions (Docomo and 3DS) are treated as one:
http://hiroba.dqx.jp/sc/topics/detail/b4288d9c0ec0a1841b3b3728321e7088/

 

[Pennywise83]

I actually picked up a copy today and started playing a little bit. Had a ton of Tsutaya points so I ended up getting it for 1,000 yen. Since each copy comes with 60 free days, I figured it'd be worth the price even if it was garbage.

At first when Aeana was telling me about the UI I wasn't too sure, but on further play you guys are right. The interface looks to be a part of the app, or at least certain elements of it.

How's the game running?

 

[ZSaberLink]

this is a big news cause it's the first time since Wii the Simple Series come on retail form

What do you mean? There seems like there was a retail form of the game on Wii U? hiska's top 1000 Media Create titles of 2013 has it.

 

[StormKing]

Tsutaya's weekly report

- Toukiden is on top this week as it was expected. There's the impression it had a slow start, though. But Vita Hardware is in a good shape now, so legs are expected.
- Persona 4: Arena is second. These days fighting games are not selling well, so the fact that Persona is selling well is special.
- Super Robot Taisen OG Saga and specially Medarot 8 have been stock limited.

Next week:

- Dragon Quest X for 3DS is expected to top the charts. Pre-orders are favorable.
- The reputation for TitanFall was high and it's included as a download version with One, so it could promote a dash start.
- Pre-orders for Dead Rising 3 and Forza 5 are good.

http://mantan-web.jp/2014/09/02/20140902dog00m200053000c.html?mode=pc

Seems like Dragon Quest X 3DS will top the charts despite shipment sizes. I guess there is nothing else of note next week.

 

[TaiKH92]

Wow, more like Xbox no One...

lol

Spoiler

but you should have saved the comment for next week's thread

 

[duckroll]

I don't think the 3DS software side overlays anything on the main game screen, that is surely just rendered at the appropriate resolution on the cloud server. The touch buttons on the lower screen should be done by the app though.

And here is a recent article explaining the differences between the 4 clients. The cloud versions (Docomo and 3DS) are treated as one:
http://hiroba.dqx.jp/sc/topics/detail/b4288d9c0ec0a1841b3b3728321e7088/

It's not just the resolution though. The 3DS version uses a different font for all the text.

 

[TaiKH92]

It begins (completly sold out in all shops I visited today around 1 o'clock)

Tsutaya in Shibuya (sold out)

Bic Camera in Shinjuku (完売 sold out)

Yodabashi Camera in Shinjuku (sold out, next shipment is unknown)

Bic Camera in Ikebukuro (品切れ中 sold out)

Yamada Denki in Ikebukuro (no games in the stand, sold out)

The power of the Cloud

 

[Chris1964]

this is a big news cause it's the first time since Wii the Simple Series come on retail form

Of course not

 

[Pennywise83]

Of course not

Yeah, there was a Simple Series for Wii U, and a bunch of them on PSP and DS between 2008 and 2010, after the last Wii entry.

 

[Infernal Monkey]

Glad to see D3 giving the Simple Series another shot at retail. They've never been able to recreate the insane success it had on PS2, but I really doubt a mahjong game's going to help kick things off again.

What do you mean? There seems like there was a retail form of the game on Wii U? hiska's top 1000 Media Create titles of 2013 has it.

Yep, they released the Wii U's 'Family Party: 30 Great Games' as a retail Simple Series game in Japan. I guess it did shockingly bad, because it was the only one.

 

[Nintendojitsu]

Wow, more like Xbox no One...

I was going to say "Xbox Lonely" but this is far better.

 

[Fisico]

Does Harada just have a revolving wardrobe of idol shirts?

He only has t-shirts of his waifu

 

[mclem]

Should solidify 11 launching as a 3DS game first

The thought of something being 3DS/PS4 cross-platform blows my mind yet it also seems just about plausible for DQ.

 

[Kysen]

People complaining on twitter that the kanji in DQ is too hard to read on the low res 3ds screen.

 

[casiopao]

People complaining on twitter that the kanji in DQ is too hard to read on the low res 3ds screen.

Normal 3ds or LL one?

 

[duckroll]

Normal 3ds or LL one?

The size of the screen doesn't matter, the resolution is the same. Because of the low resolution, the 3DS version has a different font which is very unkind to kanji characters.

Here's an example:

 

[casiopao]

The size of the screen doesn't matter, the resolution is the same. Because of the low resolution, the 3DS version has a different font which is very unkind to kanji characters.

Here's an example:

Oooh. I noticed that for Hiragana and Katakana there is no problem at all but the second Kanji there is simply unreadable.

I guess this is going to slow down the sales for next week here.

 

[L~A]

^

Don't think so... and besides, it's something they could easily fix with an update.

It begins (completly sold out in all shops I visited today around 1 o'clock)

Oh, that's good news, though I bet the shipment was pretty small.

Well, the good thing is, since there's no cartridge in the box, shipping more copies should be easy for Squeenix.