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[pariah164]

From what I understand, what they're doing for IF in Japan is you buy whatever version you want at full price, then buy the other game digital at a cheaper rate. If this is what Nintendo decides to do, I won't mind so much.

 

[L95]

(though the Japanese versions are cheaper at base than 3DS games typically are).

They aren't.

The JPY is in the toilet atm.

Hoshido version on Amazon JP is 5,000 Yen

Pokemon Omega Ruby (random example) is a touch under 5,000 yen.

They're the same price, and with the current conversion rate, they're both about $45 USD

Also:
Fire Emblem: Awakening's list price is also 5,000 JPY.

 

[jschreier]

Yeah, Kotaku being Kotaku I guess.
Seems like everyone else is just claiming the same thing with no reference to this "press release".

Here is the press release:

Fire Emblem Fates: Two versions of the franchise’s new installment offer players an unprecedented choice: fight an opposing force or join the other side and try to make changes from within. For the first time in the series, players take on the role of the main character and command an army, while struggling to decide which path to follow: helping blood relatives or the family that raised him or her. The game is scheduled to launch in 2016.

Kotaku being Kotaku I guess.

 

[ryseing]

Welp, found it unfortunately.
http://www.gamasutra.com/view/press..._TO_GIVE_PLAYERS_UNIQUEGAMING_EXPERIENCES.php

And there we go. I'll add that to the OP.

Weird that the fact sheet didn't mention that.

Here is the press release:



Kotaku being Kotaku I guess.

Based Jason. Thanks for showing up.

 

[digitalflame]

Its not even on Nintendo Spain's E3 page, whats up with that?

 

[orthodoxy1095]

Here is the press release:

Kotaku being Kotaku I guess.

You sneaky press f---

Oh wait I forgot, I love you. Keep on showing these dopes up <3

 

[Chaos17]

I honestly thought they would do one version for NA.

If it's the same like in Japan then Digital versionwill be the one for your since it's all 1.

 

[theprodigy]

They aren't.


Also:
Fire Emblem: Awakening's list price is also 5,000 JPY.

I have no idea where the whole "but the base game is cheaper" myth came from.

 

[pbayne]

From what I understand, what they're doing for IF in Japan is you by whatever version you want at full price, then buy the other game digital at a cheaper rate. If this is what Nintendo decides to do, I won't mind so much.

hmm, depends on the discount and how much content is shared between the two.

 

[victreeb3l]

Nothing unexpected. Already planning on buying both versions + 3rd branch DLC.

Only thing disappointing is that the main song in english sounds whack. Need the japanese track instead.

 

[ohlawd]

Here is the press release:



Kotaku being Kotaku I guess.

aww yeah sweet. confirmation from that press sneak fuck

 

[Gentleman Jack]

You sneaky press f---

Oh wait I forgot, I love you. Keep on showing these dopes up <3

Juniors gonna Junior

 

[Fjordson]

Here is the press release:



Kotaku being Kotaku I guess.

What is this accurate and timely information. All you press people are hackfrauds.

 

[pariah164]

Confirmed there I guess. Sigh. Nintendo, this is a very unwise decision. You lucked into Awakening's success, and you don't understand or realize that at all, clearly.

 

[orthodoxy1095]

Juniors gonna Junior

It's E3, gotta deal with them crawling out from under the floorboards I guess

 

[fatgamecat]

Am I missing something, or was there some third DLC-only conclusion to the two separate 3DS Cart games? Any mention of that?

 

[Thorakai]

Its funny that they went from "this game will decide the future of the series" to "lets make TWO versions!!"

 

[Maintenance]

FFS they'll bring the two versions here too, sigh. What about the third DLC?

 

[MetroidPrimeRib]

Am I missing something, or was there some third DLC-only conclusion to the two separate 3DS Cart games? Any mention of that?

There is but we don't know a lot about that.

 

[Drkirby]

I'm holding out hope that the two versions refers to the selectable option and not two retail packages.

 

[yami4ct]

I was hoping they wouldn't do this, but whatever. If the campaigns are as complete as they say they are, I have zero issue with it. As for it affecting the series negatively, I really doubt it. Most casual people will likely pick one version and be fine with that. Hardcore Fire Emblem fans will buy the second version DLC and the third route. Splitting the sales between 2 versions will likely make each individual edition look like it's not selling that well, but I'm sure the total of the 2 will be fine.

 

[Thoraxes]

Two versions of the storyline is supposed to mean two SKUs then guess.

 

[twothunder]

It's gonna be a long wait till 2016...
And Japan is getting it so soon.
Will probably swim in spoilers in the very near future. Even if I try to avoid it.

 

[ChasingComets]

I hope they go a step further and release the two-in-one-cart special edition here as well. It's so annoying to go through Nintendo eshop.

 

[Swamped]

Echoing many others, I too think two versions is dumb. I honestly thought they would have it bundled and sold at a higher price. Ok, that settles it, going for Nohr (at first anyway, I'm a loser and will probably give in)

 

[victreeb3l]

It's gonna be a long wait till 2016...
And Japan is getting it so soon.
Will probably swim in spoilers in the very near future. Even if I try to avoid it.

Yup. Gonna have to avoid any Fire Emblem related tags in Tumblr.

 

[Nabae]

Going to hold off on the purchase then. If they really don't come out with an all in one version sometime down the line, I'll probably settle with just Nohr.

 

[yami4ct]

Two versions of the storyline is supposed to mean two SKUs then guess.

That press release is still open to a bit of interpretation, but it definitely seems to lean in the 2 SKU direction, at least to me. If it was 1 game they'd say 2 paths or storylines. Versions sounds like very discrete games. Hopefully some smart press person will clarify and make sure it's 2 SKUs.

 

[Hedgey]

I really don't appreciate the segregation, can we talk about Fire Emblem, please?

This information of two versions seemed to pop out of nowhere, as it was not shown, or mentioned in the direct (and is consistently shown in Japanese directs).
Some extra clarification from Nintendo would be nice, so hopefully something comes up (as we currently have conflicting information).
I don't think two versions would be a smart idea in North America, and I'm seeing a lot of mixed reactions on this thread as well.
Either way, I'm really glad this game is getting localized.

 

[harpingon]

Got to buy four copies. For myself and son. This is a financial disaster

 

[HawthorneKitty]

Well they got 2 purchases from me.

 

[jzbluz]

I hope we get the LE Edition then.

 

[Francokid1]

That press release is still open to a bit of interpretation, but it definitely seems to lean in the 2 SKU direction, at least to me. If it was 1 game they'd say 2 paths or storylines. Versions sounds like very discrete games. Hopefully some smart press person will clarify and make sure it's 2 SKUs.

Also, it says "The game is scheduled to launch in 2016." It's not plural.

 

[perorist]

I hope we get the LE Edition then.

Expect supply to be incredibly limited if you do. Watch it like you watch amiibo in the states.

 

[Stilton Disco]

Brilliant! Will buy both. Or a LE collection if they release one.

 

[yami4ct]

Also, it says "The game is scheduled to launch in 2016." It's not plural.

Could easily see them only bringing over 1 version and just going to DLC route for the 2nd path. 3rd is always DLC, of course.

Either way, yeah the wording of the release is real weird. Seeing if I can bug someone actually at the show to get some real clarification. Nintendo will probably give some standard PR answer, but press bugging them was how the FE:Awakening localization was announced, so we'll see.

 

[sd28821]

Brilliant! Will buy both. Or a LE collection if they release one.

same

 

[NeonZ]

Definitely gonna need that clarification. I want it obviously, but I don't really want to support splicing the game up for added profits (though the Japanese versions are cheaper at base than 3DS games typically are)

That's just the standard pricing for Nintendo published games in Japan.

Besides, other games that have offered different paths to different endings didn't need to be split into two versions...

Each path also has exclusive classes, characters and even the game progression is different (grinding vs no grinding). Each kingdom has a class tree that seems completely separate from the other (although there are some characters from each kingdom that are playable in both games. It seems to be a fairly limited selection though). Yes, other series offered split campaigns in a single title, but they're allegedly making each path here as long and fully featured as a standalone FE title, while also attempting to make each path stand out on its own.

Of course, the game isn't out yet, so we don't know if they'll accomplish their promises.

 

[Kewl0210]

In Japan the system is you can buy one, then get the "only on the other version" contents as DLC (Cheaper than a second stand-along game). Then after you finish all that there's some kind of third story. So seriously nobody has to get both versions as full games.

 

[Hedgey]

Could easily see them only bringing over 1 version and just going to DLC route for the 2nd path. 3rd is always DLC, of course.

That would make sense with the wording, it makes it sound like you make the choice from within your one game cart, but one path could potentially lead you to the eShop to purchase it.

 

[higgsboson1997]

This was a foolish move on Nintendo's part. Just one game ago the series was on life support and now they pull nonsense like this? Yeah I liked Awakening but I'm not supporting this.

Each one has just as much content as Awakening alone though. You are essentially getting 2 games at the price of 1.5.

 

[Ezalc]

Making it two versions in NA would be really fucking stupid.

 

[dakkumauji]

Looking forward to seeing how NoA screws up this release!

 

[perorist]

That would make sense with the wording, it makes it sound like you make the choice from within your one game cart, but one path could potentially lead you to the eShop to purchase it.

A scenario where the physical version requires an online connection for a one time verification/download seems incredibly unlikely.

 

[astrogamer]

I have no idea where the whole "but the base game is cheaper" myth came from.

Non Nintendo 3DS games tend to be more expensive like 5600 yen on average

 

[chaosblade]

I guess this confirms that I'll hold off for a sale. Already skeptical about the game after Awakening.

 

[Empyrean Heaven]

Doesn't beating the first unlock the second in both games?

So why are people buying both?

 

[Tiktaalik]

Can someone explain what this two versions thing is and how it'll work?

 

[perorist]

Doesn't beating the first unlock the second in both games?

So why are people buying both?

It doesn't unlock anything, you have to pay $20~ to download the other route as DLC

 

[yami4ct]

Can someone explain what this two versions thing is and how it'll work?

In Japan, both games share a few intro chapters and then heavily diverge. You buy one version and once you beat that, the other is heavily discounted DLC. At a later date, if you're beaten both, a 3rd DLC only path is available to buy. It's being sold at a cheeper rate than the DLC path as well.