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Pandora's Tower (Wii) releasing in NA on 4/16, website launched
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Just as an FYI, the actual 2+ minute long extended version of the trailer is currently an IGN exclusive. The OP claims Siliconera's got it, but that's actually the short version.
If you guys are interested in seeing the extended cut, you can check it out here:
http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/04/03/pandoras-tower-release-date-revealed
If I didn't already love this game, I think that trailer would throw me over the edge for sure.
-Tom
If you guys are interested in seeing the extended cut, you can check it out here:
http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/04/03/pandoras-tower-release-date-revealed
If I didn't already love this game, I think that trailer would throw me over the edge for sure.
-Tom
SlasherJPC
Banned
This pre-ordered and might be the first of the trilogy of games I actually play 
Still have sealed copies of The Last Story and Xenoblade Chronicles. How long is the game on average?
Still have sealed copies of The Last Story and Xenoblade Chronicles. How long is the game on average?They should do that even if those games only used Wii controllers CCP/Wiimote
Yeah I might have to start Soul Hackers first as well.
Times like this, my backlog can go to hell damnit! But I can safely alternate between 2 games and still get full enjoyment out of em.
Any more than that and my mind is a mess with different stories/characters/batte systems. Damnit... I better get on finishing Etrian Odyssey IV before both of these come out.
DrAndonuts
Member
This pre-ordered and might be the first of the trilogy of games I actually play
I think it's supposed to be around 20-25 hours.
HawthorneKitty
Sgt. 2nd Class in the Creep Battalion, Waifu Wars
I got about 18 hours after completing everything in the game.This pre-ordered and might be the first of the trilogy of games I actually play
Guess they're not afraid of some soul hacking.
RumblingRosco
Member
Any pre-order bonuses or special editions in the US? Seems not, but just figured I'd double-check.
Damn, this month is surely going faster than others.
R
Retro_
Unconfirmed Member
What's this game like?
I've seen videos with the chain mechanic but I mean, is that all there is to the game?
I've seen videos with the chain mechanic but I mean, is that all there is to the game?
Nope, already checked.
I think the extended IGN trailer I posted at the top of this page gives a pretty good overview of what this game has to offer, but yeah, obviously there's a lot more to it than that.
Essentially, this is an atmospheric, exploration-heavy action RPG with a lot of platforming and puzzle elements and even a little dating sim-esque content thrown in for good measure.
The major focus of the game is on exploring the 13 towers, which are VERY cleverly-designed and full of secrets (think dark, moody versions of Zelda dungeons, but with an especially big emphasis on the use of the hookshot). There's an overarching plot, but it's mostly told via cutscenes between dungeons and through optional collectible stone tablets that your cursed girlfriend, Elena, sometimes has to translate for you. Telling backstory through tablets (particularly ones that have to be translated) reminds me most of Xanadu Next, but for those of you who haven't played that game, think something along the lines of Metroid Prime with its optional scanning of background objects to get additional world development. You can choose to find and read them all if you care about the story (and you probably will, as it's actually quite well-written), or you can just ignore them if all you care about is killing stuff.
Elena herself is also a major part of gameplay. The longer you take to complete each tower, the closer to a full-on monster she'll become. Each tower has shortcuts that you can unlock which take you back to the entrance, though, so you're given ample opportunity to head back out and check on her, and feed her the still-beating hearts of monsters that you've ripped from their lifeless husks to help curb her transformation.
You can also chat with Elena, give her gifts, say nice things to reassure her that everything will be OK, etc. And her daily activities will change depending on how good of a relationship you're able to maintain with her, as well as what items you've given her over the course of the game -- and these things can affect which ending you get, too.
It all comes together to create a very intense experience. The combat is really fluid and satisfying, the chain is an absolute blast to use (and represents pretty much the best use of motion controls I've EVER encountered in a Wii game), bosses are big and imposing and strategic, the towers are fun to explore and full of clever puzzles and hidden rooms, and Elena is a surprisingly sympathetic character who comes across as a genuine person rather than simply an object in need of saving -- you actually WANT to help her, because you come to really and truly feel for her over the course of the adventure.
-Tom
Yea probly. I've learned my lesson....at this point I'm just accepting the fact that I will never get to play xenoblade, infinite space, or any of the console fire emblems.
you're probably actually better off importing Xenoblade from the UK than trying to get a US copy.
PuppetSlave
Member
The sixteenth month Smarsh always goes by so fast.
Wow. NoA is so bothered to have nothing to release on Wii U that they even took the time to release Pandora's Tower.
That's now one year after Europe and almost two after Japan.
I know it's better late then never and it's probably a panic mode for the Wii U drought but man, what kind of marketing/planning is that? Again?!
Anyway, enjoy the game, NA!
That's now one year after Europe and almost two after Japan.
I know it's better late then never and it's probably a panic mode for the Wii U drought but man, what kind of marketing/planning is that? Again?!
Anyway, enjoy the game, NA!
GrotesqueBeauty
Banned
Nice spin, but it's being published by Xseed.
SlasherJPC
Banned
I think the extended IGN trailer I posted at the top of this page gives a pretty good overview of what this game has to offer, but yeah, obviously there's a lot more to it than that.
Essentially, this is an atmospheric, exploration-heavy action RPG with a lot of platforming and puzzle elements and even a little dating sim-esque content thrown in for good measure.
The major focus of the game is on exploring the 13 towers, which are VERY cleverly-designed and full of secrets (think dark, moody versions of Zelda dungeons, but with an especially big emphasis on the use of the hookshot). There's an overarching plot, but it's mostly told via cutscenes between dungeons and through optional collectible stone tablets that your cursed girlfriend, Elena, sometimes has to translate for you. Telling backstory through tablets (particularly ones that have to be translated) reminds me most of Xanadu Next, but for those of you who haven't played that game, think something along the lines of Metroid Prime with its optional scanning of background objects to get additional world development. You can choose to find and read them all if you care about the story (and you probably will, as it's actually quite well-written), or you can just ignore them if all you care about is killing stuff.
Elena herself is also a major part of gameplay. The longer you take to complete each tower, the closer to a full-on monster she'll become. Each tower has shortcuts that you can unlock which take you back to the entrance, though, so you're given ample opportunity to head back out and check on her, and feed her the still-beating hearts of monsters that you've ripped from their lifeless husks to help curb her transformation.
You can also chat with Elena, give her gifts, say nice things to reassure her that everything will be OK, etc. And her daily activities will change depending on how good of a relationship you're able to maintain with her, as well as what items you've given her over the course of the game -- and these things can affect which ending you get, too.
It all comes together to create a very intense experience. The combat is really fluid and satisfying, the chain is an absolute blast to use (and represents pretty much the best use of motion controls I've EVER encountered in a Wii game), bosses are big and imposing and strategic, the towers are fun to explore and full of clever puzzles and hidden rooms, and Elena is a surprisingly sympathetic character who comes across as a genuine person rather than simply an object in need of saving -- you actually WANT to help her, because you come to really and truly feel for her over the course of the adventure.
-Tom
Already had this ordered but DAMNNN this sounds great!
ramoisdead
Member
XSEED tweeted some pics of what the NA version of Pandora's Tower looks like unpacked. Visual confirmation of the box art being reversible and full color instruction manual. Overall, a nice touch.
I like that boxart
Jawmuncher
Member
Nice.
Preordered yesterday not taking another Xenoblade chance. (I have the EU version of Xenoblade but waited to long to grab a US copy)
Preordered yesterday not taking another Xenoblade chance. (I have the EU version of Xenoblade but waited to long to grab a US copy)
still sucks about the white case, but that reversible box art and the instruction manual both look quite excellent
edit: ah, the reversible cover is the same one Nintendo used in Europe, it seems
Man, it's crazy awesome how much TLC NOE put into the releases of all three OpR games. NOA is worthless. :X
edit: ah, the reversible cover is the same one Nintendo used in Europe, it seems
Man, it's crazy awesome how much TLC NOE put into the releases of all three OpR games. NOA is worthless. :X
Jawmuncher
Member
So is the game still coming out tomorrow for those who preordered at gamestop?
http://m.gamestop.com/Catalog/Product/107683
That link is saying the 23rd though amazon still has the 16th listed.
http://m.gamestop.com/Catalog/Product/107683
That link is saying the 23rd though amazon still has the 16th listed.
Heart Attack
Member
Completely forgot this game was coming out tomorrow. I hope it's still available by mid-summer. Out of cash at the moment.
Amazon already charged me for mine and it is in Shipping Soon status.
Same. Can't wait to finally get my hands on it, even if we don't get an awesome black box
Jawmuncher
Member
I've been checking around and it looks like amazon is in the clear. Though everywhere else seems to have the game as the 16th just being a ship date so it can show up any time these upcoming weeks. I heard this happened with last story as well though.
Lone_Prodigy
Member
Did The Last Story go on sale much besides the Amazon.com sale? Debating on whether I should wait to pick this up since it looks like most retailers will be carrying this.
Jawmuncher
Member
It's priced 30 at gamestop.com and is still in stock. Though that came out closer to Xenoblade hype so it seemed like they overdid numbers on it. Most people are figuring this one will be harder to come by. No concrete evidence but it being the last big release for Wii is big factor for most. Grabbing it now since I don't want to deal with a Xenoblade limited run.
Jawmuncher
Member
It's definitely been getting lost in the shuffle.
Sadly enough not even WiiU people seem to be talking about it.