Japanese Niche Games Deals & Discussion Thread 4.0

[shivan128]

Welcome to the Japanese niche games deals and discussion thread!  Feel free to talk about local and import Japanese games here.  Our goal is to maintain a thread dedicated to active deals on niche games including RPGs, Visual Novels (VN), Shoot'em ups (Shmups), Musou, etc.  Also maintained are pre-orders for standard, limited and collector's edition games with key release dates provided.

I've wikified the thread to make it more friendly and open to others that can actively update with important information. You can find the wiki post directly below this one.

NOTE:  Please, leave the censorship discussion away from this thread.  It's common for japanese games to have questionable content outside of the country.  We want to keep discussions to the game itself and not about cultural/societal tolerance.

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[dgwillia006]

Xenoblade Chronicles X has a fantastic soundtrack.

I really enjoyed it, much better than a lot of other RPGs I have played

 

[specialist]

These 2 songs were epic atleast.....

It's got a lot of good tracks, but a lot of the ones you hear the most are the most annoying. Such a mixed bag.

 

[SolidSnake86]

Harem end is best end.

Forget video games, that's my life motto.

 

[Covnam]

I really enjoyed it, much better than a lot of other RPGs I have played

Same here =D Hopefully XCX2 brings him back (and hopefully XCX2 is next).

 

[vic_x51]

Forget video games, that's my life motto.

amen

 

[motaku96]

Hmm, according to front page of the site it looks like Fate/Extella for Vita is on sale for $26.48 on Amazon.

Tempting, but I'll be getting the game for the Switch so I'm not sure I need the Vita version...

If you're getting the switch version, just skip the vita version entirely. Switch includes all the costume dlc, of which there's a considerable amount. Also the vita version doesn't look that good visually.

 

[skubish]

I happened to find the last copy of blue reflection deluxe edition at BIC Camera today.[attachment=26515:IMG_3795.JPG]

 

[Nothing-]

I haven't played Persona 5 in three days because I've been caught up playing Dragon Warrior II on the NES.   This was the most amazing game in the world when I was a small child.  It's so draconian and punishing, yet still somewhat fair and heavily adventurous. It keeps you wanting to discover more, what's around the next corner.  It was the original Dark Souls formula. 

Games like Dragon Warrior II and the original Final Fantasy shaped my entire gaming personality to date.  I'm all about open-world RPG exploration with hidden loot and sidequests.  This game was such an amazing step up from DW1 at the time in 1990.  It was revolutionary.  I have been in awe of difficult RPGs ever since.  Not to mention it also has some of the greatest box art of all time. 

 

[Cloyd]

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Images above taken from Gu4n. If you've played Trails in the Sky, you probably recognize them. Can't have one without the other. The time skip from TitS should make that person a year older than Estelle during the first game I think. The other being almost 30 now.

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I bought 3rd a few days ago and just last night was able to get back to playing SC. I couldn't be more hyped for some games right now. PC gaming has taken over my attention lately. My poor PS4 has become a Netflix machine for now.

Thanks for the pics. I'm so excited for the CSIII release.

 

[Draekon]

The only notable game this week is really Birthdays the Beginning and reviews seem to be all over the place for it. Other than that, not much to say. I added a couple that seemed like they might release this week since the list was a little on the light side. Granted one was more for the 'wat' nature of it. Normally I skip games that don't have a static release date set. I guess it's time to decide whether or not to cancel your Akiba's Beat price mistake order from Amazon since that releases next week though.

Other stuff that released without warning last week (Assume PC unless otherwise noted):
- Lily of the Valley (Visual Novel)
- England Exchange (Visual Novel)

Weekly Releases (May 7th - May 13th)

Elliot Quest
- Platform(s): 3DS, XB1
- Genre: Adventure / Platformer
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Digital only. Not Japanese. Indie. Like Zelda 2.

Harvest Moon: Save the Homeland (PS2 Classics)

- Platform(s): PS4
- Genre: Simulation / Farming
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Digital only.

Resident Evil Code: Veronica X (PS2 Classics)

- Platform(s): PS4
- Genre: Survival Horror
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Digital only.

Revenant Saga

- Platform(s): PS4, PS3, Vita
- Genre: RPG
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Digital only. KEMCO published mobile port.

Birthdays the Beginning
- Platform(s): PS4, PC
- Genre: Simulation / Sandbox / God Game?
- Demo: Yes.
- Online: N/A
- Comments: It sounds like it's a traditional god game. Demo should be releasing this week.

The Grand Ball
- Platform(s): PC
- Genre: Visual Novel
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Not Japanese.

Campus Nightlife
- Platform(s): PC
- Genre: Visual Novel / Otome
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: May not actually be releasing this week, but I'm listing it anyways.

Stay! Stay! Democratic People's Republic of Korea!
- Platform(s): PC
- Genre: Visual Novel / Parody Memes
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Definitely not Japanese. May not be releasing, but adding it anyways.

Tomboys Need Love Too!
- Platform(s): PC
- Genre: Visual Novel
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Not Japanese.

Past Releases
April 30th - May 6th
April 23rd - April 29th
April 16th - April 22nd
April 9th - April 15th
April 2nd - April 8th

EDIT: Added in three PSN titles releasing this week. Made note of Birthdays the Beginning demo that is coming out this week too.

 

[godofwar7]

I started my merciless run of persona 5. I didn't carry anything over so I could give a 100% run a go. Pretty excited to attempt that.
So far I haven't noticed it being any harder yet. I do think having 3x damage for critical/weakness/technical hits is really weird. demon negotiation is clutch, get these enemies that can potentially kill me to give me money and exp and just go away lol
I have one more midboss to fight but I'm all out of mana even though I stocked up well on sp items, 12 drinks and 2 coffees. I'll probably just use the chewing soul I picked up to force my way through this dungeon in 1 day.
I'm only level 7 while I was level 12 on my hard playthrough, guess that's the difference when you go into the dungeon multiple times.

Update: I did finish that dungeon. I didn't even need mana for that fight since I got 2 critical. It helped to take out some other mobs though.

 

[Draekon]

I bought 3rd a few days ago and just last night was able to get back to playing SC. I couldn't be more hyped for some games right now. PC gaming has taken over my attention lately. My poor PS4 has become a Netflix machine for now.

Thanks for the pics. I'm so excited for the CSIII release.

I'm actually a good way through Trails in the Sky the 3rd. I see now that people calling it Trails of Lore isn't an exaggeration at all. Holy shit has it been a ride with all the information they've dropped. You've got a ton of setup for Cold Steel, including what happened in North Ambria where Sara from Cold Steel is from. There's also some setup for whenever they visit Calvard as well as Crossbell. Also even more closure for the Trails in the Sky FC/SC arc. As well as backstories for various characters in the series.

I also got to fight a boss that I've been wanting to while playing through TitS FC/SC and it was every bit as awesome as I thought it would be. It was the second fight I wiped on and actually wiped twice as retry didn't get me anywhere. I was forced to re-evaluate all my equipment and orbaments. Played insanely defensively and I still had two characters die with the other two barely living. It was pretty crazy.

But in the end the game is structured very differently from the previous two games. It's essentially a dungeon crawler with a bunch of optional mystical doors you can go through after you meet their requirements and see a metric assload of lore. I hear the last chapter is a wild ride too, so I can't wait for it. I liked Persona 5, but for me this game blows it out of the water in terms of enjoyment. Being invested in the series definitely makes this game quite the joy to play through.

Oh and in this one you don't need to worry about using a guide to find books or gather AP. You don't have hidden items like all the other games in the series, no hidden quests, nor is there any kind of point system like bracer points or academy points. It's a pretty nice relief.

 

[Olengie]

Decided to impulse buy Saint Seiya Soldiers Soul cuz Ive been in the mood for some Saint Seiya. Lol

 

[godofwar7]

Doing the dungeon in 1 day was pointless! I can't beat the boss at level 7! Went back into the palace another to grind to level 9 smh

 

[kickalillas2]

Do you people have jobs/school that have already sunk 200 hours into P5? I don't tHink I hit 60 yet but I am following the guide to minimize wasted time.

If I wanted to play with some TiTs (lol), about how much time will I have to put into them?

 

[Olengie]

Doing the dungeon in 1 day was pointless! I can't beat the boss at level 7! Went back into the palace another to grind to level 9 smh

I thought it takes 2 days since you have to reach the treasure first and then leave the calling card.

I haven't played Persona 5 in a significant way for about 2 weeks, largely because I've been so busy.

 

[shadowysea07]

I'm actually a good way through Trails in the Sky the 3rd. I see now that people calling it Trails of Lore isn't an exaggeration at all. Holy shit has it been a ride with all the information they've dropped. You've got a ton of setup for Cold Steel, including what happened in North Ambria where Sara from Cold Steel is from. There's also some setup for whenever they visit Calvard as well as Crossbell. Also even more closure for the Trails in the Sky FC/SC arc. As well as backstories for various characters in the series.

Oh and in this one you don't need to worry about using a guide to find books or gather AP. You don't have hidden items like all the other games in the series, no hidden quests, nor is there any kind of point system like bracer points or academy points. It's a pretty nice relief.

Shame about the first part considering most people already played the cold steel games so this is too little too late. Nice about them getting rid of the stupid hidden quests and crap. Too bad that won't likely be present in cold steel 3.

 

[Cloyd]

I'm actually a good way through Trails in the Sky the 3rd. I see now that people calling it Trails of Lore isn't an exaggeration at all. Holy shit has it been a ride with all the information they've dropped. You've got a ton of setup for Cold Steel, including what happened in North Ambria where Sara from Cold Steel is from. There's also some setup for whenever they visit Calvard as well as Crossbell. Also even more closure for the Trails in the Sky FC/SC arc. As well as backstories for various characters in the series.

I also got to fight a boss that I've been wanting to while playing through TitS FC/SC and it was every bit as awesome as I thought it would be. It was the second fight I wiped on and actually wiped twice as retry didn't get me anywhere. I was forced to re-evaluate all my equipment and orbaments. Played insanely defensively and I still had two characters die with the other two barely living. It was pretty crazy.

But in the end the game is structured very differently from the previous two games. It's essentially a dungeon crawler with a bunch of optional mystical doors you can go through after you meet their requirements and see a metric assload of lore. I hear the last chapter is a wild ride too, so I can't wait for it. I liked Persona 5, but for me this game blows it out of the water in terms of enjoyment. Being invested in the series definitely makes this game quite the joy to play through.

Oh and in this one you don't need to worry about using a guide to find books or gather AP. You don't have hidden items like all the other games in the series, no hidden quests, nor is there any kind of point system like bracer points or academy points. It's a pretty nice relief.

That's great to know. After playing through TitS on PC, and Cold Steel 1&2, I've been itching to get my hands on all of the lore. I'm into Chapter 5 not on TitS SC and am taking my time. No need to rush it to play 3rd. Cold Steel III won't be coming out any time soon and more than likely I'll get Cold Steel for PC as well. Anything that'll support more Falcom games and possibly get Azure, and Zero released at some point. If not, then I still have some quality games to play and replay. Thanks, as always, for the great info.

 

[Draekon]

If I wanted to play with some TiTs (lol), about how much time will I have to put into them?

This is a rough estimate from memory based on doing all sidequests and what not on a first playthrough. Second playthroughs can shave off a decent amount of time for obvious reasons.

[PSP/PC] Trails in the Sky FC - 45 hours
[PSP/PC] Trails in the Sky SC - 80 hours
[PC]Trails in the Sky the 3rd - 50 hours

[PS3] Trails of Cold Steel - 80 hours
[PS3] Trails of Cold Steel II - 80 hours (Has extra story content unique to NG+ too)

Cold Steel I & II are also coming to PC this year as well. They will have extra voices added courtesy of XSeed. Vita and PSTV can play the PSP versions without an issue, but they will not be as patched with updated/corrected dialogue like the PC version is nor will they have backported features from TitS the 3rd like the PC version does. Each of the sequels also allows you to load your save into the next game. Finally, TitS the 3rd won't be releasing on the PSP at all.

There's technically a duology in between Trails in the Sky and Trails of Cold Steel that hasn't released in English yet. The first of the two games is being fan translated. It's unfortunate because most consider those two games the best series of the three. Those two and Trails in the Sky the 3rd are considered the best games in the series I believe, but TitS the 3rd wouldn't have much to stand on as a standalone title without having TitS FC & SC backing it up honestly.

Shame about the first part considering most people already played the cold steel games so this is too little too late. Nice about them getting rid of the stupid hidden quests and crap. Too bad that won't likely be present in cold steel 3.

Eh, it would've been good going into it, sure. However it's not entirely a lost cause learning all this stuff after playing Cold Steel. It still allows you retrospective on everything and you still see the bigger picture.

I also don't have an issue with the hidden quests, but the window on finding them can be stupidly small sometimes which I'm not really okay with. Some of them feels like if you sneeze and move wrong on the controller, you'll miss out on one or two things.

 

[godofwar7]

I thought it takes 2 days since you have to reach the treasure first and then leave the calling card.

I haven't played Persona 5 in a significant way for about 2 weeks, largely because I've been so busy.

Well technically it takes 5 days minimum but that is besides the point. I left the dungeon too underleveled for the boss fight, but not sure what I'm supposed to about that. I was pretty much sapped of all sp. took an hour just to get 2 levels on everybody, which was thankfully enough.

 

[Josef]

Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star (Switch) is up for preorder at Best Buy:

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/fate-extella-the-umbral-star-nintendo-switch/5871409.p?skuId=5871409

Is there anything special included in this version of the game, or is it just the standard vanilla version of the game/packaging with no bonuses?  Looks like it includes some DLC.  I'm more interested in learning if a physical bonus will be included (like with games such as Puyo Puyo Tetris or Binding of Isaac+).

 

[Supplice]

Dragon Quest Summer Festival 2017 To Celebrate Series’ 30th Anniversary On August 5-6

Dragon Quest XI’s New Screenshots Give Us A Better Look At Its Zone And Co-op Skills

Earth Defense Force 5 Gets Lots of Gameplay full of Alien Insects

Is there anything special included in this version of the game?

"It will include 35 DLC outfits for the servants from the PlayStation 4 and Vita versions, plus a new "Unshackled Bride" for Nero Saber."

 

[aerozero]

I happened to find the last copy of blue reflection deluxe edition at BIC Camera today. IMG_3795.JPG

BIC camera is great, they also have a catchy theme song

 

[shadowysea07]

made it to chapter 10 in rogue galaxy.  Hopefully i can finish by the end of the month. 

 Also started stella glow on my 2ds since I needed something to play on the go or when not in the mood.  I'm surprised at how much voice work is in it.

 

[Commodore Wheeler]

The only notable game this week is really Birthdays the Beginning and reviews seem to be all over the place for it. Other than that, not much to say. I added a couple that seemed like they might release this week since the list was a little on the light side. Granted one was more for the 'wat' nature of it. Normally I skip games that don't have a static release date set. I guess it's time to decide whether or not to cancel your Akiba's Beat price mistake order from Amazon since that releases next week though.

Other stuff that released without warning last week (Assume PC unless otherwise noted):
- Lily of the Valley (Visual Novel)
- England Exchange (Visual Novel)

Weekly Releases (May 7th - May 13th)

Elliot Quest
- Platform(s): 3DS, XB1
- Genre: Adventure / Platformer
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Digital only. Not Japanese. Indie. Like Zelda 2.

Birthdays the Beginning
- Platform(s): PS4, PC
- Genre: Simulation / Sandbox / God Game?
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: It sounds like it's a traditional god game.

The Grand Ball
- Platform(s): PC
- Genre: Visual Novel
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Not Japanese.

Campus Nightlife
- Platform(s): PC
- Genre: Visual Novel / Otome
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: May not actually be releasing this week, but I'm listing it anyways.

Stay! Stay! Democratic People's Republic of Korea!
- Platform(s): PC
- Genre: Visual Novel / Parody Memes
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Definitely not Japanese. May not be releasing, but adding it anyways.

Tomboys Need Love Too!
- Platform(s): PC
- Genre: Visual Novel
- Demo: N/A
- Online: N/A
- Comments: Not Japanese.

Past Releases
April 30th - May 6th
April 23rd - April 29th
April 16th - April 22nd
April 9th - April 15th
April 2nd - April 8th

Isn't there some sort of Harvest Moon game coming on PSN? I saw something about it on Twitter but haven't had a chance to look into it yet.

 

[motaku96]

I happened to find the last copy of blue reflection deluxe edition at BIC Camera today. IMG_3795.JPG

Mad jelly. I hope this gets a western LE release.

 

[Draekon]

Isn't there some sort of Harvest Moon game coming on PSN? I saw something about it on Twitter but haven't had a chance to look into it yet.

Looks like there is. The PSN Classics that release often aren't put up for listing outside of playstation's blog, which isn't something I check. If I catch them, I put them in but I seem to be about 50/50 with PSN Classics. It looks like you've got the following:

Revenant Saga (KEMCO RPG; Digital Only)

Resident Evil Code: Veronica X (PS2 Classics; Digital Only)

Harvest Moon: Save the Homeland (PS2 Classics; Digital Only)

Also missed the Birthdays the Beginning demo apparently. Wonder why it's not showing up on the PSN demo list that I check every Tuesday. Guess it's not on the US PSN, so maybe it's releasing tomorrow.

 

[Biggzy32]

made it to chapter 10 in rogue galaxy. Hopefully i can finish by the end of the month.

Also started stella glow on my 2ds since I needed something to play on the go or when not in the mood. I'm surprised at how much voice work is in it.

How is Rogue Galaxy? Picked it up a month or two ago when it was on sale but haven't gotten around to it yet.

 

[kickalillas2]

How is Rogue Galaxy? Picked it up a month or two ago when it was on sale but haven't gotten around to it yet.

Rogue Galaxy is great. One of the hidden gems of the PS2 era.

 

[nitrosmob]

made it to chapter 10 in rogue galaxy. Hopefully i can finish by the end of the month.

Also started stella glow on my 2ds since I needed something to play on the go or when not in the mood. I'm surprised at how much voice work is in it.

Ah Stella Glow is underrated and pretty awesome. Great graphics and pretty alright story. Only major problem is the first time through the game you free time is super limited. I hated that so much, so you're forced to do repeat run throughs to get the full free time.

 

[Biggzy32]

Rogue Galaxy is great. One of the hidden gems of the PS2 era.

Nice. I'll probably check it out after I Am Setsuna.

 

[dsman3717]

Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star (Switch) is up for preorder at Best Buy:

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/fate-extella-the-umbral-star-nintendo-switch/5871409.p?skuId=5871409

Is there anything special included in this version of the game, or is it just the standard vanilla version of the game/packaging with no bonuses? Looks like it includes some DLC. I'm more interested in learning if a physical bonus will be included (like with games such as Puyo Puyo Tetris or Binding of Isaac+).

No physical bonus so far. I was hoping XSEED would announce a cool collectors editions or something, but it looks like that won't be happening. However, Japan/Asia is getting that edition of the game which contains the fancy Nero Switch case. I was considering importing that one since the game has been reported being multi-language, but I'm still not sure. But yeah, the game will have all 35 DLC outfits and also one new exclusive Nero outfit.

 

[Supplice]

SEGA Teases Something Tied to Vanquish; Potentially a PC Port

Street Fighter V Adds Ed as the Next DLC Character

Valkyrie Drive -Bhikkhuni- Port to Other Consoles Might Be Considered if There Is Significant Demand

 

[shadowysea07]

How is Rogue Galaxy? Picked it up a month or two ago when it was on sale but haven't gotten around to it yet.

Decent combat but the dungeons are overly large with alot of empty hallways of nothing and the story feels much like ff12's pacing wise. Only with a really awful story. The games also really long They could have easily cut out jeraika and zerards first visits and lost nothing since they aren't related to the story. Even digimon cyber sluts had more people finish it trophy list wise.

 

[specialist]

Man, the exposition bombs before, during, and after Palace 7 in Persona 5 were so damn exhausting. I don't even remember half of the over explanations thrown at me. 

 

[nitrosmob]

Man, the exposition bombs before, during, and after Palace 7 in Persona 5 were so damn exhausting. I don't even remember half of the over explanations thrown at me.

RPGs being RPGs....unless they're dungeon crawlers.

 

[NeoStrayCat]

Well, no news sites picked it up yet, but to let you guys know... 

Degica is bringing Castle of Shikigami over!

And no, it won't be that shit port of Mobile Light Force 2, lol. Degica will mention more info by next week. (And yes, CoS has had a PC version before (though in JP), this is supposedly getting an actual good official translation.)

 

[itzd4n]

Well, no news sites picked it up yet, but to let you guys know...

Degica is bringing Castle of Shikigami over!

And no, it won't be that shit port of Mobile Light Force 2, lol. Degica will mention more info by next week. (And yes, CoS has had a PC version before (though in JP), this is supposedly getting an actual good official translation.)

I remember picking up the PS2 game and spending many hours of couch co op playing this. Really glad they're gonna bring this over

 

[NeoMonk]

Neptunia themed Switch

Spoiler

 

[Commodore Wheeler]

Looks like there is. The PSN Classics that release often aren't put up for listing outside of playstation's blog, which isn't something I check. If I catch them, I put them in but I seem to be about 50/50 with PSN Classics. It looks like you've got the following:

Revenant Saga (KEMCO RPG; Digital Only)
Resident Evil Code: Veronica X (PS2 Classics; Digital Only)
Harvest Moon: Save the Homeland (PS2 Classics; Digital Only)

Also missed the Birthdays the Beginning demo apparently. Wonder why it's not showing up on the PSN demo list that I check every Tuesday. Guess it's not on the US PSN, so maybe it's releasing tomorrow.

Are those PS2 classics the ones with the upscaled graphics and trophies added in for PS4? Or are they the emulated ports for PS3?

 

[NeoStrayCat]

Yes, the PS2 classics on PS4 are a bit upscaled and have trophies added in.

 

[Supplice]

Dynasty Warriors 9 Is a PS4 Exclusive, Famitsu Reveals

Senran Kagura Producer’s New Studio Honey Parade Games Officially Founded Today

Dark Witch Music Episode: Rudymical for Nintendo Switch Gets First Trailer

Spoiler

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGcsAZPY_Xo

Romancing SaGa 2 On PlayStation Vita Surpasses 200,000 In Digital Sales

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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III Releases In Japan On September 28 For PS4

The King of Fighters XIV Announced For PC, Closed Beta Starts This Month

Kenichiro Takaki [Senran Kagura producer] Talks Switch, Shinobi Refle, And Playing Naughty Games On The Train

Latest Vanquish for PC teaser suggests May release

 

[roger watersmelon]

That's a very clever use for the Neptunia smartphone stands.

 

[reaperztoll]

Romancing SaGa 2 On PlayStation Vita Surpasses 200,000 In Digital Sales

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When the frig are we getting the english port of this!

 

[Supplice]

Valkyrie Drive -Bhikkhuni- Interview — Marvelous Europe Talks Porting the Game to PC and Western Reception

Akiba’s Beat ‘Maids’ trailer

Spoiler

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGvJxCyCbJw

 

[Draekon]

Free weekly PSN junk:

Gravity Rush 2

PS4

Dark Angel Costume

NieR: Automata Costume Pack

Birthdays the Beginning

PS4

Demo

Don't really see much else thread related this week.

 

[nitrosmob]

There are some cute Bloons TD avatars....but those aren't niche.

 

[Draekon]

There are some cute Bloons TD avatars....but those aren't niche.

I saw them, but decided against posting them. Since you're mentioning them, they should probably get linked:

https://store.playstation.com/#!/en-us/games/bloons-td-5/cid=UP2712-CUSA08142_00-BTD5000000000001%3AAVATARS

 

[godofwar7]

Beat the second dungeon boss in p5 on merciless mode.
What a trial that was. I can't say I enjoy how underleveled I feel. Took me over 20 tries since winning was pretty much luck based. You're just praying he doesn't target anyone's weakness. It's not instant death if he does that(well unless he targets MC), but it sets you back considerably and you need a a good amount of healing items to make up the ground. I would say I was well stocked, but definitely felt like I could have used more even though I already blew all my cash on them.

This battle made me tempted to cheese levels with the reaper but that would ruin the point of a merciless run.

This just strengthens my belief that Tokyo mirage systems has a much better battle system than persona 5. I fight every enemy and then some to grind some cash in persona 5 in merciless mode and I feel underleveled at the boss battles, while I fight every enemy and but no grinding and I feel game has been perfectly balanced for every boss battle and everything is fair in tms lunatic mode.

 

[elessar123]

*snip*

From what I've read (somewhat skeptical) is that merciless is basically low-level challenge, and hard is actually harder if you grind on merciless to the same levels.

I think part of the reasoning is the 3x damage making fights generally faster (especially if you abuse miracle punch, etc.)