Japanese Niche Games Deals & Discussion Thread 4.0

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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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kickalillas2 said:
Only seen the anime, didn't read the manga. I assume things didn't work out?
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Very open ended ending. Zombie girl of course survives....last part is she eating his heart. Than we kind of flash forward to many years later or something and he sees her again or something and the extra chapter with older main zombie girl and i believe Wankos and the main guy's children. Who knows it's very open ended and was confusing.

 
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nitrosmob said:
Very open ended ending. Zombie girl of course survives....last part is she eating his heart. Than we kind of flash forward to many years later or something and he sees her again or something and the extra chapter with older main zombie girl and i believe Wankos and the main guy's children. Who knows it's very open ended and was confusing.
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Wait what?! So let me get this straight, So the Zombie girl and main dude hook up. She has kids. Eats the main characters heart so she can live and he becomes a zombie? And years latter they may/may not see each other again.

Or something like that?

 
kickalillas2 said:
Wait what?! So let me get this straight, So the Zombie girl and main dude hook up. She has kids. Eats the main characters heart so she can live and he becomes a zombie? And years latter they may/may not see each other again.

Or something like that?
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They never say whose kids they are but they look a lot like Wanko and the main guys. Main zombie girl does meet him again after eating his heart and becoming human in mind at least. He looks human when they meet up again.The extra chapter isn't explained as well other than the main zombie girl is still alive. Terrible ending overall after being a decent manga series.

 
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DJMAX Respect confirmed for western release

Neowiz says that while it can’t announce the timing, it plans to release a proper DJMAX sequel following the release DJMAX Respect.

Sengoku Basara: Sanada Yukimura-Den second trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGgpAF-5X6s

The King of Fighters XIV ‘Yagami Team’ gameplay trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoqeHcKEAO8

Ace Attorney: Spirit of Justice ‘Seance Vision’ introduction video

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

Genkai Tokki Seven Pirates Gets New and Naughty Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKtzGQSm4vo

 
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Hatsune Miku: Project Diva PS4 model announced for Japan

Miku-PS4-Models_05-18-16_Top.jpg

 
nitrosmob said:
Favorite zombie girl is still the one from Sankarea. Course that ending....oh that ending...
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The mangaka totally did not give a fuq with that manga epilogue just as much as the mangaka for Sun-Ken Rock.

I want to believe Rea became Human for a while but eventually zombified. I rather ignore the epilogue.

Wanko x Chihiro. Dat wincest.

 
Real expensive to buy just a faceplate. 

9 Minutes of Zero Time Dilemma in English

[media]https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLaDrN74SfdT47a4esK2UiveAOgcHAFGXQ&v=tH9pbThMLs0[/media]

Her face. >.>

 
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My copy of Valkyria Chronicles Remastered came in today. The art on the steelbook, and the clear plastic slip-cover are quite choice.

 
Ys VIII Gets New Screenshots Showing a Big Bird and Fishing

We meet the giant bird Hashibiroko, that has been protected by Ricotta since when it was a newborn and recognizes her as his mother.

Digimon Universe: Appli Monsters cross-media project teased

Etrian Odyssey details Dragoon, Reaper, Warlock, Masurao, and Herbalist’s Two Titles

Final Fantasy XIV’s Update 3.3 “Revenge of the Horde” Shines in New Screenshots

Hideo Kojima Will Talk About His Game “As Soon as Possible;” Will Use a Third Party Engine

5pb. announces Plastic Memories game

Details about the game are currently unknown, but more information will be shared soon, according to the company.

NiOh’s Survey Results Published; 850,000 Downloads for the Demo
 
Toukiden 2 Details and Screenshots: Story, Touya and Manadzuru, New Oni
Koei Tecmo has updated the Toukiden 2 official website with new information 
 
Siren: Blood Curse Episodes 1-12 Rated in Korea
Possible PlayStation 4 remaster on the way
 
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Toukiden 2 Details and Screenshots: Story, Touya and Manadzuru, New Oni
http://gematsu.com/2016/05/toukiden-2-details-screenshots-story-touya-manadzuru-new-oni
 
NiOh’s Survey Results Published; 850,000 Downloads for the Demo
http://www.dualshockers.com/2016/05/19/ps4-exclusive-niohs-survey-results-published-850000-downloads-for-the-demo/
 
Siren: Blood Curse Episodes 1-12 Rated in Korea
http://gematsu.com/2016/05/siren-blood-curse-episodes-1-12-rated-korea
 
It Appears That Bayonetta Will Get Whipped With Nerfs In Smash Bros. Version 1.1.6 Update
http://www.siliconera.com/2016/05/19/appears-bayonetta-will-get-whipped-nerfs-smash-bros-version-1-1-6-update/



Square Enix Adding 10,000 More Copies Of Final Fantasy XV Ultimate Collector’s Edition On May 23
http://www.siliconera.com/2016/05/19/square-enix-adding-10000-copies-final-fantasy-xv-ultimate-collectors-edition-may-23/
 
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Olengie said:
The mangaka totally did not give a fuq with that manga epilogue just as much as the mangaka for Sun-Ken Rock.

I want to believe Rea became Human for a while but eventually zombified. I rather ignore the epilogue.

Wanko x Chihiro. Dat wincest.
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Not gonna lie, as much as l love anime/manga, i feel most that most of the content just ends terribly. The writer just writes themselves into a corner and is basically fuck it. Just once, I want an ending that makes sense and ties up all the loose ends.

 
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Square Enix Adding 10,000 More Copies Of Final Fantasy XV Ultimate Collector’s Edition On May 23
http://www.siliconera.com/2016/05/19/square-enix-adding-10000-copies-final-fantasy-xv-ultimate-collectors-edition-may-23/
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Surprising that they'll be distributing those sensibly. They're just going to contact people from the waitlist in order and offer them 1 each.

I think I tossed my name on the waitlist earlier just cause I could and was curious if stock would pop in. Now I'm unsure if I'd take it if they offered me one, its resale value will make it worthwhile but I don't like giant statue CEs.

 
kickalillas2 said:
Not gonna lie, as much as l love anime/manga, i feel most that most of the content just ends terribly. The writer just writes themselves into a corner and is basically fuck it. Just once, I want an ending that makes sense and ties up all the loose ends.
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Like all things, only a few really stand out. But they do exist.
 
kickalillas2 said:
Not gonna lie, as much as l love anime/manga, i feel most that most of the content just ends terribly. The writer just writes themselves into a corner and is basically fuck it. Just once, I want an ending that makes sense and ties up all the loose ends.
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I agree, very rarely do anime or manga have great endings. Most of the time its just rushed garbage, especially in the case of manga. Most of them try to wrap everything up in a single chapter, which usually ends up being terrible. This is especially awful for manga that have been running for ages.

 
I feel like a lot of anime/manga is kind of losing me as an audience since i'm getting older and most of the stories are eh and similar. I still watch anime and read manga....mainly just stick to a few comedy/romance series. I think I kind of outgrew most of the shounen genre....also doesn't help they go on forever and ever. I think the only manga/anime that I was really satisfied with is Maison Ikkoku. I'm trying to think of others but can't at the moment.

 
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nitrosmob said:
I feel like a lot of anime/manga is kind of losing me as an audience since i'm getting older and most of the stories are eh and similar. I still watch anime and read manga....mainly just stick to a few comedy/romance series. I think I kind of outgrew most of the shounen genre....also doesn't help they go on forever and ever. I think the only manga/anime that I was really satisfied with is Maison Ikkoku. I'm trying to think of others but can't at the moment.
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Pretty much exactly how I feel, I seem to only watch comedy now since I've given up on supposedly longer series...Where's my season 3 of Index Damn it!
 
nitrosmob said:
I feel like a lot of anime/manga is kind of losing me as an audience since i'm getting older and most of the stories are eh and similar. I still watch anime and read manga....mainly just stick to a few comedy/romance series. I think I kind of outgrew most of the shounen genre....also doesn't help they go on forever and ever. I think the only manga/anime that I was really satisfied with is Maison Ikkoku. I'm trying to think of others but can't at the moment.
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That happened to me about 15 years ago. I'm strictly a gamer now, not an anime guy anymore.
 
nitrosmob said:
I feel like a lot of anime/manga is kind of losing me as an audience since i'm getting older and most of the stories are eh and similar.
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I've got really bad news. The same principle applies to all media. So if you aren't entertained by anything that isn't new or novel, you are in for a very boring life. It might be a good idea to learn to appreciate the quality of execution. Humanity has been telling the same stories over and over again for millennia.

 
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Gran Turismo Sport Gets Lots of Images and First Gameplay Video
http://www.dualshockers.com/2016/05/19/ps4-exclusive-gran-turismo-sport-gets-new-screenshots-lots-of-images-and-gameplay-video/
 
Gran Turismo Sport’s Pre-Orders Open, Limited Editionss, Bonuses and Box Arts Revealed
http://www.dualshockers.com/2016/05/19/ps4-exclusive-gran-turismo-sports-pre-orders-open-limited-edition-and-box-art-revealed/
 
Conveni Dream Is Headed To The North American eShop Next Week

http://www.siliconera.com/2016/05/19/conveni-dream-headed-north-american-eshop-next-week/
https://youtu.be/6FNfMQ3f6cg
 
Fire Emblem Fates’ The Changing Tide Helps Players Make Connections
http://www.siliconera.com/2016/05/19/fire-emblem-fates-changing-tide-helps-players-make-connections/
 
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Richard Kain said:
I've got really bad news. The same principle applies to all media. So if you aren't entertained by anything that isn't new or novel, you are in for a very boring life. It might be a good idea to learn to appreciate the quality of execution. Humanity has been telling the same stories over and over again for millennia.
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I realize that haha. But you can only get excited for some weakling crying and training to become the baddest, strongest person for so long. On the other hand, how many losers are going to get every girl they talk to? Everything is derivative of everything. So much manga/anime is targeted towards teens though with super strong people everywhere, high school and girls doing cute things. There are anime that are decent of course, but I just don't see it as much anymore. I think i'm starting to gravitate more towards comics and other stuff is all.

 
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nitrosmob said:
I think i'm starting to gravitate more towards comics and other stuff is all.
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Understandable. And I certainly won't try to dissuade you from exploring other media. It's a good idea to spread your interests out a bit. Dappling in a variety of different media is a good approach to your entertainment.

Might I suggest a smattering of classic literature? I'd personally recommend a little H. P. Lovecraft for someone on a budget. All of his work is part of the public domain, and can be acquired legally at no cost. And it's all pretty good stuff. Quite a bit of it is short as well, so it isn't nearly as much of a commitment when it comes to reading. You can get through most of his individual works in less than an hour.

I'm also a very big fan of Isaac Asimov. His work isn't nearly as accessible, but it is often considered the gold standard for classic science fiction. It would definitely be a change up from angsty teens. Very few of those in Asimov's books.

 
Richard Kain said:
Understandable. And I certainly won't try to dissuade you from exploring other media. It's a good idea to spread your interests out a bit. Dappling in a variety of different media is a good approach to your entertainment.

Might I suggest a smattering of classic literature? I'd personally recommend a little H. P. Lovecraft for someone on a budget. All of his work is part of the public domain, and can be acquired legally at no cost. And it's all pretty good stuff. Quite a bit of it is short as well, so it isn't nearly as much of a commitment when it comes to reading. You can get through most of his individual works in less than an hour.

I'm also a very big fan of Isaac Asimov. His work isn't nearly as accessible, but it is often considered the gold standard for classic science fiction. It would definitely be a change up from angsty teens. Very few of those in Asimov's books.
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I just wanted to qoute you for recommending Asimov and H.P. Lovecraft both. Heinlein is also excellent for Sci Fi if you like it a bit less dry, and if you can get into Philip K Dick he is as well.

 
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I actually like the Misaka-focused Railgun anime, but I will completely agree that we need the next season of Index.

It's been so long since Index season 2 aired!

 
I'm a book lover of sorts....read some Asimov and Heinlen (mainly short stories). I have a big imagination so the stuff plays out in my head as I read so it's pretty cool. I really like Haruki Murakami and Steinbeck....read too many of both, but I mainly enjoy them. I do need to read more fantasy/sc-fi as I just don't do that very often. I also read light novels as well. Good suggestions though. It's alright if I stay away from anime a bit anyway since i have a backlog over 3000 games long (i document every bundle purchase...) and have plenty of books and such since I go to thrift stores often and also donate relatively often.

I mean I loved RPGs as a kid, and still do for some of them, but I know some stories/characters are lacking, the same with anime/manga and shows/movies/etc... Your tastes change usually. I mean I don't go reading all those choose your own adventure books anymore hehe or watching Sailor Moon.

 
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