Tales of PlayStation(s) revealed

[Dice]

I imagine they'd be more inclined to bring them over if their fans didn't act insane.

How ironic.  There's no translation of that constant squabbling to equate into a few "$$" 's?

[Starmongoose]

Is there a certain element of Tales games that attract crazies? Or are crazies the kind of animal where it only takes one to find a suitable nesting ground, and other crazies follow the lead crazy?

[Dice]

Is there a certain element of Tales games that attract crazies? Or are crazies the kind of animal where it only takes one to find a suitable nesting ground, and other crazies follow the lead crazy?

I've always wondered myself why even I like the series.  I just think it's a clever mix of fun elements, guilty pleasures, and a not-half bad gameplay.

Fun Elements

• costumes
• side quests

Guilty Pleasures

• osm anime grafix
• boob jokes

Gameplay

• Customizing
• Fast, free battle with everyone being potentially effective

[Starmongoose]

Is there a certain element of Tales games that attract crazies? Or are crazies the kind of animal where it only takes one to find a suitable nesting ground, and other crazies follow the lead crazy?

Fun Elements

• costumes

Guilty Pleasures

• boob jokes

Thanks, I understand now.

[Dice]

Fun Elements

• costumes

Thanks, I understand now.

C'mon now... didn't people get pissy-er with every new update of this for the PS3 Vesperia?  Aren't we all KIIINDA suckered in by a few bonuses?  Lord knows half of the JRPG outfits are borderline retarded, and a change is nice.

People like Tales for similar reasons to NieR - it's imperfect yet charming enough to make up for the losses.  What it does right it does well.  And there are certainly a lot worse game choices, but Tales remain pretty consistent in providing a jolly good time.  Some more (some less) than others.  I hate when games stick you to a path and a final boss.  I personally add a star when developers go beyond and program post-game (or extra challenge) content.

[Starmongoose]

I was only teasing, Dice. :)

I still like Ar Tonelico 2 despite its rather strange obsession for phallic jokes and girly parts. I would be sorely lacking for RPG's if I didn't turn off my brain for a few moments to enjoy a sex joke.

[Ashtrot]

The more hilarious part is when you say Tales is one giant anime cliche and fans are all "NO IT ISN'T HARRRRRRRRRRRGGGGGGHHHHH"

[FlamingR1ft]

NO IT ISN'T HARRRRRRRRRRRGGGGGGHHHHH.

I jest. Except for Tales of Hearts, that is.

[Aeolus]

http://kotaku.com/5602140/first-look-at-art-for-new-tales-game

Here, have some art.

[Dice]

Some Tales Forum goers are actually pretty pissy about the new direction to a darker Tales installment.  I can't believe.  Maybe there is no satisfying.

[Kevadu]

Looks good to me.

But then, I'm not really a 'Tales Fan'.

[Ashtrot]

Some Tales Forum goers are actually pretty pissy about the new direction to a darker Tales installment.  I can't believe.  Maybe there is no satisfying.

QED Tales fans are douches.

[Dice]

Some Tales Forum goers are actually pretty pissy about the new direction to a darker Tales installment.  I can't believe.  Maybe there is no satisfying.

QED Tales fans are douches.

Thats a fact.
I can see why they're upset of course.  Rarely is one of the best-known [RPG] franchises neglected so often.  I hate how people are still off on WE'LL NEVER PLAY ONE AGAIN NEVER EVER NEVER NEVER.

[Sagacious-T]

Tales RPGs are like the Chili's of video games. Not the best food ever, but pretty delicious and filling, and it has something for everyone.

[CDFN]

A demo is coming your way sooner than you think:

PlayStation 3 owners will get a shot at Tales of Graces a bit earlier than expected. Namco Bandai is readying a demo version of the Tales of Graces F for distribution through PlayStation Network towards the end of this month. The game is not due for release until some time this Winter.

This week's Jump has first mention of the demo. Unfortunately, the magazine does not say what type of content we can expect.

Tales of Graces F is an updated version of Wii's Tales of Graces. In addition to full HD visuals, the game adds new "hi-ougi" special attacks, a new post game scenario of substantial length, and new character costumes to go with the scenario.

Outside of the demo news, Jump also has first details on a pre-order bonus. Buyers will get a "Dramatic DVD." This comes with a password for obtaining custom themes and downloadable costumes.

In terms of game content, Jump provides a look at a new costume and new attacks for Richard. Prior to this, Namco Bandai had only shown the new clothing for heroine Sophie.