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Message started by Brand on 01/12/08 at 09:24:51

Title: We are getting FES!
Post by Brand on 01/12/08 at 09:24:51

From the latest issue of EGM:

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/8845/qtipsscanhg0.jpg

Though I'm not sure when they say the next Shin Megami Tensei will be on the PS3 are they talking about Persona 4 or a new SMT game.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Kitsune on 01/13/08 at 07:54:13

It might just be something like DDS or something.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by mknzy on 01/13/08 at 08:53:04

We will have to see, but I am excited that it looks like FES is comming to the states.  I really need to get back to and finish P3, but WoW has just consumed me of late.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by astroman on 01/13/08 at 10:39:41

I wonder if Atlus will ever reveal when or why they decided to release this. Whether they planned to all along or if it was because of the numerous accolades piled upon P3 or if it really was all of the online begging and pleading (at least one petition on every msg board I've looked on). As long as they're releasing it stateside and this isn't just another rumor that squeaked through, I'll be happy.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Daio on 01/14/08 at 14:44:39

I hope that we DON'T get FES. Aigis's story is so absolutely ridiculous it ruins a good deal of the first game's story.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by mknzy on 01/14/08 at 22:36:56

I am just excited that there is more P3 to play ^_^

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Minato Arisato on 01/15/08 at 10:09:52

I've spoiled myself on Aegis' chapter so much that it doesn't matter to me now.
Regardless, I'm looking forward to the dates with Elizabeth and the special Social Link endings if FES is released.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 01/15/08 at 10:55:05


Minato Arisato wrote:
I've spoiled myself on Aegis' chapter so much that it doesn't matter to me now.
Regardless, I'm looking forward to the dates with Elizabeth and the special Social Link endings if FES is released.



Yeah I finished Persona 3 the other day and I was hopping for a little something in the ending for each of the Social links you maxed out.  But you never do find out what happens to the those folks.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by cj iwakura on 01/15/08 at 19:51:39

Was this the EGM article? And since the most recently (sort of) announced SMT game was for PS2 (Persona 4), I have to doubt the credibility on those grounds.

Still, I hope they're telling the truth. Everything I've seen about the expanded game looks awesome.

Episode Aigis is just icing.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 01/15/08 at 21:08:58

Yeah it was from EGM.  I could see the next Persona game being PS2 and the next SMT game being PS3 but that little blurb isn't very clear.  It's hard to tell because now all the games get the SMT label put on them.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Tallgeese on 01/16/08 at 04:32:56

I hope FES comes out myself. Hopefully it'd be the standalone.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by mknzy on 01/16/08 at 13:24:59

I'd be happy to get it either way, it will be a good release for here.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Radish on 02/09/08 at 11:24:39

I hope putting Persona 4 on the PS2 doesn't cause Atlus US to pass it over since it's on a dead console...

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by DevilRy on 02/09/08 at 19:07:35

Yeah is there any word if its the P3+FES version coming out or just FES?

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 02/18/08 at 16:48:48

Mystery!

Atlus has recently put up this count down
http://www.atlus.com/time/

Maybe it has something to do with FES, though I have no clue.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by cj iwakura on 02/18/08 at 18:55:58

Cause for hope increases substantially if you recognize where that countdown image originates from...

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a244/sanctine/Picture7.png
(c/o Sanctine)

I'm excited beyond belief.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by OneWingedSin on 02/19/08 at 11:55:40

It definately coincides with a game release (Tuesdays) so it could very well be FES. Wish they'd advertise it more if it is, so people can actually realize it IS coming out. (well if it IS FES).

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 02/19/08 at 12:22:08


OneWingedSin wrote:
It definately coincides with a game release (Tuesdays) so it could very well be FES. Wish they'd advertise it more if it is, so people can actually realize it IS coming out. (well if it IS FES).



Unlike DVDs and CDs, there is no "game release day".  I worked at EB for a few years, trust me games can come out any day of the week.  I think recently Professor Layton came out on a Sunday (which is pretty unusual, weekdays are more common, as shipping is more expensive on the weekends).

Also, I don't think they would be counting down for a game release in a week.  It more likely would be an announcement that they plan to release the game state side in a week.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by OneWingedSin on 02/19/08 at 16:01:51

Probably, but games are generally released on Tuesdays or is that movies... *shrugs* maybe both now. There's always those that break the 'rules' but there's a kind of standard nowadays, personally I used to work at Gamestop (not too long after they changed over) but I can't remember really releasing anything while I was there.

In any case, we'll know in a week what the timer's for.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 02/19/08 at 16:34:21


OneWingedSin wrote:
Probably, but games are generally released on Tuesdays or is that movies...


It's movies on Tuesday.

Yeah, this should be interesting to find out what it is, I hope it's nothing disappointing.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by OneWingedSin on 02/19/08 at 16:45:29

Like another countdown for FES or Persona 4? Though, I wouldn't be suprised if it were a countdown for Persona 4, and I REALLY would hate if it were just a game that the anime is going through right now.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 02/19/08 at 17:37:34


OneWingedSin wrote:
Like another countdown for FES or Persona 4? Though, I wouldn't be suprised if it were a countdown for Persona 4, and I REALLY would hate if it were just a game that the anime is going through right now.


I don't think it will be all that related to the anime or Persona 3.  Persona 1 only had mild connections to 2, and 3 had only hinted at connections with 1 & 2.  It's not like they are calling it Persona 3 part 2 or something (at least so far).  So I am going to imagine it's another game that may use much of the established battle system of 3 (but altering it a bit) with a whole new plot.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by OneWingedSin on 02/19/08 at 18:57:26

By your own reasoning though, the anime is only loosely affiliated with Persona 3 as it stands (even if it is '10 years later in a different town' and there's Apathy Syndrome). Persona 2 even had playable characters from P1, so I'd have to say that's just as big a tie in between the games. Besides, what better way to cash in on the advertisement of the anime?

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 02/23/08 at 23:45:37

Well Gamestop spoiled the waiting game fun:

FES is preorderable at Gamestop, with a ship date of 4/22 and a price of 29.99.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by OneWingedSin on 02/24/08 at 11:10:58

No news yet on the website though. And only 2 more days for the timer... geez, way to spoil the fun again gamestop!

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Shinogu on 02/24/08 at 15:28:26


OneWingedSin wrote:
No news yet on the website though. And only 2 more days for the timer... geez, way to spoil the fun again gamestop!


Two days? Isn't it done 6 in the morning tomorrow?

And this isn't really spoiling the fun, until someone manages a shot of the actual website with its authentic announcement or whatnot.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 02/24/08 at 18:07:49

If you take a look at the comments in the LJ you will see someone has taken a picture of the Gamestop pre-order screen in store.

http://community.livejournal.com/gekkoukanhigh/108652.html

I'd say that is pretty much proof.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Icymelon on 02/24/08 at 20:02:04

How does FES work, exactly? Could you play it stand alone, or do you have to have completed save data from P3?

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 02/24/08 at 22:50:03


Icymelon wrote:
How does FES work, exactly? Could you play it stand alone, or do you have to have completed save data from P3?


In Japan at least there are two versions, a stand alone, and one you have to use the save data from P3 (or the P3 disk, how that works I'm not to sure).

My guess is we will only get the stand alone, because they stand to chance to sell more copies of that.

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by EzraSolomon on 02/25/08 at 01:59:45

FEBRUARY 25, 2008 06.00.00 AM (http://www.atlus.com/time/)

>> That's... it? :-?

Title: Re: FES stateside?
Post by Brand on 02/25/08 at 09:16:21


EzraSolomon wrote:
FEBRUARY 25, 2008 06.00.00 AM (http://www.atlus.com/time/)

>> That's... it? :-?



It now takes you to the Persona 3 FES website.

I just got a newsletter in my email from Atlus.


Quote:
Ok, we give up.  The rumors were true.

Persona 3 FES is coming to North America!

Months of trying to keep FES a secret are now behind us (which means all of us here can reflect on just how futile an effort that was).

So what's the big deal about Persona 3 FES?  "FES" is short for "Festival," and in Japan, FES was released as a reward for gamers who picked up the original.  Not only does the new FES content enhance the original game, but the new FES component is actually a game in and of itself, accessible right from the get-go.  We think of it as two games on one disc.  It is the definitive Persona 3 experience.

We will be releasing the stand-alone version of FES.  There was of course the option of just releasing the "Append" disc (which would have required ownership of the original game), but in the end, we didn't want you to have to own anything else to enjoy the experience.

We'll have a ton more updates going out for FES soon, telling you about the extra features, content, and modes for you to enjoy.  Thanks for being patient.  We're glad you stuck around.

Oh, and we decided to set the suggested retail for FES at $29.99, just for the heck of it.  Thanks for continuing to support us, Atlus Faithful!


So yes we are getting it, it is the stand alone, it is only $29.99, and it comes out April 22.  

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Icymelon on 02/25/08 at 10:47:05

I'm a little confused. Does this version of FES include everything from the original Persona 3 release as well as the new content, or is this just the new content?

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Brand on 02/25/08 at 12:18:19


Icymelon wrote:
I'm a little confused. Does this version of FES include everything from the original Persona 3 release as well as the new content, or is this just the new content?



It it's a stand alone game so it includes everything.  So if someone missed out the game here is there chance to get to play it and only for $29.99

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Icymelon on 02/25/08 at 12:36:46


Brand wrote:
[quote author=Icymelon link=1200147891/30#31 date=1203954425]I'm a little confused. Does this version of FES include everything from the original Persona 3 release as well as the new content, or is this just the new content?



It it's a stand alone game so it includes everything.  So if someone missed out the game here is there chance to get to play it and only for $29.99[/quote]

I feel a little jipped :/

Just a little...

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Brand on 02/25/08 at 13:15:45

You still got a fancy art book and sound track with the original P3.  At least you don't live in Japan, they love to suck up your money this way.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Sir_Asura on 02/25/08 at 21:10:59

Okay, so after visiting the FES website I noticed in the Metis and Aigis videos that there seems to be an expanded soundtrack.  Can anyone confirm this as true?  Also, I am assuming my compendium of personae from the original P3 can't be transferred to FES, esp since this is not an appendage to the original.   That's a bit of a bummer, but we do get new final persona for some of the arcana right?

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Brand on 02/25/08 at 23:16:20


Sir_Asura wrote:
Okay, so after visiting the FES website I noticed in the Metis and Aigis videos that there seems to be an expanded soundtrack.  Can anyone confirm this as true?  Also, I am assuming my compendium of personae from the original P3 can't be transferred to FES, esp since this is not an appendage to the original.   That's a bit of a bummer, but we do get new final persona for some of the arcana right?



You know I'm not sure, even if it's not the Append disk it should still be able to read your memory card for the information it needs to give you the Personae from your compendium.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by SHODAN on 03/01/08 at 06:07:27

I actually sort of want to buy this version, so I can play it and go O_o... then give it to Tallgeese

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Alizarin on 03/03/08 at 23:48:19

Do not want. They pushed Baroque back for this.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Tallgeese on 03/04/08 at 00:47:36

What seriously? I WANT Baroque!

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Lucca on 03/04/08 at 01:52:11

Regarding transfering saved data from the original, here's what the staff member at the official Atlus forum had to say:

8. Can I continue my game of Persona 3 in Persona 3 FES?

Not really. The Journey section of P3 FES is meant to be played from the start so that you can experience all the new content. If you're in the middle of October in Persona 3, you cannot load that save into Persona 3 FES and pick up in the middle of October in The Journey; you must start a new game at level 1. However, you will be able to load some things from your Persona 3 save into FES. These are:

-Your Academics, Charm, and Courage rankings
-Your discovered Fusion Spells list
-Any key items you possess that unlock Persona fusions
-Your Persona compendium (However, the Personas in your compendium will be reset to their base level, stats, and skills)


Alizarin wrote:
Do not want. They pushed Baroque back for this.

There doesn't seem much logic to that. If anything, I would think an earlier release date for Baroque would have been more ideal (it wouldn't compete with one of their own titles). Atlus is notorious for pushing back their releases, I wouldn't be surprised if FES gets a delay at some point.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Brand on 03/04/08 at 01:59:45

Well, the saved data works for me as it will be a second play though for me.  If the stats carry over, then I never have to study!!! Bwahahahahaha!!!

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Shinogu on 03/04/08 at 05:02:49


Brand wrote:
Well, the saved data works for me as it will be a second play though for me.  If the stats carry over, then I never have to study!!! Bwahahahahaha!!!


I am now tempted into continuing my current save file.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Brand on 03/04/08 at 11:19:58

Oh trailer,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2vXvgkmOJw

Now I want to play and have everyone wear their bathing suit in battle.  Lulz.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Alizarin on 03/05/08 at 19:05:37


Alizarin wrote:
Do not want. They pushed Baroque back for this.

There doesn't seem much logic to that. If anything, I would think an earlier release date for Baroque would have been more ideal (it wouldn't compete with one of their own titles). Atlus is notorious for pushing back their releases, I wouldn't be surprised if FES gets a delay at some point.[/quote]

The logic is "Why work on this game, when we can get P3 out faster?" An earlier release date for baroque would not be likely considering the "DEAR LORD WHAT ARE WE DOING WORKING ON GETTING THIS GAME OUT FASTER WHEN THERE IS A SMT GAME TO RELEASE?!1" mentality I am sure ATLUS has. (After all, SMT is their cash cow.)

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Tallgeese on 03/05/08 at 20:20:00

I think it's more P3 they were doing it for.

I mean, Persona 3 is their best seller besides Disgaea, no?

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Alizarin on 03/05/08 at 20:21:18


Tallgeese wrote:
I think it's more P3 they were doing it for.

I mean, Persona 3 is their best seller besides Disgaea, no?


That's what I meant when I said SMT.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Isao Kronos on 03/06/08 at 02:27:55

This is my cash cow.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v296/PlatinumLucifer/grazing-cow-1b.jpg

I named her Motoko Kusanagi.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Alizarin on 03/06/08 at 03:24:30


Isao Kronos wrote:
This is my cash cow.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v296/PlatinumLucifer/grazing-cow-1b.jpg

I named her Motoko Kusanagi.


If my knowledge of cows is correct, that one has a surprising lack of shit all over it

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by SHODAN on 03/06/08 at 09:12:59

Actually if it's a relatively good farm, the cows will take baths and get their feet clipped on a regular basis to prevent disease

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Tallgeese on 03/06/08 at 10:54:46

HOW NOW BROWN COW?

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by OneWingedSin on 03/17/08 at 15:04:09


Tallgeese wrote:
I think it's more P3 they were doing it for.

I mean, Persona 3 is their best seller besides Disgaea, no?


Hmm, and here I thought the Trauma Center stuff sold unbelievably well...

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by neonecron on 03/30/08 at 04:48:04

I'm looking forward to this, especially since p3 came out here recently.

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by MutheSquirrel on 04/16/08 at 19:00:41

I'd prolly get it if it's released in the UK, but I've only seen it spec'd for the US so far... P3 might not be my fave in the series, but that doesn't mean I don't like it. =P

Title: Re: We are getting FES!
Post by Eikichi Girl on 05/03/08 at 18:22:48

So it should be out now, right? I'm thinking of picking it up next Saturday after I beat DQ8 for the umpteenth time. Is anyone liking it so far?

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