Site News August, 26, 2008

Disgaea®3 Absence of Justice hits retailers nationwide! August, 26, 2008 – Santa Ana, CA – NIS America announced today that Disgaea®3: Absence of Justice for the PlayStation®3 Computer Entertainment System has shipped to retailers nation wide. Disgaea 3 incorporates features that made the original a fan favorite, while living up to its “Do anything & try everything” philosophy by making radical improvements. One such change is the new netherworld campus setting which gives the game a demented new twist to the Disgaea world. About Disgaea®3 DisgaeaR3 is a sequel to DisgaeaR, a hardcore, turn�]based, strategy RPG popular on the PlayStationR2 and PlayStationR Portable. In DisgaeaR, character units have a limit to their movement and attack ranges, based on level and weapons equipped. There are other special game factors that let you take advantage of the 3D battle map many of which are unique to Disgaea®. One of the many new feature to Disgaea®3 is the addition of a Geo Block, which creates a 3 dimensional battle instead of the traditional 2D. Much of Disgaea®3 is yet to be unveiled, but rest assured, plenty is due to arrive in the coming months. Key Features Geo Block - A cube-shaped terrain-altering object. Players can use it to access and attack enemies where normally they cannot reach. Geo Panel - A group of stat-altering elemental properties that are placed upon certain parts of the battlefield. When there are one or more colored panels on the battle grid, it means an element can affect that area. The effect can boost or reduce your unit's stats. Item World - A special randomly-generated battle stage within each and every item you find. By defeating these special battle stages, you are able to strengthen your items.

Site News August, 04, 2008

Ar Tonelico 2 For The Playstation 2 Confirmed August, 04, 2008 – Santa Ana, Calif.NIS America, Inc. announces the sequel to the revolutionary sim RPG, Ar tonelico, a hit amongst many hardcore gamers who are quick to adopt a new genre of simulation role-playing game. Ar tonelico 2 will be released in North America for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. Developed and published in Japan by Banpresto Co., Ltd., Ar tonelico 2 marks a new approach to the RPG genre by seamlessly combining simulation with role-playing. Gamers can not only customize weapons and items, but now design their character's personalities, skills, and appearance through virtual interaction. Also past events will intersect with future game play as well as the outcome of the game. SETTING The region of Metafalss surrounds Infel Pira, the second Tower, which is said to represent the Goddess Frelia of the Trio A mysterious epidemic called Infel Pira Dependency (IPD) has been killing Reyvateils. Croix, a young knight from the Church of Pastalia, is sent to contain the epidemic. However, many more challenges await, which lead him to unraveling the mysteries of the planet Ar Ciel and seek the legend handed down by the people of Metafalss: the lost Song of Metafalica. KEY FEATURES -Cosmoshphere: Ar tonelico features a revolutionary system that combines character development with skill acquisition. By diving into the Reyvateil’s subconscious world, one gets to know the character of the team member better, while acquiring new spells. -Song Magic: When the fronline attacks an enemy, the song magic gauge increases. After a certain level, the Reyvateils are able to cast a powerful magic attack by singing. -Replakia: Song magic can be powered up by Replakia which are replicas of Reyvateils you have saved. The more Replakias you have, the stronger and more unique your song magic becomes. -Syncrinity: In this latest installment, song magic is cast by 2 Reyvateils. If their emotions are more closely synced, the stronger the magic becomes. -Emotion Gauge: During battle, how well you cheer your Reyvateil becomes the key to victory. Expected release date is December 2008 in time for the christmas holiday.

Site News May 08, 2008

Finally it's here, the long wait of our in-depth coverage on one of the biggest rpg games for the Playstation 2, Final Fantasy XII. Took us over a month to get everything set up for you fans but we finally done it so check out this month rpg game spotlight on Final Fantasy XII.

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Site News April, 22, 2008

Persona 3 FES Arrives In Stores April, 22, 2008 – Atlus U.S.A., Inc. today announced that Persona 3 FES for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, the highly anticipated definitive cut of 2007s RPG of the Year, is now shipping to retailers across North America. This is fantastic news for gamers as it means they will have something to play during the otherwise boring and uneventful week of April 29th. Persona 3 FES has released to stunning acclaim. EGM gives it their Gold Award, scoring the game three As and exclaiming, "FES arrival -- at a budget price -- is the best thing to happen to role-playing games this year." Play Magazine deals FES perfect marks, 10 out of 10, and says, "Persona 3 FES is one of the best RPGs the PS2 has ever received, and one of the consoles proudest moments period." IGN grants their coveted Editors Choice Award, writing, "The fact that youre getting both the original and its virtual sequel for thirty dollars is a steal that no PS2 RPG fan should be without, and youre not likely to see such an excellent collection on the system again." With two games on one disc -- a brand new chapter featuring 30+ hours of gameplay and an enhanced version of the original game loaded with new content and features -- Persona 3 FES is the comprehensive version of one of the most acclaimed RPGs of 2007.

Site News March, 31, 2008

Mana Khemia ~Alchemists of Al-Revis~ ™ in Stores March, 31, 2008 – Santa Ana, CA – NIS America announced today that Mana Khemia ~Alchemists of Al- Revis~ ™ for the PlayStation®2 Computer Entertainment System has shipped to retailers nationwide. To thank the Atelier series’ loyal fans, NIS America has created a special Limited Edition box set with unique collectibles that amplify Mana Khemia’s gaming experience. The special package includes the original soundtrack, a quick synthesis chart, and a full color poster nicely boxed in a premium cover. The 4th entry in the RPG series, Mana Khemia is different from the previous Atelier Iris games. Mana Khemia is a campus sim style RPG, where you can interact with classmates and professors to complete academic quests. You play as Vayne Aurelius, a novice alchemist who was invited to attend Al�]Revis Academy. At the academy, Vayne will meet human and not so human(?) alchemists, and together they will solve the mysteries of alchemy. Key Features Academic Quests – Players will take on quests that the professor assigns. If you fail your mission, you may have to stay after school. Also depending on who you work with for your assignments, the outcome of the story will change. Avatar Crafting – Personalize your characters by “crafting” skills and stats instead of just leveling up through combat. Crafting skills and stats allows the player to create unique characters like a warrior that excels in summoning magic or a magician that’s an expert at sniping. Item Crafting – A comprehensive item/weapon crafting system. Create anything from healing potions to swords through alchemy. Team Crafting – Craft items using your team’s recipes. Symbol Encounters – No more random encounters. Visually confirm and engage enemies. Burst Attack – Knock your enemy out and pound them with combo attacks like a fighting game.

Site News March 22, 2008

It's finally here, Rpg Dreamers in-depth look at NIS America Ar tonelico, Melody of Elemia. You've been asking for it so now we deliver. Although a bit late but as they say, "better late than never".

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Site News March, 06, 2008

Disgaea®3 Coming To North America March, 06, 2008 – Santa Ana, CA – NIS America announced today that Disgaea®3 is heading for the PlayStation®3 Computer Entertainment System this summer. Much loved by hardcore gamers around the world, Disgaea®3 makes a bold new step towards the next generation console with a whole new cast, story, and game system. About Disgaea®3 DisgaeaR3 is a sequel to DisgaeaR, a hardcore, turn-based, strategy RPG popular on the PlayStationR2 and PlayStationR Portable. In DisgaeaR, character units have a limit to their movement and attack ranges, based on level and weapons equipped. There are other special game factors that let you take advantage of the 3D battle map, many of which are unique to Disgaea®. One of the many new feature to Disgaea®3 is the addition of a Geo Block, which creates a 3 dimensional battle instead of the traditional 2D. Much of Disgaea®3 is yet to be unveiled, but rest assured, plenty is due to arrive in the coming months. Key Features Geo Block – A cube-shaped terrain-altering object. Players can use it to access and attack enemies where normally they cannot reach. Geo Panel – A group of stat-altering elemental properties that are placed upon certain parts of the battlefield. When there are one or more colored panels on the battle grid, it means an element can affect that area. The effect can boost or reduce your unit's stats. Item World – A special randomly-generated battle stage within each and every item you find. By defeating these special battle stages, you are able to strengthen your items.

Site News February, 29, 2008

Persona 3 FES® For North America February, 29, 2008 – Atlus U.S.A., Inc., the vanguard of role playing games, today announced Persona 3 FES for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the highly -anticipated definitive cut of 2007's RPG of the Year, Persona 3. With two games on one disc–a brand new chapter featuring 30+ hours of gameplay and an enhanced version of the original game loaded with new content and features Persona 3 FES is the comprehensive version of one of the most acclaimed RPGs of 2007. Persona 3 FES is a stand alone product and does not require the original Persona 3 to play. However, players with save files from the original game will be able to transfer some of their saved data, such as their Persona compendium, to be used in the enhanced main story. The new story is accessible from the start and does not require players to finish the original game beforehand. Persona 3 FES is scheduled for release on April 22, 2008. About Persona 3: FES Lead a group of high school students with a dangerous extracurricular activity: exploring the mysterious tower Tartarus and fighting the sinister Shadows during the Dark Hour, a frozen span of time imperceptible to all but a select few. However, the end of their quest is no longer the end of the story-witness for the first time the aftermath of the final battle and the students' struggle to find meaning in their new lives. Key Features: Acclaimed by critics and fans – Experience the definitive cut of 2007's award winning Persona 3, which garnered tons of critical acclaim and the adulation of a devoted fanbase. More than just an expansion – Persona 3 FES contains an enhanced version of the original game, loaded with new Personas and cutscenes, a weapon synthesis system, additional quests and events, a hard difficulty mode, and the ability to change your characters' clothes. 30 additional hours of gameplay – Take the role of Aigis in a brand new Persona 3 episode that plays as a full game with an original story, extra cutscenes and objectives, and seventeen new music tracks. Incredible value – The enhanced version of the acclaimed Persona 3 game and the brand new episode make for 120 plus hours of gameplay, packaged together at a suggested retail price of $29.99.

Site News February 15, 2008

Okay we'll back after the long holiday season. It was a long break and we were working on Rogue Galaxy game coverage for you people during that time. Don't blame us for the delay as it's not our fault this game was so long. Still we finally present to you our spotlight on Rogue Galaxy.

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Site News December, 29, 2007

December, 29, 2007 – In September, Sony Online Entertainment (SOE) introduced the first online card game, Legend of Norrath for fans of the EverQuest series. Legend of Norrath is playable within the EverQuest(EQ) and EverQuest II(EQII) live MMO games as well as a stand alone game for fans that don't have the EverQuest MMO games but wishes to experience this online card game. Players can challenge opponents on their game server, or across other EQ and EQII servers in both casual games and high-level tournaments from an in-game menu, or using a free SOE Station ID. In addition to player vs. player combat, Legends of Norrath is the complete online card gaming experience, featuring a sophisticated, re-playable AI system for single player campaigns, easy to use management tools and numerous Casual and Tournament game lobbies. Victory can be achieved by completing quests or reducing your opponent's health, enabling players to employ their own unique strategies for victory. The game also features a robust loot system; more than 30 loot items each for EQ and EQII will be available, including player mounts, potions, clothing and spells. Legends of Norrath Oathbound is the first release in the Legends of Norrath storyline. Oathbound, the first of three planned sets, features more than 375 digital cards and will be available in both 55-card digital starter decks and 15-card digital booster packs. In this first of three card sets, players become part of a clandestine, secret war between the forces of Order and Chaos. Once jailed on the Plane of Justice, a mysterious tribunal offers them a chance for freedom and redemption by helping fight against the forces of Chaos. In swearing allegiance to the side of Order, players become Oathbound, and fight this shadow war against the forces of Chaos to keep them from plunging Norrath into a bloody and eternal war. Features: EverQuest® and EverQuest®II Interactivity: Catered specifically for the EverQuest and EverQuest II gamer, Legends of Norrath has been specially designed to work both with and within your existing EQ and EQII games. Launch LON from either game or individually via the stand alone client. Earn EQ and EQII In-Game Special Rewards: Earn special loot cards from Legends of Norrath including mounts, potions, baubles, cloaks and more! Redeem these cards for your in-game loot items and deck out your EQ and EQII character. Single-Player Campaigns or PVP: Test your skills against a sophisticated, re-playable AI system and earn special reward cards by completing campaigns or challenge players all over the world in online game lobbies where you can play both casual games and high-level tournaments. Sophisticated Online Play: Featuring tools perfected through five previous collectable trading games, utilize the Deck Builder, Collection Manager, Trade Lobby, Tournament Lobby and numerous Casual Games Lobbies where you can find opponents any time of the day or night. Multiple Ways to Win: Win by completing a series of four quests or reduce the health of your opponent's avatar to zero. Be the best ultimate strategic mastermind as you choose your path towards victory. Original Fantasy Artwork: Featuring original interpretations by experienced fantasy artists, players of EverQuest and EverQuest II will find themselves reacquainted with legendary EverQuest and EverQuest II characters, creatures, locations, and items. In addition, witness new avatars and minions introduced for the very first time. Just three months after the highly successful launch of the online trading card game Legends of Norrath Oathbound, Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) announces Legends of Norrath Forsworn, the first expansion for the online card game. Launched on December 19, 2007, Forsworn includes over 230 new cards and 22 new loot cards for each EQ and EQII, providing dozens of new strategies to unleash upon your opponents. This fun, competitive, strategic addition to LoN brings new depth of game play, features, spells, units, legends, races, and loot to the game. New Features Includes: 2v2 Multi-player: Team up with a friend and take on other teams in this new multi-player format. Multi-player Raid Encounters: Raid encounters are special cooperative scenarios where multiple players can attempt to take down powerful AI decks. New Single-Player Scenarios: Ten new single-player scenarios continue the story of your Oathbound hero revealing more of the plans of the nefarious forces that oppose the Oathbound. New Avatar Races: Forsworn introduces two new races to add to players avatar options, the Iksar and the High Elf. New Keywords: Forsworn adds new types of keyword unit abilities around which to form deck strategies. New Loot: Forsworn features 22 new loot items each for EverQuest® and EverQuest®II. Legends of Norrath Tournaments: In additions to the features from both Oathbound and Forsworn, SOE also introduced Legends of Norrath Tournament Structures for players of every interest where players can seek limited promotional LoN Cards, in-game items (Loot) for your EverQuest or EverQuest II characters, or cold, hard cash. On Demand Tournaments: Start your own tournament or enter other player-initiated tournaments 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. These 8-player events feature a variety of play formats including Constructed Deck and Booster Draft formats. Loot Tournaments: These monthly tournaments pit your skills against others as you compete for promotional cards, sealed packs and loot to be used in EverQuest and EverQuest II. Just for entering you will receive a special loot and promo card that you can only get through these events. Legends of Norrath Championship Events*: To truly test your strategic skills you can throw down in the Legends of Norrath Championship Qualifier tournaments. Also run monthly, each of these events will be free to enter and will feature a pool of cash prizes. Win first prize and receive an invite to the LoN Championships to compete for more cash and prizes. For more information on Legends of Norrath, visit the website at http://www.legendsofnorrath.com.

Site News December 15, 2007

Rpg Dreamers takes a look at the latest NIS America Playstation 2 rpg called Soul Nomad. This is a strategy rpg game that's a bit different from the usual rpg games out there. Check out our latest review on the game to see if this is the kind of rpg game for you.

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Site News November 24, 2007

Rpg Dreamers revisits Filgaia once more with the lastest Wild Arms 5 game. Find why this game is one of the best games for 2007 by checking out our complete Wild Arms 5 section.

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Site News October 23, 2007

At long last we finalize our entire .hack//G.U. coverage with the last volume of the series Redemption. Check out our latest in-depth coverage on .hack//G.U. Redemption and see why we think .hack//G.U. is one of the best rpg series for the Playstation 2.

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