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[thecouncil]

My brother had already preordered the 3DS version a while ago. Now I cant preorder it.

Did they sell out of preorders?

Seems pretty dumb.

 

[Lusankya]

There really needs to be a guide or something with the key differences between both versions. Especially since both versions are already out in JPN.

There are no noteworthy differences.

 

[robotnik]

Amazon exclusive

Damn

 

[twentytwo22]

There really needs to be a guide or something with the key differences between both versions. Especially since both versions are already out in JPN.

Here's a pretty good screenshot comparison:

http://mori7812.blog54.fc2.com/blog-entry-3303.html

I'm trying to find the old sound comparison files, but some links are dead.

 

[Lusankya]

Here's a pretty good screenshot comparison:

http://mori7812.blog54.fc2.com/blog-entry-3303.html

I'm trying to find the old sound comparison files, but some links are dead.

Actually that's a pretty shitty comparison, because the pictures are not in their original resolution.

 

[twentytwo22]

Just played through both demos a bit (again), and the screenshot quality comparison is pretty accurate (even if the resolutions aren't original -- there's a reason for that). It doesn't look bad on the 3DS, but it looks much better on the Vita.

Sound is a bit "tinnier" on the 3DSLL than on the Vita.

It's hard to say there are "no noteworthy differences" when the difference in resolutions is 800x240 vs 960x544, but I guess someone searching for the differences would probably already realize that.

Other than that, as mentioned before, the 3DS has the use of a second screen to use as a notepad, while the Vita has trophies, if you are into that sort of thing.

 

[PumpkinPie]

I would've liked it if we could've gotten this in the UK. Still have the normal version pre-ordered though.

 

[GhostTrick]

Wasnt the sound more compressed on 3DS because it was a demo ?
Also, you have the choice: Better image or double screen comfort.

 

[MidnightScott]

Hm think I'll just keep my Newegg preorder. They've been having so many nice preorder sales and Amazon has been slacking on everything but digital.

This especially, I preordered so many games for $10 off

 

[twentytwo22]

Wasnt the sound more compressed on 3DS because it was a demo ?
Also, you have the choice: Better image or double screen comfort.

Ah, this could definitely be the case -- I haven't played the full version.

As far as double screen comfort, it is worth noting that all text appears on the top screen this time, unlike 999.

 

[Dynamite Ringo Matsuri]

My brother had already preordered the 3DS version a while ago. Now I cant preorder it.

Did they sell out of preorders?

Seems pretty dumb.

That would be pretty annoying if this were the case. Hopefully Amazon just needs to update the listing

 

[Pharros]

Wow no amazon.ca?

 

[Quixzlizx]

I wish Newegg got more preorder bonuses.

 

[ShockingAlberto]

Still can't pre-order the 3DS version.

Is this Aksys' goof or Amazon's?

 

[Volcynika]

Still can't pre-order the 3DS version.

Is this Aksys' goof or Amazon's?

I'm gonna blame Amazon. I preordered a 3DS version before, now it goes to a weird page with the Vita boxart with

Platform: Playstation Vita (Nintendo 3DS).

It's odd.

 

[R_thanatos]

I'm sure as hell not, it's the worst case scenario for anyone outside of the US. Amazon refuse to ship it internationally which leaves horribly overpriced eBay auctions as the only option.

i have a problem. i preordered and paid for the game in april ( APRIL ) ! and i want the watch ..and now i'm unsure if i'll get it ( or the game )for the same reasons

 

[ShockingAlberto]

I'm gonna blame Amazon. I preordered a 3DS version before, now it goes to a weird page with the Vita boxart with

Platform: Playstation Vita (Nintendo 3DS).

It's odd.

I was waiting to pre-order this game until a pre-order bonus was announced and, now that it is, I can't pre-order it.

Genuinely amazing.

 

[Belisarius]

What's up everybody.

Official pre-order announcement! 3DS page isn't up yet, but it's coming, don't worry.

 

[SolarKnight]

now available only on Amazon!

God fucking damn it.

 

[Dynamite Ringo Matsuri]

What's up everybody.

Official pre-order announcement! 3DS page isn't up yet, but it's coming, don't worry.

Thank god, I was worried that so many people had preordered the 3DS version that there weren't enough bracelets left over to accomodate others

 

[Mupod]

Unfortunately I can't make any comments on anything until we release the official PR >.<

So now that it's up can you tell us if Canadians are boned yet? I was seriously looking forward to that watch after missing the first one

 

[cjkeats]

Maybe OT, but the Amazon.ca page has a Ys screenshot in the description.

 

[JeTmAn81]

Yikes, 24 different endings? I hope it doesn't take too long to actually get to all of those, or maybe some of them aren't essential viewing like endings were in 999.

 

[Belisarius]

So now that it's up can you tell us if Canadians are boned yet? I was seriously looking forward to that watch after missing the first one

I am told it's amazon.com only.

 

[LiK]

what's up with the 3DS verison? Amazon so slow.

 

[Animekatt]

Although I have the $10 off promo from Newegg, this watch (bracelet) is swaying me to go Amazon... Does anyone know how the 3D in the 3DS version is?

 

[Crayons]

Can't wait to have that watch next to my 999 watch.

 

[Byronic Hero]

Need that 3DS page to get open.

 

[CenLX615]

The watch for 999 also didn't arrive for Canada last time right? So I guess we're probably going to get boned again =/

 

[Byronic Hero]

3DS Order page is up GOGOGO!

 

[Belisarius]

Hey everybody, just wanted to let you know the 3DS order page is now open! If you pre-ordered before the bonus was announced, you don't need to cancel and re-order: You're already in the pre-order queue.

 

[Dead Prince]

What's the material for the bracelet?

 

[Shinta]

I just pre-ordered for Vita about an hour ago. The watch pushed me over the edge!

 

[Akselziys]

If you guys have any questions, we'll be happy to answer to the best of our ability now

 

[Belisarius]

What's the material for the bracelet?

It's a plutonium/mercury alloy, I believe.

 

[Shahed]

If you guys have any questions, we'll be happy to answer to the best of our ability now

Any word on the pre-order situation for the EU?

 

[Akselziys]

Any word on the pre-order situation for the EU?

Unfortunately this is a US thing only.

You'd need to contact Rising Star Games for anything related to the European side of things

 

[Shinta]

If you guys have any questions, we'll be happy to answer to the best of our ability now

Do you have any general comments you can make for anyone comparing the 3DS and Vita versions? How do you think single screen, or dual screen impacts the game?

 

[ShockingAlberto]

And pre-ordered.

 

[Dynamite Ringo Matsuri]

Preordered. Now the wait begins...

 

[Akselziys]

Do you have any general comments you can make for anyone comparing the 3DS and Vita versions? How do you think single screen, or dual screen impacts the game?

I think it really depends what you're looking for

VITA has the OLED screen and can display things at much higher res. There is also the ability to screencap and have trophies.

3DS has 3D along with dual screen and stylus functionality.

I have my own bias on which I like better, but I'll just say you'll win no matter which you pick

 

[SolarKnight]

Unfortunately this is a US thing only.

So every other country in America is screwed too then? Will we even have a chance to get these watches that doesn't involve paying ridiculous ebay prices?

 

[JeTmAn81]

It occurs to me to wonder if the game will be available for purchase as a download on either platform. Both should be able to do it, and selling it that way could avoid some of the availability issues experienced with 999. I've got my hard copy preordered from Amazon anyway.

 

[Akselziys]

So every other country in America is screwed too then? Will we even have a chance to get these watches that doesn't involve paying ridiculous ebay prices?

There MAY be a chance to obtain the watch later in another fashion, but we can't make any promises at this time...

It occurs to me to wonder if the game will be available for purchase as a download on either platform. Both should be able to do it, and selling it that way could avoid some of the availability issues experienced with 999. I've got my hard copy preordered from Amazon anyway.

The VITA version will both have the retail and PSN releases on the same day.

The 3DS version, we're currently looking into the possibility of an e-Shop digital version, but it most likely won't be the day of the retail release.

 

[Shahed]

Unfortunately this is a US thing only.

You'd need to contact Rising Star Games for anything related to the European side of things

Ah I see. Thanks anyway. Looks like I've got someone else to pester

 

[Dead Prince]

It's a plutonium/mercury alloy, I believe.

That's awesome. This is the only thing I can wear without getting an allergic reaction. Thanks.

 

[Eusis]

It occurs to me to wonder if the game will be available for purchase as a download on either platform. Both should be able to do it, and selling it that way could avoid some of the availability issues experienced with 999. I've got my hard copy preordered from Amazon anyway.

I think Sony mandates it actually. Nintendo though, yeah, who knows.

 

[TheExodu5]

No Canada? I guess I could use a service like MyUS to ship it to me...

 

[Byronic Hero]

About the watch, I don't wear my original because the plastic tubes would slip out of the metal part, no matter how tight I tightened the screws. Is there going to be any issue of the watch "falling apart" due to regular use?

 

[Belisarius]

About the watch, I don't wear my original because the plastic tubes would slip out of the metal part, no matter how tight I tightened the screws. Is there going to be any issue of the watch "falling apart" due to regular use?

Shouldn't be. This watch is constructed differently, and should be a lot more, uh, wearable than the 999 one. i.e., it is not a solid block of steel.