So I got Lost Odyssey today...

...and I'm completely excited. Heard a lot of great things about the game and I can't wait to try it out. I ordered a copy of the game on Amazon.com, thinking that it would be brand-new and sealed. It turns out that I was right. There's one problem though. The copy that I got in the mail was not NTSC, but PAL instead and if I remember correctly, PAL games are only compatible with PAL TVs and systems. I heard about the XBox 360 having region lockout, but I am not entirely 100-percent sure on this. I already contacted the seller that I got the game and brought up the issue with them, but I thought to ask on here anyway; is it possible for me to play this copy of the game on my system or should I have returned immediately and see if I can get an NTSC copy instead

I already contacted the seller about the problem and I'm afraid of trying it out, so I've left is sealed and I'm waiting to hear back from them, seeing what they can do. Because I'm not happy about this. When I ordered this, the page said NOTHING about the game being a PAL version, so I was left with the impression that I would be given a NTSC copy. I hope they can fix this...otherwise, I'm going to be pissed!

Some games are region free, it's up to the developers. Actually the NTSC version of Lost Odyssey is listed as region free here:

http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-00-3-xbox360_compatibility_guide-49-en-84-o.html

I don't know about the PAL version. I searched Google I found a few people saying PAL version is also region free, but don't take my word. If you don't want to open the game then don't, check the product details on the website and see if it mentions anything.

PAL version is probably region free:

http://neogaf.net/forum/showthread.php?t=349494

For region locked games then obviously you need to have the correct console/software region.

BTW, Lost Odyssey is a great game. I enjoyed it very much, but then I accidentally deleted my saves (got to disc 3!) :(

It gets pretty hard near the end of disc 4. I need to finish it one day. Have fun...once you get a copy that can run on your X Box 360.

Oh, so the region lock is up to the devs then? I thought it was universal, like on the PS3.

Good luck, Mete. I hope you can get an exchange.

Oh, so the region lock is up to the devs then? I thought it was universal, like on the PS3.

Good luck, Mete. I hope you can get an exchange.

King9999

I hope that I can get an exchange, because this really ruined my day. My copy of Darksiders was NTSC, so that's good, but not Lost Odyssey. Man I'm not happy!!

I hope that I can get an exchange, because this really ruined my day. My copy of Darksiders was NTSC, so that's good, but not Lost Odyssey. Man I'm not happy!!

Metamania

[QUOTE="Metamania"]

I hope that I can get an exchange, because this really ruined my day. My copy of Darksiders was NTSC, so that's good, but not Lost Odyssey. Man I'm not happy!!

SaltyMeatballs

I did read your post, but again, my 360 cannot play PAL games. It can only play NTSC games instead, so I would prefer an NTSC copy at this point.

PS: Even if people do say that it works, I can't trust that at all. One guy even said, in that NEOGaf thread, that even Wikipedia says so, but Wikipedia is a site that, while it may look up to date, can't be trusted either.

[QUOTE="SaltyMeatballs"][QUOTE="Metamania"]

I hope that I can get an exchange, because this really ruined my day. My copy of Darksiders was NTSC, so that's good, but not Lost Odyssey. Man I'm not happy!!

Metamania

I did read your post, but again, my 360 cannot play PAL games. It can only play NTSC games instead, so I would prefer an NTSC copy at this point.

PS: Even if people do say that it works, I can't trust that at all. One guy even said, in that NEOGaf thread, that even Wikipedia says so, but Wikipedia is a site that, while it may look up to date, can't be trusted either.

At this point, I don't want to open it, in fear of not getting my full refund back if I did. I'm not going to take my chances until I do receive an NTSC game. And yeah, since you have a PAL system, I'm sure it would work on your system and that's great! But it just sucks that I can't open it at all...heard so many good things about it! Damn...

[QUOTE="SaltyMeatballs"][QUOTE="Metamania"]

I hope that I can get an exchange, because this really ruined my day. My copy of Darksiders was NTSC, so that's good, but not Lost Odyssey. Man I'm not happy!!

Metamania

I did read your post, but again, my 360 cannot play PAL games. It can only play NTSC games instead, so I would prefer an NTSC copy at this point.

PS: Even if people do say that it works, I can't trust that at all. One guy even said, in that NEOGaf thread, that even Wikipedia says so, but Wikipedia is a site that, while it may look up to date, can't be trusted either.

[QUOTE="Metamania"]

[QUOTE="SaltyMeatballs"] Did you read my post? Or do you just want the NTSC version?x-2tha-z

I did read your post, but again, my 360 cannot play PAL games. It can only play NTSC games instead, so I would prefer an NTSC copy at this point.

PS: Even if people do say that it works, I can't trust that at all. One guy even said, in that NEOGaf thread, that even Wikipedia says so, but Wikipedia is a site that, while it may look up to date, can't be trusted either.

Did you read my question in my original posting? I wanted an answer if a PAL game would work on an NTSC system, because I was told that the XBox 360, just like the PS3, was region free, but I wasn't 100% sure on that.

In your opinion, maybe it wasn't that great. The game has gotten mixed reviews from people, but I won't know if it's good or not until I give it a full shot and believe me, I intend to! :)

[QUOTE="x-2tha-z"][QUOTE="Metamania"]

I did read your post, but again, my 360 cannot play PAL games. It can only play NTSC games instead, so I would prefer an NTSC copy at this point.

PS: Even if people do say that it works, I can't trust that at all. One guy even said, in that NEOGaf thread, that even Wikipedia says so, but Wikipedia is a site that, while it may look up to date, can't be trusted either.

Metamania

Did you read my question in my original posting? I wanted an answer if a PAL game would work on an NTSC system, because I was told that the XBox 360, just like the PS3, was region free, but I wasn't 100% sure on that.

In your opinion, maybe it wasn't that great. The game has gotten mixed reviews from people, but I won't know if it's good or not until I give it a full shot and believe me, I intend to! :)

I've bought games released in the NTSC regions and played them on my PAL system, because they've been region free. All versions of Lost Odyssey are region free. But if you don't take my word, loads of other peoples words or trust wikipedia, then it's just best that you return the game.

[QUOTE="x-2tha-z"][QUOTE="Metamania"]

I did read your post, but again, my 360 cannot play PAL games. It can only play NTSC games instead, so I would prefer an NTSC copy at this point.

PS: Even if people do say that it works, I can't trust that at all. One guy even said, in that NEOGaf thread, that even Wikipedia says so, but Wikipedia is a site that, while it may look up to date, can't be trusted either.

Metamania

Did you read my question in my original posting? I wanted an answer if a PAL game would work on an NTSC system, because I was told that the XBox 360, just like the PS3, was region free, but I wasn't 100% sure on that.

In your opinion, maybe it wasn't that great. The game has gotten mixed reviews from people, but I won't know if it's good or not until I give it a full shot and believe me, I intend to! :)

PS3's and 360's are region locked. It's the games that decide if a game from one region can be played in another.x-2tha-z

In any case, I got word back from Amazon that I can't exchange the game for the right one, since the seller's inventory is constantly changing, but I am getting a full refund back and that it should show up in my bank account in two-three days time. F***!

In any case, I got word back from Amazon that I can't exchange the game for the right one, since the seller's inventory is constantly changing, but I am getting a full refund back and that it should show up in my bank account in two-three days time. F***!

Metamania

[QUOTE="Metamania"]

In any case, I got word back from Amazon that I can't exchange the game for the right one, since the seller's inventory is constantly changing, but I am getting a full refund back and that it should show up in my bank account in two-three days time. F***!

DJ_Lae

Still not taking a chance on it. I'm going to be returning it, just in case.

How much did you pay for it anyway? (if you don't mind me asking)

How much did you pay for it anyway? (if you don't mind me asking)

Black_Knight_00

I originally got it here.

That stinks. Its a good game with some flaws, but I enjoyed it.

[QUOTE="DJ_Lae"][QUOTE="Metamania"]

In any case, I got word back from Amazon that I can't exchange the game for the right one, since the seller's inventory is constantly changing, but I am getting a full refund back and that it should show up in my bank account in two-three days time. F***!

Metamania

Still not taking a chance on it. I'm going to be returning it, just in case.

[QUOTE="Black_Knight_00"]

How much did you pay for it anyway? (if you don't mind me asking)

Metamania

I originally got it here.

I could have tried it out, but decided against it. I already have it back in its return package with the right papers needed on it so that I can send it back through UPS. I'm going to try another store and hopefully, I can get it.

And yeah, Black, it's a bummer. Was really excited to try out this game, but I ended up getting it as a version that can't be played. In the meantime, I scored Bayonetta and Darksiders, so I'll be playing those until Lost Odyssey comes back. :)

[QUOTE="DJ_Lae"][QUOTE="Metamania"]

In any case, I got word back from Amazon that I can't exchange the game for the right one, since the seller's inventory is constantly changing, but I am getting a full refund back and that it should show up in my bank account in two-three days time. F***!

Metamania

Still not taking a chance on it. I'm going to be returning it, just in case.

[QUOTE="x-2tha-z"]PS3's and 360's are region locked. It's the games that decide if a game from one region can be played in another.Black_Knight_00

Well, since I got my refund back, I ordered it from another store, this time from a store that is located in the US, so I should be getting the right copy this time. It won't be awhile until I find out if it's the right one or not, but hopefully, I made the right choice this time.

In any case, I got word back from Amazon that I can't exchange the game for the right one, since the seller's inventory is constantly changing, but I am getting a full refund back and that it should show up in my bank account in two-three days time. F***!

Metamania

[QUOTE="Metamania"]

In any case, I got word back from Amazon that I can't exchange the game for the right one, since the seller's inventory is constantly changing, but I am getting a full refund back and that it should show up in my bank account in two-three days time. F***!

KeredsBlaze

Since it's being made by Mistwalker, the company that's headed by the father of the Final Fantasy series, I'm sure it will be an excellent game. Again, I've heard that LO would have been a fantastic entry in the Final Fantasy series, so I'm stoked. Let's just hope I get the right copy this time. :lol:

I had great fun with Lost Odyssey but it did feel a bit too archaic at times. A bit...stodgy.

I still haven't beat the game (I'm at the very end and got sidetracked with the achievements in the ruins), but LO reminds me exactly why I loved JRPGs to begin with (and in some ways, hated as well, but those elements are minor compared to what it gets right). The writing is also superb when it comes to the dream sequences. I also liked the characters quite a bit -- Kaim is compelling and interesting, albeit pretty cliched.

I just didn't have much bad to say about the game based on the forty or so hours I pumped into it, and coming from me, that's saying something. One of the bright spots of the generation for me, assuming it doesn't fall apart in the last few hours or so.

I still haven't beat the game (I'm at the very end and got sidetracked with the achievements in the ruins), but LO reminds me exactly why I loved JRPGs to begin with (and in some ways, hated as well, but those elements are minor compared to what it gets right). The writing is also superb when it comes to the dream sequences. I also liked the characters quite a bit -- Kaim is compelling and interesting, albeit pretty cliched.

I just didn't have much bad to say about the game based on the forty or so hours I pumped into it, and coming from me, that's saying something. One of the bright spots of the generation for me, assuming it doesn't fall apart in the last few hours or so.

Shame-usBlackley

I still haven't beat the game (I'm at the very end and got sidetracked with the achievements in the ruins), but LO reminds me exactly why I loved JRPGs to begin with (and in some ways, hated as well, but those elements are minor compared to what it gets right). The writing is also superb when it comes to the dream sequences. I also liked the characters quite a bit -- Kaim is compelling and interesting, albeit pretty cliched.

I just didn't have much bad to say about the game based on the forty or so hours I pumped into it, and coming from me, that's saying something. One of the bright spots of the generation for me, assuming it doesn't fall apart in the last few hours or so.

Shame-usBlackley

[QUOTE="Shame-usBlackley"]

I still haven't beat the game (I'm at the very end and got sidetracked with the achievements in the ruins), but LO reminds me exactly why I loved JRPGs to begin with (and in some ways, hated as well, but those elements are minor compared to what it gets right). The writing is also superb when it comes to the dream sequences. I also liked the characters quite a bit -- Kaim is compelling and interesting, albeit pretty cliched.

I just didn't have much bad to say about the game based on the forty or so hours I pumped into it, and coming from me, that's saying something. One of the bright spots of the generation for me, assuming it doesn't fall apart in the last few hours or so.

Black_Knight_00

Not sure what you guys are referring to, but I won't let that stop me from playing and eventually completing LO when I finally get my copy...I'm hoping my second copy comes in sometime next week (my first copy was returned)!

I loved it. However, if you dont cry at all the sad memories, then you arent a real man. =PAllicrombie

[QUOTE="Allicrombie"]I loved it. However, if you dont cry at all the sad memories, then you arent a real man. =Pnchan

[QUOTE="nchan"][QUOTE="Allicrombie"]I loved it. However, if you dont cry at all the sad memories, then you arent a real man. =PElann2008

Just so that I understand, are there any multiple endings in LO or just one?