Valkyria Chronicles gets more PRAISE

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#1 yokofox33
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So IGN listed its Top 5 Best and Worst strategy games for the PS3, and not surprisingly, Valkyria Chronicles made the cut for in Top 5 Best. If people are still reluctant about the game, here's even more proof that it is well worth your time.

You can read the full article here.

Unfortunately, they did not have many kind words for Disgaea 3.

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#2 GANGSTASAN
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So IGN listed its Top 5 Best and Worst strategy games for the PS3, and not surprisingly, Valkyria Chronicles made the cut for in Top 5 Best. If people are still reluctant about the game, here's even more proof that it is well worth your time.

You can read the full article here.

Unfortunately, they did not have many kind words for Disgaea 3.

yokofox33
Umm, well I know this is sorta quite off topic, but I'm thinking about getting it.... However, after looking through some vids on Youtube it doesnt look that neat. I'll try the demo later, but in all, is it a difficult game to get into or what? Btw, I just got my PS3 a week ago, and I need an RPG...
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#3 yokofox33
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The demo is good for getting a basic jist of the gameplay. It's not a great determinant of the whole game though. It's really not a complicated game to get into. It might be a little weird at first, but I'm sure most RPGs and Strategy games take a little time to get used to.

I actually just watched the IGN review video, and I thought that was well done. Perhaps check that out as it gives a good rundown of the game. If you like RPGs and Strategy games there is a very good chance you'll like VC. It's gotten good reviews just about everywhere, so that has to tell you something.

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#5 nero_rules
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What I found odd about that article was that they say:

"In fact, it wasn't even on our list originally, but because somebody loves the game too damn much (see: Sam), he decided he'd just whip up a descriptor in the off chance that it got added to the list."

:shock:

...what? They were thinking of making a "best strategy games on PS3" list WITHOUT including Valkyria Chronicles? That's just baffling.

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#6 yokofox33
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^ Well, it did get overlooked initially at least in sales numbers. Doesn't shock me they were going to pass it over again.

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#7 nero_rules
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^ Well, it did get overlooked initially at least in sales numbers. Doesn't shock me they were going to pass it over again.

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Even though it didn't sell well, it was critically acclaimed (including by IGN) - probably more so than any other PS3 strategy game. Seems like leaving it out would be a bizarre oversight.
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#8 yokofox33
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[QUOTE="yokofox33"]

^ Well, it did get overlooked initially at least in sales numbers. Doesn't shock me they were going to pass it over again.

nero_rules

Even though it didn't sell well, it was critically acclaimed (including by IGN) - probably more so than any other PS3 strategy game. Seems like leaving it out would be a bizarre oversight.

Yeah, you do make a point. I don't really see how it could have missed the list.

Whatever though. It's on the list, and that's all that matters.

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#9 paperdollparade
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"Valkyria Chronicles isn't just one of the best strategy games on the PS3, it's one of the best games on the system period, and if you don't own a copy yet, you're part of the problem."

-ign

ahhh best quote! :P

overall a good list but I would take out C&C from the good list and put Disgaea in its place. you could put any RTS game on the bad list as far as I'm concerned, its just one of those things they havent done well on a console yet.

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#10 Cactus_Matt
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I've bought it but still haven't played it.

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#11 McMJ3
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Hey, that's great:) VC deserves all the praise it gets and then some. When I saw the title, though, I thought more DLC was being announced:(
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#12 Rhen_Var
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This is nice in all but I was hoping for a reprint :cry: And all they said about Disgaea 3 was the graphics. Seriously, have they ever seen the effects? They're pretty top notch. Disgaea has a tradition to keep dammit. They deserve the pitch forks!
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#13 yokofox33
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Ok, so I changed the title so people's hopes won't get crushed anymore :lol:

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#14 Ronin893
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I loved the demo but I can't even find a copy of the game any where.

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#15 Young_Charter
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The game was pretty good..I bought it and i didnt get too far (Ch.4...not trying to burn it up ya kno ?) but the battle system is very fun....and on top of that it woulda been gud if it had a online battle Versus system and trophies
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#16 Young_Charter
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I loved the demo but I can't even find a copy of the game any where.

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Order the game online...or on the ebgames website..very easy if you believe in online
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#17 Rhen_Var
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Ok, so I changed the title so people's hopes won't get crushed anymore :lol:

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Well, I have your sig to compensate... Chie
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#18 benleslie5  Moderator
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I've just started playing Valkyria Chronicles just last week, I'm really enjoying the game specially the graphics.

It's a shame that Disgaea 3 was on the tear list because I enjoyed the humor in the game.

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[QUOTE="Rhen_Var"] And all they said about Disgaea 3 was the graphics. Seriously, have they ever seen the effects? They're pretty top notch. Disgaea has a tradition to keep dammit. They deserve the pitch forks!

The effects hardly push the system even slightly. Graphics are far from everything in a game but Disgaea 3 just looks lazy to me.
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#20 GANGSTASAN
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The demo is good for getting a basic jist of the gameplay. It's not a great determinant of the whole game though. It's really not a complicated game to get into. It might be a little weird at first, but I'm sure most RPGs and Strategy games take a little time to get used to.

I actually just watched the IGN review video, and I thought that was well done. Perhaps check that out as it gives a good rundown of the game. If you like RPGs and Strategy games there is a very good chance you'll like VC. It's gotten good reviews just about everywhere, so that has to tell you something.

yokofox33
Thanks man. I'll check it out for sure :)
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#21 Rakuho
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i don't particularly enjoy them revisiting Dis3's graphics issue... i mean, i understand their reasoning and all, but it's still too good of a game to be overshadowed by its PS2-like visuals... oh and nice to see VC get some praise...
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:o

Good stuff, good stuff...

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#23 thetruespin
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I played the demo and didn't like it. But i guess it's something you "get into". I also thought the graphics sucked, despite all the praise they got.
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#24 funsohng
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i saw this yesterday and i was so proud
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#25 -Oath
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Cool I guess. Still not too interested in it too much, seems rediculously overrated.

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#26 hazelnutman
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Cool I guess. Still not too interested in it too much, seems rediculously overrated.

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I don't get it :|

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#27 ASRCSR
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The oly reason i dont buy the game is becasue i do not like cartoony style graphics and sound also i do not like turn based games.

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#28 Rippou
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Good, because this game is truly deserving.
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#29 Zidaneski
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VC is the best game I have played since Jak II. It need MORE PRAISE! Oh and seeing Disgaea 3 get bagged on again because of graphics is lame. A game with over a 1000 hours of replayability gets overlooked because its half 2D? Sad.

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#30 HeroKen-ii
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I have been thinking of getting the game.

maybe it's i good time to get it cause theres no other games coming out yet.

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#31 -Oath
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[QUOTE="-Oath"]

Cool I guess. Still not too interested in it too much, seems rediculously overrated.

hazelnutman

I don't get it :|

Ive played it before.

Good game.

I have yet to really dive into it and play through though.

Its praised as one of the best games this gen.

Get it now?

IMO it seems overrated.

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#32 Young_Charter
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VC is the best game I have played since Jak II. It need MORE PRAISE! Oh and seeing Disgaea 3 get bagged on again because of graphics is lame. A game with over a 1000 hours of replayability gets overlooked because its half 2D? Sad.

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#33 DarkSevens
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Well I played the demo and I found it quit good and I'm thinking about buying.
So I was wondering is there any online or split screen offline coop?

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#34 Pdiddy105
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Im not hating on the game or anything but given the amount and quality of the current SRPGs on the PS3 that really isn't saying much :?

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#35 MagicHat1
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Well I played the demo and I found it quit good and I'm thinking about buying.
So I was wondering is there any online or split screen offline coop?

DarkSevens

Nope, one player only

Awesome game, always glad to see it getting some praise.

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#36 RoOodriGowW
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It really deserves it , playing through it is a very unique experience.Thanks to it my psp will finally stop eating dust , if you know what I mean :P

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#37 ShimmerMan
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I was hunting around for a game in my local store a few weeks back and saw this. And have to say they lost a sell from me as soon as they made this game Cell Shaded + WW2 Esque. but I've never liked WW2 themed games anyway. I imported Demon's Souls instead.

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#38 smithster118
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Nice try. I'm still not getting it. :lol:

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What system out there has an abudance of SRPG's. The 360 has like 1 SRPG, I forget the name and it's where your guys can turn into wolves or something. It's not like they totally dissed Disgaea 3, they said that not everyone agrees with the reviewer about the score. PS3 has better SRPG's than 360 while the 360 has more quest RPG's than the PS3. The PS3 is getting a lot of the hit games that the 360 has like Tales of Vesperia, Eternal Sonata, Castle Crashers, and Braid. The PS3 also has the qustionable Cross Edge. Demon Souls and White Knight Chronicles are coming. There is strong evidence to suggest Persona 5 comiing to PS3 as well. PS3 hascool RPG's for what it does have and it has more on the way.

Blue Dragon and Lost Odyssey were just too old school for me. I hope Shadow Hearts is brought tothe next generation systems as well.

I can't find copies of VC eitheranywhere either. So I am going to have to rent itfrom gamefly and then buy it from them. I mightpay too much but if it is that rare,I have no choice.

A lot of people are being pretty picky complaining about cel shaded graphics with war themed things. That is what makes the game cool. If it was your standard Anime style RPG or gritty WW 2 game it would have been average and overlooked anyway.

All I have to say is don't complain about having no games when you skip out on cool games because of art styles.

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#40 finalfantasy94
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I really like the game. Hell I still own it. Im just really really bad at it. I dont have the smarts for these types of games.

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#41 TriangleHard
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despite the good praises Valkyria Chronicle gets, the game is clunky.

The way it tells the story is very clunky, the turn based strategy mixed with real time works well for the most part, but the waiting period while enemy is in middle of their action is way too long, which makes you think that someone haven't planned this design very well.

As for being top 5 strategy game on PS3.... how many good strategy games are on PS3? Civilization revolution, Disgaea 3, and Valkyria Chronicles... I mean there isn't much there to compete with.

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#42 bluem00se
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YES. People give this game a chance. If you have ever taken any interest in a Japanese RPG, a strategy RPG, or simply a great, emotional story and beautiful levels, think about picking up this game. It is my 2nd favorite PS3 game I have ever played (right below MGS4, of course).
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#43 Renzokucant
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[QUOTE="yokofox33"]

So IGN listed its Top 5 Best and Worst strategy games for the PS3, and not surprisingly, Valkyria Chronicles made the cut for in Top 5 Best. If people are still reluctant about the game, here's even more proof that it is well worth your time.

You can read the full article here.

Unfortunately, they did not have many kind words for Disgaea 3.

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Umm, well I know this is sorta quite off topic, but I'm thinking about getting it.... However, after looking through some vids on Youtube it doesnt look that neat. I'll try the demo later, but in all, is it a difficult game to get into or what? Btw, I just got my PS3 a week ago, and I need an RPG...

wait for Demon's Souls to come to USA or buy it from playasia the hong kong version is in english. that will cover you for about a year on rpg play lol
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#44 SpectralRave
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bought it a few weeks ago on sale for 17.99 at Target... maybe it was best buy. cant remember. fell in love with the game within the first hour of play. The game is gorgeous! It is fun to play as well if you like RTS/RPGs in general. I would recommend the game to anyone though.