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Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is the type of gaming experience that is bathed in visceral value and nostalgic cringing. The first relates to its bountiful, stylistic, and sheer gorgeous aesthetics that entrance the player. The second strikes at the heart of all players who grew up with Japanese RPGS like Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy. However, these can resonate only so deep for players new and old. To understand if Ni No Kuni will strive through time is a question of what is at the center of its brain and heart.
Curious how anatomy plays into this JRPG? Hit the break for the full review.
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In case you missed it, the demo for Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch hit PlayStation Network this week. And it’s already getting a wide variety of reviews.
It seems reviewers at sites like Warp Zoned are praising the game’s gorgeous graphics, which were created at Tokyo’s famous Studio Ghibli. However, critics are divided over just how charming the retro JRPG gameplay is.
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“Professor Layton vs. Ace Attorney’s” Trial Gameplay Video
Level 5 began streaming a 90-second gameplay video for the upcoming Professor Layton vs. Ace Attorney. The video for the Nintendo 3DS crossover title features Professor Layton and Phoenix Wright in the trial part of the game.
The game will also include animation by the studio BONES (Fullmetal Alchemist, Eureka Seven). While there’s no release date yet for the U.S., it will come out in Japan on November 29.
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During a Nintendo Direct Live Stream today, Level-5 announced some details about the latest upcoming title in the Professor Layton series, “Professor Layton And The Legacy of Super Civilization A.”
One occurring theme about the title that keeps popping up seems to be rooted in allegedly being the final game in the series.
More details and screenshots after the break.
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This “Ni no Kuni” Trailer Will Satisfy Anime & Game Lovers
Lost in yesterday’s early E3 trailer releases was this gem by developer Level-5. And it shouldn’t have been.
Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch centers around a boy named Oliver, who is on a quest to save his mother. Along the way he befriends allies who will ultimately lead him to an encounter with the White Witch.
A joint venture with publisher Namco Bandai and Studio Ghibli, the latter’s animated touch is on full display in this trailer. Joe Hisashi’s soundtrack also shines.
The English dubbing didn’t offend me, personally, but gamers will have the option to switch to the Japanese track should they prefer to.
Expect to experience this magical adventure on January 22, 2013.
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