We don't always have the opportunity to celebrate the localisation of a Japan-based and developed RPG to the West, so the news earlier this year that Bravely Default — from Square Enix — would step out of Japan was sure to please 3DS fans. It hits Europe on 6th December — along with a lovely collector's edition packed with goodies — while the North America release is loosely set for 2014 at the time of writing.
It's the updated Bravely Default: For the Sequel version that will be released, which features tweaks that the developers hope will improve the overall gameplay and balancing; the update isn't all roses, with some questionable (but avoidable) microtransaction special powers also on the way. Overall, however, the future arrival of a title that's attracted plenty of buzz in Japan is something to anticipate.
We'll soon find out whether it's been worth the wait, but Nintendo UK has posted a new trailer that sets the scene rather nicely. We get a glimpse of the story, battles and an earful of gorgeous music. Check it out and let us know whether it's boosted your interest in the title.
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I wish they make more RPGs for Wii U
Gotta hand it to SE. No matter the platform, they know how to utilize it to create the most gorgeous game possible.
Now I'm not as excited as I was about the game. I want to see more gameplay footage, and then I'll be able to decide on getting it or not. It'll all depend on how the battle system and the world exploration are set up.
EDIT: Plus I didn't like their english voice. If there's any option to switch to japanese voice with english subtitles, it'd be great.
@spoonm Yes it contains both ENG and JP voice.
God that VO was painful to the ears. I'd hope there would be a japanese option but somehow I don't think Nintendo will go that far for just this one game.
EDIT: Yes I know it mentions Square Enix as publisher but given how this game was present in ND I'm guessing Nintendo will copublish.
Cant wait for this game, although I have to wait until 2014 to get it.
Will the special edition come to Canada?
Nng. That special edition boxset...
Wow this the first time I have seen the a tailer for this game. I have to say it looks good I just might have to pick it up.
Looks great!
@Zyph Now I'm looking forward to it. Still need some more gameplay, though.
my most anticipated game after SMT and Pokemon.
@PrincessSugoi Pity they forgot how to do the basics properly. (Dragon Quest VIII was the last and it was a series that was left alone for the longest).
(When it comes to Square Enix content the only stuff I want is the stuff they think the Western market won't want).
it reminds me of final fantasy 4 heroes of light, what's a good thing!
and I didn't find the English voices so annoying...
Weird, that linked to article says that GAME are releasing the collector's edition, but I preordered it ShopTo where it said it was an exclusive?
As of right now, this is my most anticipated game on the 3DS. I wish we'd see a big JRPG resurgence in the near future; many of my favorite games of all time are JRPGs.
@unrandomsam Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of Starry Skies was actually AMAZING if you ask me. Might be my favorite DS title.
@ricklongo I liked IX but too much of it was too easy. Some parts of it are basically impossible for me to ever do. (If they released it today those bits would be doable by paying). Story wasn't that good. I liked V better than it by miles. (I paid 3 times as much for V as well and it was worth it).
Maybe I am just not into JRPG's anymore. Even Xenoblade I liked it but I enjoyed it less than Skies of Arcadia Legends.
I have not even played Pandora's Tower or The Last Story yet.
I have been waiting for Bravely default so eagerly .....Finally its here..
@unrandomsam
Get The Last Story, you won't regret it. its got one of the most unique battle system in any RPG I know.
@uximal Got both of them just not played either. (New but much cheaper than I would expect).
This looks great might have to pick this up!
Brilliant music in the trailer,will be looking out for this.
I pre-ordered this yesterday at GameStop they are showing it coming out on February 2nd. After watching the trailer, I can't wait! I'm hoping Mario Golf and Fantasy Life will be right behind it.
I still want to know more about this different battle system.
I hope it scratches my JRPG itch until 'X' comes out on WiiU.
@ricklongo I wish they do a release of Dragon Quest IX in 3d. They could even add DLC and maybe some online co-op and I would be happy as a clam
@Tsuzura your going to have a long wait if Nintendo continues to follow their Wii business model. The RPG's were few and far between on Wii and it looks the same on Wii-U. Such a shame for me its my favorite genre and just about all I play anymore. Funny 25 years ago I got into video gaming because of Madden and NHL Hockey on sega genesis, now I won't touch it
@Windy - I don't think I'd get a remake so soon. I'd kill for a new numbered, non-MMO entry in the franchise, though. Especially on the Wii U.
Definately looking forward to this game. May wait until Christmas though since I'll have Zelda to keep my thumbs busy before then.
Really excited for this.
@weedy I don't think it comes until next year anyway.
@MideonNViscera
I'm in the UK, which means it will be out a month from today!
Sorry for the US on this one, the same old ocean divide messing with release dates. Hopefully worldwide releases like Pokemon X&Y will become more common.
Patiently waiting for NA release date...
@Weedy Ah yes, the UK. I'd almost forgotten the sting of you guys getting better versions of Square games than us. Now it appears it's just earlier instead haha
How on earth do you translate the word 'Augurs' from Japanese?
THIS LOOKS AWESOME!!! I'll be sure be picking this up when it comes to US in 2014!
I'll be pre-ordering this in a heart beat.
$50 that someone in that party of four has amnesia...
Still gonna get it, but I'm betting that someone has the usual case of amnesia.
So much want for this game...
Thankfully tax refund is paid in early Dec
Ps. Where are the games like this for Wii U?! ?!
So awesome that the game will have both voices in the western countries. Definitely choosing the professional Japanese voiceovers.
Amazing music !
By the way, I'm going for the collector edition with the figure/art book/ost and so on...
Collector's edition preordered. How come Nintendo platforms miss out on so many big budget RPG's, yet still get some of the best in the end exclusively? Oh I can't wait for more on 'X'...
This is the game for me. 'nuff said.
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