The fact that the Switch is region-free is good news for JRPG fans, it would seem. We already know that the Japanese version of Disgaea 5 Complete is fully playable in English, and now the Amazon Japan page for Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star has confirmed an English language option for that game, too:
Supports multiple languages: In addition to Japanese, you can switch to English, Traditional Chinese, Hangul subtitles. The recorded voice is only in Japanese.
In this particular case, the fact that English subs are included doesn't make a great deal of difference as the game launches worldwide at roughly the same time (20th July in Japan, 21st July in Europe and 25th July in North America). However, if you prefer Japanese packaging then you can opt for the import version without worrying about missing out on the story.
Will you be importing this version or will you be getting the edition for your particular region? Let us know by posting a comment below.
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[source amazon.co.jp, via gonintendo.com]
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This game is a snoozefest. Extremely repetitive and shallow. The reviews speak for themselves.
Looks like a very modest game. Not going to waste money on this.
Only japan region game I'm importing is Seiken Densetsu Collection
I wonder if you need to do the profile trick to play game card games like you do eshop titles, of if it's just plug and play
@Menchi187 : Region free. Insert the card and play.
Also Yeah, usually I like this kinda game but not gonna import this. Plus, I'm way too busy with other stuff anyway.
I'll be getting what ever option is on the official u.k. store as i try not to import unless it's vital, i know you miss out that way but it is important to remember that if you don't buy games in your region nintendo will release less because they think you don't want it
@sillygostly Nice one, so much easier.
My visa card wont work on japans estore. Anyone know any solutions?
I know nothing about the Fate series, but I sure love me some Musou! This will tide me over until whenever FEW releases.
@Spoony I think you have to buy eshop cards from said region? Places like play-asia and the like sell all diffrrent region top up cards for psn, xbox, eshop, etc
Wait, is this a physical release? I thought it was eShop. Doesn't look amazing, but it fills in the retail shelves a bit if it's a physical game.
At least its not a ridiculous 3 month difference like Disgea has
@NEStalgia Its physical on PS4 and even Vita, so I assume so
"The fact that the Switch is region-free is good news for JRPG fans, it would seem."
> Then proceeds to immediately list 2 games that aren't JRPGs.
Hmm.Tempting but I don't usually import games that are released in my region. (except Yakuza. Sega took too long to localize...I abandoned the NA releases long ago)
@XerBlade Uhh... Disgaea is certainly a JRPG. A strategy JRPG at that.
Wouldn't import games for extra money that I can buy the same day
@Menchi187 Does it have English?
@jbopatrick SD collection? No, but SoM is my favourite game ever and I can play it without english easily. I can also play 2 of the 6 characters without english in SD3 and I can remember almost all of the other 4 stories.
Subtitles are cool. But menus and mission descriptions though?
I would wait for reviews. Besides I have never played a Disgea and wanted to try my hand at the Switch version. Anyone have experience with that game? I figure I give it my money over this one since many have said this is mediocre.
@garthvader Disgaea 5 is the best strategy RPG in the past few years. My only point of caution would be that people that like more serious or mature stories, like the older Fire Emblems or Final Fantasy Tactics, might not appreciate Disgaea's more light hearted and humorous approach. The main story is good, but also heavy on comedy, making fun of typical Japanese tropes and breaking the 4th wall. I love it, but that goofiness isn't for everyone.
I love Japanese niche games, that's why I own a vita, well what to say hmm, OK if you like Bayonetta or Hyrule Warriors then you will love this game, oh yeah the graphics are more than adequate. Support the Japanese niche games or you can kiss goodbye to many good Japanese games, with only a trickle coming from there. I have this on vita and no regrets buying it
@Menchi187 Okay, thanks, looking into that now
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