If you've been wondering what
Disgaea 3 will look like on your HDTV, we've got a
gazillion new screenshots to frisbee throw at you. Yep. The sprites are still the low-res generally-recycled stuff from the last generation of consoles, but they do look like they've been softened up a hair. The level design is still quite basic, but totally smooth. NIS isn't taking home any trophies for graphics, but it's always been their gameplay that grabbed us. This will probably succeed in that, so the fact that we privileged PS3 owners get first dibs is icing on the cake.
We've also
received word that a release date for the addictive strategy RPG has been set -- January 31, 2008 is the date for Japan, so if you're an import-savvy fellow, there's probably not much you'd miss besides the humorous dialogue. If you've played the previous games, you'd be able to figure this out. Just a few more throwing options and monster fusions. Oh, and be sure not to choke on any pretzels and die. The Netherworld would miss you.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Ithilis @ Oct 26th 2007 11:23PM
Now THIS is why I bought a PS3..
Metoo @ Oct 26th 2007 11:27PM
I guess as long as there is a niche for these GBA-power games on a mammoth console like PS3, Nippon will still make them.
tristan88 @ Oct 26th 2007 11:39PM
hasnt anybody seen the demo for this on the japanese store. i downloaded it but have no clue how to play and its in japanese.
ruibing @ Oct 26th 2007 11:55PM
Any word on a U.S. release date?
drizzlelicious @ Oct 27th 2007 12:06AM
Last generation? You mean 2 - 3 generations ago?
Starpaws @ Oct 27th 2007 7:57AM
Despite the graphics it is a great series. I must admit they could have made something exceptionally beautiful with the machines resolution. I still want some 2D RPGs to make it to the PSN.
Dylan @ Oct 27th 2007 8:44AM
Why do people always whine about NIS graphics? What, are they supposed to jump to 3d cel-shaded characters? That would be cool, but wouldn't add much value. Thing is, their games actually give $60 worth of playtime, and are funny and addictive. I know at least the Japanese will like it. They always seem to care about the fun more than the graphics or tech. Although, I wonder how much cool stuff NIS can fit on Blu-ray?
Popfrogs @ Oct 27th 2007 10:07AM
In this case, we can whine about graphics, because other sprite-based games have gotten a next-gen makeover (Street Fighter, etc.). They're just giving us a PS2 game. Shame on you, NIS.
Kxpuc @ Oct 27th 2007 11:09AM
is this the game there's a demo of on JP PSN?
EngineerLackey @ Oct 30th 2007 7:59PM
As much as I love Nippon Ichi, I don't see any good reason to make this a PS3 game rather than a PS2 one. PS2 is still produced, games are still being made for it, and it has a huge installed base. It's not a situation like the original Xbox where it was basically condemned as soon as the 360 launch was announced...