Xbox Japan's most popular game, Idolmaster, moves to PSP
by Andrew Yoon 
{ Jul 23rd 2008 at 6:00PM }
The iDOLM@ATER SP looks to be based on the arcade original, with downsized PSP graphics. You play as a producer that must work with a variety of underaged pop idols. To ensure maximum profitability, Namco Bandai is releasing three versions of the game, each with three characters. (Wondering Star will actually feature four. Terrific value!) Considering the incredible desire of nerds to manage anime pop stars, we have a feeling this will do very well when it debuts in Japan.
[Thanks, Joe!]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Mr.ESC @ Jul 23rd 2008 6:41PM
"You play as a producer that must work with a variety of underaged pop idols".
Good night to everyone.
(No NSFW tag?)
Kylock @ Jul 23rd 2008 7:05PM
Contrary to popular belief, not every thing Japanese involving underage girls is sexual.
Mr.ESC @ Jul 24th 2008 12:25AM
NO WAII Get out of here.
Jacksons @ Jul 23rd 2008 8:22PM
Pop Star Tycoon or something? Weird.
raindogtoo23 @ Jul 24th 2008 10:36AM
Yea.
They haven't done pop star tycoon yet.
It comes with a gold leisure suit, bedazzled aviator sunglasses, and a big cigar.
cafecito @ Jul 23rd 2008 9:02PM
LOL. I wish I could play these games. Maybe then I'd get why the japanese love em so much.
Hotaru Tomoe @ Jul 23rd 2008 9:24PM
I just wish either this one or the 360 version would somehow luck its way to the US. I really should learn Japanese.
Fiefdom @ Jul 23rd 2008 11:58PM
Three versions, each focusing on one of the characters? Does that mean that none of the other characters are represented or are they spread out over the three games? If the PSP versions are watered down ports, then it's probably better to get one of the Xbox versions. T_T I guess we'll see (assuming someone else on this website cares, haha).
Also, 'The iDOLM@ATER SP' at the beginning of the second paragraph should be 'The iDOLM@STER SP'. ;)
Heh, I have trouble imaging this on the PSP: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4O2dQ5e3tdc
Jacksons @ Jul 24th 2008 1:04AM
...What does the player do?
Fiefdom @ Jul 24th 2008 8:38AM
Heh, I just read the sourced article and it explained my concern about the dispersal of characters; there's three per game.
Jacksons, the player plays through a series of minigames to make the idol not suck on stage. I think there's a tutorial demonstration video on Youtube or Gametrailers (or somewhere like that...) if you're interested.
Jacksons @ Jul 24th 2008 4:34PM
Ahh, I see. I'll head over to YouTube to slay my curiosity. As for making this possible on the PSP, Namco Bandai has quite a task at hand.
NukeAssault @ Jul 24th 2008 1:26AM
Damn three versions? They sure a milking it. But i know if i were i fan id HAVE to but them all... Really wish they made ones for the US. =|
Alien @ Jul 24th 2008 12:48PM
Fiefdom : it could very well be pre-rendered ...
Well I cant say that this was unexpected :?
gurbinder @ Jul 24th 2008 5:31PM
In your face microsoft!
merc25 @ Jul 24th 2008 5:50PM
At first glance, I read the thing as "Idol Molester."
blake steel @ Aug 23rd 2008 9:32PM
I would defidently get the one with Yukiho in it. I just can't ever iqnore her because she is so cute. *sigh* if only they would release the Idolm@ster to the U.S.