|OT| The Alliance Alive HD Remaster (FuRYu/NISA)

[prudis]

The latest issue of Weekly Famitsu reveals The Alliance Alive HD Remaster for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC. It will launch this fall in Japan.

The latest issue of Weekly Famitsu is now available and specifically mentions that the PC version will be distributed by NIS America in Japan, while the PlayStation 4 and Switch versions will be published by FuRyu. That being said, it is safe to expect the western announcement from NIS America on March 11.


The Alliance Alive first launched for 3DS in Japan in January 2017, followed by the west in March 2018. Its development team includes staff who worked on Romancing SaGa 2 and Suikoden.

One Thousand Years Ago, Daemons Invaded the World of Humans

They subjugated Humanity and created the Great Barrier to separate the realms. The world was thrown into upheaval, and the Dark Current was born. It carved a cross-shaped swath across the ocean, swallowing countless cities in its wake. Humanity was decimated. Hundreds of years later, Daemons rule atop a hierarchical society. However, the time for resistance has come. The world is about to change yet again…

Crafted by Legendary Talent

With writing by Yoshitaka Murayama, game design by Kyoji Koizumi, a vision realized by director Masataka Matsuura, and a stunning score delivered by acclaimed composer Masashi Hamauzu, players will experience the nostalgia delivered by these Japanese RPG greats. With gorgeous world exploration, an intertwining story involving nine memorable characters, and strategic, turn-based gameplay mechanics, players won’t want to miss this return to Japanese RPG excellence.

Built on a sprawling world replete with numerous secrets to discover, players will need to establish and unite guilds throughout the four realms while battling the Daemons. Use the “Ignition” system, a part of the turn-based combat that allows for deep customization and nuanced gameplay, to reach an enhanced state and deliver devastating Final Strikes. In The Alliance Alive, players will need to keep their wits about them and think strategically to win each fight!
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Old 3DS version trailer:

 

[Ascheroth]

I've heard really good things about this, looking forward to it.
NISA being involved dampens my enthusiasm though.

 

[Frecklestein]

Yesssss. I'm tired of hearing about what an underrated classic this game is. Hope it finds an audience and I can't wait to play it.

 

[lashman]

Yesssss. I'm tired of hearing about what an underrated classic this game is. Hope it finds an audience and I can't wait to play it.

hope the port isn't shit (and 8 months late)

but thankfully NISA seems to only be publishing this one ... i think?

 

[Ascheroth]

but thankfully NISA seems to only be publishing this one ... i think?

No idea, but hopefully that's the case.
I'm wary of everything with their name on it nowadays.

 

[lashman]

No idea, but hopefully that's the case.
I'm wary of everything with their name on it nowadays.

at this point i'm pretty sure everyone is

 

[Blizniak]

I've...never actually heard about this. Downloading the 3DS demo now.

 

[Blizniak]

Didn't really like the music but the story premise is interesting, characters seem nice and combat's pretty cool with a couple "puzzles" in the demo. No 3D on 3DS so I might just wait for the rerelease.

 

[prudis]

 

[prudis]

officially announced

 

[Mor]

The Store page.

 

[Erekiddo]

Looking forward to this, even though I’ve yet to touch my 3DS copy.

Hoping the port is good. C’mon NIS!

 

[Gevin]

More anime shlooter RPGs on Steam

 

[lashman]

More anime shlooter RPGs on Steam

 

[KainXVIII]

Remastering 3ds polygonal game is not very wise, these models lol.

More anime shlooter RPGs on Steam

 

[Ascheroth]

Remastering 3ds polygonal game is not very wise, these models lol.

Well, it's better than those games not coming to PC

Also the trailer, that's Hamauzu music alright

 

[texhnolyze]

Whistlisted.

 

[Kvik]

Remastering 3ds polygonal game is not very wise, these models lol.

I actually don't mind low-poly models, but hopefully the texture assets will be a whole lot sharper than the ones captured we've currently has seen so far.

 

[prudis]

releasing in jp in October 10 The Alliance Alive HD Remastered for PS4, Switch launches October 10 in Japan - Gematsu

 

[texhnolyze]

A bunch of new screenshots and information too.

• Play what was originally on two screens on a single screen and without stress.
• All videos have been beautifully remastered in high-definition.
• A new assist feature has been implemented that explains new systems during the game.
• A new guidebook feature has been implemented.
• The PlayStation 4 version supports trophies.
• The Switch version can be played at home or on the go.

The Alliance Alive HD Remastered screenshots, Japanese box art - Gematsu

 

[Erekiddo]

The Switch version can be played at home or on the go.

... you don’t say?

 

[MegaApple]

A bunch of new screenshots and information too.

• Play what was originally on two screens on a single screen and without stress.
• All videos have been beautifully remastered in high-definition.
• A new assist feature has been implemented that explains new systems during the game.
• A new guidebook feature has been implemented.
• The PlayStation 4 version supports trophies.
• The Switch version can be played at home or on the go.

The Alliance Alive HD Remastered screenshots, Japanese box art - Gematsu

Looks beautiful

 

[prudis]

Available October 8, 2019 for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. PC release date to be announced at a later time.

 

[texhnolyze]

 

[Arsene]

Delayed to 2020

 

[lashman]

thanks, NISA ........

 

[prudis]

Brought together by circumstance (or perhaps by fate), nine unlikely heroes find themselves gathered under the banner of revolution. Though each of them carry different goals and motives, their calling is the same: unite the pockets of resistance across the Realms, and challenge the Daemons that have enslaved their world! Will they rise up and pierce through the darkness, or be engulfed by it?

Available October 8, 2019 for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. PC release date to be announced at a later time.

 

[tet666]

Delayed to 2020

Totally embarrassing not even a simple handheld remaster is safe from NISAs incompetence.

 

[lashman]

Totally embarrassing not even a simple handheld remaster is save from NISAs incompetence.

pretty much, yeah

 

[prudis]

Confronting the Daemons that rule over the Realms will be no small task. New skills must be discovered and honed. New tools must be harnessed and mastered. And new bonds must be forged and strengthened. Only then can you challenge the Daemons and reclaim the land!

 

[prudis]

PC release date to be announced at a later time.

 

[prudis]

+ Beta sign-up
The Alliance Alive HD Remastered (PC) Beta Testing Application

 

[prudis]

meanwhile at NISA

 

[Anteater]

oh this comes out soon, maybe I should get this over kakarot, do we know the pricing?

 

[Dekunator]

oh this comes out soon, maybe I should get this over kakarot, do we know the pricing?

Hopefully $29.99 but it'll probably be more

 

[texhnolyze]

How much is it on consoles? It'll be probably the same.

I'm also leaning toward this instead of Kakarot.

 

[Arsene]

How much is it on consoles? It'll be probably the same.

I'm also leaning toward this instead of Kakarot.

$49.99USD. Will probably have a launch discount if it follows other NISA PC releases

 

[prudis]

 

[Arsene]

Limited edition is 20% off on GOG despite the tweet listing 12% btw.

 

[Deleted member 113]

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[Deleted member 113]

If anyone played the game, "sell me" on it.

With the current NISA weekend of discount and bundles, and since I own most games in their catalogue, I can get this game (and DLCs) + The Longest Five Minutes (and DLCs) + Disgaea 5 Complete (+ DLC) for just a couple of € more than the price of The Alliance Alive alone, by buying one of the bundles.

Plus, I would be missing only one game of their catalogue (The Caligula Effect: Overdose), which means I could continue to get big discounts on their new titles by using the "complete the bundle" option, like I have been doing.

So, it's tempting.
But, if the game isn't worth it, naturally it's not worth to get the bundle I'm eyeing.

The screenshots on Steam don't show much variety, but I've seen a couple of videos with locations that looked a bit more colourful and interesting, so I'm curious if there's some variety to it, in terms of locations and storyline, or if it's another "generic" JRPG.

thanks