Comments on: Estpolis, Square Enix’s New Lufia Game Is For DS

By: Joanna_T

Joanna_T — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:57:04 +0000

I don't know. I remain skeptical because the last Lufia game (Ruins of Lore for GBA) wasn't that good. I will be following it to see if it actually warrants a purchase. The fact that it is an action RPG isn't looking good though. (I loved how Lufia had no random encounters with a traditional RPG system).

By: NickyD

NickyD — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:34:24 +0000

No hate, really, since I've learned this is more of a reimagining of Lufia 2 anyway. So it's not really a new game, per se… so… it doesn't count! Somehow! But ARGH with the DS 3D. It always looks like crap. I'm sorry. N64/PS-One games don't look good anymore. It's frustrating.

…I say as I read your feelings of the 3D on DS. My apologies. I'm generally not a graphics whore, but as a whole, I find 2D games more appealing, especially when another handheld has insanely better 3D capabilities. Some 3D DS games are getting nicer, but not quite what I'd applaud.

By: kupomogli

kupomogli — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:58:55 +0000

Because it's going from RPG to action RPG, I'll have to look into it before picking it up. If I don't really like how it looks it'll still be in my collection once it's $20 or less.

By: Jirin

Jirin — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:19:35 +0000

Oh, who the heck cares if it's 3d. The only problem with 3d is that it often makes games move slower, but that's not an issue with action RPGs.

Really these details tell me nothing about whether I'll like the game. I care more about preserving the great characters, dialog, and the puzzles than the turn based combat. And, action RPG could mean a lot of things. Is it like Tales or Star Ocean where there are random encounters and you have to put up with crappy AI, or is it more like Ys where you fight on the map and have full, direct, speedy control?

So far I have received no information that will help me decide whether or not to get the game. They might as well have said "There will be no capsule monsters".

And you know what? As great a game as Lufia 2 was it got away with a lot of stuff you couldn't get away with today. Like fetch quests, cliche villains, and that useless capsule monster system. (I am hungry! Give me an item that isn't available till twenty hours later!)

By: symytry

symytry — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:43:18 +0000

The story on Andriasang says that this game is actually a remake of Lufia II and not an entirely new game…but remade as an action RPG.

http://www.andriasang.com/e/blog/2009/11/18/luf...

By: TokyoGuy

TokyoGuy — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:16:14 +0000

An action-RPG? Seems like it won't be very Lufia-like…

By: Hendra Susanto

Hendra Susanto — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:15:17 +0000

I like Lufia 2 for its puzzles and battle system (with IP attacks and mini pet system). Changing it into Action RPG, I'm sure they will make it similar like Zelda, with puzzles here and there. But i'm more concerned with the RPG stuff.

By: jarrodand

jarrodand — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:31:01 +0000

I didn't enjoy Rune Factory, but the Shining Force loot'em ups are great. Probably the best (1 player) loot games out of Japan right now, and easily the best Shining games since Audio's overlooked Soul duo on GBA.

If Lufia's like that, then it's already a massive step up from the GBC/GBA games. I'd love the originals on VC, but I gave up hope of ever seeing a true Lufia III a long time ago…

By: Mr_Qoo

Mr_Qoo — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:23:59 +0000

Handhelds are great! I do admit I sometimes feel a bit uncomfortable (physically, since it's hovering over a tiny screen for so long!) if I try and play through 2 handhelds games in a row so I try to mix it up. Yes, FFIV was a superb remake. I still need to play Wizard of OZ… =(

I'm looking forward to more news on this game. As long as it is anywhere similar to the originals I'll be happy.

By: TheRootBeerKing

TheRootBeerKing — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:02:05 +0000

In game graphics look pretty good from what I can tell from the scans. I'm slightly interested. I'm still a bit bummed that it'll be a far cry from Lufia 2… I can at least hope for a good amount of puzzles like in Lufia 2.