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I wonder if it related to Phil pushing their console on his Japanese visits.
 
It would surprise me after reading about this...


Not surprising, at all. It's more like Japanese don't care for niche Japanese games in Japan. Clearly they sell much more in outside Nippon.

I guess Microsoft will have to eventually publish games to the switch and 3ds to make a mark...oh, wait
 
I'd be down to support it. Game looks amazing.
 




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....wait, I have a pc and a PS4 as well >,<
 
Well back in July when it was delayed to January 2018, I was hoping to start playing the game again but still haven't. Guess I have some more time now to not start playing the game again.
 
A bit about the characters:




And a few new screens:

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This is one of those games I wish I could like more than I do. The combat doesn't look fun, and the characters seem too kiddy. I keep hearing how the game is charming, and I keep waiting to be charmed, but it's not happening.
 
This is one of those games I wish I could like more than I do. The combat doesn't look fun, and the characters seem too kiddy. I keep hearing how the game is charming, and I keep waiting to be charmed, but it's not happening.

Was the same with the first. One of those best to play type of games so maybe they will release a demo soon
 
This is one of those games I wish I could like more than I do. The combat doesn't look fun, and the characters seem too kiddy. I keep hearing how the game is charming, and I keep waiting to be charmed, but it's not happening.

I feel the same exact way. I liked this sort of stuff back in the PS1 days quite a bit. I might get this when it drops to $20 or so, just to check out the artwork and animation and stuff. It looks like it would be more fun to watch than play.
 
The animation ain't that great, tbh. Definitely doesn't live up to the Studio Ghibli-style visuals...
 
The animation ain't that great, tbh. Definitely doesn't live up to the Studio Ghibli-style visuals...

No idea who they are to compare...just looked it up and still don't know. I don't watch any sort of anime, which is why I probably find games like this interesting and unique.
 
No idea who they are to compare...just looked it up and still don't know. I don't watch any sort of anime, which is why I probably find games like this interesting and unique.
I'm not a huge anime fan, but i really appreciate the gems, and Studio Ghibli (i think that's the spelling, lol) has many. Whimsical, usually slow paced with great sense of place and history. Nausica and the Vally of the Wind, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service, Porco Roso, and Ponyo, to name a few. All imaginative and tasteful with great art and animation. None of the cliche anime stuff... (well, maybe here and there, lol).
 
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It's getting good reviews. 85 on metacritic (55 reviews).

http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-4/ni-no-kuni-ii-revenant-kingdom

A few snippets, with a range of scores:

Easy Allies, 95:

Some may argue Revenant Kingdom clocks in a bit on the short side at around 30 hours to finish the story, but it’s a nice departure from the trend of top-rated JRPGs that last 60 hours or beyond. Ni no Kuni II is a brilliant follow-up that outdoes and improves upon its predecessor in just about every category. This is one fairy tale that most certainly earns its happily ever after.


Attack of the Fanboy, 90:

A great cast of characters and a wonderful story, it's tough not to fall in love with Ni No Kuni 2. If you're looking for a world to get lost in this is a game that will provide you with many hours of enjoyment, amazing you at every turn with a barrage of beautiful imagery, incredible music, and gameplay to match.


EGM, 85:

Ni No Kuni II is full of some tremendously creative decisions that make this unlike many other Japanese RPGs, as well as a clear step above an already good game in the original Ni No Kuni. However, some additions like the RTS elements left me scratching my head. Despite this, Ni No Kuni II tells a beautiful story that’s set in an even more beautiful world, and should be enjoyed by most JRPG fans.


Game Critics, 85:

Ni No Kuni II is absolutely delightful. While the original was bogged down by some cumbersome mechanics, Level 5 has done an outstanding job of cutting the fat while adding new elements and keeping things fresh — It has almost none of the filler that plagues the JRPG genre. I can’t stress how happy it makes me to see a game as good as this appeal to both someone like me, and to children as well. But most importantly, it’s not a kids’ game — it’s just a fantastic JRPG.


Push Square, 80:

Between being a relatively traditional Japanese RPG, a kingdom management sim, and an advocate of real-time strategy, Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom could have easily stretched itself too thin, but developer Level-5 somehow manages to pull everything together and make it all seem worthwhile. This is a robust but accessible adventure that's stuffed with charm and character. A really fun combat system and gorgeous visuals top things off, making the sequel a joy to play. In a word, Ni no Kuni II is delightful.


Game Informer, 80:

Building your kingdom is satisfying and engaging, even with the weak narrative hooks. The cycle of rewards became an obsession, and had me staying up late to recruit just one more ally, or complete just one more upgrade. Combat could be tighter, and other supporting elements could use some polish – but like any kingdom, this experience isn’t about individual contributions. It’s about how those contributions come together, and the fun of this experience as a whole outweighs its flaws.


Gamespot, 80:

It's chock full of excellent battles and surprising moments that make for a far more memorable experience than you initially expect and leaves you impressed by your own accomplishments. If you didn't play the first game, don't let this one pass you by too.


IGN, 78:

Ni No Kuni 2: Revenant Kingdom distinguishes itself from its predecessor by layering fast-paced, real-time combat and an engaging kingdom building system atop more traditional RPG systems and quests. It’s a shame it delivers so few truly memorable characters and restricts so much of its storytelling to text on screen, but by the end of Ni No Kuni 2 the broader themes certainly resonate and the 40+ hour journey has been well worth it.