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Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island (DS)

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENRE/STYLE

Role-playing/Strategy RPG

RELEASE DATE

28/OCT/09

ESRB RATING

DEVELOPER

Gust Co., Ltd.

PUBLISHER

NIS America, Inc.

TRAITS (member-attributed "LIKES")

THE SETTING #USES

island 7
Sera Island 1

PLAYING AS #USES

Alchemist 7
Annie 1

PLAYING AGAINST #USES

time 4

HOW IT'S PLAYED #USES

GENERAL TONE #USES

humorous 10

DESCRIPTION

Gust adds a bit of business sim to its alchemy-based RPG series in Atelier Annie: Alchemist of Sera Island. Players take on the role of Annie, a lazy young girl whose grandfather ships her off to Sera Island, where alchemists from around the world have trekked to compete in a resort development contest. Annie's slothful ways and lack of alchemy skills leave her unmotivated, until she discovers that the person who contributes the most to the resort gets to marry the wealthy Prince of Orde. The goal for gamers is to hone their skills to the point that they can win yearly alchemy contests, and then spend their winnings to hire a manager for the resort. The money players raise from their new facility ultimately determines how much they contribute to the project.

Gamers also earn money in the traditional Atelier manner: by accepting quests from the Adventure Guild, exploring the land for important materials, and synthesizing new items. Annie's skills do not lie in the arena of combat, so she must recruit a party to help her slay the various monsters that inhabit Sera Island. Battles unfold in a turn-based manner, with players choosing to attack, equip an item, or make use of unique skills. There are dozens of characters and helpful mascots to meet, and as work on the resort progresses, a number of different pay-to-play mini-games become available. ~ Christopher Brown, All Game Guide

Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island (DS)

GENRE/STYLE:

Role-playing/Strategy RPG
RELEASE DATE:

28/OCT/09
TOP TRAITS:

humorous, Alchemy system, Alchemist
DESCRIPTION:

Gust adds a bit of business sim to its alchemy-based RPG series in Atelier Annie: Alchemist of Sera Island. Players t... more

players 11

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Jacquot played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 20/MAY/10

“Task Number 3, Lots of Renkinjustuu”

created 20/MAY/2010

Tracer played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 29/DEC/09

“It was the first time I played Atelier Annie today. It has got a funny, light-hearted storyline which is apparent from the very beginning, but don't let that fool you. It's like the designer decided...”

created 29/DEC/2009

WillyFourEyes played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 03/DEC/09

“YES! I beat the game! But NO! I missed out on the best ending because I didn't win the gold prize for the fifth assignment. *sigh* I'll get you next time, Julian...next time! Oh, well...time for...”

created 03/DEC/2009

WillyFourEyes played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 02/DEC/09

“Darn. I only got Silver for the "defeat the Earth Elemental" assignment, because I couldn't find a purple Popeye Fish to make the supplement necessary to upgrade the War Hammer. No...”

created 03/DEC/2009

WillyFourEyes played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 18/NOV/09

“From Beginner to Pro in just three game months' time? It's totally possible, and somehow, I managed it. Annie is a lean, mean alchemy machine, and the third assignment hasn't even been handed out yet!”

created 18/NOV/2009

New games get! by: sukwendo

“It's a handheld day today with the acquisition of the following games: - Phantasy Star Ø (DS) - Atelier Annie (DS)”

created 17/NOV/2009

glenngv was the last to comment - over 3 years ago...

“I don't like Annie :( Really, I tried, but... I hope you'll be able to enjoy it.”

WillyFourEyes played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 05/NOV/09

“Getting these assignments out of the way quickly is the best idea I've ever had. It's given me much more time to go ingredient hunting. Problem is, I should probably bring one or more of my...”

created 06/NOV/2009

WillyFourEyes played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 02/NOV/09

“It turns out that your shop's fame tops out at 100 when it's at level 1, so doing any more quests for the Guild once it's at its max will only earn money for Annie. I suppose it's a fair trade-off,...”

created 03/NOV/2009

glenngv played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 01/NOV/09

“WTF, I've loved the three Atelier Iris games and Mana Khemia, but what the hell have they done with htis game? Terrible story, truly stupid battle system and no dungeons-design whatsoever! WTF....”

created 02/NOV/2009

Fallout2Forever was the last to comment - over 3 years ago... show previous hide previous

“I personally wasn't a fan of the Atelier Iris game I played. Really generic, and it's possibly easier than Fable, which is saying A LOT!”

WillyFourEyes played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 01/NOV/09

“Oh, I think I get it now. Hiring one of your friends as a clerk affects the revenue for ALL of the buildings on the island, and not just the shop. I think I may need to put a little more effort in...”

created 01/NOV/2009

WillyFourEyes played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 31/OCT/09

“Still trying to figure out the mechanics of my shop. I wonder how long it'll be before I'm able to upgrade it? I've got 100+ fame and just started my 2nd year. My other facilities can be upgraded,...”

created 31/OCT/2009

WillyFourEyes played Atelier Annie: Alchemists of Sera Island on 30/OCT/09

“Ah, I think I'm starting to get the hang of this now. I almost don't mind that there aren't that many battles in the game, as long as I get to make items...”

created 31/OCT/2009