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Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne (PS2)

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENRE/STYLE

Role-playing/Third-Person 3D RPG

RELEASE DATE

12/OCT/04

ESRB RATING

MATURE, Blood, Intense Violence, Language, Sexual Themes

DEVELOPER

Atlus Co., Ltd.

PUBLISHER

Atlus U.S.A., Inc.

ALSO AVAILABLE ON

http://www.gamerdna.com/game/shin-megami-tensei--lucifer--s-call-playstation-2

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Fiends 1

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DESCRIPTION

In this brooding action-RPG from Atlus, players take the role of a Japanese boy who must survive an invasion of demons on an alternate-reality Earth. After the apocalyptic event that came to be known as "the Conception," Tokyo is overrun with supernatural monsters, which must be dealt with in one way or another. The hero has numerous paths before him, and chooses his own way. The game's story has many possible endings, depending on the decisions the main character makes.

The Shin Megami Tensei (which has been translated as "True Goddess Rebirth," but is often converted to "Digital Devil Story" in English) brand began with Japanese releases for the Super Famicom, and continued on North American PlayStations with Revelation Series: Persona and its sequel Persona 2. While games in the series seldom share common characters or settings, all are designed to promote a certain freedom in role-playing, by offering moody, interactive game worlds and ample opportunity for creative character development.

Like most of the earlier games in the line, Nocturne presents a mature story, with more realistically complicated characters than the stereotypical Japanese console game. This North American edition of the game is an enhanced version of the Japanese original, and features a cameo appearance from Devil May Cry's Dante. ~ T.J. Deci, All Game Guide

Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne (PS2)

GENRE/STYLE:

Role-playing/Third-Person 3D RPG
RELEASE DATE:

12/OCT/04
TOP TRAITS:

Post-apocalyptic, MegaTen Universe, Occult
DESCRIPTION:

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continentalop played Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne on 12/OCT/09

“I ran into a never-ending battle. I fought through six waves of enemies, vaguely starting wondering if I would still get any experience if I ran away as my party got more and more worn out, and was...”

created 13/OCT/2009

Top Five Influential Games (PSX-era to date) by: sukwendo

“Disclaimer: I've only used games I have currently added to GDNA. I still need to go back and add all pre-PSX era games I've played, so please keep this in mind. ^^ Also, the games are listed in no...”

created 08/OCT/2009

kianbung was the last to comment - 2 months ago...

“Ah, Xenogears. I played it a few years ago and had to google way too many things up because of it. Must say I learned a lot from that game. (the game is fun too, of course)

Too bad it totally dropped the ball with disc 2.”

sukwendo was the last to comment - 2 months ago...

“@kianbung No kidding, it was all "And then we went here and did this." *brief exploration moment to fight a boss" "And then we went here and did this." I'm certain it had something to do with their budgeting.

Honestly, though, I'm thankful they "dropped the ball" as opposed to not releasing the game at all.”

kianbung was the last to comment - 2 months ago...

“@sukwendo Yeah, they ran out of money. Sucks, especially considering the masterpiece. It would've been infinately more epic if they made it properly.

Now if only Squenix ever gets around from milking FF titles and remakes this...”

glenngv was the last to comment - about 1 month ago...

“Wow, I have to agree with you on every game on this list!
But I would also add Xenosaga ep.I to the list, since I found its narrative approach to be the most charming and realistic, every emoting felt by my character (Shion) was felt by me. It was really outstanding!
And I would pick Saga Frontier II instead of SaGa Frontier 1, since it had a better art-style, a better soundtrack (IMO) and a somewhat refined battle-system ^_^”

sukwendo was the last to comment - about 1 month ago... show previous hide previous

“@glenngv Yes, Xenosaga Ep. I was fantastic. ^^ And I completely agree with you that SaGa Frontier II had an overall execution that far exceeded that of its predecessor. I had to choose the first one, though, due to my first experience with the "sparking" mechanic. Though I arguably could have chosen SFII due to the attack formulation (ie: Cleave, Slash, Slash, Cleave) - that was innovative as well.

Glad to hear from someone who agrees with me on these. ^^”

continentalop played Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne on 06/OCT/09

“Beat the first boss. He was not as tough as the NPC's led me to believe.”

created 08/OCT/2009

continentalop played Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne on 01/OCT/09

“I heard someone talk about Shin Megaten on a podcast and felt the urge to start playing this game again.”

created 02/OCT/2009

Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne (PS2) by: Svelah

“My first MegaTen game. Nocturne will always hold a place in my heart. The game played well and had good rpg elements in it. The music was freaking awesome as well. and the Dante cameo was quite cool.”

created 20/AUG/2009

randombullseye played Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne on 10/JUL/09

“Made it to a new area. ”

created 10/JUL/2009

randombullseye played Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne on 09/JUL/09

“Beat a Ghost Rider type boss. Did some storyline stuff, and that's it. ”

created 09/JUL/2009

Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne (PS2) by: Vegeta

“A unique RPG, that barely made it into the United States, because of our stupid censorship, a unique battle system, with a story that questions the fabric of morality, religion, and ideology. Also, a very difficult RPG. A+”

created 06/JUL/2009

Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne (PS2) by: Ckarasu

“This game is probably the best RPG I've ever played. From stylish visuals, to an awesome soundtrack, this game has a great presentation. The battles require strategy, and many will require deep thought. The story is also great. Definitely play it.”

created 06/JUL/2009