The Official "TACTICS OGRE: Knight of Lodis" thread

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26 Apr 2002, 12:40 PM
amerlop

The Official "TACTICS OGRE: Knight of Lodis" thread

Yes, it's that time. Anyone on this board who pays attention to my posts (I'm sure there is not many, but whatever) knows that I have been anticipating this game for some time. According to EB, this game will ship on 5/6, much earlier than intially anticipated. very nice. So, I figured that this game deserves a dedicated thread and I'm sure the strat-RPG fans here will agree.
So you know, this game is not a straight port of the SNES/PSX game. It is an new game whose storyline fills in the gaps between Tactics Ogre (JP) and Ogre Battle 64. Atlus, must believe in the power of the GBA to grace it with a complete new installment of the series.
Post you comments, questions, reactions and thoughts right here. Only 2 weeks to go!!
26 Apr 2002, 12:45 PM
Kidnemo

I wasn't aware of the release date getting pushed up, but that rocks regardless!

Check out the official Tactics Ogre website that Atlus just went live with also:

http://www.atlus.com/toa/index.html

Doesn't give away a whole lot about the game, but it has some nice sprite rips, and screen captures. Not to mention it's a great place to start if you don't know alot about the game.
26 Apr 2002, 12:48 PM
amerlop

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I wasn't aware of the release date getting pushed up

Yes, I was as surpised as you are. Original ship date was 5/17, I believe and it is now 5/6. It most definitely rocks!
26 Apr 2002, 12:52 PM
Kidnemo

I picking up the TV GBA adapter before I get TO, because I anticipate I'll be spending a TON of time with this (and FFT later this year) game.

Only thing I hope is it's not as focused on raising levels as the first game was. It seemed like you had to spend WAY to much time fighting your own party to gain levels than you should be.
26 Apr 2002, 12:54 PM
Gooch

Great news about the accelerated release date. I loved Ogre Battle 64 and this could be the perfect trainride game for me.
26 Apr 2002, 12:59 PM
amerlop

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TV GBA adapter

oooo!!! Good idea...where might one obtain this?
26 Apr 2002, 01:38 PM
Kidnemo

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Originally posted by amerlop

oooo!!! Good idea...where might one obtain this?

http://www.ebgames.com/ebx/categorie...p?pf_id=219897
26 Apr 2002, 03:05 PM
Johnny Undaunted

Re: The Official "TACTICS OGRE: Knight of Lodis" thread

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Originally posted by amerlop
It is an new game whose storyline fills in the gaps between Tactics Ogre (JP) and Ogre Battle 64.

Actually, the original Tactics Ogre (along with the original Ogre Battle) was released for the PlayStation in America by Atlus, so there is no need to put the JP next to it. :p Although, only a few copies were release, so I don't blame you if you haven't heard about it. Also, Ogre Battle 3 is set before Tactics Ogre, not the other way around.
26 Apr 2002, 03:26 PM
Kinopio

This will probably be the next game i purchase. I don't like the battle games much, but the tactics games are great. perfect game for the GBA.
27 Apr 2002, 12:11 AM
amerlop

Are you sure it comes before Tactics Ogre, cuz I read on a few different sights that it come after TO and before OB64?
27 Apr 2002, 12:25 AM
Wildcat

Whee, another awesome GBA game to pick up! I'll have to reserve it. Thanks for the heads up on the date!
27 Apr 2002, 05:56 AM
Ragnarok the Red

A little early to be creating this thread isn't it? Game's 2 weeks away still. Ah well, guess its a jump start :)

Looking forward to getting it, some good 'ol fashioned strat/RPG action on the GBA :D
02 May 2002, 10:54 AM
amerlop

Time to bump this...it's only a week before it comes out. We need more excitement!!!
02 May 2002, 11:33 AM
Kidnemo

Quote:

Originally posted by Ragnarok the Red
A little early to be creating this thread isn't it? Game's 2 weeks away still. Ah well, guess its a jump start :)

Kinda like the Ikaruga thread? :)

I'm still nice and excited for the game to come out btw, were getting closer everyday! weeee.

I should check Versus website to see if they'll be doing one of there sweet strat guides for it...
02 May 2002, 02:40 PM
Pehd

Anyone know if there will be any multiplayer modes to this game? All I've heard thus far is that there will be a 'trade units' option.
If either TO or the up-annd-coming FFT port have any good multiplayer options to them, they'll get my money.

[edit] I seem to have forgotten that I'm talkig about two GBA games here. $30-70, not $50-100. Also, i'm an idiot.
02 May 2002, 02:59 PM
jiji

I'll definitely be picking this up next week. And with lower GBA licensing costs...$30 for a new Tactics Ogre game! A fucking steal! :D

Edit: Urgh, I feel dumb. I could have sworn that I saw it listed for $29.99, but now everywhere that lists it, lists it at $39.99. /me goes to sit in the corner...
02 May 2002, 03:38 PM
amerlop

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Originally posted by Pehd
Anyone know if there will be any multiplayer modes to this game? All I've heard thus far is that there will be a 'trade units' option.
If either TO or the up-annd-coming FFT port have any good multiplayer options to them, they'll get my money. If not, I'll take my $50-100 elsewhere.

This is taken directly off the offical site at www.atlus.com/toa/index.htm :

Go head-to-head against a friend by using the Game Boy® Advance Game Link® cable!
All new Quest Mode enables you to discover hidden items and weapons not available in the main game.
Utilize the Exchange Mode to trade items, spell books and characters with a friend.