We thought that Project Exile was abandoned, left to rust in an unused barn with the other RPGs from indie studios that we haven't heard much from in months (e.g. Western Lords), but that wasn't the case! Signature Devices and Graffiti Entertainment announced that they've teamed up with Montreal-based developer Studio Archcraft to publish Project Exile, predicting a release for the 1st quarter of 2008.
If this is your first time hearing about the title, Project Exile is a "Japanese-style RPG" that follows the traditions of classic SNES RPGs with both its graphics and game design. In fact, its similarities to games like Chrono Trigger, the Seiken Densetsu series, and Final Fantasy 6 are so pronounced, there was a bit of controversy over whether or not the developer was using altered sprites ripped from its forefathers.
Though we're weary over what functionality the team might've shoehorned in during the game's mid-development move from the GBA to the DS, if Studio Archcraft manages to fulfill its promise of "eight fully developed playable characters armed with over 100 different abilities, skills, and combos," we'll definitely be at the front of the line when Project Exile hits shops.
[Via Joystiq]
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10-17-2007 @ 3:45PM
dan stabbingworth said...
I'd hit it.
Then again, SoM, FF6, and CT are the greatest RPGs evar!
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10-17-2007 @ 5:16PM
Pyrex said...
*want*
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10-17-2007 @ 5:22PM
wukong said...
This actually doesn't look too bad. Actually, it looks like it could be really enjoyable. Everything seems to be there. I'm definitely interested and will keep an eye out for it.
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10-17-2007 @ 5:33PM
grahamulax said...
WOAH they system they used looks exactly like chrono trigger..... not a bad thing.....but thats sooo the engine
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10-17-2007 @ 5:53PM
Orville the Unfathomable Time Walrus said...
Sold. I'm committed to supporting SNES throwbacks to the best of my ability.
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10-17-2007 @ 11:13PM
impact24 said...
Orville : Same here. These games are perfect for me. I just love the 16-bit JRPG look and feel.
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10-18-2007 @ 4:00AM
DomoBraden said...
It does appear that it may be using edited sprites, but you know what...I don't care, it looks good. I'm not referring to visuals BTW. Well, not JUST the visuals. They're classic JRPG, IMO.
16-bit RPG's hold a very special place in my heart, and all those listed are some of my favorites. If they "borrowed" a sprite or two...or all of them, I don't mind. From what can be seen in this trailer, it seems as though the story and character development is worthy of the graphics...and I don't mean that in a bad way...whatsoever.
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10-19-2007 @ 5:13AM
kronik said...
OMG! WANTS! BAD! NOW! This reminds me of all the good things that Snes RPGs had to offer! Except for the combat system, not sure about that. I wouldve been happy with a classic turn based RPG system, though this might be innovative...
Either way, I can't think of any other game I want more on the DS right now!!!
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