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Metal Saga DS scans frighten and confuse

Jeux France have once again used their wily ways to get a hold of some Famitsu scans, this time covering the recently announced RPG, Metal Saga DS. We've seen bits and piece of the wacky PS2 version currently being localized by Atlus, but nothing could have prepared us for the images depicted in these scans.

We're not sure how it all works, but it does seem like you get to control a rather wise-looking dog, possibly in a strategic, turn-based battle against either a giant crocodile, a mad scientist or an elephant-shaped tank. We also spotted a cactus wielding a rocket launcher, a zombie and at least one menacing chicken. Needless to say, we're hoping Atlus also decides to translate this intriguing title.

[Thanks mandarin!]

A Tales of the Tempest preview

Tales of the Tempest1up has posted a brief preview on Namco's forthcoming Tales of the Tempest, a new entry in their famed series designed specifically for Nintendo's portable powerhouse. Though it doesn't divulge as much information as we'd like (we'd like all of it, thank you), the article does confirm that the action RPG's battles will still be based on the Linear Motion System, a system where 3D characters move and fight in 2 dimensions. It'll also make use of the touch screen and, more importantly, the DS' Wi-Fi multiplayer capabilities. Since past Tales games have done so, we're hoping for some solid cooperative play to be incorporated.

The preview also goes into the storyline quite a bit, revealing a world populated by both humans and "Licanths", humanoids that can transform into powerful beasts. Naturally, the main character gets caught up in the growing tension between the two races and soon finds himself exploring the world and battling all sorts of snarling monsters. There may also be an ancient evil, a magical princess and seven sacred yams to be fought, rescued and collected (respectively), but let's not get ahead of ourselves here.

This dose of RPG goodness is currently set for a rather vague "2006" release.

Japanese Mario & Luigi commercial

Hot Mario Bros."Mario and Luigi RPG TSOO!"

Yes, it's a Japanese Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time commercial, rife with the Hot Mario Bros., adult faces super-imposed on babies and...what's this? In-game footage? In a TV commercial? For a game? Those Japanese people sure are kerrazy.

[Via GamersReports]



New Children of Mana trailer

Children of ManaIf you head on over to Square Enix's World of Mana website, you can catch a glimpse of the forthcoming DS entry in the recently reborn RPG franchise.  Children of Mana certainly falls in line with Square Enix's habit of constructing stellar graphics that live up to their bold and thoughtful art design, though one should be warned about the adorable bunny beanbag creatures that feature heavily in the game. Centering on the adventures of Flick, Tumble and Pop (fresh from breakfast cereal mascot auditions), the game aims to attract fans of the classic Mana series in addition to newcomers. The battle system seems geared more towards reflexes than strategic thinking, but with some Wi-Fi cooperative gameplay, it should turn out to be an excellent and much needed DS RPG (that doesn't star a certain portly plumber).

To view the trailer, follow the link, click on "Trailer" and then on the "Children of Mana" picture.

[via Cubed3]

New Tales of Tempest video available

Tales of TempestOkay, so we originally guessed the title incorrectly, but the fact of the matter is that Tales of Tempest is blowing towards the DS, something which is sure to excite fans of Namco's flagship RPG series. Games Are Fun have scored the first video of the game in action, although it is clear that the video was either taken by an extremely nervous fellow or during an unexpected earthquake.

Regardless, you can still gather quite a few things from it. There are spiky-haired kids in it, happily wielding dangerous weapons as they unusually get roped into saving the world from an ancient evil. Probably. And as is common with RPGs, taking a stroll down the road has you being attacked by every single creature in the nearby vicinity, the consolation of which is the copious amounts of gold you can loot from their cold, dead bodies afterwards. The battle system seems similar to Tales of Symphonia in that it's confined to a 3D plane and that the actions take place in real-time. The cel-shaded graphics look quite appealing too, though the series has always presented some great character designs as well.

The top screen displays your status and the map (I know, I'm just as shocked as you are) and the bottom displays your party and the world they inhabit. It's unclear how the touch screen is involved, but I'd expect some sort of slashing motions would be required at some point. You can't expect to defeat ancient evil without stylus driven slashing motions, now can you? Some friends would also be beneficial, especially if they were playing co-op with you via Wi-Fi.

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