Klonoa: Phantasy Reverie Series is launching on Switch on July 8 (and ‘coming soon’ to PC, Xbox One/Series and PS4/5)
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The Return of the GOAT. Dream Travelers unite!
Though I'm curious if there will be more subtle changes compared to the originals. Like, Klonoa 2 appears to have a more saturated look, in addition to having the option/ability to have more hearts than in the original.
There's more stuff I would like to know, but I can wait till July 8th to get my hands on these gems.
I'll obviously have to play it and fwiw some of the footage has been pretty good, but I'm not automatically on board with how vibrant things are in Klonoa 2, especially in the darker and more foreboding areas.Some comparison shots of Klonoa 2 I saw posted
'Soon' actually strikes me as that it might be earlier than July 8th.
I'm curious to see how the PC/new-gen console versions will compare
hmmmm, mixed feelings. It looks good in a vacuum but the moody look is just about gone. :/Some comparison shots of Klonoa 2 I saw posted
YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES
All of you, EVERY LAST ONE, ALL OF YOU (yes, you reading this.) better fucking buy this. This is a lifeline of lifelines this series needed. This is Bigfoot riding an albino unicorn.
Please, show them that this series deserves to live on!
All of you, EVERY LAST ONE, ALL OF YOU (yes, you reading this.) better fucking buy this. This is a lifeline of lifelines this series needed. This is Bigfoot riding an albino unicorn.
Please, show them that this series deserves to live on!
Fuck, was so hyped I didn't notice it was a complete overhaulSome comparison shots of Klonoa 2 I saw posted
Lunatea's Veil finally finds homes outside of the PS2? Just one more reason for me to retire the console.
Now just give me that HD remaster of Gitaroo Man!
Now just give me that HD remaster of Gitaroo Man!
I've been meaning to revisit / replay Klonoa 2, so the timing of this is really convenient
Also, I can't believe there was confusion about the name. I distinctly remember the characters saying it several times in Klonoa 2
I immediately knew something was different when I saw Lolo's face in the trailer
Can't say I like softer look of the models. I much prefer the cel-shaded(?) style.
This isn't a deal breaker for me though.
Also, I can't believe there was confusion about the name. I distinctly remember the characters saying it several times in Klonoa 2
Some comparison shots of Klonoa 2 I saw posted
I immediately knew something was different when I saw Lolo's face in the trailer
Can't say I like softer look of the models. I much prefer the cel-shaded(?) style.
This isn't a deal breaker for me though.
It's kind of a shame that Klonoa 2 is losing its relentelessly oppresive atmosphere, but I'm still in.
Yeah, I'm especially worried how the game's later areas are going to look, the graphical style of the remake is not going to jive with them at all :/
Yeah, I don't think the bright graphics are going to convey how atmospherically dreadful were the kingdom of sorrow's levels in the original PS2 version.
Going over the footage, it's really good at making the already colourful environments pop and feel alive. So far that's the only thing we've seen, though, other than a brief glimpse of the Kingdom of Sorrow.
One of my best friends is freaking out atm. He's a huge Klonoa fan. After all these years we finally get more.
We'll all have klonoa! I'm sure it's the 90s poster thread that will this into existence.
Lol I came here for this post.
Some comparison shots of Klonoa 2 I saw posted
Eh, I don't mind.
Klonoa: Door to Phantomile is the one that is a huge step up from the Wii remake. Like they wanted to perfectly emulate the look of the PS1 original instead to even the animations (Klonoa's run cycle!)
Klonoa Phantasy Reverie OT: Hey, baby, I WANT KlonoaWe'll all have klonoa! I'm sure it's the 90s poster thread that will this into existence.
Game looks good. I haven't played a Klonoa game and this looks like the perfect time to correct that.
Okay Klonoa friends, got some more details here!
Game is confirmed to have a physical release, in Japan at least. Early purchases of either physical or digital will include the ability to change Klonoa's outfit between the two games. So Klonoa 1 model with 2's outfit, and Klonoa 2 model with Klonoa 1 outfit. The physical code seems to last one year? Not sure if it is pre-order only for digital or not. Digital copies specifically with give you Moo costumes for both Klonoas. There will be a Digital Deluxe edition that includes additional costumes and an artbook/soundtrack app. The other costumes are Klonoa with Joker Mask (Klonoa 1) and Tat Mask (Klonoa 2). There seems to be no physical equivalent thus far (Ugh!). Seems like the Steam version gets none of this according to notes on the site.
The regular price is 4,980 Yen + tax. For the Digital Deluxe 6,980 Yen + tax. Apologies if I made any omissions or mistakes.
Bamco's Asobi Store will have a B2 poster as a reservation bonus for the physical edition. They list the price as 5,478 Yen + tax.
Klonoa 1&2 Encore/Phantasy Reverie Series Site (JP): https://encore-klonoa.bn-ent.net/ (<- All the aforementioned details here)
Klonoa 25th Anniversary Site (JP): https://klonoa25.bn-ent.net/
Game is confirmed to have a physical release, in Japan at least. Early purchases of either physical or digital will include the ability to change Klonoa's outfit between the two games. So Klonoa 1 model with 2's outfit, and Klonoa 2 model with Klonoa 1 outfit. The physical code seems to last one year? Not sure if it is pre-order only for digital or not. Digital copies specifically with give you Moo costumes for both Klonoas. There will be a Digital Deluxe edition that includes additional costumes and an artbook/soundtrack app. The other costumes are Klonoa with Joker Mask (Klonoa 1) and Tat Mask (Klonoa 2). There seems to be no physical equivalent thus far (Ugh!). Seems like the Steam version gets none of this according to notes on the site.
The regular price is 4,980 Yen + tax. For the Digital Deluxe 6,980 Yen + tax. Apologies if I made any omissions or mistakes.
Early purchase costumes
Digital purchase bonus costumes
Digital Deluxe contents
Digital purchase bonus costumes
Digital Deluxe contents
Bamco's Asobi Store will have a B2 poster as a reservation bonus for the physical edition. They list the price as 5,478 Yen + tax.
Klonoa 1&2 Encore/Phantasy Reverie Series Site (JP): https://encore-klonoa.bn-ent.net/ (<- All the aforementioned details here)
Klonoa 25th Anniversary Site (JP): https://klonoa25.bn-ent.net/
Yeeesss!! One of the best things in the direct for sure, definite buy. A bit bummed the art style is about as generic as they could have made it, but Klonoa's back baby!
Just checking in on this thread again to make sure this actually happened.
Yep.
Yep.
This exactly. Klonoa 1 is a PSOne Classic and got a Wii remake but 2 has just been ignored. I think the game doesn't even emulate well.
I hope they tweak this a bit.
Hopefully PS4/5 will also get a physical release then and not just the Switch version.
Not the biggest fan of those aesthetic tweaks to Klonoa 2, but considering the cheapest near complete copy of the game online goes for...
*checks eBay*
fuckin' 86 dollars, I'll manage.
*checks eBay*
fuckin' 86 dollars, I'll manage.
Wonder if Klonoa's Wii outfit will be unlockable or something. It's not as iconic as his original look but I liked its consistency with Klonoa's 2 design. It would be a shame to see it snubbed just because its game wasn't received as well.
For that matter, if there are unlockable outfits I hope we see them use the one from the Shifty Look webcomic:
For that matter, if there are unlockable outfits I hope we see them use the one from the Shifty Look webcomic: