Valkyria Chronicles: Another PS3 Exclusive RPG on the Horizon

Panzer Pev — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:57:32 +0000

A while back I posted an article about the upcoming PS3 exclusive game White Knight Chronicles. To my surprise, many PS3 gamers had no idea it was even under development, much less coming sometime soon. And now, another under the radar PS3 exclusive is about to get PS3 owners excited again: Valkyria Chronicles (VC) or if you prefer the full name, Valkyrie of the Battlefield: Gallian Chronicles. Developed by Sega and already released in Japan, VC is a tactical RPG that features a unique turn-based battle system called BLiTZ (Battle of Live Tactical Zones). Essentially, each turn you will begin with a “command view” of the battlefield. Players may then select individual units to issue commands in an “action mode”. This mode functions in real time and you can even aim your weapons to take headshots, bodyshots etc. It is an interesting blend of strategy and rpg elements when you see the game in action.

Easily the most hyped aspect of VC is the unique cell-shaded graphics that are powered by the all-new CANVAS engine. Best described as a “living watercolor,” the visuals of VC look flex the power of the PS3’s cell processor. To truly appreciate the CANVAS engine the game must be seen in motion. Have a look at the videos below. The second video and commentary is courtesy of Videogame Central.

Though unconfirmed, internet speculation has VC coming to North America in November 2008 as it is currently being localized.

It seems that the PS3 is slowly coming around with even more solid RPGs to get excited about. It will be interesting to see if the PS3 can regain RPG supremacy over its rivals…but even if it never reaches the lofty heights set by the PS2, Sony gamers may console themselves that quality RPGs are on the way.

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Valkyria Chronicles: Another PS3 Exclusive RPG on the Horizon