3D Dot Game Heroes being localized by unknown 3D game publishing heroes
by JC Fletcher 
{ Oct 27th 2009 at 2:45PM } 
From Software's gorgeous, retro-inspired action-RPG will be released in Japan in November, but until now, we've heard nothing about localization. And as Zelda fans and (shameful) Spelunker fans ... and fans of the retro-but-high-def aesthetic that From has assembled out of blocks, we've been listening intently.
Sony's Jeff Rubenstein told Joystiq that SCEA will not be the publisher, but the actual publisher allowed the news to be "leaked" on Twitter. He couldn't say who the publisher was or when we could expect the game, though he told us that more info will appear on the PlayStation Blog. We would speculate that it's the company who published the last (surprisingly successful) From Software PS3 game, Demon's Souls, and who deals almost exclusively in this kind of niche Japanese product: Atlus, whom we're contacting right away.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Kain @ Oct 27th 2009 2:51PM
I'm glad NA will get this game. We don't want another "Disaster", do we?
Jling84 @ Oct 27th 2009 2:52PM
Cannot wait!!!! This will be a day one purchase for me!
The1stMJC @ Oct 27th 2009 2:53PM
I hope Atlus than we can get a special edition that is awesome.
fundando @ Oct 27th 2009 10:16PM
I'll have to agree. Atlus is the shiznit.
Heavytoka @ Oct 27th 2009 2:54PM
I can't wait for this game! I'm so glad it's coming to the US
bongoes Sector 2814 @ Oct 27th 2009 2:58PM
Great news.
NintendoJunkie @ Oct 27th 2009 3:00PM
I'm really glad that ATLUS believes in these games enough to bring them stateside. Let's just hope they don't turn into a greedy crappy publisher *cough*Activision*cough*.
DrgnAK @ Oct 27th 2009 3:13PM
As a publisher, I doubt that could ever happen. Atlus USA deals in niche products in North America, and they're as surprised as we are when something is a huge hit. Activision, on the other hand, publishes mainstream products, and people's heads start rolling when numbers aren't fulfilled. The market Atlus USA targets does not really allow them to get cocky.
BananaBoat @ Oct 27th 2009 3:39PM
They are like an anime company in a way. There is a niche for their products, but none of them will ever be mainstream.
The rumor for weeks has been that Atlus and an unnamed publisher were both interested in the publishing rights. I'd be thrilled if Atlus did it, because I know there is going to be a ton of text to translate, and they are really the only people I trust to do that faithfully. It's nice to have official confirmation that it will be coming out here.
If this were any other time of year, I'd import instead of waiting. Since I'll have so much to play this holiday season though, I can definitely wait. If they can have this thing localized by March or April, that will be perfect.
NintendoJunkie @ Oct 27th 2009 3:45PM
Yeah I have a massive back catalog of JUST Atlus games that I wanna get. Granted not every Atlus game is necessarily amazing (I realize they are a publisher), however every Atlus game I've played, I have thoroughly enjoyed.
I'm gonna have to get a PS2 for cheap & pick up the PS2 titles that I missed, along w/ the DS titles. I might eventually have to get a PSP as well. Especially considering that it looks like Metal Slug XX (not an Atlus title) is coming to the PSP also.
I guess you could stay I'm working on acquiring a massive back catalog of JRPG's as well.
jahd5000 @ Oct 27th 2009 3:02PM
YAY! hopefully wont take too long and add to the avalanche of AAA games for PS3 thats been coming.
DBuck_Eye @ Oct 27th 2009 3:04PM
That's the biggest white "sword" I've ever seen.
Shagittarius @ Oct 27th 2009 3:20PM
Nothing white is that big.
-Jad- @ Oct 27th 2009 3:08PM
Atlus... or Xseed r my bet. :)
Squatch181 @ Oct 27th 2009 3:12PM
This game looks incredible. Full of warm retro-ey goodness. And if it is Atlus bringing it over (which I think it is) even better, since they love their fans as much as we love them! I'm always happy to support an Atlus project.
Archon (PSN: Archonik, XBL: DarkARHN) @ Oct 27th 2009 3:14PM
If this will be another AAA game that doesn't come to EU... I'll FUCKING EAT A STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE! (Yes, I'm still incredibly annoyed with the lack of UK release of Demon's Souls)
Orion @ Oct 27th 2009 3:41PM
I really do pity you. Demon's Souls is a terrific game. I've played so much and I'm still only a bit into it when compared to it's length.
killdash9 @ Oct 27th 2009 4:01PM
On the flip side, I was disappointed that One Piece: Unlimited Cruise (both episodes) were released in the UK, whereas the US got neither.
The1stMJC @ Oct 27th 2009 4:18PM
I know you probably already know this but Ps3 is games are region free. It wouldn't cost too much to get import copy of Demon's Souls
Archon (PSN: Archonik, XBL: DarkARHN) @ Oct 27th 2009 6:17PM
I already have to import God Of War Collection, Demon's Souls, Lego Rock Band (because I bought RB1 in the US, because it came out there year earlier, ditto RB2).
This is just getting ridiculous... If I have to import another game... I'll be a dry crumpet!
fundando @ Oct 27th 2009 10:19PM
Is importing really that bad. I would figure you would get a good deal considering the power of the Euro.
xtremeholymuffin @ Nov 8th 2009 2:40PM
>I already have to import God Of War Collection, Demon's Souls, Lego Rock Band (because I bought RB1 in the US, because it came out there year earlier, ditto RB2).
>I already have to import God Of War Collection, Demon's Souls, Lego Rock Band
>God of War collection, Demon's Souls, Lego Rock band
>Lego Rock Band
: O
Rob47 @ Oct 27th 2009 3:16PM
Not bad thats 2 games i need my mate in america to send over to me.
I cant believe in this day and age a game that gets localised in America isn't seeing a release in Europe. Damn you Demon's Souls.
Marcus Carter @ Oct 27th 2009 3:46PM
Why tease us with the images of games that weare not going to see state side?
Eh @ Oct 27th 2009 3:56PM
Im confused by what this game is. The way its been "advertised" makes it seem like its not much more than a tech demo or short indy game with no real substance other than gameplay, like a $10 PSN game. Or is it a full on epic single player game that will last hours and have an important story along with a $50+ price tag?
killdash9 @ Oct 27th 2009 3:58PM
I thought I'd note the possibility that From Software might self-publish the title on the PS Store, same as they did recently with Armored Core 3 Portable. It's possible that 3DDGH is not that big (in terms of disk space), since its look may mean it doesn't actually use any textures whatsoever, just a single color per voxel, plus depth shading and the blurring filters. And, its sound could consist of simple synthesizers, with no recorded sound samples. Just a thought.
dmd @ Oct 27th 2009 4:00PM
Great news! I'll be getting this one at day one! Did you saw that Namco? How about follow their lead and port ToV to NA already, huh? show us some love, will 'ya?
Phil @ Oct 27th 2009 4:19PM
Fantastic. The more I see of this the more I want it.
yyr @ Oct 27th 2009 4:26PM
If it's not Atlus, it could be Aksys Games.
Goity @ Oct 27th 2009 4:28PM
I must have been the only person who liked From Software's Enchanted Arms...
I liked them before they were cool :P
fundando @ Oct 27th 2009 10:29PM
Yeah cause Enchated Arms wasn't my thing.
Armored core on the other hand I've been playing those games for at least 10 years.
laser beams @ Oct 27th 2009 11:33PM
enchanted arms came out 2 years ago (and I certainly would not consider it one of Atlus' better games). Atlus has been cool for over a decade, where have you been?
Alex M @ Oct 27th 2009 4:37PM
As an on-the-fence gamer in the current generation of systems, this game definitely tips me into PS3 territory.
Levi @ Oct 27th 2009 4:40PM
MOST ANTICIPATED GAME EVER
Vidaluko @ Oct 27th 2009 4:41PM
Why the sword is not in his hand? Or is not a sword?
Sly @ Oct 27th 2009 5:25PM
whoa, i thought this was a PSP game for the longest time. imagine my shock when i read PS3.
Hyams @ Oct 27th 2009 5:28PM
No UK release?
We haven't got Demon's Souls either. =/
IcelandTerrorist (stormtrooper190) @ Oct 27th 2009 5:37PM
eny word on Europe?
CH3BURASHKA @ Oct 27th 2009 6:10PM
THIS IS AWESOME. I HAS BONER FOR THIS GAME.
APPARENTLY HE HAS BONER TOO.
Covarr @ Oct 27th 2009 6:40PM
It could just as easily be xseed, they publish all types of crazy crap.
2nd Lieutenant Gunther (PSN: helghast102) @ Oct 27th 2009 9:46PM
inb4 Zelda ripoff.. again...
This game is looking great! i love the shiny 8-bit look :3
Zelnick @ Oct 27th 2009 10:46PM
I just hope the game is actually TRANSLATED instead of some fuck-up localization botch like "Valkyria Chronicles".