Faery - Faery: Legends Of Avalon announced

[Garrett]

Focus Home and Spiders announced a new RPG/adventure game called Faery: Legends of Avalon (http://www.focus-home.com/index.php?rub=news&id=84). Here's the PR:
FOCUS HOME INTERACTIVE AND SPIDERS UNVEIL "FAERY: LEGENDS OF AVALON"

We are very pleased to unveil with exclusive images the new game by Spiders studio: Faery: Legends of Avalon, for PlayStation® Network, Xbox LIVE Arcade and PC download!

Faery: Legends of Avalon is a Role Playing / Adventure game packed with an original and unique atmosphere, and a graphics design close to illustration. The game immerses players in a fantasy world inhabited by many colourful characters and magical creatures.

In Faery: Legends of Avalon, the player plays as an elf or a fairy that will evolve during the story, through numerous quests and epic turn-based battles. Throughout the adventure, the player will customize his avatar thanks to a unique system changing not only the whole look of the character in every detail, but also its spells and special abilities!

The player will recruit various companions during his journey to assist him in his mission, and he will be given the chance to explore mythical places full of magic such as the World Tree, the famous 'Flying Dutchman' ghost ship, and many others, in order to try to understand why the Kingdom of Avalon is dying.
More information. (http://www.rpgwatch.com/show/newsbit?newsbit=15094)

[Alrik Fassbauer]

"PC download". Yuck.

Okay, the majority will be fine with it, to be fair ...

[Rills]

If this is another port, no thanks.

[Alrik Fassbauer]

Another port of what ?

[wolfing]

"PC download". Yuck.

Okay, the majority will be fine with it, to be fair …

you old grognard, get on with the times. Digital distribution is here to stay :) (and I like it!)

[Anderson]

This is actually kind of nice. I'm glad we are (on the 360) getting RPGs in the Arcade. We need more of these kind of games.

This one looks generic, though. And an awful title.

[ortucis]

"This one looks generic, though. And an awful title."

So a perfect console RPG eh? You should be happy.

[Alrik Fassbauer]

you old grognard, get on with the times. Digital distribution is here to stay :) (and I like it!)

I just want to invent a kind of offline distribution system that is a slap into the face of the *normal* customer - not DRM-based, of course - like download only-istribution that is a slap into m face.

Something like ... sending via post only or so. On disquette.

I clearly admit that I'm far too conservative. And I admit that is is only my problem and no-one else's ... But *still* there also is a number of pople out thre who just don't have the appropriate internet connections for that (downloading full gmes, that is).

When EVERYONE's got a bradband connection, THEN I might withdraw completely, because might be the only one, then. ;)

(I'm not speaking of other countries. I on't know how the connections in different countries is. And whether broadband is common in let's say south america or in africa as well. About asia I'm pretty sure, because asia has lways been the spearhead of newest computer technology.)

I'm like a dinosaur, resisting of dying out. ;)

[Sir_Brennus]

you old grognard, get on with the times. Digital distribution is here to stay :) (and I like it!)

Yes, DD won't go anywhere soon. But I like my physical copies, so I won't support DD as long as it is possible.

You know there are 48 flavors of gaming distribution.

[RivianWitch]

I'm with Alrik. It's true that not everyone in the world has the necessay bandwidth/connection capabilities. Why not make a small plan for those folks. Also, I agree that a hard copy is definitely nicer. It certainly appeals to the collector in me.

[Anderson]

"This one looks generic, though. And an awful title."

So a perfect console RPG eh? You should be happy.

Good one. :p

[Dasale]

This is actually kind of nice. I'm glad we are (on the 360) getting RPGs in the Arcade. We need more of these kind of games.

This one looks generic, though. And an awful title.
When looking at front page of forums the title attracted me as glue. I haven't read that many Light Fantasy nor play any faerie game (inn few you could make a faerie character but this hadn't any link with the story. After to have seen the graphics it's been a bit a disappointment. For me generic is now the Warcraft clones, D&D clones.

But flying RPG? Morrowind, but not really setup for that, other than that I don't remember. Flying RPG isn't a common game, it's very difficult to build a flying game because flying means destroying most obstacles. Another difficulty is that flying is fast, making exploration management very difficult. Also flying means more complicate controls. Not to mention all the troubles to manage the fights. If really something is achieved it can be a lot non generic from a game point of view. For the story that's another matter.

[Alrik Fassbauer]

I've just taken a look at them : "Focus Home interactive" seems to be a middle-tier French publisher. They list Trackmania, Runaway and Blood Bowl. Probable about the same size as dtp, I guess.

[Anderson]

But flying RPG? Morrowind, but not really setup for that, other than that I don't remember. Flying RPG isn't a common game, it's very difficult to build a flying game because flying means destroying most obstacles. Another difficulty is that flying is fast, making exploration management very difficult. Also flying means more complicate controls. Not to mention all the troubles to manage the fights. If really something is achieved it can be a lot non generic from a game point of view. For the story that's another matter.

I didn't realize you could fly in this game. I guess that's a good assumption, based on the title and main character (I mean, you do have wings and all), but I didn't see any in-flight scenes.

If you can fly, that's pretty cool. And you're right, it's not generic in that sense. Divinity 2 is the only RPG I can think of, where you can fly.

[Alrik Fassbauer]

There is also a "flying game" out there (no RPG) with the name of "The I Of The Dragon".

[Thrasher]

Yay! I can roleplay a fairy!

Now where did I put that fairy dust....

[Alrik Fassbauer]

This picture just popped into my mind :

Tiny, but well-equipped Fairies (Swords, Armor) are battling a giant monster ... A HUMAN ...

[Thrasher]

Ninja fairies a la Wizardry 8, perhaps?

[Anderson]

Just FYI, this is supposed to be coming out Wednesday 11/10 on XBLA. 1200 points ($15). I plan to pick it up. I've been reading up on it, and it actually looks pretty good. It's coming to Steam and PSN, too, though I'm not sure when exactly.

Some previews:
http://www.gamespot.com/pc/rpg/faerylegendsofavalon/news.html?sid=6281915&mode=previews

http://uk.xbox360.ign.com/articles/112/1128096p1.html

http://www.examiner.com/video-game-industry-in-san-francisco/faery-legends-of-avalon-preview

[xSamhainx]

Me and Tigress have had our eye on this title for a while and it looks pretty good! thnks for the other previews Anderson

[curious]

its out today on gamersgate at least

[DoctorNarrative]

its out today on gamersgate at least

I wonder what "other DRM" is.

[Motoki]

It's on the official site's store too. Boxed version of the game is France only apparently, at least for now.

Would be nice if there was a demo, but it's only $15 so I'll probably just get it anyway.

[DoctorNarrative]

Would be nice if there was a demo, but it's only $15 so I'll probably just get it anyway.

Reading console reviews it sounds very short and ends with a cliffhanger, so I'm pretty wary now. Gamespot says 6 hours and most of the game is fetch quests.

[Motoki]

I ended up getting this anyway. Haven't gotten very far into it at all so can't comment on the length, but it's fun so far. I like the flying. Makes me wish more RPGs did more with the Z axis.

The DRM seems to be just a one time online activation. I didn't see any programs other than the game and Windows stuff running in the background. After I activated it I was able to play it without issue while disconnected from the internet also.

[Dasale]

"PC download". Yuck.

Okay, the majority will be fine with it, to be fair …

I have the localized box version of this game, as far I know it's a short RPG with a casual approach, a relatively high production value, relatively short but aimed to have more short follow up if it sells well enough. I haven't install it yet.

[xSamhainx]

We loved this game! The flying really adds another dimension to the fun of exploration, and made even the simple fetch-quests fun. It's an immersive world, and enjoyed my time in it w/ only some slight boredom in a middle stage aboard a ghost ship that was confusing due to lighting issues. The combat is light TBS, and the abilities that you get as your character levels depends on what physical morphs you choose. For instance, i gave mine a scorpion tail, which in turn granted her a poison sting type attack. I gave her horns, which enabled her a dual-fire ranged attack (where they literally act as a projectile attack!).

You must play it on a gamepad imo, it feels well suited to that. I personally wouldnt play it mouse/keyboard style.

[Alrik Fassbauer]

I have the localized box version of this game,

Sounds good.

Where have you bought it ?

[Motoki]

You must play it on a gamepad imo, it feels well suited to that. I personally wouldnt play it mouse/keyboard style.

The PC version actually has 3 options for the controls, gamepad (if you have one plugged in), just the keyboard (WASD etc) or just the mouse. I agree the game is well suited to a gamepad, but in lieu of that the exclusively mouse controlled mode is not bad either. The keyboard controls I do find rather clunky and aren't ideal

Sounds good.

Where have you bought it ?

I thought I remembered reading somewhere the boxed version was France only for now but I can't find the link anymore.

[DoctorNarrative]

The PC version actually has 3 options for the controls, gamepad (if you have one plugged in), just the keyboard (WASD etc) or just the mouse. I agree the game is well suited to a gamepad, but in lieu of that the exclusively mouse controlled mode is not bad either. The keyboard controls I do find rather clunky and aren't ideal

Is it MMO-style movement when flying? What I mean is you hold a mouse button to go forward and direct with the mouse itself.

[Dasale]

Sounds good.

Where have you bought it ?

Well in a physical shop in my country. And I don't see a multilanguage support on the box, ie it's in French only probably. This shop have an online store:
http://jeux-video.fnac.com/a3477083/Faery-Legends-of-Avalon-Jeu-PC

But again this box version seems be a French only version.

[joxer]

Don't have the gamepad, seen pics and trailers (let's call it that way), this looks interesting and is not expensive. I'll trust Motoki that I can have fun with the mouse only too. :)
Says this on the download page:

- Gorgeous graphics packed in a unique atmosphere.

- Explore mythical and magical places, meet plenty of colourful characters.

- Battle in turn-based fights, in the pure style of classic RPGs

- Develop your character through victory: choose new spells, skills, and find new equipment/

- Recruit charismatic companions to help you in your quest!


I'm not expecting another Zanzarah (was that the name?) but will for sure share impressions on this here afterwards. Who knows, maybe it's a hidden jewel.
Sold, I'm downloading it.

[Alrik Fassbauer]

I'm not expecting another Zanzarah (was that the name?)

Me as well. And yes, the name was indeed "Zanzarah". ;)

[Motoki]

Is it MMO-style movement when flying? What I mean is you hold a mouse button to go forward and direct with the mouse itself.

Yes that's how the mouse controls work. I don't really play MMOs so I suppose I haven't really encountered that style as much but it seems to work well with 3 axes, horizontal, vertical and up/down.

[Dasale]

Yes that's how the mouse controls work. I don't really play MMOs so I suppose I haven't really encountered that style as much but it seems to work well with 3 axes, horizontal, vertical and up/down.

Yeah that's a cool movement scheme, Morrowind used it for water moving if I remember well. That sort of movement is limited, no dodge and no backward, but with TB fights it doesn't matter I suppose.

If someone could make a remake of Po'ed, <whining>, ie simple horizontal movements like Doom, plus a burst to up, add few cinetic, plus heights limits, and that's a great control scheme allowing a high level of 3D design, ie movement in 3 dimensions.

[Motoki]

Yep, the combat is turn based so you really don't have to worry about dodging or moving during a fight. Actually, it's kind of refreshing to play a fully 3D game with nice graphics that's turn based. It seems to be rare these days.

[xSamhainx]

the way that I control the game, I'm zipping around, stop, then elevate while rotating to get a view of the surroundings, then dart forward to where I want to go, stop, elevate/descend while rotating, zip forward, drop/elevate, zip forward... it's not unlike how Ive seen a hummingbird move. It really is a unique method of movement that I cant say I've ever experienced before. great fun

[UDM]

Press info on this title looks to be scant. I haven't heard much news on its release, and almost mistook it for Vogel's Avadon. Looks like it will be worth trying out though judging by the praise going on here. Too bad the boxed version is only available in France. I'll pick it up on Gamersgate then.

[joxer]

Finished it. Yes, I did.
Kinda short game… But I'll probably replay it…

Desc?
It's not Zanzarah as I've suspected, and it's not Aveyond in 3D (hehe, couldn't resist to say this).
There are plenty of quests, battle is turnbased, mobs are not respawning. Thank god for that.
No voiceovers, music is not dramatic but mostly "calming".
Graphics could be better I admit that, but for this kind of game I won't be nitpicking as it's a port (is it?) from consoles, besides all 4 big locations you'll explore are beautifully designed.
There are classic fetch quests, kill mobs quests, but also find a certain spot ones. Now… Searching for some objects (even mobs) can take you a long time in some cases… But you won't get bored. It happens that while searching for those spots often you'll find a chest that you previously didn't see because you rushed! ;)

I played the game on normal and never died. Actually in only one fight one of my sidekicks got KOed. Because of this I'll probably replay the game on hard.
Not just now, because the game is pretty short even when you solve all quests, it's too early to replay it, I think.

In any case I say this game is worth more than just 15$.