Breaking their silence for the last couple of months, North American video game publisher XSEED Games have confirmed that Ragnarok Odyssey ACE, an enhanced edition of the original PlayStation Vita title, will be available for purchase across North America from the 1st April 2014.
The PlayStation 3 edition will be available through both retail and digital distribution channels at a suggested retail price of $39.99. On the other hand, all launch units of the PlayStation Vita edition will ship with a bonus 25-song soundtrack at be available at the same price. A digital edition of the PlayStation Vita release will also be available without the soundtrack at a slightly reduced price of $34.99.
Ragnarok Odyssey ACE will provide players with an opportunity to experience cross-platform play between the PlayStation 3 system and PS Vita versions for the first time in the series. In addition, Ragnarok Odyssey ACE features a host of all-new content, including the Tower of Yggdrasil, an enormous ever-changing dungeon that will challenge players with different layouts and enemies each time they enter. Furthermore, players will utilize the new “ACE Skill” system, an arsenal of powerful new moves that can be unlocked when enemies drop the “Proof of Expertise” item.
Also new to Ragnarok Odyssey ACE are a dozen elite AI mercenaries. Solo players can recruit any two of these NPCs to fight at their side. AI mercenaries are available for hire in various classes and both genders, so players can pick and choose companions that offset or support their particular character.
Check out my review of the original Ragnarok Odyssey release from November 2012 HERE.
