Serving as the final instalment in Gust’s Atelier “Dusk” trilogy, Koei Tecmo have today announced that Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea has begun making its way to retailers internationally. Currently only North American release is now available, with the game to be available in Europe from March 13th and Australia / New Zealand on March 12th.
This PlayStation 3 exclusive JRPG once again attempts to combine the various elements which have defined the series since it first launched on the PS3 with Atelier Rorona: Exploration, Battles, Life Tasks and Events, with a heavier emphasis on Alchemy/Synthesis than the earlier PS2 games. While I will save my opinion for the review which should be published in the next couple of days – there are numerous changes that have been purportedly made according to community feedback. One of the most significant changes is a removal of the controversial time-limit system, allowing players to enjoy the game at their own pace.
In Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea, players choose to play as either the reserved, mission-focused Shallistera– daughter of a tribal leader who embarks on a voyage to find a solution to a crisis affecting her homeland– or ambitious, energetic Shallotte, who has been struggling to bring success to the alchemy workshop since the passing of her father.
Amos Ip | SVP and General Manager of KOEI TECMO America
Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea brings the much loved Atelier Dusk series to a wonderful conclusion as players help two very different girls reach their dreams. It’s easier than ever for new players to get in and start playing while veteran fans will find deeper adventure and new battle options as they fulfill the girls’ intertwining stories.
Distribution of Atelier Shallie in Australia will be handled by the team at Mindscape.
