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| From: Square Enix
Category: Video Games
List Price: $39.99
Buy New: $32.46
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New (33) Used (10) from $29.95
Avg. Customer Rating:  46 reviews
Sales Rank: 426
Platform: Nintendo Ds
ESRB: Teen
Media: Video Game
Batteries Included: No
Age: 12 - 20 years
Operating System: Nintendo DS
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0 x 0
MPN: 90801
UPC: 662248908014
EAN: 0662248908014
ASIN: B00136MBHA
Release Date: April 22, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 overrated August 21, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I thought I might like the game based on all the excellent reviews, even at sites like Gamespot. I really wanted to like this as well, especially because of how unique it looked. But unique was as far as it got. There's a reason why Square's FF series was able to survive so long--the formula works. It's fun, it's an epic adventure always with an amazing soundtrack. Not so much with TWEWY. Granted, I'm still in the earlier parts of the game, which should be kept in mind for the following...but I'm not even motivated enough to continue unless I'm super bored.
Graphics
The graphics are...interesting. The character design definitely resembles Kingdom Hearts, which is one of the reasons why I thought it may be up to par. However the more I look at it, the more I don't really like the style of the drawings. Reminds me more of how people draw anime when they first start--random folds in the shirts everywhere that don't fit, Neku's turtleneck thing that covers up the mouth, etc. But that's just a personal pet peeve.
Characters and storyline
Ugh. The characters are sooo boring. I feel like I'm playing some game made for emo kids (cough Neku cough). The chars seem shallow and I don't have much desire to learn more about them. I'm really surprised at this since Square usually produces such deep characters in their traditional rpgs. And usually it's the characters and their story that make a game great for me. If you don't connect with the characters on some common human level, then any book/game/movie/etc can be boring. The exaggerated reactions were annoying too.
The storyline is at least -somewhat- unique. I liked all the real Shibuya elements that were incorporated.
Sound
Very unforgettable soundtrack. It's all random hip hop pop songs. I know it's suppose to fit the whole Shibuya thing, but it's just background noise to me, and doesn't really fit with what's going on anyway. Just turn on your mp3 and listen to that instead. I didn't like the voice acting.
Gameplay
Eh. It's ok I guess. Again, of course it's unique. But maybe it hasn't been done before for a reason. I don't know about others but although the 2 screen fight system seems cool and makes you feel like you're somehow awesome and multitasking, it is really simplistic and most of the time ends up as button mashing for me. Unfortunately it usually works better than trying to concentrate on both screens.
Overall
Definitely try before you buy. Also go on your gut feeling and not the reviews. If you don't like the art style or the whole emo bit, you probably won't like it. Some people may like the soundtrack--I didn't. It's completely different from other Square games, with only the character design slightly the same. Mostly feels like a game marketed towards the younger crowds...
Of course I had pretty high expectations of this game, so maybe not being as awesome as I'd hoped made it seem worse. Disappointed overall, but I guess I'll finish it at some point since I bought it. Hopefully my review will change as I get into it more.
A cool DS game! August 20, 2008
The World Ends with you has a little of everything. It has a steady plot with twists and great art styles. Its not very difficult to play that the risk/reward system is nice. The harder it is the more you get; makes sense.
The game also reps the Shibuya district of Tokyo very well as trends, fashion, and style are like a life blood their. Even the characters take this on by what they wear and such.
I would recommend this game to those who like Japanese culture or are a fan of Kingdom Hearts as well as other related games.
5 stars hands down!
Simply Amazing August 19, 2008
Stop reading my review and buy this game! The World Ends With You is the best RPG since Kingdom Hearts! I've been waiting for a fantastic RPG to come out for ANY system and this just blew me away. This game came out of nowhere and took me by surprise.
The art style is amazing, very cool and well done, so incredibly detailed. It's also very innovative with it's fighting style and use of the stylus. The learning curve is very small and the combat is never boring. I've decided to stop this review, just buy this game, it's perfect, if you like amazing, original story (slightly complex), an amazing battle system and really cool little features that pop up all over the place, then you will love this game. It's long too, you get your money's worth! Gogogogo!
Longlasting RPG Fun August 13, 2008
The World Ends With You is an amazing RPG set in modern day Shibuya, a district of Tokyo. While the setting may be foreign to most readers here, the writing is such that it explains some of the nuances of the setting without ditching its Japanese roots.
The gameplay is decent. You control two different characters fighting in real time--one with the stylus and the other with the control pad. It is very hectic at first, but it lets you control the harder stylus character while the other goes on auto mode. But controlling both characters is fun when you master it.
The story is amazing. It reads like a short novel at times, and parts of the story have moved me. But that's all good things! I wouldn't pick up the game if you don't care to read a story. (There is voice acting, but only for select scenes.)
The game lasts for quite some time. If you are watching the game days go by and you're worried that the game will be over soon, don't worry, there is a ton of twists and the story seems to keep going and evolving. And when you finally beat the game, there is still yet more to discover. There are even "Xbox Live"-styled achievements to check off when you are done, such as defeating certain noise, collecting items, and there is even a hidden chapter.
Overall, the game is fresh, fun, new, and totally worth the relatively higher price.
wonderful ds game August 13, 2008
I've just finished playing the game and this is one game that I'll be keeping. At first, I was overwhelmed by the number of chaotic-looking items, pins, and battles. For battles, you have to use both hands and try to focus on both the top and bottom screens - it's a challenge. However, it gets easier after you get more familiar with noises, items and how use attacks. I would recommend saving your progress before going into battles (though you usually do not get any warning before having to battle anything other than noises). This game has a lot of dialogue, which gets annoying when you have to keep pressing the buttons to get going... but it is really the story that makes this game great, so don't skip everything. The graphics and music are also excellent. In addition, there is a side-story after you've beaten the game.
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