To be honest? Them acknowledging Mana Khemia makes me want to buy this alone. Mana Khemia 1 was the very first RPG I played to completion, and its characters are ingrained in my heart for that reason.
I loved the Mana Khemia games. It's a shame they didn't carry on using that formula in future games. I really don't like the direction the games went in starting with Rorona.
@@shaneh87 Yeah, they kinda lost me when they started going to 3D models and abandoned sprites. Not that I don't understand that transition, but the atmosphere of each game changed with that as well starting with the PS3 generation. It went from an overall optimistic tone with some tragic undertones waiting to be discovered, to seemingly all happy all the time. I did enjoy Escha/Logy though, due to going for a combat system definitely inspired by Mana Khemia.
Gosh yeah I was so happy to see Vayne, and also a bit jealous that MK2 got 3 characters while MK just got Vayne (not counting Pamela cuz she's everywhere anyway), haha. Really loved MK.
i personally got really hyped when they announced that nelke will have city building aspect to it even though i never play games like sim city or city skylines lately the mobage i play have city building (valkyrie crusade) or room designing (imas CG, princess connect, etc) and i always spend way more time fiddling around the city/room than playing the actual game the town building is simple and easy to understand despite the lengthy tutorial give to us (was sweating a little there, lol) but what sold me the most is the resource management and how it seems like we're just the NPC visiting the alchemists in their atelier once in a while to chat or give assignments back in the main games while they are still going around exploring by themselves when we're not watching it's a refreshing experience so i want to say my hype was paid in full, and with some extra
I'm so happy you play the Atelier series!! Thank you for the review and detailed look at actual gameplay. You helped me make an informed purchase decision with no regrets! Nelke is a happy, rare mix of many things that I enjoy. 40 hours in and counting...
The change in gameplay just reminds me of Recettear's business management and its a nice change of pace. Still seems fun and oozes the Atelier style so will probably get it eventually
Just google which flower it’s a dianthus. Isn’t it also quite common in general for japanese media to use german words? I’m sure that Nier had also some german words. (But I may be wrong, I just occasionally google some words)
@@KuroiPK Fun fact: a dianthus/carnation has various meanings in flower language, depending on its color. The striped ribbons on Nelke's outfits remind me of a striped carnation, which is a symbol of rejecting love (as in, giving someone a striped carnation is a way to say "no thanks" to a date invitation). I haven't gotten to play the game yet, but I wonder if this symbolism plays into her character.
I cant believe that it has been 2 years ago since I first saw your video on drakengard and nier. The content has always been great Sophie, thank you so much
I "stumbled" on the video looking for reviews for Ateliers of the New World... and then I realized I've actually seen your Lore Summary of Drakengard and Nier. So, thanks for making this video! And I'm looking forward to more!
Would you say this game gives a decent impression of the characters that show up? Like, if I were to play it without having played the other games in the series, would this give me a solid look into their personalities and who they are? I've been interested in the series thanks to your videos, and it being on the switch has made it fairly accessible to me, so I was curious.
Yes! I havent played most of the games in the series, but so far most of the characters have given an great impression of themselves. And the ones I already knew, were written spot on, or very similalry as I remember them. Some stuff will fly over your head, if you haven't played the games but overall its a great way to choose which characters you might like.
I've never played any of the Atelier games, but I've watched your Atelier videos almost exclusively because of your love of them. How much you enjoy them really comes across through your excitement and knowledge. There are two things that may sway me into trying this one out: 1) City building and 2) The plethora of cute girls XD
I personally have only played one atelier game, but I really enjoyed it so when I saw this title in store I bought it on the spot, despite not knowing it would be a city sim. Still, I have been enjoying this game very much even though I'm unfamiliar with most of the older characters
Kinda funny that the game that is primarily for fans of the series has my interest the most since it's primarily not a turn based rpg. Oh well, looks cute and fun. Will check it out when it hits sale or gog
Wow, they butchered Totori and Meruru's model. Still, I'm glad that we get to see almost all characters/NPCs in previous Atelier games. I'm a huge Atelier fan and have played literally every version of Atelier games since Rorona (Original, Plus and Deluxe), and am looking forward to Nelke despite knowing its deviation from Atelier's standard synthesis-exploration cycle. But after watching your review, I think I'll wait for awhile before getting it, because I'm not all into the city building aspect of the game (at least from what I've seen). Plus my brain has been stuffed with too much Atelier games lately, having just finished Rorona DX last December, Totori DX recently, and maybe Meruru DX somewhere next month. I will still most likely get the game together with Atelier Lulua this coming May (
I look forward to hearing all your reviews even when they're often for titles like this where I never would've played on my own or even have heard of otherwise. Congrats on your 150k :)
ty sophie for introducing this game sophie. this type of game is my drugs lol i remember spending 100 of hours in harvest moon.. now i will lose another 100 in Nelke
great review!! i was one of the people curious about the switch up in gameplay / theme, but i'm still very intrigued in the game. i just wish the steam version had steam cloud enabled. ; 3 ; )
You really got me hooked on the Atelier series. I'm playing through Totori right now and excited for Lulua to come out. Thanks for introducing me to these games. Love your videos.
Happy Birthday Sophie, Wish you all the best in your life. Keep up on creating fun yet absurd review that weirdly nice to watch. Hope your channel keep growing, 1 million subscriber seem so far away, but it's getting closer day by day. May year to come will be better than year to past. Congrats. 🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂 🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂 🎂🎂🎂
Actually, Koei is the publisher, but not the developer. Pretty much all Atelier games are done by GUST. Koei Tecmo just acquired them a few years ago. Think Bungie (of Halo fame) when it was acquired by Microsoft.
Its been 3-4 months since I played my first Atelier game, and since then I've gotten through 4 of the games and counting, I'm absolutely in love with the series and will consume more Atelier in a heartbeat. What I mean to say is, thank you Sophie, for showing me the true way
Hmm...Though I usually avoid the 'time limit' Atelier games, I might pick this up because I enjoy city simulators. Plus getting to see some of my favorite characters from across the franchise is a nice plus. A question though. It was mentioned that you can send a party off to gather at places you have already been. Would you be able to send them off and go do other tasks while their doing that? Or even send them off to gather at a previous location while your leading a second party to an unexplored locale?
Heya, Aurora! I'm an avid JRPG fan. Been thinking about giving the Atelier series a chance. I got Switch, no PS4. Do you think Lydie & Suelle is a good way to get familiar with the series? Also, nice reviews and I enjoy listening to your voice, it's really nice! :)
I havent finished any of new atelier games, last one in the series I finished was Atelier Annie or Mana Khemia. I love this spin-off so much! Nostalgia of characters and city management, which I love. Honestly this is a perfect atelier game for me.
As a fan back when the Atelier series started. This game such a memory rush back when i first started playing the series. Definately a fan game that i personally couldn't recommend my friends if they never played an Atelier game before.
ahhhh that being said i do feel like the more latest Atelier games got more love than the older ones, but that could be me just focusing more on those characters.
I was scared to try the atelier series. I thought they were too wholesome and tame for me. Then i tried atelier Sophie. Spend 8h min maxing a single piece of armor, went on to obliterate foes who gave me trouble before and got some serious Fullmetal Alchemist vibes. All in all a great time. If the city building aspects are as intricate as alchemy was, this will be a blast.
I picked up a copy today and played a couple of hours and in terms of first impressions I'm loving, can't wait to meet up Firis, Totori and Cordelia. As a side note I'll be ecstatic if Tess, Elise, Melvia and Drossel all show up.
I LOVE THIS REVIEW. For the simple face that you took the game the same way as I did, It's not a main atelier game, its a spinoff to let you see and play with all your favorite characters. I kept hearing about how its worse than the main games and plays nothing like them, NO DUH. Idk I guess I just realized early before release what it was going to be, so it met and beat my expectations and I love it. But I'm terrible at it!
I am picky when it comes to simulation games, like I LOVED the farming one called Stardew Valley, but that's because it had more aspects besides farming, although that was fun too. Now I have played Mana Khemia and loved it, so when I first heard about this game and that Vayne was going to be in it, I was initially like, "WHEN CAN I GET THIS GAME!?", but hearing it was a simulation did give me pause. So I do have a question. How does each day 'end'? Like in Mana Khemia, those days ended either by character interaction on free days, doing a class, or on event days, when you completed an event. I do think if I do decide to get this game though, I'd rather play a few of the other Alterier games first. I just came from your Recommended list so I have an idea which ones I should try. That way I'll enjoy the character interactions more here. I heard the char name Pamela. You're talking about Pamela from Mana Khemia right? Even though she wasn't my fav party character in the game, she was definitely one of my favs to interact with lol.
Each "week" has a workday and a holiday (back to back, always). Workdays end when you click on the "do job" tab, holidays end when you finish exploring. It's a menu style game, so don't expect much (it's even measured in turns). I really recomend to play as many Ateliers as possible. I only played the last 9, and I really didn't got that invested until I found the ateliers I'm familiar with. Pamela is a recurrent character. So yes... but actually no. (As spoiler free as possible).
I bought Nelke thinking it was a "main-line game" lol. I knew it had city builder elements but I thought it would play a bit more like previous titles. Though I haven't put many hours into it I'm still glad I own it. On the upside Ryza looks good and it's coming out in a week or so.
Never played a atelier game before, but might pick this up. I have always been interested in the games so getting to meet characters from all the games feels like it could be a nice way to decide what games to start with.
Mana Khemia is a lot different to all the games that came after it. They might be worth trying out but honestly Mana Khemia is in a league of its own in terms of how good it was.
Ive only ever played Sophie so far, but got put off by the others with the time limit and tough grindy trophies. I wonder how the trophy list for this game will be, if it's reasonable I might give it a go, esp. since it's an independent title
after looking at your videos to see if this is a series I should try and get into, and seeing this review in particular makes me wish that there was an atelier game that played more like one of my favourite games of all time. Rune factory 4. The idea of a game about alchemy and going out to get materials for it and having an emphasis on characters over grand story. On paper sounds like they would play like Rune factory. Oh well, when RF4 comes out on the switch I can hang out with my BFF Dragon and go hunting for the perfect materials for my alchemical and smithing needs while tending to my farm.
I haven't played a ton of the games, but I love the series non-the-less, I had be actually been following this game but ended up forgetting the release date, lol. I'll certainly be picking it up when I get a chance. Just a fun fact, the first one I had played was Marie & Elie: Atelier Pair for the wonderswan. (Also how is the subscriber count not at like 500 thousand? You certainly deserve it)
This game has Raze and Vayne in it. I had a bit of a fan moment myself when I saw Vayne in your video. I got into the series through Cross Edge, which lead me to MK 2 and then to the Ateliers series. I honestly think I might have to buy this for the switch when I get it. Seems like a fun game to play on the road.
Never played an Ateliet game before, picked this up mostly because of the appeal of a city simulator with a great art style. Safe to say, I'll be picking up some other Atelier titles in the future because of how much I've enjoyed playing this
I like playing it on the Switch, but I can't imagine putting it on a big screen. It's got that "I could put this down anytime, but I just wanna do...one more...turn..." appeal on handheld for sure.
I wish I would have bought it for the switch (I bought is on PS4). It's still good, but mobile would be better. As for why PS4... well I have had some nasty glitches with Gust and I felt that a new console that they don't know that much would have more of them.
I just recently picked up Atelier Sophie after enough thinking and with help from your vids! I really liked the art style of the Mysterious series so I wanted to start there. I'm really loving it so far! I'm addicted to mixing things. I don't think this game in the video is quite for me.... Yet. I would like it to be because it looks like fun too! But I'd want to play the games and know the characters more. Probably gonna go for the Dusk series next~
Not into the Ateliers games at all here. I bought this for my Switch for the city simulator aspect. I'm sure there are better options out there, but I'm digging it so far. I'm on my third assigment I think now?
I was just looking for a good review of this game when this came up in subs. :3 Thank you. Also I am biased, I really like Sophie and wanted to see more of her.
Nelke = Carnation btw (12:26) Neu Boden District = New Ground District (thats just being lazy lol)also what is up with the ingredients randomly using the german name while others are in eng? (6:34 Zettel=note, 4:20 Eiche=oak)
As a big fan of the Atelier games I'm enjoying this and I don't really like city sims. The fan service and the light nature of the game is perfect for a anniversary game. Thanks for the review.
Hey Sophie! You've done a list of your favorite Atelier games, would you think a list of your favorite characters from the Atelier series would be a good video? Also I think a better analogy would be "going to see a band you know and love, but they're going to play a different genre of music."
Atelier has been one of those series I've been wanting to check out but just never seem to know when to jump in. It's probably best to start with a mainline title, but this does look like a cute game too!
Been loving this game... I'm addicted and trapped in a "just one more turn..." mentality. I'm also ODC about filling a district completely before moving on to the next. also it's the first Atelier game i've picked up, not a fan of the series, but I'm in that niche group would would pick it up because it's an atelier game, now I wanna go back an play the other games :D
...And they said the Marvel Cinematic Universe was the most ambitious crossover ever. Anywho, nice review!^.^ Looks like a game I might need to check out!
I fell in love with this series, and I will forever have you to blame. I can't wait to play every title in the series!! But I'm not thrilled about all the $$$$$$ I know I will drop on Atelier gamea...
I would advice Atelier Lydie & Suelle: Alchemists of the Mysterious Painting. Yes, like others may say it has a lot of mechanics for getting in to series for the first time but there is no time limit and big worlds to explore. This makes it great as a first game because you can literally do everything in the game with worrying about failing. So you can synthesize, gather, buy, battle, travel, do tasks, side stories, puzzle and unlock stuff as much or as little as you like. If you do fail you can always fix it again with some time and effort. Also you don't have to worry about not understanding everything right away when the game presents it to you. You will figure it out as you go along and have all the time to start doing things from that point forward. Just one advice, make sure to use multiple saves at chapter 8 and after that until till the end. Because only in the last chapters there is a time limit for different endings. But you can just go back to the last chapter without a time limit and be completely prepared to get your preferred ending. Hope you have fun
Your videos about Nier:Automata made me so curious that finally i bought it And wow i love this game so much Thank you really!!! I mean it's one of the best and emotional game i ever played ❤
Certainly a title that is going to appeal first to existing fans of the franchise. The game still retains enough _core_ aspects of the series, but streamlines everything to focus on the city building side of things rather than the crafting and exploring. The story is also less involved than main series entries but instead focuses on *lots* of small character events, though most of the other games aren't going for grandiose story telling either. I'm not sure if it's a great place to get new fans interested in any particular main entry apart from simply being introduced to all the characters, but it does well to setup the themes and hints of the various other stories. I'm about half done the game and even if it's in large part due to the fanservice, I rank it near the top of the list for my favorite in the franchise. That said, I'm not sure I'd want it to become a regular entry, but I wouldn't mind them doing a few more spin-off titles to explore the world(s) in different ways.
I've had my eye on the Atelier series for a while, I'm fortunate to learn that you're a fan of the series! Which of the games do you consider an optimal entry point for someone interested in getting into the game series?
I would advice Atelier Lydie & Suelle: Alchemists of the Mysterious Painting. Yes, like others may say it has a lot of mechanics for getting in to series for the first time but there is no time limit and big worlds to explore. This makes it great as a first game because you can literally do everything in the game with worrying about failing. So you can synthesize, gather, buy, battle, travel, do tasks, side stories, puzzle and unlock stuff as much or as little as you like. If you do fail you can always fix it again with some time and effort. Also you don't have to worry about not understanding everything right away when the game presents it to you. You will figure it out as you go along and have all the time to start doing things from that point forward. Just one advice, make sure to use multiple saves at chapter 8 and after that until till the end. Because only in the last chapters there is a time limit for different endings. But you can just go back to the last chapter without a time limit and be completely prepared to get your preferred ending. Hope you have fun
@@dancesurfer9922 Are time limits a thing that pop up in many other entries? I never like working under a time crunch, depending on the leeway you get. And really, multiple saves is just a good general habit isn't it?
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Congrats with 150k subs, you deserve it
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To be honest? Them acknowledging Mana Khemia makes me want to buy this alone. Mana Khemia 1 was the very first RPG I played to completion, and its characters are ingrained in my heart for that reason.
I loved the Mana Khemia games. It's a shame they didn't carry on using that formula in future games. I really don't like the direction the games went in starting with Rorona.
@@shaneh87 Yeah, they kinda lost me when they started going to 3D models and abandoned sprites. Not that I don't understand that transition, but the atmosphere of each game changed with that as well starting with the PS3 generation. It went from an overall optimistic tone with some tragic undertones waiting to be discovered, to seemingly all happy all the time. I did enjoy Escha/Logy though, due to going for a combat system definitely inspired by Mana Khemia.
Same.. I still have the games though lol
I saw Vayne and instantly went on a 'WHERE IS MY MANA KHEMIA PC PORT!?' self rant. I have my original ps2 copy but would LOVE a pc port.
Gosh yeah I was so happy to see Vayne, and also a bit jealous that MK2 got 3 characters while MK just got Vayne (not counting Pamela cuz she's everywhere anyway), haha. Really loved MK.
I don't even play the atelier series wonder why I am here.
Maybe for that asmr quality voice.
Congrats for 150K.
same
Same same, I watch all these video... never played the games aside from the DS game but I want to start.
Good review and ASMR voice, what's there to not like?
me too, but i like city builders, maybe yt algoritm get that and recommend xD should i try this game?
I decided to give this series a try because of you and I LOVE IT! Thank you!
i personally got really hyped when they announced that nelke will have city building aspect to it even though i never play games like sim city or city skylines
lately the mobage i play have city building (valkyrie crusade) or room designing (imas CG, princess connect, etc) and i always spend way more time fiddling around the city/room than playing the actual game
the town building is simple and easy to understand despite the lengthy tutorial give to us (was sweating a little there, lol)
but what sold me the most is the resource management and how it seems like we're just the NPC visiting the alchemists in their atelier once in a while to chat or give assignments back in the main games while they are still going around exploring by themselves when we're not watching
it's a refreshing experience
so i want to say
my hype was paid in full, and with some extra
The excitement is shown when you speak of Atelier games and its so exciting to watch ^^ your content is exciting overall :) You Rock!
Thanks on spending the time to focus on this modest series when everyone else is talking about Sekiro and DMC 5 (both good games!). Love this channel.
I'm so happy you play the Atelier series!! Thank you for the review and detailed look at actual gameplay. You helped me make an informed purchase decision with no regrets! Nelke is a happy, rare mix of many things that I enjoy. 40 hours in and counting...
The change in gameplay just reminds me of Recettear's business management and its a nice change of pace. Still seems fun and oozes the Atelier style so will probably get it eventually
That is a great analogy. And Recettear is an awesome game as well!
Nelke actually is a German wird for a flower and you’re pronouncing it quite good :D
Doesn't Atelier borrow quite a few German words? :)
Just google which flower it’s a dianthus.
Isn’t it also quite common in general for japanese media to use german words? I’m sure that Nier had also some german words. (But I may be wrong, I just occasionally google some words)
@@KuroiPK Panzer Kunst - Alita: Battle Angel.
It's "Nelleke" in Holland and "Nele" here in Flanders. I think we had three Nele's back in kindergarten.
@@KuroiPK Fun fact: a dianthus/carnation has various meanings in flower language, depending on its color. The striped ribbons on Nelke's outfits remind me of a striped carnation, which is a symbol of rejecting love (as in, giving someone a striped carnation is a way to say "no thanks" to a date invitation).
I haven't gotten to play the game yet, but I wonder if this symbolism plays into her character.
I cant believe that it has been 2 years ago since I first saw your video on drakengard and nier. The content has always been great Sophie, thank you so much
I "stumbled" on the video looking for reviews for Ateliers of the New World... and then I realized I've actually seen your Lore Summary of Drakengard and Nier. So, thanks for making this video! And I'm looking forward to more!
Would you say this game gives a decent impression of the characters that show up? Like, if I were to play it without having played the other games in the series, would this give me a solid look into their personalities and who they are? I've been interested in the series thanks to your videos, and it being on the switch has made it fairly accessible to me, so I was curious.
Yes! I havent played most of the games in the series, but so far most of the characters have given an great impression of themselves. And the ones I already knew, were written spot on, or very similalry as I remember them. Some stuff will fly over your head, if you haven't played the games but overall its a great way to choose which characters you might like.
I've never played any of the Atelier games, but I've watched your Atelier videos almost exclusively because of your love of them. How much you enjoy them really comes across through your excitement and knowledge. There are two things that may sway me into trying this one out: 1) City building and 2) The plethora of cute girls XD
I personally have only played one atelier game, but I really enjoyed it so when I saw this title in store I bought it on the spot, despite not knowing it would be a city sim. Still, I have been enjoying this game very much even though I'm unfamiliar with most of the older characters
SOPHIE IS A WEEEEEB! *shot* Great review! I haven't played Atelier since Escha and Logy, congrats on 150k!
@@jatnierdorta i love animu
If you want to be technical it's a Game Not a Anime
@@Next-xm2dh yes
What so bad about weeeb?
Is she is an alchemist and firis teacher, isn't her?
I get dark cloud 1 vibes from this game. I love dark cloud on ps2 so much.
You have the most beautiful voice i have ever heard. Found this channel today and watched all videos just because of it
Wish I could get into these games. Thanks again for your videos
I loved your Review, you are so charismatic and gained a new subscriber
Kinda funny that the game that is primarily for fans of the series has my interest the most since it's primarily not a turn based rpg.
Oh well, looks cute and fun. Will check it out when it hits sale or gog
Oooh! Vayne and Pamela from my favorite Atelier game!
This actually looks fun... (That maid is very cute too)
Wow, they butchered Totori and Meruru's model. Still, I'm glad that we get to see almost all characters/NPCs in previous Atelier games.
I'm a huge Atelier fan and have played literally every version of Atelier games since Rorona (Original, Plus and Deluxe), and am looking forward to Nelke despite knowing its deviation from Atelier's standard synthesis-exploration cycle. But after watching your review, I think I'll wait for awhile before getting it, because I'm not all into the city building aspect of the game (at least from what I've seen). Plus my brain has been stuffed with too much Atelier games lately, having just finished Rorona DX last December, Totori DX recently, and maybe Meruru DX somewhere next month. I will still most likely get the game together with Atelier Lulua this coming May (
Burnt out after atelier meruru
Too many version too buy & too many games to play, so wait for discount & and stuff
I look forward to hearing all your reviews even when they're often for titles like this where I never would've played on my own or even have heard of otherwise. Congrats on your 150k :)
ty sophie for introducing this game sophie. this type of game is my drugs lol i remember spending 100 of hours in harvest moon.. now i will lose another 100 in Nelke
congratulations sophie on 150k sub. i been here since 10 - 15k sub ishe, you deserve it
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great review!! i was one of the people curious about the switch up in gameplay / theme, but i'm still very intrigued in the game. i just wish the steam version had steam cloud enabled. ; 3 ; )
You really got me hooked on the Atelier series. I'm playing through Totori right now and excited for Lulua to come out. Thanks for introducing me to these games. Love your videos.
Mana Khemia bois, where we at?
There's at least one other out there, yeah...?
*comes crashing in*
Comrade!
I finally get to play a game with Marie and Schia?! I'm so in!
Happy Birthday Sophie, Wish you all the best in your life. Keep up on creating fun yet absurd review that weirdly nice to watch. Hope your channel keep growing, 1 million subscriber seem so far away, but it's getting closer day by day. May year to come will be better than year to past. Congrats.
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Knowing this is a Koei Tecmo game, I can't help but think of this game as "Atelier Empires," since they're the publishers of the Warriors franchise.
Actually, Koei is the publisher, but not the developer. Pretty much all Atelier games are done by GUST. Koei Tecmo just acquired them a few years ago. Think Bungie (of Halo fame) when it was acquired by Microsoft.
Thanks to your excitement for this series I am slowly getting into it. You're awesome!
i am so jealous of your voice, its so cute! fits so well with the game you're reviewing
I don't even play the Atelier series but I needed to hear your asmrish voice lmao. Still kept coming back to your Nier vids. Love ya sis. 😘
Its been 3-4 months since I played my first Atelier game, and since then I've gotten through 4 of the games and counting, I'm absolutely in love with the series and will consume more Atelier in a heartbeat. What I mean to say is, thank you Sophie, for showing me the true way
Hmm...Though I usually avoid the 'time limit' Atelier games, I might pick this up because I enjoy city simulators. Plus getting to see some of my favorite characters from across the franchise is a nice plus.
A question though. It was mentioned that you can send a party off to gather at places you have already been. Would you be able to send them off and go do other tasks while their doing that? Or even send them off to gather at a previous location while your leading a second party to an unexplored locale?
Heya, Aurora! I'm an avid JRPG fan. Been thinking about giving the Atelier series a chance. I got Switch, no PS4. Do you think Lydie & Suelle is a good way to get familiar with the series? Also, nice reviews and I enjoy listening to your voice, it's really nice! :)
I havent finished any of new atelier games, last one in the series I finished was Atelier Annie or Mana Khemia. I love this spin-off so much! Nostalgia of characters and city management, which I love. Honestly this is a perfect atelier game for me.
As a fan back when the Atelier series started. This game such a memory rush back when i first started playing the series. Definately a fan game that i personally couldn't recommend my friends if they never played an Atelier game before.
ahhhh that being said i do feel like the more latest Atelier games got more love than the older ones, but that could be me just focusing more on those characters.
So like Meruru, Rorona with the time period jobs, with a more extreme version of Ni no kuni 2 with the work placement.
Congrats on 150k Sophie you earned it
I was scared to try the atelier series.
I thought they were too wholesome and tame for me. Then i tried atelier Sophie.
Spend 8h min maxing a single piece of armor, went on to obliterate foes who gave me trouble before and got some serious Fullmetal Alchemist vibes. All in all a great time.
If the city building aspects are as intricate as alchemy was, this will be a blast.
Same, I started Atelier Ayesha after finding this channel, really enjoying it.
I picked up a copy today and played a couple of hours and in terms of first impressions I'm loving, can't wait to meet up Firis, Totori and Cordelia. As a side note I'll be ecstatic if Tess, Elise, Melvia and Drossel all show up.
I LOVE THIS REVIEW.
For the simple face that you took the game the same way as I did, It's not a main atelier game, its a spinoff to let you see and play with all your favorite characters.
I kept hearing about how its worse than the main games and plays nothing like them, NO DUH.
Idk I guess I just realized early before release what it was going to be, so it met and beat my expectations and I love it. But I'm terrible at it!
I am picky when it comes to simulation games, like I LOVED the farming one called Stardew Valley, but that's because it had more aspects besides farming, although that was fun too. Now I have played Mana Khemia and loved it, so when I first heard about this game and that Vayne was going to be in it, I was initially like, "WHEN CAN I GET THIS GAME!?", but hearing it was a simulation did give me pause. So I do have a question. How does each day 'end'? Like in Mana Khemia, those days ended either by character interaction on free days, doing a class, or on event days, when you completed an event.
I do think if I do decide to get this game though, I'd rather play a few of the other Alterier games first. I just came from your Recommended list so I have an idea which ones I should try. That way I'll enjoy the character interactions more here.
I heard the char name Pamela. You're talking about Pamela from Mana Khemia right? Even though she wasn't my fav party character in the game, she was definitely one of my favs to interact with lol.
Each "week" has a workday and a holiday (back to back, always). Workdays end when you click on the "do job" tab, holidays end when you finish exploring. It's a menu style game, so don't expect much (it's even measured in turns).
I really recomend to play as many Ateliers as possible. I only played the last 9, and I really didn't got that invested until I found the ateliers I'm familiar with.
Pamela is a recurrent character. So yes... but actually no. (As spoiler free as possible).
I bought Nelke thinking it was a "main-line game" lol. I knew it had city builder elements but I thought it would play a bit more like previous titles. Though I haven't put many hours into it I'm still glad I own it. On the upside Ryza looks good and it's coming out in a week or so.
Not sure if this was asked before but are the intro and outro of your videos soundtracks or originals? They are so beautiful ^__^
Never played a atelier game before, but might pick this up. I have always been interested in the games so getting to meet characters from all the games feels like it could be a nice way to decide what games to start with.
My wife loves city sims and we've both played at least 1 or 2 atelier games, so I'm definitely gifting this to her.
Good god that intro is majestic
I've only really played Mana Khemia, so this one may not be for me, but I enjoyed the review!
Mana Khemia is a lot different to all the games that came after it. They might be worth trying out but honestly Mana Khemia is in a league of its own in terms of how good it was.
Ive only ever played Sophie so far, but got put off by the others with the time limit and tough grindy trophies. I wonder how the trophy list for this game will be, if it's reasonable I might give it a go, esp. since it's an independent title
after looking at your videos to see if this is a series I should try and get into, and seeing this review in particular makes me wish that there was an atelier game that played more like one of my favourite games of all time. Rune factory 4.
The idea of a game about alchemy and going out to get materials for it and having an emphasis on characters over grand story. On paper sounds like they would play like Rune factory. Oh well, when RF4 comes out on the switch I can hang out with my BFF Dragon and go hunting for the perfect materials for my alchemical and smithing needs while tending to my farm.
I haven't played a ton of the games, but I love the series non-the-less, I had be actually been following this game but ended up forgetting the release date, lol. I'll certainly be picking it up when I get a chance.
Just a fun fact, the first one I had played was Marie & Elie: Atelier Pair for the wonderswan.
(Also how is the subscriber count not at like 500 thousand? You certainly deserve it)
sophie you are real FAST with that review, game got released just yesterday!
This game has Raze and Vayne in it. I had a bit of a fan moment myself when I saw Vayne in your video. I got into the series through Cross Edge, which lead me to MK 2 and then to the Ateliers series. I honestly think I might have to buy this for the switch when I get it. Seems like a fun game to play on the road.
Never played an Ateliet game before, picked this up mostly because of the appeal of a city simulator with a great art style. Safe to say, I'll be picking up some other Atelier titles in the future because of how much I've enjoyed playing this
gonna buy this at some point. cant wait for atelier lulua
I like playing it on the Switch, but I can't imagine putting it on a big screen. It's got that "I could put this down anytime, but I just wanna do...one more...turn..." appeal on handheld for sure.
I wish I would have bought it for the switch (I bought is on PS4). It's still good, but mobile would be better.
As for why PS4... well I have had some nasty glitches with Gust and I felt that a new console that they don't know that much would have more of them.
Oh god, it's like a review, tutorial and ad at the same time.
Holly.
I like your dedication to niche jrpgs
I just recently picked up Atelier Sophie after enough thinking and with help from your vids! I really liked the art style of the Mysterious series so I wanted to start there. I'm really loving it so far! I'm addicted to mixing things. I don't think this game in the video is quite for me.... Yet. I would like it to be because it looks like fun too! But I'd want to play the games and know the characters more. Probably gonna go for the Dusk series next~
Nice review! Thanks for giving the Atelier series some spotlight.
Always a joy to hear your voice.
Also the game looks cute, something to look forward to, it seems.
Man... I'm in cloud 9 now. I love the Atelier games AND city sims! Now I can have my cake and eat it too!
Not into the Ateliers games at all here. I bought this for my Switch for the city simulator aspect. I'm sure there are better options out there, but I'm digging it so far. I'm on my third assigment I think now?
Atelier + Dark Cloud? Yes please!
I’ve always meant to get into one of these games. I love the designs of them and this looks like a great love letter to fans.
I was just looking for a good review of this game when this came up in subs. :3 Thank you.
Also I am biased, I really like Sophie and wanted to see more of her.
Nelke = Carnation btw
(12:26) Neu Boden District = New Ground District (thats just being lazy lol)also what is up with the ingredients randomly using the german name while others are in eng? (6:34 Zettel=note, 4:20 Eiche=oak)
As a big fan of the Atelier games I'm enjoying this and I don't really like city sims. The fan service and the light nature of the game is perfect for a anniversary game. Thanks for the review.
Congratz on getting the game before release date! That is super awesome!
Sophie, will you review Crystar when it comes out? It kinda seems like your style.
You got recognized by the publisher already. Nice.
Hey Sophie!
You've done a list of your favorite Atelier games, would you think a list of your favorite characters from the Atelier series would be a good video?
Also I think a better analogy would be "going to see a band you know and love, but they're going to play a different genre of music."
Atelier has been one of those series I've been wanting to check out but just never seem to know when to jump in.
It's probably best to start with a mainline title, but this does look like a cute game too!
Been loving this game... I'm addicted and trapped in a "just one more turn..." mentality. I'm also ODC about filling a district completely before moving on to the next.
also it's the first Atelier game i've picked up, not a fan of the series, but I'm in that niche group would would pick it up because it's an atelier game, now I wanna go back an play the other games :D
Congrats on 150k subscribers I got here on 100k and I can say that it is an honor being one of your subscribers.
Loved your cameo on Indeimaus's video!
And now the day is better and brighter!
Good review! I'm looking forward to my limited edition to come in the mail.
...And they said the Marvel Cinematic Universe was the most ambitious crossover ever.
Anywho, nice review!^.^ Looks like a game I might need to check out!
3:33 VAYNE?! IS THAT MY BOY VAYNE?!!! YOOOOOOO! What is he doing here?! Does Alchemist of Al-Revis exist in the same world as this one?!
Nope. Apparently he and the other Atelier characters got teletransported to Nelke's world for some Deus Ex Machina reason.
You should do asmr i always sleep when I heard yor voice valkyrie 😂
GG for 150k \o/
Wonderful review! However I always thought the "r" in Atelier is supposed to be silent?
I fell in love with this series, and I will forever have you to blame. I can't wait to play every title in the series!! But I'm not thrilled about all the $$$$$$ I know I will drop on Atelier gamea...
I've wanted to get into this series for a while, but I have absolutely no idea where to start. Would you have any recommendations?
I would advice Atelier Lydie & Suelle: Alchemists of the Mysterious Painting.
Yes, like others may say it has a lot of mechanics for getting in to series for the first time but there is no time limit and big worlds to explore. This makes it great as a first game because you can literally do everything in the game with worrying about failing. So you can synthesize, gather, buy, battle, travel, do tasks, side stories, puzzle and unlock stuff as much or as little as you like. If you do fail you can always fix it again with some time and effort. Also you don't have to worry about not understanding everything right away when the game presents it to you. You will figure it out as you go along and have all the time to start doing things from that point forward.
Just one advice, make sure to use multiple saves at chapter 8 and after that until till the end. Because only in the last chapters there is a time limit for different endings. But you can just go back to the last chapter without a time limit and be completely prepared to get your preferred ending. Hope you have fun
This looks like such a wholesome game, shit I gotta get into Ateiler I just haven't gotten around to it (neither has my money...)
Your videos about Nier:Automata made me so curious that finally i bought it
And wow i love this game so much
Thank you really!!! I mean it's one of the best and emotional game i ever played ❤
Here because of the Epic Indeimaus impression. xD thanks for that.
This actually sounds like so much fun! :o
I want to play this game if only for the outfit designs lol, this all looks so pretty
Certainly a title that is going to appeal first to existing fans of the franchise. The game still retains enough _core_ aspects of the series, but streamlines everything to focus on the city building side of things rather than the crafting and exploring. The story is also less involved than main series entries but instead focuses on *lots* of small character events, though most of the other games aren't going for grandiose story telling either. I'm not sure if it's a great place to get new fans interested in any particular main entry apart from simply being introduced to all the characters, but it does well to setup the themes and hints of the various other stories.
I'm about half done the game and even if it's in large part due to the fanservice, I rank it near the top of the list for my favorite in the franchise. That said, I'm not sure I'd want it to become a regular entry, but I wouldn't mind them doing a few more spin-off titles to explore the world(s) in different ways.
omg i've missed this intro :D
Cool. Thank you for this very clear review .
Mana Khemia kind of look battle system
Can you still get the dlc Town Building 5-Item Set?
I've had my eye on the Atelier series for a while, I'm fortunate to learn that you're a fan of the series!
Which of the games do you consider an optimal entry point for someone interested in getting into the game series?
I would advice Atelier Lydie & Suelle: Alchemists of the Mysterious Painting.
Yes, like others may say it has a lot of mechanics for getting in to series for the first time but there is no time limit and big worlds to explore. This makes it great as a first game because you can literally do everything in the game with worrying about failing. So you can synthesize, gather, buy, battle, travel, do tasks, side stories, puzzle and unlock stuff as much or as little as you like. If you do fail you can always fix it again with some time and effort. Also you don't have to worry about not understanding everything right away when the game presents it to you. You will figure it out as you go along and have all the time to start doing things from that point forward.
Just one advice, make sure to use multiple saves at chapter 8 and after that until till the end. Because only in the last chapters there is a time limit for different endings. But you can just go back to the last chapter without a time limit and be completely prepared to get your preferred ending. Hope you have fun
@@dancesurfer9922 Are time limits a thing that pop up in many other entries?
I never like working under a time crunch, depending on the leeway you get.
And really, multiple saves is just a good general habit isn't it?
@@gamemaniac2013 Half of the mainline games have time limits in one form or another. The other half doesn't.