We need some older Tales games ported to steam

[CentroXer]

The next Tales game will be a few years off. I hope they can port some older games to PC meanwhile.

[Uzkniso o.o]

Yup, that's the general idea of Tales of community - is that we need more of these games on pc.

[CentroXer]

Originally posted by Uzkniso o.o:

Yup, that's the general idea of Tales of community - is that we need more of these games on pc.

I want

Tales of Hearts R
Tales of the Abyss
Tales of Graces F
Xillia games

Etc

[Xengre]

Tales of Abyss. Get rid of those nasty load times and give people a good story, assuming it doesn't get review bombed because of the first couple of hours everyone wants to see Luke die painfully.

[miha4406]

Yeah, ps3 exclusives. But that is hardly possible, unless they use emulation.

[Doom_Cookies]

Originally posted by Xengre:

assuming it doesn't get review bombed because of the first couple of hours everyone wants to see Luke die painfully.

Oh, but it absolutely would, lol.

[Xengre]

Originally posted by Doom_Cookies:

Originally posted by Xengre:

assuming it doesn't get review bombed because of the first couple of hours everyone wants to see Luke die painfully.

Oh, but it absolutely would, lol.

For sure. I'm super patient with games but nearly quit that one, myself, way back when I played it. Glad I did not but man Luke's behavior early on just wow.

[Arrogant Player]

Tales of Collection, $999.99

[Star Taker ✨]

tbh i wouldnt mind, as a relatively new player who doesnt know how to download or get these games, having them here on steam would be good

[Xengre]

Originally posted by Oreo Boy 07:

tbh i wouldnt mind, as a relatively new player who doesnt know how to download or get these games, having them here on steam would be good

Well, if the alternative to Steam you are suggesting is emulation that would be illegal anyways. Steam is a good option though it isn't clear why they have solid support for some Tales of titles but not several others years later, especially anything not available on PC post Symphonia.

If you are looking for some other games to check out, btw, considering your tastes if you haven't already tried them check the Ys series (such as Ys VIII Lacrimosa, etc.), Code Vein, Furi, Nier, Monster Hunter, God Eater, and Star Ocean 4. If you haven't already played them, that is, then they might appeal to you.

[Star Taker ✨]

Originally posted by Xengre:

Originally posted by Oreo Boy 07:

tbh i wouldnt mind, as a relatively new player who doesnt know how to download or get these games, having them here on steam would be good

Well, if the alternative to Steam you are suggesting is emulation that would be illegal anyways. Steam is a good option though it isn't clear why they have solid support for some Tales of titles but not several others years later, especially anything not available on PC post Symphonia.

If you are looking for some other games to check out, btw, considering your tastes if you haven't already tried them check the Ys series (such as Ys VIII Lacrimosa, etc.), Code Vein, Furi, Nier, Monster Hunter, God Eater, and Star Ocean 4. If you haven't already played them, that is, then they might appeal to you.

the tales game i played the most is Arise if im being honest, but Ys series does look promising, i did play nier (both of them) and code vein, the 2 things i liked the most about tales of arise was the combat and the characters, the characters had such a good connection and you could see it everywhere, even during combat and i loved that, i just kinda wonder if theres anything else like that

[Arrogant Player]

Originally posted by Oreo Boy 07:

Originally posted by Xengre:

Well, if the alternative to Steam you are suggesting is emulation that would be illegal anyways. Steam is a good option though it isn't clear why they have solid support for some Tales of titles but not several others years later, especially anything not available on PC post Symphonia.

If you are looking for some other games to check out, btw, considering your tastes if you haven't already tried them check the Ys series (such as Ys VIII Lacrimosa, etc.), Code Vein, Furi, Nier, Monster Hunter, God Eater, and Star Ocean 4. If you haven't already played them, that is, then they might appeal to you.

the tales game i played the most is Arise if im being honest, but Ys series does look promising, i did play nier (both of them) and code vein, the 2 things i liked the most about tales of arise was the combat and the characters, the characters had such a good connection and you could see it everywhere, even during combat and i loved that, i just kinda wonder if theres anything else like that

Thats because Tales of Arise is a premium RPG worth $109.99 and has had such a high level of developmental resources poured into it that it should be at the $200 price point except for them generously wanting to provide a bargain, so you wont see this level of quality and character development in trash budget RPGs like Y's

[Musou]

Destiny 1&2, Eternia, Rebirth, Legendia, Abyss and Innocence R would be neat,

[DRUNK_CANADIAN]

I really struggle with the old jank/roughness of older titles these days, but some of the more recent installments sure....(beyond what we already have)

[Xengre]

Originally posted by Oreo Boy 07:

Originally posted by Xengre:

Well, if the alternative to Steam you are suggesting is emulation that would be illegal anyways. Steam is a good option though it isn't clear why they have solid support for some Tales of titles but not several others years later, especially anything not available on PC post Symphonia.

If you are looking for some other games to check out, btw, considering your tastes if you haven't already tried them check the Ys series (such as Ys VIII Lacrimosa, etc.), Code Vein, Furi, Nier, Monster Hunter, God Eater, and Star Ocean 4. If you haven't already played them, that is, then they might appeal to you.

the tales game i played the most is Arise if im being honest, but Ys series does look promising, i did play nier (both of them) and code vein, the 2 things i liked the most about tales of arise was the combat and the characters, the characters had such a good connection and you could see it everywhere, even during combat and i loved that, i just kinda wonder if theres anything else like that

Final Fantasy XV has a really good main cast (the four dudes) and their interactions and brotherhood during the roadtrip story are pretty great. The combat can be enjoyable in its action oriented state as long as you do side quests though can also be a bit on the simpler mindless side depending on how you approach it (and the core story is, frankly, waaaaay the heck under leveled enemies so you have to do side content for any real challenge and monster hunts can wear on you at times). The core story isn't fantastic (basically way unfinished) but I'm advising it for the characters, possible action combat enjoyment (has more depth then some realize like blindside/counters bypassing defense, weapon element/type for uber dmg, etc.), and epic visuals/sight seeing. It is a mix of some nice stuff as long as you aren't walking into it setting your expectations too high as it is an unfinished product.

For character interactions... If you want something that has romance and a female lead very similar to Shionne on many levels (personality wise, some elements of her past and situation, etc.) but superior romance/character development I recommend Ar Tonelico II for PS2 and pick the character Cloche as the female lead early on when it gives you a choice, but you obviously need a PS2. I can safely say it has some of the best romance and character development of any JRPG (actually has several story routes/heroines). Combat is interesting (might be too hard for most but there are tricks/cheese to get past any hard parts if need be). It doesn't feature a huge main cast, but the few it has are well done. Mentioning this game just in case that is ever an option for you.

Ys VIII Lacrimosa fills your Tales of Arise needs probably with several side characters but most of all excellent main cast with all of them being quite well done. They have good interactions and great combat. I've not played the newest Ys game, yet, so I cannot directly comment on that but of all the prior Ys games they are more for Souls like experience than Arise like experience with Lacrimosa being the exception much closer to Arise. I will warn you, though, the story is a bit lopsided. You get a TON of freedom in the earlier part of the game without significant story development until the last 1/3rd of the game, at which point it crams the majority of the story in the last few chapters (also you, literally, have to achieve the best true ending otherwise the ending is literally a massive ball of WTF fail, but that ending is actually very easy to get). However, main story pacing aside plenty of character interactions.

Persona 4 and 5 (on Steam) might fit some of your needs, but it isn't action based combat mind you (though the combat is well loved by many so it isn't bad). These are incredibly time consuming games to 100%, mind you, as they progress in a real life fashion on a calendar day by day basis... You attend school, outside school activities (per your choice), nighttime dungeons, etc. Can build relationships, etc.

It is too bad Star Ocean 2 and 3 aren't on PC... those would be instant recommendations, but they're for some other systems.

.hack//G.U. Last Recode is a bit of a stretch but "might" also be worth checking out. Basically a remake, on Steam, of the three original games plus an original addition. They play out as continued stories with data transfer to each one as they are basically one super massive game (which made combining them into one for the re-release quite easy). I'd look into it to see if it is of your taste as it is good but not for everyone and is a bit on the darker side.

Gujian 3 has some fun characters and a solid story with decent action combat. It is a rather not well known game that is surprisingly good but its story may also not appeal to everyone as it is a bit weaker than its characters.

If you have a Switch the Xenoblade series might be worth considering but they are not action based combat, necessarily, and Chronicles X (be warned) is more about characters than story as it has hardly any actual story unlike the other two. These games are simply immense, among the absolute largest in terms of sheer scale/quantity and at times quality (like Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive). They also feature a ridiculous amount of extra content such as 600+ side quests and lots of exploration, etc. and that might not be to everyone's taste so be fully warned before considering this if you even have a Switch.

If you want games that feature pure story and character development like Tales of Arise check out the Trails of series like Trails in the Sky or Trails of Cold Steel. Basically one super massive connected series with several of the games on Steam and more seemingly coming over. I will warn you the combat in some like Trails in the Sky isn't particularly complex or the best, merely getting an acceptable grade and the pacing can be a bit on the slower side but in terms of atmosphere/characters it sits up there with the best of them. The games are also incredibly meaty, especially entire arcs or the franchise taken together.

[Monterossa]

Xillia 1-2 and Graces f must be great on PC. I always hate the terrible brightness/contrast they used in those games. With ReShade it'll make these games look way better.

Legendia is another good option. And I still want Symphonia 2 on PC no matter how people hate it.

The rest need to be fully remade.