Atlus Spoils with pre-order goodies for Persona 4, Eternal Poison and Luminous Arc 2

Atlus Spoils Pre-Order Goodies

Atlus Spoils pre-order goodies have been revealed for Persona 4, Eternal Poison and Luminous Arc 2!

Each game is now available for pre-order online at both Amazon and GameStop as well as at other retailers like EB Games and Game Crazy. The goodies included for pre-ordering each game are an artbook and a soundtrack CD.

Read below for more details on each game and “Atlus Spoils” pre-order deals that come with it.

Pre-Order Persona 4 for PS2Persona 4
System: PlayStation 2
Pre-Order Price: $36.99 via Amazon
Release Date: December 9th, 2008


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Persona 4 (full name: Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4) is the latest game in Atlus long-running and dark Persona RPG series, the sixth game chronologically. The game takes place in a fictional countryside in Japan instead of the typical city environments that players are used to from past games. The game features a weather forecast system where events happen on “misty days” instead of using a “phase of the Moon” system.

Story: Shortly after an urban youth begins a year-long stay in the countryside town of Inaba, the rural town’s peace is shattered by a horrific murder that leaves no clues or suspects. As the lone incident develops into a series of bizarre crimes, he discovers that only he and his friends have the power to solve the baffling case, bring those responsible to justice, and restore harmony to his new home.

Key Features of Persona 4
* Balance your double life – Beyond intense battles, Persona fusion, and new weapon creation exists a normal high school life of friends, classes, and part-time jobs. The way you manage and integrate your activities within each day will determine how you progress through the game.
* Unprecedented team control – With a greater emphasis on developing bonds in the fight to solve the mysterious murders, strong friendships are key to your success. Directly control teammates in battle, earn greater party support for combat, and master individual Social Links to unlock your party’s true potential.
* Find the true ending – 60+ hours of gameplay thrusts you into a deep mystery where midnight television leads to serial killings. You must investigate murders, rescue those who can be rescued, and unmask the culprit behind it all—or risk being forever shrouded in the fog of doubt.

Pre-Order Eternal Poison 2 for PS2
Eternal Poison
System: PlayStation 2
Pre-Order Price: $36.99 via Amazon
Release Date: November 11th, 2008

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Story: Our world descended into chaos the day the demonic realm of Besek appeared. Creatures known as the Majin emerged, wreaking havoc and destroying our way of life. They captured the Princess of Valdia and imprisoned her in their lair. Now, brave adventurers throughout the land have set out to explore the Majin homeland. Some wish to rescue the princess; some seek fame and glory; some merely want revenge. However, there are those who look to harness the Majin’s dark powers, for it is rumored that deep within Besek lies the Eternal Poison, a legendary treasure able to make your deepest desires come true. Travel the paths of some of these adventurers, and as their tales unfold, you will discover the true meanings of romance, heroism, madness, despair, and betrayal.

* Walk the winding paths of five different parties as they journey deeper into hostile lands. With branching paths and optional encounters, you must chart each course carefully, for your choices will have a direct impact on the outcome of each tale.

* All demons can be exploited – even bosses – so every battle offers the intriguing choice of binding or killing your foes. Bound demons can be summoned to fight at your side or be sacrificed for money or new spells.

* Step into a twisted fairytale world of demons, black magic, and a quest for the ultimate treasure. The kidnapping of the Princess and the temptation of finding the Eternal Poison have drawn your heroes into a world full of dangerous traps, fiendish monsters, and unexpected villains. Discover a world that is as rich in beauty as it is in corruption.

Pre-Order Luminous Arc 2 for DSLuminous Arc 2
System: Nintendo DS
Pre-Order Price: $39.99 via Amazon
Release Date: November 18th, 2008

Luminous Art Pre-Order Goodies Screenshot

Story
: For most of the past four millennia, peace has reigned over the Kingdom of Carnava. “The Grand Kingdom” has flourished due to its close cooperation with the Witches of the Rev Magic Association and the ever-present usage of magic.

Unfortunately, the era of peace has come to an end. Fatima, the Shadow Frost Witch, broke from the Magic Association and has taken over Granend, the Forbidden Land, with the use of magic. This infighting, dubbed the “Witch Conflict,” has pushed Carnava to the brink of chaos. When the young squire Roland gains magnificent powers due to a chance encounter, Sophia, the Queen of Carnava, calls upon him to bring about an end to the discord.

* 30 chapters, 30+ hours of gameplay — The newest installment of the Luminous Arc story features new and returning characters, gorgeous visuals, multiple endings, and even more challenging strategy gameplay.

* Brand new content and enhancements — Sporting a more refined interface, rebalanced strategy features, responsive touch controls, and many more improvements, Luminous Arc 2 provides a gaming experience that builds upon the success of the original in every way.

* “Engagement” system — Connect with your Witch allies by Engaging with them to boost Roland’s stats and give him access to powerful combat skills.

* Take the battle online — Pit your strategic mettle over the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection against strategy fans all across North America.