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Opoona

"A space-type RPG aimed at kids, but enough RPG elements to keep adults hooked too"

Publisher: Koei
Developer: ArtePiazza
Released: 12 Sep 2008
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About OPOONA
While on an interplanetary familyvacation, the young boy Opoona crash lands on Planet Landroll after hisspaceship is involved in a mysterious accident. Separated from hisfamily, Opoona is forced to live alone. On the planet, Opoona must finda job, search for his siblings, and defend himself and the people ofLandroll against creatures known as the Dark Rogues. Luckily forOpoona, he is the descendant of a long line of warriors known as theCosmo Guards. Thus, Opoona’s adventure begins as he struggles toestablish a new life and reunite his family.

The game’saction-oriented battle system lets players use powerful “EnergyBonbons” against their enemies. Using just the Nunchuk™, players canmanipulate an Energy Bonbon’s trajectory in a number of different ways.All of Opoona’s commands are also controlled by the Nunchuk, to allow acomplete “single-hand control” of the game.

Opoona is not justabout battling; it is a “Lifestyle RPG.” As Opoona, players must adaptto a new environment, meet new people, and contribute to societythrough work, all while becoming aware of the precious world and peoplearound him. As the game progresses, Opoona will develop relationshipsand uncover a broader range of activities including new jobs and cluesto new adventures.

The unique characters and a modern fantasyworld created by Art Director, Shintaro Majima, are sure to fascinategamers. From futuristic buildings to ancient ruins and strange rockformations in the wild, the world of Opoona is a remarkable fusion ofboth contemporary design and whimsical fantasy.

Developed byArtePiazza, the team behind four instalments of the best-selling DRAGONQUEST® series of RPGs, Opoona showcases the talent of some of today’smost creative game designers including: Art Director Shintaro Majima,Planning Director Sachiko Sugimura, and Composer Hitoshi Sakimoto,acclaimed for his contribution to the FINAL FANTASY® XII soundtrack.

       
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