Ahh, I'm so happy for you and all the fans! You got me all teary, too 🥲 I found my old VODs from 2014, enjoying this game with you and other friends. Thank you so much for all the info in the video! I had just resigned to the idea that our Vita games would just live forever on the Vita, so I'm so glad to hear the news and impressions that have been coming out up to this announcement. Can't wait to enjoy this again and share it with more friends! We gotta get that sequel!
You are welcome! I wanted to be as resourceful as possible :) We all felt that way, especially with Sony's narrow minded way of thinking as of late. Sony: we dont have a lot of good IPs right now... And yet the fans can list a lot of them, lol. I am really glad bamco decided to give this game one more chance and allow FW to come back to us. I can not wait to play with everyone again!!
gonna play this on PC finally!! i remember that i broke the circle button on my vs vita where you have to mash to press just to break the parts of the monster. and ive been playing that game for 4 years straight until my vita broke and needs some repair.
Whoever did this will receive the Mandate of Heaven. After seeing that Japan studio shut down I thought it was over for good but I keep hoping maybe just maybe. Glad it happened can’t wait to see you guys in the field
at this point that project shaz dimps is working from 2022 probably is the sequel of freedom wars 2.. i not think namco bandai buy the ip again just for the rematered...In fact, this year that they return to work on Sword Art Online I wondered why they weren't doing Fatal Bullet. which is the + selling game of the series (as well as considered a spiritual successor to Freedom even if it is a looter shooter with strong RPG elements) this explains why they made SAO Fractured Day Break this year and not Fatal Bullet 2.. The next persistent online game they will play will be Freedom Wars 2
I have not played FB, my friends did play it and they said it was decent but not the same with FW. I think it got mixed reviews overall. I do not play SAO games, and I am not the target audience. I do not know what will happen to project Shaz. It is meant to be a spiritual successor to FW, but now..? I do not know because they already have an idea of how the sequel will be made. Project Shaz feels like it will be something else entirely. Maybe.
I want to hear what the developers say because it is just speculations right now. Sony still owns the IP for Freedom Wars, and that's where it can be unknown of where they go with the sequel.
@@sinfurihaart of course of course clear unfortunately it is not official but now there are really 3 coincidences ... (you know that saying that up to two are coincidences and from 3 they become a proof? xD) Of course it's not official but I think we can be sure it will come and I'll tell you what they are first in 2022 they talk about project shaz.... They return to SAO after 6 years and do not make fatal bullet that the game + sold of the series (until today there was really no logical reason to make another game of SAO and not the chapter + sold of the series) and today we find out that they have taken back the IP from Sony and the remastered... I think we will definitely see a new chapter I think now our question has to be. Not if it will happen but when? XD
for Fatal Bullet they had much less funding than Freedom Wars but they made a great title (don't expect anything in terms of story) but it really exceeds in the looter shooter and online part .. If maybe you find it on Steam with all the DLCs discounted, surely you can get it if you want an online game of the Dimps (the story + what else is fan service, for MMO fans there is something nice but really where does it shine: Fatal Bullet and everything in the endgame, make builds, choose skills, gear do roles with the Trinity Tank, DPS Healer, etc.) The incredible thing that they have managed with two coins where gigantic software house have failed where they have spent probably all the money used for Fatal Bullet + all the DLCs and free updates in a single area ( on the sites you will not find fantastic reviews because obviously the journalists have played the story and then moved on to the next game to review without having time to see the real qualities of the game but if you go on steam review of players are really positive)
@@monikaguerra Yeah, that is fair. I usually trust steam reviews the most. The experience can range from playing up to 10 hours, to 40 hours or post game content and beyond. Those are the people to listen to because they are sharing their full experience as much as possible.
I played Freedom Wars way back. I found it by chance, and it was AWESOME. Looking forward to playing this epic remaster, and hopefully, we get a sequel.
I was looking forward to representing the Los Angeles panopticon I was so disappointed that it did not have it... surprisingly you are the ONLY channel that "reported" that change ... you should do a "differences" video between the original and the remastered versions... maybe after you've unlocked all everything...
Yeah, it is a shame that the global PTs are no longer available in this version. I do plan to make a video on the remastered version and briefly talk about the Global PTs and PTs based on JP prefectures. But there are more changes in this Remastered as well.
I'm trying to see how far can i go till the remaster releases on January 😊. Really love this game, it makes me so happy that the remaster is almost a step closer to a sequel.
This game changed my life for the better. It was the first gaming community to be a part of. I miss it and I would love to be active on streaming this game again!
@justarock9553 it will do A LOT better than concord. Money wise? Probably not so much. At least it will never reach the ridiculous budget price that concord went for. What a waste.
I never played this game but I’m planning I’m getting it tomorrow, it looks really fun! Also, how does multiplayer work in this game? Is it like monster hunter where you can play the story with players or is it a whole separate mode?
I will be honest with you, I have never played any Monster Hunter games at all. I can compare it to the God Eater games, but really, you just make an online room and regardless of what level/chapter you are on. Anyone can join your lobby. But yes, other players can help you clear the story.
oh the nostalgia is coming to me. i know its a pipe dream but i wish for other ps vita gems released like SSD, gravity rush, any vanillaware games etc. i need to save money for this.
@@sinfurihaart i remember trying to get platinum until i realized you dies in 1 hit in hard difficulty which makes me go nope. i still remember making hotpot. makes my appetite go up.
I always wanted to play freedom wars, but it was trapped on Vita. I've played God eater 1, 2, 3, Toukiden 2, and just about all the monster hunter games from Freedom unite to Rise. It's funny that God eater was know as the anime action fast paced monster hunter, but now Rise/Sunbreak is that as well. I miss making Busted OP bullets for my God arc. Could also hear your joy and shaky voice of a thought to be long dead series returning. Now if only Soul Sacfrifice could return too, but Soyny killed Japan studios.
Glad to meet another person who is familiar with the God Eater games! And you are right about the MH series, I have noticed they have changed a little bit over time. Yeah, lol. It is hard to believe that it's coming back, especially when FW IP is still being owned by Sony. It was a sad shame to see Japan Studio killed off like that. But I feel that SS might have a chance, they just need to work on the rights and who is going to publish it. Everything else is uncertain.
@@sinfurihaart Team Asobi (The guys behind Astrobot) Are the remnants of Japan studios. I'd imagine sony still owns the IP, but I don't have high hopes for a remake. There are rumors that Bloodborne and all the other Japan studio games' source codes were lost hen they trashed the studio. That's why we keep getting the last of us an horizon remakes for the 20th time in less than 10 years instead of older games.
@@neurosis51 Damn, that is always painful to hear. I think the devs mentioned they had a difficult time bringing back FW's data as well. I am going by the JP interview in this video, so I dont know the full details but it does make sense why Sony is like this with releasing games repeatedly.
Hell yeah cant wait to get this when it releases I'm just unsure on what version Will have the biggest playerbase since there's no cross play I'm either getting it for steam or ps5 :)
are you that one popular player in tumblr!? i remember your art and your posts lamenting when the multiplayer servers shut down, uhh ruthless king was it? like omg you're part of my childhood
Aw! That is so nice to hear. Yes, my FW account on tumblr is ruthless king. I will try and be more active with that account when I feel like sharing stuff on it, heh.
I think you are right to assume that, especially when the recent State of Play just announced remastered games like the Lunar series and Legacy of Kain series. I know that LoK will be on multiple platforms, but still. It is possible they might bring in more older games if enough people are buying them. But yeah, I can see a sequel happening on a PS5 or a PS6.
@@sinfurihaart I agree with you! You can kinda gauge it by the way they support last of us an how much money it brings in. You can see that they put money behinds games that sell well an high praised. Like nintendo zelda, mario an pokemon continue production because of the money an praise an they capitalize on it.
Thanks for the details and the breakdown, now I finally know what this game is about and I see why you like it so much. I never had a vita so I'd be going in completely green. Sounds pretty cool, tho.
No problem! I'm glad my video was helpful to you. FW is a unique game that I love to this day and no other action hunting game has come close to it. Not even with the recent MH games. They stick to their own thing, and that's totally fine. I highly recommend giving this game a try.
I do have an old beginner's guide on my YT channel. It should still be useful in the remaster, but myself and friends are going to do some testing to see if any major changes were done. So far in the IGN article, it seems like not much has really drastically changed when it comes to the gameplay and controls.
@@shadowjim2000 according to the bandai namco website, it will be available on ps4 and ps5. Do not ask me about physical or digital versions. We still do not have a statement on that.
I really don't mind English VAs added in this new version. I am a fan of both English VAs and Japanese VAs. The original VAs were amazing. Will the English VAs be just as good? It's hard to say. If they are going by how Code Vein and God Eater games did English VAs, it's a hit or miss to be honest.
@@sinfurihaart I'd rather the Americans not touch this if they're not gonna translate it 1:1. My experience of Valkyria Chronicles 4 was ruined by translators mistranslating the language on purpose. I would also like it if the EN VAs don't go the "Kobayashi Dragon Maid" route. EN VAs are garbage to me right now and I don't see them redeeming themselves anytime soon.
@@KV_GunEnjoyer Yeahh, I know what you mean and your hatred towards half-ass/twisted localization is valid. I only mention CV and GE games because the English voice lines have been pretty decent over time. We will have to see if they keep it true to the original.
Ahh, I'm so happy for you and all the fans! You got me all teary, too 🥲 I found my old VODs from 2014, enjoying this game with you and other friends. Thank you so much for all the info in the video! I had just resigned to the idea that our Vita games would just live forever on the Vita, so I'm so glad to hear the news and impressions that have been coming out up to this announcement. Can't wait to enjoy this again and share it with more friends! We gotta get that sequel!
You are welcome! I wanted to be as resourceful as possible :)
We all felt that way, especially with Sony's narrow minded way of thinking as of late.
Sony: we dont have a lot of good IPs right now...
And yet the fans can list a lot of them, lol.
I am really glad bamco decided to give this game one more chance and allow FW to come back to us.
I can not wait to play with everyone again!!
HOUSTON PANOPTICON WOOOO!
@@good4going TEXAS PRIDE!!
Man, I remember playing and beating this game on the Vita! I'm super surprised that it got a remaster, but damn glad I can play with more people!
Unexpected but extremely welcomed, i miss this
Omg im so excited for it! Cant wait.
gonna play this on PC finally!! i remember that i broke the circle button on my vs vita where you have to mash to press just to break the parts of the monster. and ive been playing that game for 4 years straight until my vita broke and needs some repair.
Whoever did this will receive the Mandate of Heaven. After seeing that Japan studio shut down I thought it was over for good but I keep hoping maybe just maybe. Glad it happened can’t wait to see you guys in the field
Just so you know, I'm following you just because of Freedom Wars now! This is my favorite Vita game and I'm super excited for the Remaster!
Thank you for the follow! :)
at this point that project shaz dimps is working from 2022 probably is the sequel of freedom wars 2.. i not think namco bandai buy the ip again just for the rematered...In fact, this year that they return to work on Sword Art Online I wondered why they weren't doing Fatal Bullet. which is the + selling game of the series (as well as considered a spiritual successor to Freedom even if it is a looter shooter with strong RPG elements) this explains why they made SAO Fractured Day Break this year and not Fatal Bullet 2.. The next persistent online game they will play will be Freedom Wars 2
I have not played FB, my friends did play it and they said it was decent but not the same with FW. I think it got mixed reviews overall. I do not play SAO games, and I am not the target audience. I do not know what will happen to project Shaz. It is meant to be a spiritual successor to FW, but now..? I do not know because they already have an idea of how the sequel will be made. Project Shaz feels like it will be something else entirely. Maybe.
I want to hear what the developers say because it is just speculations right now. Sony still owns the IP for Freedom Wars, and that's where it can be unknown of where they go with the sequel.
@@sinfurihaart of course of course clear unfortunately it is not official but now there are really 3 coincidences ... (you know that saying that up to two are coincidences and from 3 they become a proof? xD) Of course it's not official but I think we can be sure it will come and I'll tell you what they are first in 2022 they talk about project shaz.... They return to SAO after 6 years and do not make fatal bullet that the game + sold of the series (until today there was really no logical reason to make another game of SAO and not the chapter + sold of the series) and today we find out that they have taken back the IP from Sony and the remastered... I think we will definitely see a new chapter I think now our question has to be. Not if it will happen but when? XD
for Fatal Bullet they had much less funding than Freedom Wars but they made a great title (don't expect anything in terms of story) but it really exceeds in the looter shooter and online part .. If maybe you find it on Steam with all the DLCs discounted, surely you can get it if you want an online game of the Dimps (the story + what else is fan service, for MMO fans there is something nice but really where does it shine: Fatal Bullet and everything in the endgame, make builds, choose skills, gear do roles with the Trinity Tank, DPS Healer, etc.) The incredible thing that they have managed with two coins where gigantic software house have failed where they have spent probably all the money used for Fatal Bullet + all the DLCs and free updates in a single area ( on the sites you will not find fantastic reviews because obviously the journalists have played the story and then moved on to the next game to review without having time to see the real qualities of the game but if you go on steam review of players are really positive)
@@monikaguerra Yeah, that is fair. I usually trust steam reviews the most. The experience can range from playing up to 10 hours, to 40 hours or post game content and beyond. Those are the people to listen to because they are sharing their full experience as much as possible.
I ended up playing this game every day while I was stuck overseas with just my PS Vita, and I'm thrilled that it's being remastered.
I played Freedom Wars way back. I found it by chance, and it was AWESOME. Looking forward to playing this epic remaster, and hopefully, we get a sequel.
I'm so hyped for this game! Thanks for the video :)
No problem! I am looking forward to seeing experience players returning :)
Bro this game is amazing and i was just thinking about them remastering it and now here we are!!
Let's contribute!!!
@@sinfurihaart Yes Lets Us!! I always thought no one knew this game your awesome!
We're so back, looks like it's time for the crew to reassemble. Here's to hopin' our fox will be able to make time for us.
We are so back!! I would love to stream again, just like old times :) But yeah, it also depends on my schedule as well.
I was looking forward to representing the Los Angeles panopticon I was so disappointed that it did not have it... surprisingly you are the ONLY channel that "reported" that change ... you should do a "differences" video between the original and the remastered versions... maybe after you've unlocked all everything...
Yeah, it is a shame that the global PTs are no longer available in this version. I do plan to make a video on the remastered version and briefly talk about the Global PTs and PTs based on JP prefectures. But there are more changes in this Remastered as well.
I am taking my time and hopefully get the video out by this week. I'm gathering as much info and listening to player feedback as well.
I'm so so excited. FREEDOW WARS is so awesome.
Vive le PNTC de Paris 😃
This really is almost surreal.
I knoww!! We have waited so long, and it's finally coming back next year!
Lost my vita and this game years ago, glad I will be able to play again on my pc!
@kaepowboom9116 sorry to hear about the loss of your Vita. Playing FW again will be worth the wait!
Lets go Manila Panopticon!
This is very unexpected but amazing news! Now i huff copium for a souls sacrifice delta remaster
Can't wait to get this already played the ps Vita version
I'm trying to see how far can i go till the remaster releases on January 😊. Really love this game, it makes me so happy that the remaster is almost a step closer to a sequel.
I am excited too!!
I had this on the vita it was really fun.
i never played freedom wars when it first came out but i heard good things from my Friends so im exacted to pick it up next year and play with them
@@_the44crow_ it is a really fun time with friends!!
Tears of joy? 😅 Now I gotta get it.
This game changed my life for the better. It was the first gaming community to be a part of. I miss it and I would love to be active on streaming this game again!
I hope soul sacrifice gets a remaster of some sort
This game must be super popular for the chance of a sequel. PLEASE
@@htwm012 I hope it gets a sequel!
I love fashion wars i cant wait to play it again.
@@Dragodarkstar hell yeah!! Let's bring back fashion wars!
I hope that if this game does well enough, we get a sequel. Also, the power of Concord, lmao. JK.
@justarock9553 it will do A LOT better than concord. Money wise? Probably not so much. At least it will never reach the ridiculous budget price that concord went for. What a waste.
Definitely copping. Still have my OG vita and a copy of freedom wars!
Dayumm, it’s been 10 years since Freedom wars?? 💀 this better mean we’re getting a sequel after such a cliffhanger ending
I hope we get a sequel too!
I never played this game but I’m planning I’m getting it tomorrow, it looks really fun! Also, how does multiplayer work in this game? Is it like monster hunter where you can play the story with players or is it a whole separate mode?
I will be honest with you, I have never played any Monster Hunter games at all. I can compare it to the God Eater games, but really, you just make an online room and regardless of what level/chapter you are on. Anyone can join your lobby. But yes, other players can help you clear the story.
@ OOOh okay! I love God eater so that isn’t a problem for me. Now all I have to do is finds some friends to play this with lol Ty for responding!
Manila Panopticon will rise again
oh the nostalgia is coming to me. i know its a pipe dream but i wish for other ps vita gems released like SSD, gravity rush, any vanillaware games etc. i need to save money for this.
I agree!! Vanillaware games needs to be ported to PC at least. But I know Muramasa the demon blade needs to come back.
@@sinfurihaart i remember trying to get platinum until i realized you dies in 1 hit in hard difficulty which makes me go nope. i still remember making hotpot. makes my appetite go up.
Hello, Gravity Rush already had a remaster on PS4, and a sequel (which is really good) is also available !
They better not censor the character creator! My busty prisoner is my wifu!
I always wanted to play freedom wars, but it was trapped on Vita. I've played God eater 1, 2, 3, Toukiden 2, and just about all the monster hunter games from Freedom unite to Rise.
It's funny that God eater was know as the anime action fast paced monster hunter, but now Rise/Sunbreak is that as well. I miss making Busted OP bullets for my God arc.
Could also hear your joy and shaky voice of a thought to be long dead series returning. Now if only Soul Sacfrifice could return too, but Soyny killed Japan studios.
Glad to meet another person who is familiar with the God Eater games! And you are right about the MH series, I have noticed they have changed a little bit over time.
Yeah, lol. It is hard to believe that it's coming back, especially when FW IP is still being owned by Sony. It was a sad shame to see Japan Studio killed off like that. But I feel that SS might have a chance, they just need to work on the rights and who is going to publish it. Everything else is uncertain.
@@sinfurihaart Team Asobi (The guys behind Astrobot) Are the remnants of Japan studios. I'd imagine sony still owns the IP, but I don't have high hopes for a remake. There are rumors that Bloodborne and all the other Japan studio games' source codes were lost hen they trashed the studio. That's why we keep getting the last of us an horizon remakes for the 20th time in less than 10 years instead of older games.
@@neurosis51 Damn, that is always painful to hear. I think the devs mentioned they had a difficult time bringing back FW's data as well. I am going by the JP interview in this video, so I dont know the full details but it does make sense why Sony is like this with releasing games repeatedly.
Hell yeah cant wait to get this when it releases I'm just unsure on what version Will have the biggest playerbase since there's no cross play I'm either getting it for steam or ps5 :)
I am definitely going for Steam since it's where I play most of my games.
are you that one popular player in tumblr!? i remember your art and your posts lamenting when the multiplayer servers shut down, uhh ruthless king was it? like omg you're part of my childhood
Aw! That is so nice to hear. Yes, my FW account on tumblr is ruthless king. I will try and be more active with that account when I feel like sharing stuff on it, heh.
I kinda feel like sony testing the water on what they can bring back that people might want. An if they do a sequel most likely ps5 an pc.
I think you are right to assume that, especially when the recent State of Play just announced remastered games like the Lunar series and Legacy of Kain series. I know that LoK will be on multiple platforms, but still. It is possible they might bring in more older games if enough people are buying them. But yeah, I can see a sequel happening on a PS5 or a PS6.
@@sinfurihaart I agree with you! You can kinda gauge it by the way they support last of us an how much money it brings in. You can see that they put money behinds games that sell well an high praised. Like nintendo zelda, mario an pokemon continue production because of the money an praise an they capitalize on it.
Long live Anchorage Panopticon!
I did mention that Global PTs are gone, but okay.
FK YEAH
Hope we get a physical
I hope so too!
I saw ps5 and switch physical versions in a store in Japan. Don't know if there will be for the west though.
Thats a shame about the global panopticons. Bet was removed so it wouldnt get political, with people choosing Taiwan or Croatia.
I would not be surprised if that was really the case.
Thanks for the details and the breakdown, now I finally know what this game is about and I see why you like it so much.
I never had a vita so I'd be going in completely green. Sounds pretty cool, tho.
No problem! I'm glad my video was helpful to you.
FW is a unique game that I love to this day and no other action hunting game has come close to it. Not even with the recent MH games. They stick to their own thing, and that's totally fine. I highly recommend giving this game a try.
I do have an old beginner's guide on my YT channel. It should still be useful in the remaster, but myself and friends are going to do some testing to see if any major changes were done. So far in the IGN article, it seems like not much has really drastically changed when it comes to the gameplay and controls.
@@sinfurihaartMonster Hunter I've played a good amount of and love it a lot.
I'm going to check out your older beginner's guide video, as well.
Yeah it was a great game i hope for killzone m and soul sacrificado
Is it only on ps5 or ps4 is also into the mix?
@@shadowjim2000 according to the bandai namco website, it will be available on ps4 and ps5. Do not ask me about physical or digital versions. We still do not have a statement on that.
@sinfurihaart wasn't planning on it, thank you for answering
Back to Hong Kong Panopticon I go
Yeah still.... Feel like i am really dreaming..... Wth... Lets kouken!!!
Using a whole missile battery to fire homing shots at your target, once again folks, once again. 🤣👍🏿
But MonHun is about to release
It doesn't have an official release date yet. It just says 2025, it could be Spring or Summer 2025. We might find out at TGS soon.
@@sinfurihaart We have it now. End of February
They should've skipped the EN VAs in this one as well.
I really don't mind English VAs added in this new version. I am a fan of both English VAs and Japanese VAs. The original VAs were amazing.
Will the English VAs be just as good? It's hard to say. If they are going by how Code Vein and God Eater games did English VAs, it's a hit or miss to be honest.
@@sinfurihaart I'd rather the Americans not touch this if they're not gonna translate it 1:1.
My experience of Valkyria Chronicles 4 was ruined by translators mistranslating the language on purpose. I would also like it if the EN VAs don't go the "Kobayashi Dragon Maid" route. EN VAs are garbage to me right now and I don't see them redeeming themselves anytime soon.
@@KV_GunEnjoyer Yeahh, I know what you mean and your hatred towards half-ass/twisted localization is valid. I only mention CV and GE games because the English voice lines have been pretty decent over time. We will have to see if they keep it true to the original.
The game had English va’s? I swear I thought it was Japanese only
@@simonthedigger2874 The original never had English VAs, but they decided to do it for the remastered version for the first time. You are correct.