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Contents.International release Beginning in 1999, the Custom Robo series has largely been exclusive to Japan. In 2001, however, Nintendo released, a fighting game containing characters from throughout the company's history, worldwide. In the title's trophy room, three custom robos from appeared as trophies: Ray Mk II, Bayonette, and Annie.Stated by several issues of, an international release of, the third title in the series, was planned but later canceled. The fourth title in the series, would later be released in 2004,the first title in the series to receive and release outside of Japan. The fifth title of the series, would became the first and only Custom Robo title released globally.Gameplay Custom Robo takes place in a collect-customize-and-battle style genre similar to games such as or, but with frantic action battles in confined 3D arenas (2D arenas in Custom Robo GX), similar to.
In each game's story mode, players slip into the role of a nameable protagonist just beginning to learn about Custom Robo. In each game, the first Robo players obtain is always the latest model of the Ray series. The goal for players is to improve their skills and collect different Custom Robos in order to defeat everyone, including champion Custom Robo users.The main objective of the game is to finish the storyline by collecting every Custom Robo and battle part, while winning every battle that moves players along through the story arc.
Mar 19, 2007 Custom Robo: The sport of tomorrow. In the not-too-distant future, competitors battle customized robot warriors in holographic battle arenas. Custom Robo Arena Review. Nintendo's quirky Japanese robot-battler continues its quirky status on the Nintendo DS.
In Custom Robo battles, the object is to reduce the opponent's hit points from 1000 to 0 by using different Robos, guns, bombs, pods, and dash attacks. Custom Robos are arranged in groups that are similar to their abilities. The endurance bar is located above the player's; once it runs out, the Custom Robo gets 'downed' which means that it stays fallen for a couple seconds. After the Robo gets up, it goes into 'rebirth' mode, a temporary state of invincibility lasting 3 seconds. Should the player repeatedly lose the same battle, the game will offer the option of reducing the opponent's initial health, in order to make the battle easier. If players continue to lose several times, the degree of handicap offered increases up to 75%, giving the opponent a starting HP of 250, rather than 1000.Games The following is a list of games released in the series.Games predating Battle Revolution were released only in (except the first one, which was also released in for the ).
Due to this, there are no official titles for North American or European releases of these games. Such a title may be given if Nintendo divisions outside Japan elects to localize any of these games to their regions. TitlePlatform(s)Release Year(s)Notes,Japan: China:The first title of the Custom Robo series. It is also the first and only title of the series released for the in.,Japan:,Second and last Custom Robo title developed for the Nintendo 64. It is also the first title of the series to allow up to four players to play, instead of up to two players. Released on the Virtual Console in Japan in January 2007.Japan:The first Custom Robo title to appear on a handheld.
It is also the first and only Custom Robo rendered in two-dimensional graphics instead of three-dimensional graphics for Custom Robo battles.Japan and North America:The first Custom Robo title released outside, which was the first to be released in. It is also the first to incorporate.Japan: North America, Australia and Europe:The first Custom Robo title to use for playing multiplayer gameplay online.
It is also the first and only Custom Robo title to be released in.A sequel to Custom Robo GX was originally planned for release on the, but the project was discontinued. It was planned for release in late 2005 in Japan. See also.Notes.
Product Information. Custom Robo Arena marches onto Nintendo DS as a one-on-one robot fighting game where each combatant comes equipped with a distinct assortment of armor, guns, missiles, and bombs.
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The goal is to win the Custom Robo Championship by defeating opponents using a combination of gear and skill. Battles are viewed from the handheld's top screen, while the touch screen displays the custom-designed robot's exoskeleton and armaments. While each clash takes place within holographic arenas, robot pilots can visit a futuristic city in between matches to interact with the locals, purchase items, and more. Head-to-head battles against friends are also supported via Wi-Fi, Multi-Card, and DS Download options. Portable Addiction: Custom Robo for the DSFor those of you who know Custom Robo for the GameCube, you will find yourself right at home with the DS release of Custom Robo Arena.
For those new comers be prepared to find yourself spending hours customizing parts and fighting with your own personal robot.Graphics: The graphics of this game aren't bad. When you are wondering around town the graphics are basic 2D. When you talk to a character who may have the most minor relevance to the story they are drawn with an anime look. Where the graphics become great is during the battle.
Your robots are now in 3D and look amazing.Sound: The music to this game is fabulous. You will listen to nice easy soft rock while walking through town and heavy fast metal while battling viciously against another robot. Each different area you go to has it 's own music. Each menu you open shares this little bonus and you may even change the music in a few menus if you do not care for it. If you do not care for rock or equivalent sounds then you may find the music to your disliking. The sound effects of battle are marvelous as well. Each bullet fired sounds like it and each explosion roars.
The sound is amazing in this game.Story/Game play: The game play is fast action battling, shooting, jumping and overall running for dear life. Each robot you have can be customized with a plethora of parts and equipment. You must polish and take care of your robot or else it's function will lower.
The battles are smooth and at times hectic. You can get so immersed you will literally jump when your opponent surprises you from around a corner. The story is overall not bad but, ultimately is what robs this game of a perfect score. The story is alright but, it inhibits what you may do for quite some time.
Each day you must have breakfast and dinner with your family which leads to minutes of button mashing to escape the repeated same lines over and over. How did your dad like dinner? You will be able to recite his response within the first hour of play. Once the story takes back seat to the action you will once again find yourself enjoying the marvelous battles, graphics and music.Overall: Overall the game is almost perfect and a pleasure to play. If you are an old time fan or new to the series I am sure everyone can find something they will love in this game. At times it is very repetitive and mind numbing but, those times will pass shortly and you will be back to the engrossing game play that is Custom Robo. A must have for any DS owner.
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