Atlus and Vanillaware Presumably Contemplating Unicorn Overlord Sequel

Vanillaware’s tactical RPG Unicorn Overlord was a colossal hit in Japan and a serious success internationally. The studio could already be contemplating a sequel, as writer Atlus is gauging curiosity in a possible Unicorn Overlord 2.

Sega polling Unicorn Overlord followers about sequel

As Siliconera reported on Wednesday, Atlus is polling followers to see who is perhaps involved in a Unicorn Overlord sequel. The ballot is technically just for Asian followers, although the shape has an choice for gamers from “non-Asian” areas.

Amongst different issues, the survey asks which model of the not too long ago launched Unicorn Overlord the respondent performed and on which platform. It additionally requested if they’ve performed Vanillaware titles like Dragon’s Crown or different video games like Valkyria Chronicles. One of many closing questions is how doubtless the participant is to buy a sequel.

Atlus printed the RPG in Japan, whereas Sega printed the sport internationally. Neither firm owns Vanillaware. Even when they did, a survey query doesn’t imply a sequel is occurring or doubtless. Nevertheless, it might be an indication that the studio is not less than open to the chance. The sport’s profitable launch and constructive reception make that appear particularly doubtless.

Previous to Unicorn Overlord, Vanillaware was arguably finest recognized for 2007’s Odin Sphere and Dragon’s Crown from 2013. Nevertheless, whereas Dragon’s Crown drew inspiration from arcade beat ‘em ups, Vanillaware’s newest recreation is a 90s-style tactical JRPG. It nonetheless incorporates some parts from Dragon’s Crown and different Vanillaware video games, just like the side-scrolling RTS 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim.