Pier Solar, the new Genesis RPG can now be pre-ordered!

[Gameguy]

I'm still waiting.
I'm hoping for this week but who knows.

[fanlynne]

We can produce 64 MBit cartridges, but maybe smaller size will do.The Mega CD-version will be a bit cheaper of course thanks to the low price of CD-ROMs.

[sheath]

I just got an email that my reprint has shipped! It looks like I might possibly be playing this game by April, cool.

[Gameguy]

So some people could be playing the reprint before I get my original run copy. It didn't arrive today so maybe next week(or the next...or the next...).

[j1e]

Yep, damn good news! Reprint is now shipping :) Got my email this morning. Can't wait!

[allyourblood]

Yeah, got the e-mail as well. Cool.

[YoshiM]

I too got the email. Radical! Can't wait.

[Guy Bramsworth]

Will it be shipped the same way I wonder. China post's proven to have the shittiest service apparently, seems like a total joke things sent out last year still haven't reached everybody :x

[mobiusclimber]

So some people could be playing the reprint before I get my original run copy. It didn't arrive today so maybe next week(or the next...or the next...).

Have you tried contacting them? It could be lost in the mail. They do have replacements tho.

[Gameguy]

Have you tried contacting them? It could be lost in the mail. They do have replacements tho.
True, but I checked their forum and they have a FAQ about this.


Q. How to know my game was lost?
A. If your game was shipped during December, the delay to consider a parcel lost is 60days. If the game was shipped outside December, its 45 days. If you still didn't get your game past those delays, you can contact us through the contact form on Pier Solar website to get your case checked & and find a replacement solution.

I guess I have to wait around 60 days before they'll do anything about it. Though I'm not even sure if it shipped yet, I got really lucky and managed to win the wallpaper contest that they held in 2008. I don't want to complain since it's free(Thanks again guys!), I'm just hoping that it will actually arrive at some point. Besides confirming the shipping address I haven't received any further confirmation that it was shipped. I would have bought a copy if I hadn't won, I'm just hoping I didn't miss out on this.

I didn't really want to mention that I won that contest because a lot of people seem to think my wallpaper sucked. ^^;
http://www.sega-16.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3210&page=47

[mobiusclimber]

You can always ask for the tracking number. It will at least show if it's been shipped and when.

I clicked the link but I didn't see your wallpaper. I'd like to see it! :D

[Gameguy]

You can always ask for the tracking number. It will at least show if it's been shipped and when.

I clicked the link but I didn't see your wallpaper. I'd like to see it! :D
It was shown on the Pier Solar update page briefly after it was announced but it was never posted in the full resolution. I had to use my old laptop to find the file, but I'll post it for you.

http://depositfiles.com/files/g6qimh33d

I used Deposit Files because I'd rather that it not float around the internet forever, the file will be deleted eventually from this hosting site. For anyone wanting to see it go ahead but please don't repost it somewhere else.

[Guy Bramsworth]

I asked about my copy and haven't heard back. I guess Fonzie's a bit tied up right now. I'm trusting everything's OK, I'd just like to know whether I should be expecting something in the mail or not :x

[Richter Belmount]

Ordered it , now im at ease.

[Wolfrider31]

I'm hoping for this week but who knows.

Solved. I actually have his game sitting in my house. It was delivered to me first so I could send it to him from within the country and avoid any customs or duty issues (it would kind of suck having to pay for something that was won in a contest).

Should be rushed to him as soon as he confirms his mailing address.

[Gameguy]

PM sent. Sorry about the mix-up. :)

[Wolfrider31]

The third print run is now sold out.

[megasdkirby]

The third print run is now sold out.

Darn it!

Question: will there be ANOTHER run? Please say yes. :(

[Wolfrider31]

My guess is yes, though this caught us by surprise, we were expecting the sales to start trending down by this point.

We'll update once we've finalized everything.

[Zebbe]

Yes, it will be available again.

[Gameguy]

I received my copy. I haven't opened the game yet to make sure it worked(or that the game is actually in the box) but I'm happy I finally have it.

It seems I've got the posterity edition as I see there's an extra booklet attached which is pretty neat. I was given the Japanese version for some reason so I'm hoping it still has english included, I'm a bit surprised/disappointed as I was supposed to get the US version. I kind of wish I would have bought a US copy too, I wanted to give other collectors a chance to buy it at regular cost as I didn't think it would be reprinted and I only needed one copy for myself. Oh well, too late now.

[Wolfrider31]

The JPN version does indeed have the English language option. Apart from the sidebar on the cover the two versions are identical. I PM'd you in case you have any further questions.

[Emuaust]

YAY, I got my reprint today and must say the cover is sexy!

[substantial_snake]

I have received my reprint edition two day's ago and I am most impressed.

I can't wait to pop it in and give it a go. :)

[Darko]

I just ordered a copy (reprint). I'm assuming that it's going to be the full 45 day wait? It's okay, I'm sure it will be worth it!

[sheath]

I received my reprint (http://www.gamepilgrimage.com/content/pier-solar-and-great-architects)! Click the link for higher resolution shots.

Here are 800x600 shots.

http://www.gamepilgrimage.com/sites/default/files/library_pics/PierSolar001small.jpg

http://www.gamepilgrimage.com/sites/default/files/library_pics/PierSolar003small.jpg

http://www.gamepilgrimage.com/sites/default/files/library_pics/PierSolar008small.jpg

[Dreamstate]

Got mine yesterday.

[j1e]

Come on, come on, come on and hurry up and get to Arkansas!

[allyourblood]

I much prefer the plastic case, but the "Reprint" labels are kinda lame. Obviously you'd want to print something to distinguish these from the originals, but I'm not sure emblazoning "Reprint" on them was the best way to go about it. I hope the software itself doesn't keep reminding me of the fact, too; maybe it flashes on the screen every 30 minutes so you don't forget.

[Cornelius]

I have to say, it is pretty damn cool that they had custom clamshells made for this.

I don't think the reprint designation so bad. Seems fairly restrained and well-integrated to me.

[allyourblood]

I don't think the reprint designation so bad. Seems fairly restrained and well-integrated to me.

It's not the worst thing ever, but I just think that since it's a different case and label design to begin with, that would've been enough distinction to separate it from the original.

I'm still quite excited to receive my copy and play it. I might just make my own case insert and cartridge label anyway.

[Bighab]

Got mine yesterday. Looking forward to playing it this weekend.

[Richter Belmount]

I received my reprint (http://www.gamepilgrimage.com/content/pier-solar-and-great-architects)! Click the link for higher resolution shots.

Here are 800x600 shots.

http://www.gamepilgrimage.com/sites/default/files/library_pics/PierSolar001small.jpg

http://www.gamepilgrimage.com/sites/default/files/library_pics/PierSolar003small.jpg

http://www.gamepilgrimage.com/sites/default/files/library_pics/PierSolar008small.jpg

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[allyourblood]

I really am looking forward to playing this.

[sheath]

I forgot, there is more under the manual. Ya'll might find it a surprise.

[substantial_snake]

After looking around I actually prefer the more black reprint cover and clamshell case to the collectors bright red/blue spine and cardboard case. Although I wish I had the collectors edition goodies. lol

If anyone with the reprint is interested in the soundtrack enhanced CD there is a thread on the official forums with the download. Just burn it onto a disc and it should work fine. :)

http://www.piersolar.com/board/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=1541

[evilernLe]

I just got mine in yesterday as well.

I also burned the Enhanced Soundtrack CD... this is absolutely amazing. Great work from Watermelon.

So far, it's playing great on my Laseractive.

[allyourblood]

So far, it's playing great on my Laseractive.

Should it not? I don't recall having problems playing any game on mine.

[evilernLe]

I've had a few games freeze here and there that don't freeze on my other systems.

As far as I know, it should work with no issue on it. My LA is just a bit finicky, I think.

[Oldskool]

Already own the classic usa version but looking forward to my reprint copy as well. I ordered from the second batch of reprints.

[sheath]

I just broke down and put the first CDR in my Sega CD model 1 since I region modified my Sonic CD Jpn. Holy crap does Youtube not capture the essence of how the CD music is different than the FM+PSG. I feel like I did when I first heard Master System FM on real hardware, it's surreal.

I haven't looked into it much, but is the CD using audio samples or ... crap it just locked up during the attract mode, at least it caught up after the scene change .. or is it using the Ricoh chip in the Sega CD?

Wow, some of the sound effects are improved as well. On my Dolby Prologic system set to "effects off" the sound from the workers on the roof in the home town slowly migrated from the right side of the room to the center as I approached them just now with the PCM setting on. Nice!

...and it just locked up and made a crunching sound again. No more CDRs for me unless I want to hook up my Sega CD 2 or X'eye!

[YoshiM]

Just got my cart in the mail Monday. I love the presentation-case, instructions, cartridge. Very professional. Unfortunately I may not be able to play it for a bit as my free time is being used for play practice. Soon....soon.

[swlovinist]

I ordered a reprint and cannot wait! Cover looks fantastic

[YoshiM]

Finally got a chance to sit down with the game. Love it! The old concepts of having to actually "grind" (to use a modern term) is pretty addictive. "Just one more encounter so I can get more gold to buy some armor". Graphics are top notch and look great with my S-video modded Model 1.

As for the soundtrack, the Sony CD-Rs I have tend to get "stuck" (plays a song then skips in place a bit then starts over). I used an ISO that someone in a Pier Solar thread offered. Someone recommended JVC CD-Rs but if anyone has any other suggestions on how to get the CD soundtrack to work, I'd appreciate it. What I heard sounded magnificent.

I kick myself for not jumping on board sooner to get the collector's edition but judging on the little I played-well worth the cash for the reprint. Now I gotta find a place on my TV stand to squeeze my Genny w/ Model 1 CD unit onto.

[Wolfrider]

Finally got a chance to sit down with the game. Love it! The old concepts of having to actually "grind" (to use a modern term) is pretty addictive. "Just one more encounter so I can get more gold to buy some armor". Graphics are top notch and look great with my S-video modded Model 1.

As for the soundtrack, the Sony CD-Rs I have tend to get "stuck" (plays a song then skips in place a bit then starts over). I used an ISO that someone in a Pier Solar thread offered. Someone recommended JVC CD-Rs but if anyone has any other suggestions on how to get the CD soundtrack to work, I'd appreciate it. What I heard sounded magnificent.

I kick myself for not jumping on board sooner to get the collector's edition but judging on the little I played-well worth the cash for the reprint. Now I gotta find a place on my TV stand to squeeze my Genny w/ Model 1 CD unit onto.

Grinding is one way to approach the game but it's not really necessary. Careful attention to strategy, the types of items you're carrying, enemy weakness and armor set ups will get you pretty far.

We actually have one guy on the forums attempting to play through the entire game fighting only the required fights. He's managed to get pretty far too.

[YoshiM]

Grinding is one way to approach the game but it's not really necessary. Careful attention to strategy, the types of items you're carrying, enemy weakness and armor set ups will get you pretty far.

We actually have one guy on the forums attempting to play through the entire game fighting only the required fights. He's managed to get pretty far too.
Very interesting. I guess I'm used to how things were with past RPGs that I really don't mind the grinding. Give me that feeling of possible failure that many modern games lack. I hope to get more time with it soon.

[mobiusclimber]

The game started out fun, took a horrible turn into hair-pulling frustration, and has gone back to fun now. The floating platform puzzles just... gah. Of course I haven't spent enough time working my way thru the next major dungeon, so I dunno if all the slides are going to drive me crazy next or not. I'm actually pretty bummed that I never get too long to play the game (wish I had a nomad w/ a rechargable battery pack) b/c thinking about the crazy kinds of cash this game has sold for makes me almost kick myself for opening and playing it. Almost. (What can I say besides this economy sucks and if someone has $300 to spend, I could really use having them spend it on my stuff, LOL) It's a good game, certainly, but not $300 good. XD

[Rev. Link]

Well, I just took the plunge. I bought Beggar Prince a couple years ago, never actually got around to playing it. Hopefully I can avoid that with this game, it looks really cool. Of course, it doesn't help that my poor Genesis is buried under a stack of other games. I really need a better set up for my stuff.

Maybe I'll forget I ordered this by the time it actually arrives and it'll be a nice little surprise. I'll let you all know in about a month and a half, I suppose.

[sheath]

Beggar Prince is a good game. Pier Solar has all the makings of being something else entirely. I wish I was enough of an RPG fan to have played straight through it to find out for sure. It has yet to draw me in that way, but I can say the same of Final Fantasy III/VI and Chrono Trigger.

For some reason, only the early US released turn based RPGs ever captured my attention. I think it is because dialog does not improve a story to me.

[maxlords]

Got my reprint edition the other day. Did anyone else have a damaged manual in theirs? I emailed the Pier Solar team a few days ago...no response :(

Also tried burning the Iso that Watermelon provided...but it doesn't seem to want to work on my CDX :(

Double failure.... *sigh*

[Rev. Link]

Okay, I got an e-mail from Watermelon saying that they're awaiting my payment, but I payed with PayPal when I placed my order. I even have the receipt e-mail from PayPal, saying that the payment has gone through.

The Watermelon e-mail says that I'll get a payment confirmation e-mail, but I haven't gotten one yet. Should I try to get in touch with them?

[Zebbe]

Yes, please use the contact form on our site.

[Rev. Link]

Thanks, Zebbe, will do.

EDIT: Derp! Upon further inspection, the e-mail I got from PayPal says that my payment is in the process of going through, and it should be good in the next couple of days.

[Wolfrider31]

In case anyone's wondering about the masochist attempting to beat the game without fighting any of the optional battles - looks like he finally made it. Game beaten at level six.

O.O

http://www.piersolar.com/board/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=1836&start=15

[MyTurnToPlay]

Don't want to be off topic, but I wanted to reiterate my plea for a new SNES RPG. I swear, if you guys announce work on an snes rpg game, I'll be the first one to order. There'd probably be tons of interest in such a game. :)

thanks again for your great work with Pier Solar, and hopefully, and some point down the line you guys with do business with the snes :)

[Zebbe]

There won't be an SNES RPG. We have no experience with the SNES, it's much harder and more expensive to develop for, and most if not all of us in the team prefer the Mega Drive. It took six years to make a Mega Drive RPG, maybe it wouldn't take as long to do it for SNES since it would be our second game, but too bloody long anyway. Next game will be something quicker and shorter, but still just as good as Pier Solar.

[ifkz]

Just ordered a reprinted copy, and I can't wait. This is my first homebrew Genesis game!

[maxlords]

Hey Zebbe....what are the chances of getting a replacement manual for my reprint edition? I emailed thru the site but got no response...

[Zebbe]

When did you mail? Fonzie gets many mails every day, and it takes time for him to answer all of them, but eventually all get replied to.

[APE992]

I ordered mine sometime last month. After seeing the 45 day print cycles I'll probably see it around May/June...

Sad panda. Plenty of time to fix my SegaCD though.

[maxlords]

When did you mail? Fonzie gets many mails every day, and it takes time for him to answer all of them, but eventually all get replied to.

Almost 2 weeks now? The day after I got it...

[Zebbe]

OK. He should have replied to you. Have you checked your spam folder?

[yuleeyahoo]

Has the latest reprint sold out yet? Is Watermelon planning on releasing final sales numbers? Anything on their next endeavor? Who put the bop in the bop-shoo-bop?

[Zebbe]

Has the latest reprint sold out yet?

Yes. Our remaining stock was handled by Tototek, and they sold out today.



Is Watermelon planning on releasing final sales numbers?

No.



Anything on their next endeavor?

Listen to classicl337's podcast next week.



Who put the bop in the bop-shoo-bop?

Probably Betty Boop.

[swlovinist]

I am still waiting for my reprint order, and cant wait to play the game!

[obesolete]

I just got my reprint copy in the mail today. It's sitting on my coffee table waiting to be opened.

If I open it now I know there won't be any work done for the rest of the day.

What is a girl to do?!?

[Darko]

I received my shipping confirmation several weeks ago and alas, still no game. Is that typical or should I be worried?

[Wolfrider31]

I received my shipping confirmation several weeks ago and alas, still no game. Is that typical or should I be worried?

Depends on whether it was a shipping confirmation (vs an order confirmation) and how many weeks several refers to. :) My answer would be no, you don't need to worry. We ship the games in batches every 45 days, so while you might have placed the order a while ago, it didn't ship the moment you ordered. The last batch we shipped was around the middle of April, so you're still well in the clear for getting your game on time.

[Darko]

Okay, thanks. It was the shipping confirmation email. I ordered the game sometime in early March. Looking forward to it!

[Zebbe]

We have produced more copies of Pier Solar. They will be for sale soon. Stay tuned.

[Tron 2.0]

We have produced more copies of Pier Solar. They will be for sale soon. Stay tuned.
I like to get a copy i just got myself a genesis again where do i buy ?

[Mathius]

www.piersolar.com ;)

[Amon_Re]

We have produced more copies of Pier Solar. They will be for sale soon. Stay tuned.

Does Piers Solar work on a clone/nomad? Or should I score me a working Genesis for this game?

[Zebbe]

It works perfectly on the Nomad, may or may not work properly on clones (not officially supported).

[Tron 2.0]

www.piersolar.com ;)
Hmm i gota sign up there i take it.