Atlus and Vanillaware Possibly Considering Unicorn Overlord Sequel

Vanillaware’s tactical RPG Unicorn Overlord was a colossal hit in Japan and a serious success internationally. The studio might 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 fascinated with a Unicorn Overlord sequel. The ballot is technically just for Asian followers, although the shape has an possibility 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 possible 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 possible. Nonetheless, it might be an indication that the studio is a minimum of open to the likelihood. The sport’s profitable launch and optimistic reception make that appear particularly possible.

Previous to Unicorn Overlord, Vanillaware was arguably greatest recognized for 2007’s Odin Sphere and Dragon’s Crown from 2013. Nonetheless, 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 components from Dragon’s Crown and different Vanillaware video games, just like the side-scrolling RTS 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim.