Atelier Totori: The Adventurer of Arland
Main Game
RELEASED
7.4
Jun 24, 2010
PlayStation 3byGust•NIS America
Overview:|
This 2010 Japanese Role-Playing Game (RPG) centers on Totori, an alchemist-in-training who seeks to become a renowned adventurer beyond her quiet village. The core loop blends the series' signature item synthesis with a strong emphasis on world exploration and discovery; you gather materials to craft items that enable further travel. The story follows her journey of self-discovery, where player actions and relationships forged along the way determine the final outcome of her quest.
This is a Japanese Role-Playing Game (RPG) originally released in 2010 for the PlayStation 3 platform. It serves as the twelfth main installment in its long-running series and is the direct sequel to the previous entry in the Arland sub-series, taking place five years after those events concluded. The game centers on Totooria Helmold, known affectionately as Totori, a young alchemist-in-training residing in the quiet fishing village of Alanya, located on the southern edge of the Arland Republic. Driven by a deep desire to become a renowned adventurer and explore the world beyond her sheltered home, Totori embarks on a journey of discovery. The narrative emphasizes the bonds forged with both new acquaintances and familiar faces encountered along the way, with the ultimate conclusion of her quest shaped by the player's actions throughout the adventure.
Core Gameplay Focus: Alchemy Meets Exploration
While rooted in the series' tradition of item synthesis, this installment significantly broadens the scope to heavily encourage exploration and discovery. The primary gameplay loop revolves around mastering the art of alchemy to create necessary items, which in turn facilitates deeper exploration of the world.
Players will spend time gathering diverse materials from various locations. These components are then utilized in the synthesis system to craft tools, weapons, armor, and essential quest items. Success in adventuring is directly tied to the quality and variety of the alchemical creations available.
What is the central objective of the adventure?
The main objective centers on Totori’s personal quest to transition from a trainee alchemist to a recognized adventurer. This involves setting goals, managing time effectively to complete tasks, and venturing out from her home base to uncover new areas and secrets within the world.
Atmosphere and Setting
The game presents a setting within the Arland Republic, blending the familiar comforts of a small, coastal town with the vast, unknown territories awaiting exploration. The atmosphere balances the cozy, crafting-focused life of an alchemist with the excitement and uncertainty of a grand adventure.
Progression and Replayability
The game features multiple potential outcomes. The player's decisions and the relationships developed with other characters throughout the journey directly influence the final resolution, suggesting different paths and endings to experience upon completion.
Additional Content Availability
As of the current date, there is no officially released downloadable content (DLC) or expansions associated with this main game title.
Game Details
Primary Name: Atelier Totori: The Adventurer of Arland
Alternative Names:
Totori no Atelier: Arland no Renkinjutsushi 2 (Japanese title - romanization)
Type: Main Game
Series: Atelier: Arland
Developer: Gust
Publisher: NIS America, Gust
Release Information
Release Date: Jun 24, 2010
Genres & Themes
Genres: Role-playing (RPG)
Themes: Open world, Fantasy
Platforms
PlayStation 3
Game Modes
Perspective: Third person
Player Modes: Single-player
Game Modes: Single player
Age Ratings
ESRB:T (Teen)
PEGI:12+
The content of this game is suitable for persons aged 12 years and over only. It contains: Realistic looking violence towards non human looking characters - Sexual images and/or sexual innuendo - Mild bad language
ACB:PG (Parental Guidance)
Mild violence and infrequent coarse language
Soren