Idolm@ster 2 on PS3

[JNiles]

Watched the trailer a few times to get an impression of Brand New Day- it's okay but doesn't really stick out.  It's my first time hearing it- I skipped the Hibiki episode because of all the negative press 

Someone should tell Yukiho that running only triggers a dog's instincts and makes it chase faster. 

[Neko-P]

Since we were just speculating about future DLC's...

On Ritsuko's "secret" concert set list in episode 18, there are only three songs that involve all of Ryuuguu Komachi: Smoky Thrill to start out the concert, Nanairo Button at the very end... and Hanikami! First Bite in the middle. What with us getting anime songs for a while, a new Ryuuguu Komachi song wouldn't be that out of place, especially if they actually get to use it in-game or something. The list also had Azusa sing a song called "Clear" (which was probably a sub-added translation, but still) which I haven't been able to find (in Japanese form or otherwise). There were, of course, a long list of solos that the girls get as image songs which were likely included for solely that reason, so the "Clear" song is a bit of a stretch, but I wouldn't doubt that Hanikami is coming up soon, possibly as an story-mode RK-compatible song.

Aside from that, I only have the usual suspects...

[Melanpan]

Not sure if anyone is interested in "Technical information" though I found this out today:



Perhaps it's the AC3 codec failing, but it seems like the im@s producers put a nasty cut-off on all the songs (incl sound tracks). Which isn't really nice in my opinion.
I should look at the spectrum again with analogue output from the ps3 perhaps xD

[Saturos]

wait, so what did you find here exactly?

[Garraboa]

First videos of Brand New Day! As always, the 360 version gets the catalog early:

Yukiho Solo:
http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17109870

Hibiki, Iori & Yayoi:
http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17109895

Haruka Solo:
http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17109903

Haruka, Hibiki & Makoto:
http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17109904

Hmm, dunno what to think about the song. I like the dance, but I think it ends too abruptly. That, or they just couldn't cram enough of it in 2 minutes :/

Forgot this one:

Azusa & Takane:
http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17109908

The dance looks pretty crazy with two people. Who are they holding hands with? XD

[Garraboa]

http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17110199

Yay! Eri's Precog is out, which means the catalog is out for PS3. Downloading right now! Go get it everyone, if only for the free accessory :p.

[ikuto-sama]

Slowly, the more I listen to the song, the more it grows on me. I feel as if it ends a bit awkwardly though...

Ryuuguu Komachi version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PH1OwWIjBEI

Hibiki solo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BRJXY7mKd8

Project Fairy (Hibiki center): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5s4Im4Kwe4c

Ami & Mami duo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sjAF6hzwu8

[Melanpan]

wait, so what did you find here exactly?

Well nothing to do with the game it seems.

What I found out is that when my ps3 plays a AC3 signal over optical to my amplifier there seems to be a cut-off around 15Khz (Humans can hear up to about 20Khz). 

Not super-relevant for people that aren't audiophiles xD
So never mind my previous post.

More technical nonsense

[Byuusan]

as much as i like the song (I cant enjoy it as much as other anime only songs though) the ending didn't feel right. I guess it because it feels like they can keep it going for a while longer but alas, imas game songs ends at around 2:10 min timer.

Choreograph/ Ami, Yukiho, Makoto - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K40I7bQw6go&feature=channel_video_title

Im also uploading a few more, the only notable one is Yayoi solo but im going to sleep right now, so if you wanna see it check out my channel for it, it'll be the most recent uploads.

[Maka]

Have some Eri~

http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17115315
http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17113738
Precog

http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17110325
Shiny Smile

http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm17111768
vs Eri in a FES

Eri's burst is really cute.

I hope the next song isn't Cheering Letter. :/ I like it, but it seems like it'd make a poor transition to the game.

[Funkies]

Brand New Day! has far less instrumentation (either realistic or electronic) than previous anime-related DLC songs.  I think it comes off with less umpf as well without having a proper "performance" in the anime (instead there was a Hibiki slideshow).  BND seems to have more of a traditional setup, were the "vocal" portion is the prominent aspect that moves the arrangement forward.  They gave it a pretty nice performance in my opinion, and I like that the "lead" does not necessarily take the most central position as well.  Instead all three performers are pretty well represented, which is groovy.

I expected the DLC to ramp down in tone if it were to stay anime related.  It's somewhat related to my opinion of the anime, though that's not the focus of this thread.  I quite like it myself, definitely does not disappoint from the trailer.

That strut... I love that strut they do.  Eri's neat too, always liked Precog quite a bit.

[Setsuna]

Well, I might note that I've think I've said that they have a contract until June with Sony for promotional purposes for the anime. I have to check if it's still true. Now that leaves, what, March, April, May and June? I forget.

There's still a few other things still outstanding as well... and I'm hoping that my condition improves enough for me to finally do some work (early compared to how long I should be waiting but I'm tired of sitting around and geting paid to do nothing.)

[Neko-P]

... my question: Does anyone else want "World of Pain" and "Living Dead" to be actual songs? I remember those being in the game's Top 100 list as a Cineria reference, and, with the Dearly Stars characters showing up now, I'm wondering if they'll use that reference for real. (Of course, it wouldn't happen for a while, probably not until whatever they're planning for the DS girls (and Ryo) happens...)

 Just a thought that was brought on by a lot of recent Dearly Stars research for a fanfic I'm thinking of writing...

[JNiles]

Hmm, that's an interesting idea.  I remember looking up at the leaderboard and wondering, "Why is this song kicking my ass??"  I would like to see a song that justifies such lofty sales.

[Funkies]

Well, I might note that I've think I've said that they have a contract until June with Sony for promotional purposes for the anime. I have to check if it's still true. Now that leaves, what, March, April, May and June? I forget.

That makes sense, seeing as how the Blu-rays finish come June.  While I have no adverse feelings towards the anime-content (they do have that tasty increased production value to the music), it would be nice to see some non-animoot songs pop up.  A variety is good, whatever it is.  That or if they'll ever catch up to the 360 DLC for the PS3. I Want to have Colorful Days while I L・O・B・M my money to the NBGI Overmaster for Kyun! Vampire Girl.

All of it.

There's still a few other things still outstanding as well... and I'm hoping that my condition improves enough for me to finally do some work (early compared to how long I should be waiting but I'm tired of sitting around and geting paid to do nothing.)

I hope ya feel (and get) better soon!