Summary
Reports are highlighting thatUnicorn Overlordmay not be getting any more content, despite the calls for more from its fanbase. WhileUnicorn Overlordhas managed to achieve new heights for developer Vanillaware, it seems more likely that the studio may be interested in gathering its resources and using them on a different project.
Unicorn Overlordwas a largely successful outing from Vanillaware.Unicorn Overlord, the developer’s biggest project to date, iterated on the art style and many of the gameplay traditions that Vanillaware has become known for, leaving fans of the studio hoping that even more would be coming soon.
GamesRadar talked to Takafumi Nomaabout the probability of a successor toUnicorn Overlord, and unfortunately, the game’s director says the chances appear slim right now. Noma stated that there are no plans to continue the development of the series, regardless of whether it’s as DLC or a sequel. Noma expressed gratitude forthe way thatUnicorn Overlordhas been received by players, but it just doesn’t seem like there’s a future in mind for the game right now.
Unicorn Overlord Director Says There Are No More Plans
Takafumi Noma noted that although there aren’t any plans at Vanillaware for moreUnicorn Overlord, continuing the series with DLC, or providing it with a PC port are ideas that he’s open to. It seems that as long as they get the green light from Sega and Atlus, moving forward withUnicorn Overlordis something its developers would be happy to do.Gamers have been asking for aUnicorn OverlordPC port, but despite the demand from fans, it appears that that’s not enough right now.
It’s unclear whether this is the end forUnicorn Overlordas a whole. Vanillaware has seen more success with this title than it has many of its other releases,withUnicorn Overlordhitting 1 million salesfaster than13 Sentinels: Aegis RimandDragon’s Crown. IncludingUnicorn Overlord, Vanillaware has published its last three titles with Atlus, a company that the last decade has been great for with games likeMetaphor: ReFantazioand thePersonafranchise. Vanillaware may be searching for aPersona-sized hit before moving into franchising its releases. However, it could be just as difficult to create hype for a series without having a recognizable property that’s been proven over time. Regardless, Vanillaware seems ready to move on to the next project.
Unicorn Overlord
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Liberate Your Kingdom, Reclaim Your Destiny. From the masterminds that brought 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim and Odin Sphere, ATLUS x Vanillaware presents the rebirth of tactical fantasy RPG. Fight against fate and embark on a royal adventure to regain your reign alongside trustworthy allies.Unicorn Overlord combines the timeless tactical RPG genre with overworld exploration and innovative battle system for a unique epic fantasy experience in the iconic Vanillaware style.Traverse a vibrant world, assemble units and direct them into exquisitely animated battles. Perform heroic deeds and grow renown throughout the five nations. Cultivate a grand army with over 60 unique characters, from humans and elves to massive beasts and heavenly angels.
