Alpha Kimori
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Alpha Kimori is a Japan
ese anime
inspired trilogy of bright and colorful episodic Sprite (computer graphics)
Role Playing Games or JRPG. Its unique selling points are a highly philosophical plot and its traditional JRPG turn based battle system, which appeal to fans of the genre. Alpha Kimori and Great Doubt are trademarked in Canada. Alpha Kimori is independently developed by Sherman Chin and Sherman3D
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and Chinese Tao
philosophies. The story, which is a metaphor of what is happening in the real world today, tells of two opposing forces of Yin and Yang
where the lines are not so clear cut. Both forces are dependent on each other and there are always shades of gray. The story is presented with simple 2D graphics that masks its complex storyline and is accessible even to those who prefer not to contemplate its metaphoric connotations.
was written and recorded by Japanese composer, Yossy.
and 3D models of the game characters..
on March 24th 2011. For an indie game, it was then widely received worldwide as evidenced by the long list of international distributors.
Alpha Kimori had its first official review by Gamezebo
with a rating of 4 out of 5 stars and is titled, "Alpha Kimori: Great Doubt is an excellent, thought-provoking RPG."
Alpha Kimori was also reviewed by RPGFan positively - "Sherman3D
created a brightly futuristic world with a style all its own that stands out from the pack."
Alpha Kimori was featured in the AnimationXpress Asia Pacific news portal.
Alpha Kimori and its creators, Sherman Chin and Tiffany Lim, were featured on the cover and center spread of the New Straits Times newspapers' Tech pullout. The article was awarded best feature and best cover.
Sherman Chin spoke at the Defense, Science and Research and Conference DSR 2011 on the philosophy behind Alpha Kimori.
An Alpha Kimori Episode One 200-page Official Strategy Guide was created for fans and announced on Gamasutra.
Spinoff games based on the Alpha Kimori intellectual property was also announced on Gamasutra.
Japan
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ese anime
Anime
is the Japanese abbreviated pronunciation of "animation". The definition sometimes changes depending on the context. In English-speaking countries, the term most commonly refers to Japanese animated cartoons....
inspired trilogy of bright and colorful episodic Sprite (computer graphics)
Sprite (computer graphics)
In computer graphics, a sprite is a two-dimensional image or animation that is integrated into a larger scene...
Role Playing Games or JRPG. Its unique selling points are a highly philosophical plot and its traditional JRPG turn based battle system, which appeal to fans of the genre. Alpha Kimori and Great Doubt are trademarked in Canada. Alpha Kimori is independently developed by Sherman Chin and Sherman3D
Sherman3D
Sherman3D is an independently owned video game developer company incorporated in 2003 by Sherman Chin and Tiffany Lim, which develops cute, bright, and colorful Anime inspired video games.-Overview:...
.
Alpha Kimori Great Doubt
Alpha Kimori Great Doubt Episode One is the first of the trilogy of Alpha Kimori Role Playing Games. Unlike other JRPGs that focus on either fantasy or sci-fi, this is a mix between the both. A lot of emphasis is placed on character development in the linear storyline, which is more common for JRPGs that are interactive novels compared to open ended western RPGs. Great Doubt is named after the underlying Great Doubt philosophy which is inspired by the Japanese ZenZen
Zen is a school of Mahāyāna Buddhism founded by the Buddhist monk Bodhidharma. The word Zen is from the Japanese pronunciation of the Chinese word Chán , which in turn is derived from the Sanskrit word dhyāna, which can be approximately translated as "meditation" or "meditative state."Zen...
and Chinese Tao
Tao
Dao or Tao is a Chinese word meaning 'way', 'path', 'route', or sometimes more loosely, 'doctrine' or 'principle'...
philosophies. The story, which is a metaphor of what is happening in the real world today, tells of two opposing forces of Yin and Yang
Yin and yang
In Asian philosophy, the concept of yin yang , which is often referred to in the West as "yin and yang", is used to describe how polar opposites or seemingly contrary forces are interconnected and interdependent in the natural world, and how they give rise to each other in turn. Opposites thus only...
where the lines are not so clear cut. Both forces are dependent on each other and there are always shades of gray. The story is presented with simple 2D graphics that masks its complex storyline and is accessible even to those who prefer not to contemplate its metaphoric connotations.
Plot
The story of Alpha Kimori is set 50 years after the alien invasion of Earth. The planet Kimori becomes the new home to two warring human factions, named Bidarians and Jinrians. The Bidarians want to reclaim Earth. The Jinrians are contented with their new home. Thu, the Bidarians destroy with their mighty Robotic Intelligent Cybernetic Armor (RICA) technology while the Jinrians defend the planet with the ability to transmute into colossal indigenous creatures. Amidst the turmoil, young Bidarian warrior, Rick, falls in love with Jinrian princess, Yuki.Characters
- Rick Brightheart
- Rick is a Bidarian warrior and a Kimorian enhanced human. The Bidarian Elders and Rick's parents exert tremendous pressure on Rick to perform in the Bidarian army. Rick is quite capable but his childhood memories of a girl with wings continue to haunt him and prevents him from violent tendencies.
- Vanessa Avery
- Vanessa is a Bidarian warrior who is a loyal childhood friend to Rick. She is an extremely gifted student in Ki Skills and her sense of pride has earned her the reputation of a diva. However, she seems willing to lower her standards for Rick because of her affection for him. Rick seems oblivious to her advances and views her as a friend rather than a lover.
- Yuki Furikai
- Yuki is a princess from Jinri adopted by the Jinrian Lord Magnus. Little is known about her history and how she has angelic wings. Notwithstanding her title, Yuki is a martial artist who prefers to go on subterfuge missions on her own. Yuki is oftentimes idealistic and would not admit her feelings for Rick, preferring instead to blame him for her grievances.
Theme Song
The Alpha Kimori theme song sung by the popular iconic Hatsune MikuHatsune Miku
is a singing synthesizer application with a female persona, developed by Crypton Future Media. It uses Yamaha Corporation's Vocaloid 2 synthesizing technology. The name of the character comes from a fusion of the Japanese for , and future , referring to her position as the first of Crypton's...
was written and recorded by Japanese composer, Yossy.
Game Trailer
The Alpha Kimori trailer featured the theme song sung by the popular iconic Hatsune MikuHatsune Miku
is a singing synthesizer application with a female persona, developed by Crypton Future Media. It uses Yamaha Corporation's Vocaloid 2 synthesizing technology. The name of the character comes from a fusion of the Japanese for , and future , referring to her position as the first of Crypton's...
and 3D models of the game characters..
Distribution
Alpha Kimori Great Doubt Episode One is distributed on:- Big Fish GamesBig Fish GamesBig Fish Games is a provider of Internet media delivery software and game services based in Seattle, Washington. The company was founded in 2002 by Paul Thelen , and currently employs more than 400 people...
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Reception
Alpha Kimori was released on a one week exclusive on Big Fish GamesBig Fish Games
Big Fish Games is a provider of Internet media delivery software and game services based in Seattle, Washington. The company was founded in 2002 by Paul Thelen , and currently employs more than 400 people...
on March 24th 2011. For an indie game, it was then widely received worldwide as evidenced by the long list of international distributors.
Alpha Kimori had its first official review by Gamezebo
Gamezebo
Gamezebo is a website that focuses on editorial coverage of the casual games industry, offering interviews, features, reviews, previews, strategy guides, news and podcasts....
with a rating of 4 out of 5 stars and is titled, "Alpha Kimori: Great Doubt is an excellent, thought-provoking RPG."
Alpha Kimori was also reviewed by RPGFan positively - "Sherman3D
Sherman3D
Sherman3D is an independently owned video game developer company incorporated in 2003 by Sherman Chin and Tiffany Lim, which develops cute, bright, and colorful Anime inspired video games.-Overview:...
created a brightly futuristic world with a style all its own that stands out from the pack."
Alpha Kimori was featured in the AnimationXpress Asia Pacific news portal.
Alpha Kimori and its creators, Sherman Chin and Tiffany Lim, were featured on the cover and center spread of the New Straits Times newspapers' Tech pullout. The article was awarded best feature and best cover.
Sherman Chin spoke at the Defense, Science and Research and Conference DSR 2011 on the philosophy behind Alpha Kimori.
An Alpha Kimori Episode One 200-page Official Strategy Guide was created for fans and announced on Gamasutra.
Spinoff games based on the Alpha Kimori intellectual property was also announced on Gamasutra.