''Eternal Poison'', released in Japan as ', is a turn-based

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developed mainly by

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, published and produced by

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for the

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. The game is a dark fantasy RPG where the player must catch and collect demons called Majin, these monsters can then be used as fellow party members or taken back to the base for other customizations.

Plot

''Eternal Poison'' begins in the Kingdom of Valdia where the demonic realm of Besek has suddenly appeared. This realm is home to demons called the Majin who have captured Valdia's Princess. The King of Valdia then issues a decree for her rescue which brings upon numerous adventurers of dissimilar intentions, the story of game is told from multiple perspectives of five key parties as they journey their way through the realm of Besek to rescue the princess.

Release

The game was released November 11, 2008 in North America by

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as a two-disc set, which includes a soundtrack CD featuring selected tracks.

Reception

''Eternal Poison'' received "mixed" reviews according to the

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. In Japan, ''

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'' gave it a score of two eights and two sevens for a total of 30 out of 40.

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criticized its confusing menus, long loading times during battle animations, and its repetitive soundtrack, while ''

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'' praised the looks and the engaging story.

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called it "a darkly beautiful, but very flawed, gothic/noir strategy-RPG."

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