By now you all should have heard the rumors that a DS version of Disgaea was on the way, and the Internet has finally gotten its clammy talons on the Famitsu page that confirms it. What we know is that the game will be a port of Disgaea: Hour of Darkness (or Afternoon of Darkness if you have the PSP version) and ... well, do you we need more? It's Disgaea!

Actually, one question that needs answering is this -- how are they going to fit that much game into one little cart? I fear that compromises may have to be made, vis-a-vis the voice acting department. Maybe they can cram it all in, but if not, that would be a real shame, as Disgaea's voice work was pretty entertaining and helped flesh out a witty, if ludicrous, script. Nevertheless, I'm not one to complain about NIS making more sales -- God knows those guys deserve it.

Speaking of more, two further NIS titles have been announced for the DS. The first is a game called Jigsaw World, while the second is going to be of great interest to old school tactical RPG fans with long memories. That game is Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure. Ring any bells? Anyone?

Sadly, I never got to play NIS' musical RPG, despite the fact I badly want to, so this is news that's even better than Disgaea to me. Being an original PlayStation release, hopefully there's no question of Rhapsody being ported without hindrance, and I will finally get to indulge my love of RPGs, quirkiness, and musicals in one fell swoop. What a glorious day!