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Koumajou Remilia Scarlet Symphony Full Playthrough

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Komajou Remilia was originally released in 2009 as one of the many fan games in the Touhou universe. This time, instead of a bullet hell game, we got a “Touhouvania” or a parody of the Castlevania games. Despite the many inspirations from Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Komajou Remilia mixes the classic Castlevania formula with Touhou’s shooting game mechanics. As such, it is not a metroidvania. Komajou Remilia’s snappy controls, fast pace, nice Castlevania-ish music, and colorful cast makes for a fun and light-hearted experience in spite of all the bullets that are thrown at you.

Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony is an action side-scroller based on the world-famous 「Touhou Project」. The legendary 2009 title comes back with modern upgrades including HD remastered graphics and a number of bonus content, ready to give fans more convenient and pleasant gameplay experience.

Koumajou Remilia Scarlet Symphony
Developer: Frontier Aja, CFK Co., Ltd.
Publisher: CFK Co., Ltd.
Website: https://www.cfk.kr/
Platform: Windows
Release Date: 28 Jul, 2022
Price: $29.99 USD

Available now on Steam – https://store.steampowered.com/app/1229880/Koumajou_Remilia_Scarlet_Symphony/

Summary:

Recommended – Komajou Remilia is a blast to play from beginning to end. Its fresh take on the Classicvania formula should be explored more. It is short and a bit too simplistic, but still fun and charming.

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Create your dream matches with JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE: ALL-STAR BATTLE R, available today!

JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE: ALL-STAR BATTLE R, is out today on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE: ALL-STAR BATTLE R immerses players in an authentic video game adaptation of the popular anime series. The game stays true to creator Hirohiko Araki’s captivating art style with faithfully recreated character expressions, “Stand” special move cut-scenes, and intense battles delivered with stunningly vibrant detail. The original Japanese VO (Voice Over) actors complete the immersion by delivering their signature catchphrases along with the series’ unforgettable dialogue.

Watch the launch trailer now

JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE: ALL-STAR BATTLE R brings together a massive roster of 50 characters from every story arc in the JoJo’s franchise anime series. It also introduces a completely modernized version of the fight system from the original game, upping the tempo with hit stops, dash jumps, intricate new combos, and an all-new “Assist” battle system. In the game, players can experience popular battles from each story and see heroes from different universes interact for the first time, playing as Jonathan Joestar, DIO, Jotaro Kujo, Jolyne Cujoh, daughter of Jotaro and the first-ever female main protagonist in the series, and many more.

At launch, JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE: ALL-STAR BATTLE R will feature six exciting game modes:

  • All-Star Battle Mode – In All-Star Battle Mode, you can complete battles with various setups, including reliving classic JoJo bouts and playing through “What-If” fights between different characters, and earn rewards along the way.
  • Arcade Mode – Battle computer-controlled opponents in eight consecutive battles in Challenge Battle or fight until your health runs out in Endless Battle.
  • Versus Mode – Battle your friends or the CPU in Single Battle, Team Battle (3v3), or against eight opponents in Tournament Battle.
  • Online Mode – Battle against friends or foes from around the world in online matches.
  • Practice Mode – Sharpen your skills in Practice Mode.
  • Customize Mode – Use Customize Medals earned in-game to modify character Victory Poses and Taunts.

Players willing to try their hands at the game can download the store demo that is available starting today on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch and PC. In this offline demo, players will be able to discover the Practice Mode and Versus Mode (Single Battle) with Joseph Joestar, Jotaro Kujo, Jolyne Cujoh, DIO and Yoshikage Kira.

For more information onJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R and other products from Bandai Namco Europe, please visit our website or follow us on Facebook or Twitter, or subscribe to our YouTube channel.

LEGO Themes Collide as LEGO Brawls Smashes Onto Consoles

Releasing on game consoles today, the multiplayer brawler full of brick-bashing fun takes the platform fighter genre to the next level with unique build-and-brawl customization mechanics

September 2, 2022: The new brick-based, team action brawler, LEGO® Brawls, releases today on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation® 5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Steam, and GeForce NOW. The multiplayer platformer is a first for the genre, combining near-infinite brawler customization, unlockable content, and action-packed, competitive gameplay set in the LEGO universe.

Watch the launch trailer here

With cross-platform play (cross-play) and multiple game modes, LEGO Brawls is a family-friendly video game for players of all ages, skill levels, and play preferences. LEGO Brawls is developed and published by the LEGO Group in partnership with Red Games Co., and is being distributed in physical format for consoles by Bandai Namco Europe.

“LEGO Brawls showcases LEGO play in a brand new way with its awesome family friendly fun.   Customize your minifigure and team up with your friends for some supercharged action, across all your most loved LEGO themes,” said Murray Andrews, Head of Publishing at LEGO Games.

The game’s build-and-brawl mechanics are an unprecedented evolution of the traditional platform fighter genre. Players build and compete with custom, one-of-a-kind LEGO minifigure brawlers tailored to their personality, strategy, and play style. With more than 77 trillion customization possibilities, players can choose any combination of minifigure parts, accessories, melee weapons, power-ups, emotes, and names to build their winning brawler. Seasonal events and content create even more possibilities.

“In a uniquely LEGO approach to the genre, imagination, self-expression, and zany humor set the stage for the game’s true-to-form, light-hearted competition style,” said Brian Lovell, CEO of Red Games Co. “LEGO Brawls breaks into new territory that encourages individuality, team collaboration, and pure competitive fun.”

The game features iconic LEGO themed levels, from beloved classic themes like Space and Castle, to fan-favorites such as LEGO Jurassic World™, LEGO NINJAGO®, and LEGO Monkie Kid™. Each level offers different game modes, unique challenges, and win conditions. During multiplayer online play, players can compete 4v4 to control the point, gather collectibles in Collect Mode levels, play a battle royale-style game where it’s “every-player-for-themself,” or have a free-for-brawl where the last player standing wins. In Party Mode, players can play private games with friends locally or online. With cross-platform support, players everywhere can team up and compete, regardless of their game system.

LEGO Brawls is now available via retailers, Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store for Xbox, Steam, Apple Arcade, and GeForce NOW.

For more information, please visit www.legobrawlsgame.com.

About Red Games Co.

Red Games Co. is a game development studio based in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Los Angeles, California, focused on creating fun, competitive, and family-friendly games. The studio creates original games that players of all ages and abilities can enjoy based on its own internal IP as well as collaborations with longtime partners (including LEGO®, Hasbro, and Crayola). Red Games Co.’s hit games and apps include LEGO Brawls, Crayola Create and Play, Transformers Tactical Arena, Solitaire Stories, Super Mega Mini Party, and Bold Moves. “Our mission is to create games that multigenerational audiences love to play, friends and families can enjoy together, and parents can endorse,” says Red Games Co. CEO Brian Lovell.

For more information, visit www.redgames.co.

About the LEGO Group

The LEGO Group’s mission is to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow through the power of play. The LEGO System in Play, with its foundation in LEGO bricks, allows children and fans to build and rebuild anything they can imagine.   The LEGO Group was founded in Billund, Denmark in 1932 by Ole Kirk Kristiansen, its name derived from the two Danish words LEg GOdt, meaning “Play Well”. Today, the LEGO Group remains a family-owned company headquartered in Billund. However, its products are now sold in more than 130 countries worldwide.

For more information, please visit: www.LEGO.com.   

About Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S.

Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S. is a leading global publisher and developer of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.

Bandai Namco Europe is producing intellectual property for a global audience, and is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, PARK BEYOND™, and the upcoming UNKNOWN 9™ Awakening – developed by the recently acquired Reflector Entertainment based in Montreal, QC.

Bandai Namco Europe serves as the Headquarters of BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc. for mainland Europe, which is known for creating and publishing many of the Toy & Entertainment industry’s top franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TAMAGOTCHI™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™ and DARK SOULS™.

For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu

LEGO® BRAWLS SOFTWARE ©2022 Red Games Co. Produced by Red Games Co. under license from the LEGO Group. LEGO, the LEGO logo and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2022 The LEGO Group. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

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Back 4 Blood Children of the Worm DLC Launch Trailer Shows Off New Story Campaign, Playable Cleaner, and Enemy Threat; Available Now

Back 4 Blood Children of the Worm DLC Launch Trailer Shows Off New Story Campaign, Playable Cleaner, and Enemy Threat; Available Now

Warner Bros. Games and Turtle Rock Studios unveiled the launch trailer for Back 4 Blood – Expansion 2: Children of the Worm, the next major downloadable content (DLC) for the first-person co-op zombie shooter. The video showcases brand-new story campaign elements that put players into an epic showdown with a new adversary known as The Cultists, a deranged group of humans who fight for the rise of the Ridden. To help against this fierce enemy threat, the expansion introduces a new playable Cleaner, “Prophet” Dan – a gun toting, self-proclaimed preacher of the end times with reviving abilities to give teams a much-needed fighting chance. The new DLC also includes eight exclusive character skins and 12 exclusive weapon skins, along with new weapons, accessories, and cards. Children of the Worm is available now as part of the Back 4 Blood Annual Pass, Back 4 Blood: Deluxe Edition, Back 4 Blood: Ultimate Edition, or via standalone purchase.

Back 4 Blood – Expansion 2: Children of the Worm Launch Trailer

Children of the Worm follows the previously released Back 4 Blood – Expansion 1: Tunnels of Terror, which is available now.

Back 4 Blood is a first-person co-op zombie shooter from critically acclaimed developer, Turtle Rock Studios, available now for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles, and PC. The Back 4 Blood story takes place after a catastrophic outbreak where most of humanity has either been killed or infected by the parasitic Devil Worm. Hardened by unspeakable events and emboldened to fight for the last of humanity, a group of apocalypse veterans called the Cleaners have rallied to take on the infected horrors known as the Ridden and reclaim the world.

To learn more about Back 4 Blood, visit Back4Blood.com or join the community conversation on Twitter (@Back4Blood), Facebook (Back4Blood), Instagram (Back4Blood), Twitch (Turtle Rock Studios), YouTube (Back4Blood), and Discord (Turtle Rock Studios).

New in GTA Online: The Declasse Vigero ZX Muscle Car, New Hao’s Special Works Races, Free Shades, and More

The New Declasse Vigero ZX Muscle CarPlus, Get Green-Themed Items During Week 2 of the Sprunk vs. eCola Event, New HSW Race Series on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, and More

A hunk of muscle that would make the buffest gym bros and lamest ego lifters cry, the all-new Declasse Vigero ZX has landed in Los Santos.

In a win for local auto mogul Simeon Yetarian, he has secured retailing rights on the Declasse Vigero ZX, so in addition to obtaining it through the Southern San Andreas Super Autos site, you can visit the Premium Deluxe Motorsport showroom this week, and even test drive the new Vigero ZX before purchasing.

For extra punching power, players on the latest generation of consoles can bring the Vigero ZX to Hao’s Special Works at the LS Car Meet to apply a suite of mind-bending performance upgrades.

Double Rewards on HSW Race Series with New Races Added
Vehicles modified at Hao’s Special Works are enhanced in every sense of the word — the HSW Race Series pre-supposes that these rides should compete against each other to decide who’s top of the pile on some of the most brutal intersections, stretches of highway, and industrial parks of Los Santos.

Check out new races added to the HSW Race Series now on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S — and even if you’re left fighting for position in the middle of the pack, you’ll walk away with Double Rewards, all week long.

Free Green Tint Oversize Shades

As the Sprunk vs. eCola event reaches a fever pitch and Sprunk marketing dollars flood the streets, join the Sprunk-fueled action this week with a free pair of Green Oversize Shades, all the better to show your loyalty with.

This Week in Simeon’s Showroom
Visit Simeon’s Premium Deluxe Motorsport showroom anytime this week to check out the vehicles listed below in addition to the new Declasse Vigero ZX. Test any of them out on the streets, and then purchase outright:

  • The Canis Mesa, in Classic Green – previously unavailable for purchase in GTA Online
  • A Pearlescent Bright Green Imponte Beater Dukes — at 50% off this week and wrapped in the White Stripes livery
  • The Bravado Banshee at 40% off this week with a Matte Green paint job and the Black Racing Stripes livery
  • A Classic Bright Green Dundreary Landstalker XL equipped with the Flame livery
  • Luxury Autos Showroom: Sprunk-Green Annis S80RR and Överflöd Imorgon

Head over to Luxury Autos showroom across from Record A Studios to ogle the Annis S80RR (40% off this week) and Överflöd Imorgon in the window display and purchase either one.

Bunker Bonuses for Arms Traders
The illicit arms trade is on the upswing. Supply and demand is a delicate formula, and you’re on the right side of the equation. Gunrunners can harness 1.5X Research Speeds all week and 2X GTA$, RP, and Research Units for Source Research Data missions. Eager Gunrunners can earn a bonus GTA$250K for completing a Bunker Sell Mission, and another GTA$250K for completing 3 total Bunker Sell Missions (both delivered within 72 hours of completion).

Only on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S

Hao’s Premium Test Ride: Grotti Turismo Classic
Visit the beating heart of the LS Car Meet and see what the engineering geniuses at Hao’s Special Works cooked up this week: a Grotti Turismo Classic keyed-up to the gills, glowing purple, and chomping at the bit to get racing. Let it loose on the streets in a test drive or buy it from Hao outright and gun it for the nearest starting line.

This Week’s HSW Time Trial
Speaking of starting lines, this week’s HSW Time Trial cuts a long streak between North Chumash to the Palomino Highlands.

3X GTA$ and RP on San Andreas Super Sport Series

As part of the Sprunk vs. eCola Challenge’s ongoing festivities, stock car racers moving up the pack in the San Andreas Super Sport Series will continue to earn 3X GTA$ and RPfor competing up until the Challenge’s end on September 28.

2X GTA$ and RP on Hunting Pack, Returning This Week

This week marks the return of several beloved modes, namely Sumo, Turf Wars, Land Grab, and Hunting Pack.

Stay above the speed threshold or bring the truck or bus rigged with explosives to a screeching (and screaming) halt in Hunting Pack and you’ll get 2X GTA$ and RP, all week long.

Car Meet Prize Ride: The Declasse Mamba

Placing Top 2 in the Pursuit Series for 2 days in a row this week will earn you a refreshingly green Declasse Mamba, for good measure.

Try Out the Pfister Astron, Mammoth Patriot Mil-Spec, and Gallivanter Baller ST

The collection of try-before-you-buy vehicles at the LS Car Meet are all repping Sprunk green this week too. Hit the Test Track to check out the Pfister Astron, Mammoth Patriot Mil-Spec, and Gallivanter Baller ST.

On The Diamond Casino Podium: The Ocelot Locust

The Diamond Casino & Resort’s Lucky Wheel grand prize this week is a Sprunk-green Ocelot Locust. Stop by The Diamond’s lobby once a day to give it a spin. You can also win another type of green — in the form of GTA$ — as well as RP, clothing, mystery prizes, and more.

GTA+
This month’s benefits for GTA+ Members include:

  • The new Declasse Vigero ZX complete with a Hao’s Special Works Performance Upgrade
  • Two liveries for the Declasse Vigero ZX exclusive to GTA+ Members
  • The Vespucci Beach MC Clubhouse
  • 50% bonus GTA$ and RP on Biker Sell Missions, Clubhouse Contracts, and Extra Income Jobs
  • Free clothing and accessories, and more

Visit the GTA+ website to check out all the GTA+ Membership Benefits available through September 28. To learn more about how to make the most of your GTA+ Membership, check out the GTA+ Guide.

DISCOUNTS:

As part of the Sprunk vs. eCola event, all Sprunk and eCola liveries continue to be free. Beyond soft drink-adjacent items, there are plenty of other discounts this week, including 40% off Bunkers, and their Upgrades and Supplies. Hao’s feeling generous as well, offering a blanket 30% off all Conversion, Engine Tuning, Transmission, Turbo, and Brake costs.

  • 50% off – Imponte Beater Dukes
  • 50% off – Pfister Comet Safari
  • 50% off – Shitzu Hakuchou Drag
  • 40% off – Annis S80RR
  • 40% off – Bravado Banshee
  • 40% off – Pfister Astron Custom
  • 40% off – Vapid Desert Raid
  • 40% off – LF-22 Starling
  • 40% off – BF Dune FAV
  • 30% off – Gallivanter Baller ST

Prime Gaming Benefits

GTA Online players who successfully connect their Rockstar Games Social Club account with Prime Gaming will get GTA$125K just for playing anytime this week.

All bonus GTA$ will be deposited into your Maze Bank account within 72 hours at the start of the next weekly event. To ensure access to future benefits, make sure to visit Prime Gaming and sign up.

Check Rockstar Support for details and limitations.

NBA 2K23 – All New MyCAREER Experience

NBA® 2K23 Celebrates the Intersection of Music and Basketball Culture with All-New MyCAREER Experience.

Check out the all-new NBA® 2K23 MyCAREER storyline in the reveal trailer, featuring Grammy Award winning multi-platinum hip-hop artist J. Cole, and Dreamville’s Bas and Elite

Sydney, Australia – September 2, 2022 2K today revealed details about the all-new MyCAREER experience in NBA® 2K23 on Next Gen that includes the largest and most involved storyline in franchise history. The story kicks off after the NBA Draft and challenges players to balance their performance in the NBA, while navigating their off-court career through music, fashion, and business. Among a rich cast of characters and cameos, MyCAREER will feature Dreamville musicians Elite and Bas as they help players befriend J. Cole and capture the hearts and minds of The City.*

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xf-qXaxgsFs&feature=youtu.be

NBA 2K has long been a place to discover new musical talent through their game and continues to be a gold standard for showcasing all things basketball culture,” said J. Cole. “It’s been an amazing journey to not only appear on a cover of this year’s game, but to be part of the MyCAREER storyline, soundtrack and bring the DREAMER brand into NBA 2K. There’s also more to come, so watch out for all things Dreamville and DREAMER brand drops during Seasons and for Bas and Elite in this year’s MyCAREER story.”

“The sheer scale, depth and talent featured in this year’s MyCAREER creates an unparalleled experience within NBA 2K23,” said Alfie Brody, Vice President of Global Marketing Strategy at NBA 2K. “At the top of that list of talent is our first cover star who truly sits at the intersection of basketball and music. Bringing a visionary like J. Cole and DREAMER into the creative process for both the game and the soundtrack showcases the pillar of culture that NBA 2K23 has become.”

Additionally, the NBA 2K23 soundtrack will feature a collection of globally renowned artists at launch, including “TITANIC (feat. Rich Brian)” by Jackson Wang, “Rucón” by Alemán, “West Like (feat. Kalan.FrFr)” by Destiny Rogers, “The Matrix” by Ski Mask the Slump God, “Surround Sound (feat. 21 Savage & Baby Tate)” by JID, “Wants and Needs (feat. Lil Baby)” by Drake, “Nail Tech” by Jack Harlow, “Megan’s Piano” by Megan Thee Stallion, “No Trends” by Mike Dimes, “Que Oso” by Snow Tha Product, “Rapstar” by Polo G, “love nwantiti (ah ah ah) [feat. Joeboy & Kuami Eugene] [Remix]” by CKay,and many more. With three new tracks dropping every Friday, the NBA 2K23 soundtrack will feature a variety of artists, along with record label partnerships and integrations throughout Seasons.

Stay tuned for more news next week, including new details about The City on September 7, ahead of the NBA 2K23 worldwide launch on September 9.

Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K23 is rated PG by the Australian Classification Board. For more information on NBA 2K23, please visit https://nba.2k.com/2k23/.

2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

*The Next Gen MyCAREER experience is only available on the new-generation version of NBA 2K23 for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S.

About 2K

Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers and mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail and digital download. The Company is home to many talented development studios, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber and HB Studios. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA® 2K; renowned BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization® and XCOM® brands; popular WWE® 2K and WWE® SuperCard franchises; as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR® 2K. Additional information about 2K and its products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official social media channels.

About Take-Two Interactive Software

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops and publishes products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, Private Division, and Zynga. Our products are currently designed for console gaming systems, PC, and Mobile including smartphones and tablets, and are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO.

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TMNT: The Cowabunga Collection is OUT NOW!

13 iconic TMNT games, one shell of a time: KONAMI’S Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection is Available Now!

The collection is jammed-packed with gameplay improvements, as well as never-before-seen game concept art and development documents that span across decades of TMNT lore

Sydney, Australia – 1st September 2022: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection is available now. In collaboration with Nickelodeon, thirteen radical games from KONAMI’s entire archive of retro 8-bit, 16-bit, and arcade TMNT titles and their Japanese versions* bring Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo to life on all consoles.

You can watch the launch trailer here.

The Cowabunga Collection goes beyond the heated battles against Shredder’s hapless henchmen and dives deeper into the sewers to uncover never-before-seen development documents, game concept art, and sketches directly from KONAMI’s TMNT vault.

Discover the Turtle’s Lair: a virtual museum housing all things TMNT. Listen to retro game tunes and let the nostalgia take you back in time. Dig into the creative process of how the games were brought to life with concept sketches not previously seen by the public until now. Revisit original game manuals lost to time and painstakingly restored to prime conditions.

To keep up with the times, the collection features quality-of-life upgrades such as save and rewind features to pick up or restart wherever players choose. Watch-and-play mechanics allows players to let the game progress through levels on its own to help them get past difficult game stages before jumping back in to take control. Fun battle modes that enhance the gameplay experience have been added to spice up familiar game levels.

Included in the collection are strategy guides to help take players to the next level. Maps and the locations of hidden power ups are now at players’ fingertips. Not being able to accomplish the underwater mission in the TMNT game for the NES may soon be a thing of the past!

This timeless collection of original classics gives chasing down Shredder, fighting the Foot, and tangling-up with Bebop and Rocksteady a fresh look at why KONAMI’s adaptations of the heroes in a half shell set the standard in beat ‘em up, action games. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection includes:

  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Arcade)  
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time (Arcade)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (NES)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Arcade Game (NES)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: The Manhattan Project (NES)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tournament Fighters (NES)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time (Super Nintendo)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tournament Fighters (Super Nintendo)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hyperstone Heist (Sega Genesis)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tournament Fighters (Sega Genesis)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of The Foot Clan (Game Boy)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: Back From The Sewers (Game Boy)
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: Radical Rescue (Game Boy)

*11 Japanese regional versions total -No Japanese versions released for TMNT (Arcade) and TMNT: Tournament Fighters (NES)

**Titles with online functionality –TMNT (Arcade), TMNT: Turtles in Time (Arcade), TMNT: The Hyperstone Heist, TMNT Tournament Fighters (Super Nintendo)

©2022 Viacom Overseas Holdings C.V. All Rights Reserved. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom Overseas Holdings C.V. Nickelodeon and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. ©2022 Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc.​

About Konami Group

Konami Corporation Group was established in 1973, starting as an amusement machine manufacturer for arcades. Over the years, the company has grown to include different business units across various markets. Currently, KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION includes the Digital Entertainment, Amusement, Gaming & Systems, and Sports Businesses. The company went public on the Osaka Securities Exchange in 1984, the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 1988, and the London Stock Exchange in 1999. For more information, visit: www.konami.com/en.

About Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

The games are based on the characters and themes of the 80’s children’s cartoon and comic book series, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles often taking place in a fictionalized New York City, around the sewers, inside futuristic enemy bases and even across time itself! In collaboration with Nickelodeon, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection will also include loads of extras using imagery from the original cartoons, comics and other historic TMNT media content in a compiled Museum connecting the franchise across the various mediums. Additionally, never-before-seen development art, sketches and game design material will also be included. 

About Konami Digital Entertainment

Konami Digital Entertainment, which is the core company of Konami Group, develops entertaining content for mobile, console and card games. The company is known for global franchises such as eFootball™, Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Contra, as well as the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game series. www.konami.com/games/corporate/en/

Soul Hackers 2 Review

Soul Hackers 2

Developer: Atlus
Publisher: Atlus
Platforms: Xbox One, Playstation 4, PC, Playstation 5, Xbox Series X (Reviewed)
Release Date: Available Now
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Overview

When it comes to the Shin Megami Tensei series, it has seen many ups and a few downs. Despite being the base that Atlus built some of their most popular RPGs off of, the series’ spin-offs such as Persona have long taken the spotlight. Then again, other spin-offs went so far into the dark that they had yet to see a new game in well over a decade. This spin-off series happened to be the Devil Survivor series and even then, the most recent game from that spin-off in nearly a decade came in the form of a remake of the second game, Soul Hackers. Now though it is time for the Devil Survivor spin-off to see something of a continuation as Soul Hackers 2 has arrived worldwide. Does this RPG do enough to stand on its own or does it simply slide by on familiarity?

Story

The world is about to come to an end and the all-knowing AI of the world known as “Aion” has created two entities meant to save the lives of two seperate people whose deaths will send the world towards its inevitable demise. The first of these digital beings turned human is the lead character Ringo while her partner Figue is tasked with a more supportive role. The only problem is, both Ringo and Figue have arrived in the human realm just a bit too late and both people they were meant to protect have already been slain. While it is already too late to save one, Ringo takes the risky chance to perform a “Soul Hack” on the young devil summoner Arrow to try and bring him back to life and potentially bring humanity and the world back from the brink of destruction.

After a deceptively slow start that actually gathers the entire cast in quick order, Soul Hackers 2 tells a fairly enjoyable story that doesn’t really tread much in the way of new ground. The premise is an interesting enough one, with the “big bad” seeking to gather five Covenants that, if assembled together, can be used to summon the end of the world. For the most part though this retreads the usual law and chaos routes that fans of the franchise as a whole are familiar with with the Yatagarasu that Arrow belongs to being Law and the enemy Phantom Society being Chaos. As such it does come off as a bit predictable at times and really doesn’t make too much of an effort to throw in unique twists that longtime fans won’t see coming.

So, how exactly is it still enjoyable despite this you may ask? Well, despite its drawbacks the cast of characters are actually incredibly enjoyable as a group and this is mostly thanks to the fact that Ringo serves as a highly likable protagonist with an actual voice. Whereas Shin Megami Tensei protagonists usually are quiet with only players making a choice occasionally for them, Ringo really shines as her personality is absolutely glowing throughout the game. Part of this is likely due to her and Figue being freshly created humans from a super-intelligent AI and learning how the world of humanity works but as a whole she easily makes the story far more enjoyable than one would expect especially through her interactions with other cast members.

Along these same lines, while the small cast of characters may initially appear to be a rather ragtag group working together simply due to their goals aligning as the story progresses and players interact with them more, delving literally into their souls to learn about their pasts, and taking part in “hangouts” that unlock at the bar and safehouse it quickly becomes clear that this group is just as unique as fans of the series will hope for and only help Ringo’s character shine all the better, helping uplift the fairly straightforward story into being an enjoyable one.

Gameplay

Soul Hackers 2 surprisingly doesn’t do too much to change the formula that fans of the franchise as a whole should be familiar with. Players will delve into dungeons using 3D exploration with a camera angle attempting to give it a pseudo-first person feel though this can thankfully be changed. Nearly all exploration through dungeons is straightforward with players funneling through hallways that occasionally branch off into dead ends that contain an item or potentially a side objective. For the most part, dungeon exploration as a whole can feel a bit bland at times, especially during extended lengths in certain side dungeons, and only occasionally change things up by implementing simple puzzles or unique mechanics.

While exploring the dungeons themselves aren’t too interesting, a few elements unique to Soul Hackers 2 add a little extra enjoyment to the process as it deals with not only how players receive items but also obtain demons. Whenever players enter a dungeon, they will send all demons in their possession out into the field in what is called “Demon Recon.” This means that players will find their demons scattered in various places on the map and, when spoken to, will provide a variety of bonuses. Demons will find various items, money, and even offer healing for the party during exploration but they will also encounter other demons that may be willing to join the player’s team. 

Unlike other games where players talk with demons in combat to try and convince them to join their party, Soul Hackers 2 instead has players recruit demons through the Demon Recon. This is something of a double-edged sword as players will find that, as long as their level is above the demon that appears, they will always join the player’s party as long as they are given what they ask for which, as usual, ranges from money, to health, or items. The other aspect here is that players have no actual way to determine what demons will appear for recruitment. This means that it is entirely possible to run through a dungeon and completely miss recruiting a few demons that would have been easy to obtain otherwise. Sure, players can return to dungeons and always try again but it does make for a bit of annoying grinding at times. Of course, fusion remains an ever-present option for those demons that may have been missed or used to fuse stronger demons as allies for an upcoming dungeon.

Players are encouraged to level each demon they obtain until they have all of their possible skills for a couple of reasons and while the main reason is obvious, having more skills possible for inheritance during a fusion, but also because a fully trained demon will provide the player with a gift. These gifts range from simple healing items to special “Mistique” equipment that will help buff the character it is equipped to. This can range from making certain elemental skills cheaper to use to increasing the damage dealt by certain attacks. In fact, equipment plays a fairly large role in Soul Hackers 2 as players will be fighting with their four party members at all times, only swapping out their equipped demon to change their attack skills and elemental strengths and weaknesses. This means that purchasing defensive gear, upgrading their “COMP” weapons, and more can play a vital role in surviving some more difficult encounters. This includes even having a bit of food before venturing into a dungeon as meals provide various bonuses that last an entire dungeon run. 

As far as combat goes, players will be in for a fairly typical turn-based experience with their entire team taking actions and then the enemy team responding in turn. Players can gain an advantage before battle by striking an enemy in the field and approaching them when they are down but this isn’t always a guarantee. Unlike other games in the series, rather than using a Press Turn or downing system Soul Hackers 2 makes use of weakness strikes a bit differently. Now when players strike a weakness they instead build a “Stack” that deals a massive amount of damage to all enemies on the field. These “Sabbaths” allow all demons that dealt weakness damage to come out and serve as great ways to finish off weakened foes or even add other special effects as some demons can learn special Sabbath skills that will activate whenever that demon participates in one of these attacks. It is also worth noting that while the game has added “Ruin” as elemental damage from status effect attacks, it has opted to remove both light, dark, and nuclear elements.

Now earlier we mentioned certain side dungeons that players will want to spend quite a bit of time in. These happen to be called Soul Matrix dungeons and allow players to explore deep within the hearts of each of the party members that join the players party. These dungeons are unlocked as players interact with the characters themselves and build their “Soul Levels” by selecting various dialogue choices that make them happy during hangouts or story events. Players won’t need to worry about guessing with their choices as bond gains are shown when selecting a choice. These Soul Matrix serve as a major purpose in the way that they can not only help players level as needed but also unlock a large number of passive abilities for the characters in their party as well as unlock additional story scenes focused around the characters. Unfortunately, for as vital as it often seems to explore a newly available Soul Matrix level when it unlocks through story progression, the actual dungeons themselves are incredibly basic in nature and can feel far too repetitive for their own good. In fact at certain points it felt better to simply avoid enemy encounters while delving through a Soul Matrix simply to get through it faster and obtain the useful rewards and interesting character scenes.

As far as performance goes Soul Hackers 2 works incredibly well on the Xbox Series X with players jumping almost straight into battle outside of the initial attack animation. In something that is a bit of an odd design choice, the loading between areas is actually very fast to the point that Atlus appears to have intentionally slowed loading screens to allow players a chance to read the in-between tips and story recaps. The reason I say this is that an option to turn off loading screen tips or change it to button press advancement will shorten loading times immensely. This is fairly strange and something to take note of when beginning the game as it can be changed at any point.

Visuals & Audio

Of the Shin Megami Tensei spin-offs the Devil Summoner series has always had a more unique approach to their stylization and Soul Hackers 2 is perhaps the fanciest looking one yet when exploring outside of dungeons. Rather than focus on desolate areas, most of the places players explore in Soul Hackers 2 will be incredibly vibrant and feature futuristic looking designs and the rather outlandish stylization carries over to the character designs as well with Ringo really standing out in that regard. The monster designs remain as outstanding as ever with a number of possibly brand new demons being added into the franchise for the first time joining most of the returning roster. It is worth noting that while the world itself is fairly vibrant, a lot of the early dungeons can be rather bland in design and the Soul Matrix levels, despite their nature of being something of a digital world, are also similarly bland and uninspired in appearance.

This release of Soul Hackers 2 offers both the original Japanese voice track as well as an English dub for those who prefer listening to the game in English. While not all of the game’s dialogue is voiced, the English voice cast has done an incredible job here and it is nice to note that characters even chime in during battle depending on if players are targeting weaknesses or not. The soundtrack features an exceptional collection of background music that varies wildly depending on the locations that players are exploring or battling.

Overall

In many ways Soul Hackers 2 feels like a more middle-of-the-road take on an RPG from Atlus as its storyline is a bit too simple for its own good but is uplifted thanks to some great characters that are made all the better thanks to the charismatic protagonist that is Ringo. Along these same lines, demon recruitment is more random but at least a near guarantee while combat remains mostly the same outside of the addition of Sabbaths in place of the Push Turn system and removal of certain elements. This leads to the RPG being fairly satisfying at what it does but one that really doesn’t add much to the series outside of its great lead character.

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PlayStation Plus Monthly Games and Game Catalogue lineup for September revealed

PlayStation Australia is pleased to announce the September lineup for the PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue, with new games coming to both the Monthly Games lineup for all members and to the Game Catalogue for Extra and Deluxe members on PlayStation Plus.

The Monthly Games are available from September 6, and Game Catalogue and Classics arriving on September 20. So, let’s have a look at what’s in store!

PlayStation Plus Essential | Monthly Games | Available September 6 (until October 3)

Need for Speed Heat | PS4

Hustle by day and risk it all at night in Need for Speed Heat, a white-knuckle street racer, where the lines of the law fade as the sun starts to set. By day, Palm City hosts the Speedhunter Showdown, a sanctioned competition where you earn Bank to customise and upgrade your high-performance cars. At night, ramp up the intensity in illicit street races that build your reputation, getting you access to bigger races and better parts.

Granblue Fantasy: Versus | PS4

Legendary fighting game studio Arc System Works brings the Granblue Fantasy universe to PlayStation in an action-packed, head-to-head fighter. Granblue Fantasy: Versus features a colourful cast, each with a unique fighting style. Also includes an RPG mode that features an all-new, original story. Play solo or team up with a friend to fight waves of enemies in thrilling action-RPG combat.

Toem | PS5

Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover mysteries in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape. 

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalogue | Available September 20

Deathloop | PS5

Dishonored developer Arkane Lyon returns with a first person shooter tale of two rival assassins trapped in a mysterious time loop on the island of Blackreef, doomed to repeat the same day for eternity. As Colt, the only chance for escape is to end the cycle by assassinating eight key targets before the day resets. Learn from each cycle – try new paths, gather intel, and find new weapons and abilities. Alternatively, play as Julianna to protect the loop by invading other players’ games and stopping Colt in his tracks. 

Assassin’s Creed Origins | PS4

Explore the gigantic and unpredictable lands of ancient Egypt in this open world action RPG. Unveil dark secrets and forgotten myths as you go back to the one founding moment: The origins of the Assassin’s Brotherhood. Engage into multiple quests and gripping stories as you cross paths with strong and memorable characters. Loot and use dozens of weapons with different characteristics and rarities. Explore deep progression mechanics and challenge your skills against unique and powerful bosses.

Watch Dogs 2 | PS4

Play as Marcus Holloway, a brilliant young hacker living in the birthplace of the tech revolution, the San Francisco Bay Area. Explore this dynamic open-world as you attempt to take down an invasive operating system, hacking into every connected device and develop different playstyles as you upgrade your hacker tools. Take those skills online with a brand new co-op and adversarial multiplayer Watch Dogs experience.

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 | PS4

Relive – and battle in – historic moments in the Dragon Ball saga in this mashup between brawler and action RPG. Build your own character with an in-depth creation system, explore the city hub then time travel back to iconic moments from the series and use your might to battle against – and alongside – some recognisable faces.

Spiritfarer: Farewell Edition | PS4

This management game about dying has you playing as Stella, ferrymaster to the deceased. Build a boat to explore the world, then befriend and care for spirits before finally releasing them into the afterlife. Farm, mine, fish, harvest, cook, and craft your way across mystical seas. Join the adventure as Daffodil the cat, in two-player cooperative play. Spend relaxing quality time with your spirit passengers, create lasting memories, and, ultimately, learn how to say goodbye to your cherished friends.

Chicory: A Colourful Tale | PS4

This top-down adventure game is set in a colouring book world where you can draw on anything. Use your painting powers to explore new places, solve puzzles, unlock new abilities to reach new locations. Take on dozens of side quests, including mail delivery, art classes and photo taking. You can even play with friends and paint together in local co-op! 

Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame 5 | PS4, PS5

Race to become champion, race against friends and even build the perfect track in this indoor supercross sim. Take on career mode, moving from 250SX up to challenging the heroes of the 450X class, all the while keeping your rider racing fit, to achieve ultimate success. Tinker with the Track Editor mode or take on friends online or in split-screen in multiplayer. 

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX | PS4, PS5

Complete with new HD graphics, gameplay improvements and animations, rediscover all the levels from the original Miracle World, as well as brand new levels which expand the lore and story behind Alex Kidd. Transport straight into the classic with Retro Mode at any point during the game, and switch between reimagined music or remastered originals. 

Rabbids Invasion: The Interactive TV Show | PS4

Play Through 20 Rabbids Invasion episodes, interacting with the cuddly critters while the show runs, competing with friends and family to chase high scores and unlock new content. 

Rayman Legends | PS4

Rayman and friends return in this fantastic 2D platformer, packed with all-new levels packed with inventive challenges that’ll test your reflexes (and your friends’ with 4 player co-op online and local), as well as unlockable mini-games and even stages from the original Rayman Origins. 

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition | PS4

Rediscover the beloved 2D arcade-style beat ’em up inspired by the iconic comic book series and movie, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. Play as your favourite characters, level up and learn new awesome abilities, unlock secret items and modes, summon powerful allies, and more! Team up with friends and combine your skills to battle your way through waves of tough enemies, or compete with them in awesome mini-games like Dodgeball, all on your way to defeat the League of Ramona’s Evil Exes!

PlayStation Plus Deluxe | Classics | Available September 20

Syphon Filter 2 | PS1

Agency operatives Gabe Logan and Lian Xing discover that a plot to sell off the deadly Syphon Filter virus stems from within their own organisation. As they attempt to expose the conspirators and prevent the sale, the Agency responds by alerting military and police forces that Logan and Xing must be eliminated. Originally released in 2000, Syphon Filter 2 is enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. 

Toy Story 3 | PSP

Help Buzz, Woody and the rest of the toys ensure no toy gets left behind and enjoy mini-games in this adventure originally released on the PSP, now enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. 

Kingdom of Paradise | PSP 

Embark on an epic action RPG as an outcast swordsman, one of the last of his clan, must unlock secrets once thought lost and restore harmony to the land. Originally released on PSP, the game is now enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. 

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PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC Gameplay

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Join us in PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC as we pounce on enemies, eat ghosts, run away from ghosts, swim & run underwater, and even die a few times but manage to take down the cannonball spamming boss at the end.

PAC-MAN arrives home on his birthday to find the Ghosts have kidnapped PAC-MAN’s family & friends and ruined his party! Off to the rescue, PAC-MAN sets out to Ghost Island!

PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC
Developer: NOW PRODUCTION
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Website: https://bnfaq.channel.or.jp/ce
Platform: Windows
Release Date: 26 Aug, 2022
Price: $29.99 USD

Available now on Steam – https://store.steampowered.com/app/1859470/PACMAN_WORLD_RePAC/

Summary:

Recommended – “While it stumbles a bit on the visual front, PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC still ends up being a faithful remake with many quality-of-life improvements.”

Check out our Review for PAC-MAN WORLD Re-Pac here!

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