Power Requires Sacrifice… Your Rehabilitation in Persona 5 Begins in the Velvet Room

Caroline, Justine, and Igor Welcome You to Prison in the New Trailer!

Sometimes when the protagonist of Persona 5 goes to sleep, he doesn’t dream like a normal Japanese high-schooler. Oh no. He gets transported to a place that exists between dream and reality, mind and matter. A place where fate has made it look like a prison. A place where sacrifice creates power, and where a familiar face will assist the leader of the Phantom Thieves in reaching his full potential. Get ready to say hello to Igor once again, because the Velvet Room is back!

For those of you who aren’t familiar with the Velvet Room, it’s a special area where personas can be… played around with. Basically, the room is where personas collected in the Metaverse can be upgraded, turned into items, or undergo fusion. Let’s start with the most morbid one, shall we? Fusion allows personas to be fused together to create a new, hopefully stronger, one. There are three ways to fuse personas, basic fusion lets any two be fused together, while advanced fusion is preset and require three or more. Oh, there is one little thing I should mention. Your personas will need to be executed via guillotine to undergo the aforementioned fusions, so always remember their noble sacrifice when Velvet Room wardens, Caroline and Justine, lets the blade drop (be wary of accidents though). The third method of fusion is network fusion, which allows a player with online function to fuse their persona with a random online player’s persona!

Besides making heads roll, the Velvet Room offers other fun ways to execute, I mean, manage personas. For example, you can strengthen a persona by sacrificing (hanging) another one to it, put personas in lockdown so they can learn to take less damage from their weakness, and “transform” them via electric chair into a useful item/piece of equipment. You can also register and summon them from the compendium as well! Although the Velvet Room may look like a prison, it’s an important place to invest time and persona lives in. Oh, you can also access the area during the day/night or during Palace runs through a prison door looking portal.

Persona 5 is a game about the internal and external conflicts of a group of troubled youth who live dual lives. They have the typically ordinary day-to-day of a Tokyo high-schooler – attending class, after-school activities and part-time jobs. But they also undertake fantastical adventures by using otherworldly powers to enter the hearts of people. Their power comes from the Persona, the Jungian concept of the “self;” the game’s heroes realize that society forces people to wear masks to protect their inner vulnerabilities, and by literally ripping off their protective mask and confronting their inner selves do the heroes awaken their inner power, and use it to strive to help those in need. Ultimately, the group of Phantom Thieves seeks to change their day-to-day world to match their perception and see through the masks modern-day society wears.

Persona 5 will release on April 4^th in Australia, for PlayStation 4. Pre-orders are now available at participating retailers.

For more information, please visit http://www.deepsilver.com/en/games/persona-5/

FEATURES RECAP

• Persona 5 is the first numbered title of the award-winning franchise on home consoles since the PS2 generation.
• Fast-paced Japanese role-playing game mechanics, exciting action sequences, deep and engaging story.
• Vibrantly stylized characters, enemies, and environments, elegant anime-style cut-scenes.
• Soundtrack featuring the fresh sounds of acid jazz composed by the legendary composer Shoji Meguro.
• A standalone story experience that welcomes newcomers and veteran Persona players alike.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Title: Persona 5
Release Date: April 4^th 2017
Platform: PlayStation® 4
Developer: Atlus
Publisher: Deep Silver (PAL)
Genre: Japanese Role Playing Game (JRPG)
Players: One
Target Rating: CTC
Price: SteelBook Launch Edition: $99.95
Languages: English & Japanese Voice, English Text 

PREMIUM AND STEELBOOK EDITION DETAILS 

PS4 SteelBook Launch Edition – $99.95

Available only to PS4 pre-orders and a limited number of day-one purchases while supplies last

• SteelBook Edition: This will come specially packaged in a metal game case, emblazoned with Persona 5 designs 

Take Your Heart Premium Collector’s Edition – (SOLD OUT)

The definitive collector’s edition of Persona 5 is exclusive to the PS4 version of the game and includes the following:

• Soundtrack: A selection of music from Persona 5 by legendary series composer, Shoji Meguro, in a CD sleeve featuring P5 artwork.
• 4” / 10 cm plush keychain: Morgana the Phantom Thieves’ cat is not just the mascot of the Phantom Thieves, but also a member — and also not just a cat! The premium edition includes an exclusive 4”/10 cm plush of Morgana.
• 64-page hardcover art book: This art book is full of concept sketches, character art, and more by character designer Shigenori Soejima.
• SteelBook game case: As strong as a vault, the game disc for the PS4 will come specially packaged in a metal game case, emblazoned with Persona 5 designs.
• School bag: Designed after the traditional school bags in Japan, the exclusive replica bag comes complete with the Shujin Academy crest.
• Collectible outer box: Easily the largest premium edition in ATLUS’ history, the entirety of the “Take Your Heart” Premium Edition comes in a colossal collectible box.

PIXEL TOYS’ VR ZOMBIE SHOOTER DROP DEAD WILL LAUNCH ON OCULUS RIFT THIS SPRING

Arcade Action Game to Feature Oculus Touch Support, Fast-paced Story Campaign, and Competitive and Cooperative Multiplayer

LONDON – Feb. 21, 2017 – Independent video game publisher and developer Pixel Toys has announced it will release the virtual reality zombie shooter Drop Dead this spring on Oculus Rift.

Inspired by the quick-trigger excitement of 3D arcade classics, Drop Dead gives players an arsenal of zombie-slaying weaponry and high-tech gadgets to use against the nefarious Dr. Monday in a fast-paced adventure mixing sci-fi horror and humor. Players can blast limbs off the shambling hordes of the undead to slow their advance, and an engaging combo system rewards those with true aim and accuracy with each shot.

Drop Dead, which debuted last year on Samsung Gear VR Powered by Oculus, will arrive on Oculus Rift with complete support for the intuitive controls of Oculus Touch and a graphical upgrade for an even more heart-pounding, immersive experience. The game will launch with 27 single-player story missions, as well as real-time competitive multiplayer for up to four players online using their own customized Oculus Avatars and a cooperative horde mode.

The Gear VR edition of Drop Dead will receive a free update when the game arrives on Oculus Rift containing all the original content launching with the Oculus Rift version of the game, including 14 new story missions, three bonus weapons and co-op horde mode.

About Pixel Toys

Created in 2012, Pixel Toys is a global developer and publisher whose founders offer over 30 years of combined experience leading the development of premium video game projects on a variety of consoles, personal computers and handheld devices. Together with an exceptional senior team, the studio’s vision is to produce truly groundbreaking mobile entertainment.

For more information, please visit www.pixeltoys.com, and follow the company on Facebook and @PixelToysLtd on Twitter

WWE 2K17 Hall of Fame Showcase Now Available

2K today announced the WWE 2K17 Hall of Fame Showcase is now available as downloadable content for the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems, Xbox One and Xbox. The Hall of Fame Showcase, available for £7.99 and also included as part of the game’s Season Pass, enables access to the following playable matches:

•          Cactus Jack and Diamond Dallas Page vs. The Fabulous Freebirds (Jimmy Garvin and Michael “PS” Hayes) (WCW Saturday Night 1992);
•          The Fabulous Freebirds (Buddy Roberts and Michael “PS” Hayes) vs. Kerry and Kevin Von Erich (WCCW 1986);
•          Ivory vs. Jacqueline (SmackDown 2000);
•          Sting (gold and black tights) vs. Ric Flair (Clash of Champions 1988);
•          Sting (n.W.o. Wolfpac ring gear) vs. Bret Hart (WCW Halloween Havoc 1998);
•          Papa Shango vs. The Godfather (Dream Match);
•          Big Boss Man (with Albert) vs. The Big Show (Armageddon 1999).

WWE 2K17’s Hall of Fame Showcase for Windows PC players will be available for download in the near future.

Watch or embed the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ocq2CT7oP6k

For more information on WWE 2K17, including the game’s Downloadable Content and Season Pass Program, please visit wwe.2k.com, like the game on Facebook, follow the game on Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #WWE2K17 or subscribe on YouTube.

Developed collaboratively by Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, a 2K studio, WWE 2K17 is rated PEGI 16 and available worldwide for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360 and Windows PC.

BERSERK AND THE BAND OF THE HAWK SLICES INTO STORES WITH NEW TRAILER

“One Versus Thousands” Style Action Game Based on the Iconic Manga and Anime Series Now Available on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®Vita and Windows PC via Steam®

Hertfordshire, 21^st February 2017 – KOEI TECMO Europe is proud to announce this week’s release of Berserk and the Band of the Hawk, developer Omega Force’s most brutal Warriors style title to date available on the 24^th February 2017 for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, digitally on the PlayStation®Vita handheld system, and on Windows PC via Steam®. Those who purchase the title through Steam® within its first week of launch will receive a 10% early-purchase discount alongside a selection of special pre-order costumes.

Based on the world-renowned manga and anime series ‘Berserk’ by Kentarou Miura, Berserk and the Band of the Hawk closely follows the events of the most well-known story arcs from the iconic manga’s narrative, focusing on the violent and heroic adventure of Guts, Casca, the Band of the Hawk, and Guts’ Traveling Party throughout their perilous battle against a sinister realm of demonic fiends. A brand-new trailer was released today to celebrate the action title’s eagerly-anticipated arrival.

Berserk and the Band of the Hawk blends the signature ‘one versus thousands’ style action from the long-running Warriors franchise with the grim and gruesome atmosphere of Berserk. Fans of both series and newcomers alike will enjoy a gripping, action-packed adventure as they harness the powers of its famous characters, such as Guts and Griffith, to slash and smash through hordes of enemies.

Players familiar with the Warriors series of hack and slash titles will be able to feel the difference in gameplay through the way each character handles combat. For example, Guts’ massive Dragonslayer Great Sword allows for devastating attacks, and players will subsequently feel the weight of the weapon throughout battle. Alongside a vast array of weapons and sub-weapons, playable characters also possess devastating abilities that must be “awakened” to draw out their true potential. Players can take advantage of Guts’ Berserker Armour to unleash deadly blows, Griffith’s demonic Femto form to deal swift bursts of damage, and Zodd’s giant Apostle form to effortlessly topple foes. The game also incorporates various battle mechanics to better bring the world of Berserk to life, such as Magic and Transformations.

An endless swarm of enemies awaits those brave enough to take on the game’s Endless Eclipse Mode, where players can prove their worth as they go toe to toe with countless enemies in the formidable Eclipse dimension. Offering a unique and challenging respite from the main story, the new mode has players fighting for their life as they rush to complete various missions to overcome the deadly Eclipse. Those who manage to withstand the challenge will find themselves better equipped to tackle the main game mode.

To stay in touch with all the Berserk and the Band of the Hawk news please visit the official site at www.koeitecmoeurope.com/berserk , like www.facebook.com/koeitecmogames , and follow us on Twitter @koeitecmoeurope

About Berserk

Written by Kentarou Miura, Berserk is a world-renowned series set in a world enveloped in darkness and deception. Its profound story is told through the lives of its fascinating characters, focusing on Guts, a lone mercenary, and Griffith, the leader of a mercenary group known as the Band of the Hawk. With mind-blowingly detailed drawings, visceral themes of human nature, and gripping storytelling, Berserk has fascinated and influenced many fans worldwide, placing it at the pinnacle of the dark fantasy genre.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. TECMO is best known for the Dead or Alive® and Ninja Gaiden®series. KOEI is best known for its Dynasty Warriors® and Samurai Warriors® franchises. On April 1, 2009, KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD was established as a result of the TECMO, LTD. and KOEI Co., Ltd. merger. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com

New Battle Trailer Introduces NieR: AUTOMATA’s main weapon types

LONDON (21st February 2017) – In an all-new action-packed trailer released today, Square Enix Ltd., introduced the unique array of weapon types, fluid combo system and fast-paced battle mechanics players can look forward to in the upcoming action-RPG, NieR: Automata™.

The game will feature four weapon types available to protagonist 2B (small swords, large swords, spears and combat bracers) that can be switched mid-combo to maximize 2B’s range of abilities and effectiveness. Players can also unlock a diverse arsenal of weapons and upgrades to the player’s “Pod” support system to enhance their gameplay.

The new Elegant Destruction battle trailer is available on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/zm0_S6W70BE

NieR: Automata is developed by SQUARE ENIX and PlatinumGames Inc. and will be available on 10th March 2017 for the PlayStation®4. To pre-order from the PlayStation®Store now, visit: http://bit.ly/2k38XYg. A free playable demo is also available to download now from: http://bit.ly/2k9txbV.

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Twitter: @NieRGame
Official Page: http://nierautomata.com

Story of NieR: Automata
Invaders from another world attack without warning, unleashing their secret weapon: the machines. In the face of this insurmountable threat, the human race is driven from the earth and takes refuge on the moon.
The humans develop an army of android soldiers to fight back against the mechanical horde, but succeed only in slowing its advance. To break the deadlock, a new breed of android infantry is sent into the fray: the YoRHa squad.
In the forsaken wasteland below, the war between the machines and the androids rages on. A war that is soon to unveil the long-forgotten truth of this world…

About PlatinumGames Inc.
PlatinumGames Inc. is an independent entertainment developer based in Osaka, Japan, dedicated to making high quality, next generation games for a variety of hardware platforms. Loaded with some of the gaming industry’s most talented creators, PlatinumGames seeks to break the mold of a sequel driven industry by creating innovative, original IP that exceed users’ expectations. For more information, please visit:  www.platinumgames.com .

About Square Enix Ltd.
Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as IO Interactive™, Crystal Dynamics®, and Eidos Montréal. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 130 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 70 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 58 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at http://eu.square-enix.com/en

NieR: Automata © 2017 SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Developed by PlatinumGames Inc.
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