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Yakuza 5 Hits on December 8, Yakuza 0 Confirmed for Western Release

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December 6, 2015

Fans of the Yakuza series have a couple of reasons to celebrate. First and foremost Sega has announced that the long awaited release of Yakuza 5 is set for next week as the title will be released on December 8th in North America and Europe through the PlayStation Store. However the biggest news happens to be the announcement that Sega is continuing to support the Yakuza series in the West by announcing that Yakuza 0 is going to be released in North America and Europe where it will be available both physically and digitally.

Currently no release window for Yakuza 0 has been given but Sega has provided the below rundown of the story:

We’re bringing the back the 1980s by localizing and releasing Yakuza 0 in the Americas. Set in Tokyo, December 1988, players will have a chance to see where it all started for series protagonist Kazuma Kiryu. Follow Kiryu, not yet the Dragon of Dojima, as he tries to regain his honor after getting blamed for a botched debt collection that ended in murder. Additionally, for the first time in a numbered game, gamers will be able to play as Goro Majima, the Mad Dog of Shimano, as he tries to rejoin his clan. Each character will posses their own unique fighting style and abilities that can be utilized to kick some rival Yakuza butt.
In the 1980s, Tokyo was filled with decadence, greed, sin, and above all else, cold hard cash. C.R.E.A.M. is the motto, and everyone wants in on the action. Thankfully Kiryu and Majima are the “entrepreneurial” type and will have plenty of ways to make, spend, and take money.

The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel Arrives on December 22

Travis Bruno

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December 6, 2015

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The wait for The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel in North America will soon be over as XSEED Games has announced that they plan on releasing the title on the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita in North America, at retail and digitally, on December 22nd. European gamers can expect the title sometime in the future courtesy of NIS America.

Those looking to pick up The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel can either purchase the standard version or the previously detailed “Lionheart Edition.” As for the story, The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel has players taking on the role of specially-selected elite military students at a time of great turmoil, enjoying school life and bonding with fellow students to earn new abilities in battle, then utilizing those abilities via speedy, tactical turn-based combat with the newly-developed “ARCUS” system.

Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel Video Shows off Homura’s Move Set

Travis Bruno

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December 6, 2015

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Although it has been known for quite some time now that Senran Kagura‘s Homura will be a playable character in the console release of Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel we weren’t given a look at how she will be fighting in the game until recently when Famitsu released a six minute video containing footage showing off Homura’s moveset. Homura is one of three additional playable characters being added to the console release of the title, with the other two being Sonico and Aino Heart.

Currently Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel is set for release on the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 in Japan on December 10th with a North American release planned for this winter by XSEED Games.

BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA INC. INVITES PLAYERS TO BE WHISKED AWAY ON AN ENCHANTING ADVENTURE IN NI NO KUNI II: REVENANT KINGDOM

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Philip Federico

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December 6, 2015

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BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA INC. INVITES PLAYERS TO BE WHISKED AWAY ON AN ENCHANTING ADVENTURE IN NI NO KUNI II: REVENANT KINGDOM

LEVEL-5 Returns to Develop an All-New Ni no Kuni Title
SAN JOSE, Calif., (December 5, 2015) – Leading interactive entertainment media publisher and developer BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. is pleased to announce that Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM is in development for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. Developed by famed Japanese video game studio, LEVEL-5; Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM features an all-new cast of charming characters, an emotional storyline, and innovative gameplay design that will delight and challenge players.

“With its emotional storytelling, innovative gameplay, and breathtaking aesthetics, the original Ni no Kuni broke new ground in the RPG genre and became one of the most beloved and well-received games of 2013,” said Eric Hartness, Vice President of Marketing at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “With Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM, the artistic visionaries behind the first game are back to take their creative vision of a grand adventure to even higher heights that are sure to delight video game fans.”

Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM is rated “RP” for Rating Pending by the ESRB. The game will be coming to the Americas for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. To learn more about BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc.’s other products, go to: http://www.bandainamcoent.com/home.html or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS.

HIT THE AFTERBURNERS AND LIGHT UP THE SKIES IN BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT’S ACE COMBAT 7

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Philip Federico

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December 6, 2015

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HIT THE AFTERBURNERS AND LIGHT UP THE SKIES IN BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT’S ACE COMBAT 7

Celebrating its 20^th Anniversary; the Storied Ace Combat Franchise Returns to Deliver Intense Super Sonic Aerial Combat Action on a New Generation of Gaming Hardware

SAN JOSE, Calif., (December 5, 2015) – Leading interactive entertainment media publisher and developer BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. is pleased to announce that ACE COMBAT 7 is in development at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment’s internal development studios in Tokyo, Japan. ACE COMBAT 7 marks the franchise’s first outing on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. Putting gamers in the cockpit of the most advanced war planes ever developed, ACE COMBAT 7 delivers the fiercest air combat experience ever through photorealistic visuals, intense dog-fighting action, a multitude of authentic and futuristic aircraft to fly, and an immersive storyline.

Developed utilizing Unreal Engine™ 4 and trueSKY™ technology, ACE COMBAT 7 leverages the power of the newest generation gaming consoles and is poised to blow players away with the latest evolution of its graphics engine. Beautifully rendered cloud-filled skies and highly detailed cityscapes enhance the sense of unparalleled speed and set the stage for the most engaging aerial battles in the franchise’s storied 20 year history. ACE COMBAT 7 will provide an arsenal of ultra-modern super weapons and formidable enemies that the series is known for. Aces who have proven their combat prowess in ACE COMBAT 7’s campaign mode can take their dogfighting skills online for furious online multiplayer battles.

PlayStation®4 players will be further immersed in ACE COMBAT 7’s realism through exclusive features developed specifically for the Sony PlayStation®VR.

“ACE COMBAT 7 delivers the culmination of 20 years of aerial combat game development expertise, resulting in the most realistic and exciting ACE COMBAT game to date,” said Eric Hartness, Vice President of Marketing at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “It’s no small feat for any video game franchise to thrive over two decades; ACE COMBAT’s longevity lies in its ability to deliver authentic and intense flight combat action, presented through amazing visuals, all wrapped in a unique and compelling storyline. We look forward to seeing players suit up and become ace pilots.”

ACE COMBAT 7 is rated “RP” for Rating Pending by the ESRB. The game will be coming to the Americas for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. To find out more about ACE COMBAT 7, head over to http://www.acecombat.com. To learn more about BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc.’s other products go to: http://www.bandainamcoent.com/home.html or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS.

Rise of the Tomb Raider ‘Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch’ DLC Revealed

Travis Bruno

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December 5, 2015

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With Rise of the Tomb Raider hitting store shelves for the Xbox One and Xbox 360 in early November, fans of the series have been wondering what type of story DLC would be coming to the game in the future. Well during The Game Awards 2015 pre-show Square Enix decided to give these fans a taste of what they can expect by announcing Rise of the Tomb Raider ‘Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch‘ DLC with a trailer.

Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch has not been given an exact release date yet, other than early in 2016, but it will be included in the season pass for the Xbox One and Xbox 360 versions of the game. The DLC will add hours of new gameplay and expand the storyline as Lara faces off against deadly new adversaries, explores a new puzzle filled tomb, and solve a decades old mystery that all culminates in a showdown with an ancient evil.

Psychonauts 2 Crowdfunding Campaign Launched by Double Fine

Travis Bruno

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December 5, 2015

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It has been a very long time coming but it seems like a dream that many people have had may come true, depending on how much people still trust Tim Schafer when it comes to budgeting. You see, Double Fine Productions has announced that they plan on finally creating a sequel to the critically acclaimed Psychonauts, however they need fan help to do so. In order to begin working on Psychonauts 2 Double Fine is seeking $3.3 million in funding through a Fig campaign.

If funded, Psychonauts 2 will be released on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Mac, and Linux with potential backers needing to pay at least $39 for a PC version while console versions will require an additional $18 and you can check out a quick overview of the game below alongside a teaser trailer and video for the funding campaign.

In Psychonauts 2, Raz realizes his dream and visits Psychonauts Headquarters. However, when he gets there, he finds it’s not the perfect place he expected and quickly realizes that the Psychonauts need him more than he needs them.
Psychonauts 2 will feature a new hub world inside Psychonauts HQ. You’ll access new mental worlds as Raz peeks inside the minds of a host of new characters who need his help to combat their inner demons and unravel their deep-seated emotional issues. Raz will hone his secret agent PSI-abilities—and learn new ones too—using them to solve mysteries and uncover evil plots.

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Campaign Video

Mortal Kombat X Adding Xenomorph, Leatherface, Bo Rai Cho, and Tri-Borgis in Early 2016

Travis Bruno

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December 5, 2015

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Mortal Kombat X Adding Xenomorph, Leatherface, Bo Rai Cho, and Tri-Borgis in Early 2016

Warner Bros. and NetherRealm Studios have announced that the characters that will be added to Mortal Kombat X via the ‘Kombat Pack 2’ DLC that will begin releasing in the first quarter of 2016 will be a mix of old faces as well as a couple of new guest appearances. We have the return of Bo Rai Cho as well as Tri-Borg, who is a combination of series favorites Cyrax, Sektor and Robot Smoke in the form of new Kombatant.

As for the newcomers, we have Leatherface from The Texas Chainsaw Massacre horror film series and the Xenomorph from the classic sci-fi horror film franchise Alien and you can see how these characters will look in the reveal trailer below.

Rocket League Finally Heading to Xbox One in February 2016

Travis Bruno

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December 5, 2015

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Xbox One owners have been waiting for quite a bit of time in the hopes that the very popular Rocket League, which has already been released on the PlayStation 4 and PC with cross-play support, to come to the console. Well that wait will soon be over as it was announced by Psyonix that Rocket League will be released on the Xbox One in February 2016.

The Xbox One version of the game will feature a couple of special vehicle skins in the form of a Gears of War “Armadillo” and Halo “Hogsticker.” Currently it is unknown if the Xbox One version of Rocket League will support cross-play.

New Quantum Break Cinematic Trailer Released

Travis Bruno

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December 5, 2015

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We’ve seen bits and pieces of Quantum Break as we’ve grown closer to the title’s slated release date of April 16th and during The Game Awards 2015 Microsoft and Remedy Entertainment decided to release a new cinematic trailer to give fans more of a look at what the title will be offering.

The minute long trailer, found below, is narrated by the hero of the story, Jack Joyce, who is fighting in a world where time is stuttering and can possibly bring about the end of the world and it was stated during the show that the choices players make will change the experience of both the game and the TV show.