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Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Delayed from February to August 23rd

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Back in September Square Enix announced that fans could expect Deus Ex: Mankind Divided to be released on Febraury 23, 2016 and a little under a month after that the company dropped a rather disastrously received pre-order campaign that would have ultimately rewarded people with the ability to play the title four days earlier.

Well it looks like it is a good thing that they abandoned that campaign as Square Enix and Eidos Montreal have now announced that Deus Ex: Mankind Divided has been delayed from the packed month of February all the way back to August 23rd.

Eidos Montreal studio head David Anfossi gave the below statement regarding the game’s delay:

As you may have already seen by reading and watching the many previews for Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, our aim is for it to be a worthy successor to Human Revolution, and to improve upon that game in every way possible. I know that expectations are extremely high, and we not only want to meet those expectations, but exceed them.

We’re confident and proud of the game so far. However, as we are not playing through the game in full, we can see that it will require more time in post-production for tuning, iterations, and refinement to meet our high standards. In order to achieve this, we need to move the release of the game to August 23rd, 2016.

We are sorry to disappoint you with this news, and also thank you for all of your support and comments. This game is a huge part of our lives, and we don’t want to compromise on its quality.

So please be patient with us a little longer, and thanks as always for your passion and support – through thick and thin. It’s a huge responsibility to work on Deus Ex: Mankind Divided – we know, but also a huge privilege. We’re determined to deliver the best game we can.

BlazBlue Central Fiction Reveals ‘Nine’ as New Playable Fighter

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With BlazBlue Central Fiction hitting Japanese arcades today it has been revealed by Arc System Works that Konoe A. Mercury, a character long known simply as Nine, is a playable character. Nine has appeared in every iteration of the game so far as a non-fighting character and BlazBlue Central Fiction marks the first time that she will be playable alongside the already new characters of Hibiki Kohaku and Naoto Kurogane.

While previously teased during the ending of the opening video, this official reveal comes a new trailer showcasing Nine “The Phantom” and her move set. Currently BlazBlue Central Fiction has not been announced for console release.

Valkyria Chronicles Remaster Revealed for the PlayStation 4

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Alongside the announcement of a brand new Valkyria game being in the works for the PlayStation 4 Sega also announced that they are going to be releasing the original Valkyria Chronicles onto the PlayStation 4 under the name of Valkyria Chronicles Remaster.

Set for release in Japan on February 10th, Valkyria Chronicles Remaster will feature all of the downloadable content that was released for the original PlayStation 3 version, a 1080p resolution, Trophies, and a demo for the newly announced title Valkyria: Azure Revolution. You can check out some early screenshots for the remaster below as well as the freshly launched official website.

Valkyria: Azure Revolution Announced for PlayStation 4

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Last month it was found that Sega had filed a new trademark for a Valkyria game and while many people kept their hopes in check, it looks like they can finally celebrate. Sega has announced that they are working on a brand new Valkyria game called Valkyria: Azure Revolution for the PlayStation 4.

The company is planning on releasing Valkyria: Azure Revolution sometime in Winter 2016 for Japan and they have already opened up an official teaser website. Early details for Valkyria: Azure Revolution from this week’s issue of Famitsu point towards the battle system being changed from turn based to more of a real time system and initial screenshots appear to show all party members in action at the same time as enemies fire at them.

Gravity Rush Remastered Now Planned for Retail Release in North America

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Sony pleased many of their fans when they announced that they were planning on remaking the original Gravity Rush and were releasing it onto the PlayStation 4. What annoyed some people however was the fact that the North American release of Gravity Rush Remastered was going to be limited to a digital download while all other territories were getting the title at both retail and digitally.

Thankfully it appears that due to feedback from fans Sony is changing their digital only plans in North America as Gravity Rush Remastered is now going to be released at retail, at least through Amazon, when it is released on February 9th in North America. As for the other countries, Gravity Rush Remastered is set to be released in Japan on December 10th and in Europe on February 10th.

Hyperdimension Neptunia vs. Sega Hard Girls Opening Video and Gameplay Trailer Released

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With Compile Heart set to release Hyperdimension Neptunia vs. Sega Hard Girls onto the PS Vita next week in Japan the company has decided to release a handful of videos to give fans a bit of an idea as to what they can expect.

You see, they have released the opening video for Hyperdimension Neptunia vs. Sega Hard Girls as well as two gameplay trailers that showcase the characters in the game, such as the less familiar Sega Hard Girls, including the brand new character of Sega Hatsumi. Besides basic introductions these clips also give us a look at how Hyperdimension Neptunia vs. Sega Hard Girls‘ combat system will play out.

Opening Video

Gameplay Trailer #1

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Latest Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir Trailer Showcases Mercedes’ Combat Skills

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A new gameplay trailer for Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir has been released by Atlus and Vanillaware and this time around the companies are showing off Mercedes, the Princess of Fairies. In combat Mercedes makes use of a bow as well as her flying ability to deal out damage to enemies and you can see her newly refined combat mechanics and a number of new skills in the trailer below.

Those who wish to learn more about Mercedes’ past can check out her earlier story trailer. Currently Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir is set to be released on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and PS Vita in Japan on January 14, 2016 with a North American release already confirmed.

WWE 2K16 Shows off its Accolades in Shiny New Trailer

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So if you have been playing WWE 2K16 lately, you have probably been having a great time playing through the game while trying to unlock a lot of the content (unless you paid for the accelerator). We reviewed 2K‘s most recent here, so check that out, but those who are still on the fence may want to gander at the latest clip.

This new trailer is simply an accolades trailer – showing off the positive critique the game has garnered to date. It also has some nice footage and kind of exists to give the core experience one more push before the holiday crowd makes up their mind. Watch it below and you can buy WWE 2K16 in stores now.

New Just Cause 3 Trailer in 4K Running on Maximum In-Game Settings

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Avalanche Games released a new trailer for Just Cause 3 today in full 4k glory. The new footage is made with the proprietary in-game engineset at maximum graphic quality. Just Cause 3 is looking gorgeous, with highly detailed scenery and complex destruction animations. No word on how much of a monster PC will be needed to run the game at these settings at 60 FPS. Gamers can still get their own preview of the map, albeit at smaller resolutions, using the Just Cause 3: WingSuit experience on mobile devices.

Just Cause 3 will launch on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows on December 1, 2015. The game sees series protagonist Rico Rodriguez return to his homeland of Medici to take out the ruthless dictator that rules the island.

Wizard World Gaming To Debut In Atlanta, January 22-24

Wizard World Gaming To Debut In Atlanta, January 22-24 

Celebration of Video and Table Top Gaming, Including Pro-Gamer Invitationals, Casual Tournaments, Free Play, eSports, Celebrity Guest Panels, Voice Actor Q&A’s, Meet & Greets, Retro Gaming, Brands and more, at Georgia World Congress Center; Kicks Off Season-Long Gaming Convention Schedule Coinciding With Select Wizard World Comic Cons 

ATLANTA, November 18, 2015 – Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) today announced the first Wizard World Gaming Atlanta , a celebration of all things gaming, January 22-24 at the Georgia World Congress Center. Attendees will participate in video and table gaming tournaments and eSports competitions, meet top celebrities, executives, developers and brands, participate in live demonstrations and interact with fans across the Southeast, demonstrating their love of gaming with Wizard World.

“We wanted to create an exciting, new type of convention for fans who love all kinds of gaming,” said John Macaluso , Wizard World CEO. “Gaming is a growing part of all Wizard World shows, and we feel Atlanta is the perfect place to roll out this kind of celebration.”

Guests to attend Wizard World Gaming Atlanta will include from Billy Mitchell (The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters), Walter Day (founder, Twin Galaxies), voice actors Yuri Lowenthal (Ben 10, Fallout 4, Skylanders ) and Tara Platt ( Pillars of Eternity, Skylanders , Sailor Moon Crystal) and more to be announced shortly.

Now through December 31, fans can take advantage of an Early Bird Special discount, offering 25% off three-day and single-day admissions, by using code EARLYATL at checkout at http://wizd.me/AtlantaPR.

Wizard World Gaming Atlanta will also feature a Retro gaming area via Guys Games and Beer, which will include the mech combat Steel Battalion, VR Oculus experience, History of Gaming and Retro Game Lounge with a variety of classics from years past — from Atari to Xbox and everything in between.

Wizard World Gaming Atlanta kicks off a season-long series of gaming-focused events which will coincide with Wizard World Comic Con shows throughout 2016 in the following cities: Portland , Ore. (Feb. 19-21); St. Louis (April 1-3); Minneapolis (May 6-8); Philadelphia (June 2-5); Sacramento, Calif. (June 17-19); Orlando, Fla. (August 5-7); Chicago (August 18-21); and Austin, Texas (September 23-25).

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, television, sci-fi, toys, video gaming, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. The second event scheduled on the 2016 calendar, Wizard World Gaming Atlanta show hours are Friday, January 22, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, January 23, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, January 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

For more on 2016 Wizard World Gaming Atlanta, visit http://wizd.me/AtlantaPR .

About Wizard World (OTCBB: WIZD)

Wizard World, Inc. (http://www.wizardworld.com ) produces Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, television, cosplay, comics, graphic novels, toys, video gaming, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A’s, comics-themed sessions, costume contests, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Wizard World has also launched CONtv, a digital media channel in partnership with leading independent content distributor Cinedigm™ (NASDAQ: CIDM), and ComicConBox™, a premium subscription-based monthly box service. Fans can interact with Wizard World on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and other social media services.

The 2016 Wizard World schedule is available at: www.wizardworld.com/wizcon.html .