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Outlast II Announced for Fall 2016 Release

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Fans of Outlast will be happy to hear that Red Barrels Games isn’t done with the series and is currently in the process of making a sequel the the original horror game. For now it is simply titled Outlast II but the company is planning on releasing it for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Mac sometime in fall 2016.

Through a teaser trailer that you can check out below as well as some teaser details, it appears that Outlast II will be designed to “test your faith” and push players to a place where “going mad is the only sane thing to do.”

Atelier Sophie’s PlayStation 4 and PS Vita Versions Compared in Latest Trailer

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Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book marks the first time that the series is appearing on the PlayStation 4 and is also the first time that one of the core games was developed for the PlayStation Vita right from the start rather than as a delayed “Plus” version.

As such Gust and Koei Tecmo have chosen to release a comparison trailer showing off how the two different versions of Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book will look when it is released in Japan on November 19th. The video mostly features combat footage and starts out with a boss battle but roughly halfway through the comparisons begin with the only version not shown being the PS3 version.

Higurashi When They Cry Hou Ch. 2 Release Date Set and Pre-Orders Opened

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Those who have been eager to see how the story will progress in Higurashi Hou will be happy to hear that MangaGamer now has a set release date for the second episode of the series. They plan on releasing Higurashi When They Cry Hou Ch. 2 – Watanagashi on November 13th and they have already opened up pre-orders for the episode that will be available both through Steam as well as through MangaGamer’s official store where it can currently be bought at a slight discount of $7.15 instead of the standard $7.95.

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To go along with this release date announcement the company has also provided a bit of an explanation of what fans can expect to see in this chapter and you can check that out below:

In this chapter, Watanagashi, Keiichi encounters a brand new mystery in Hinamizawa – Shion. Who exactly is Shion? Is she really Mion’s twin? Is she just a facade that Mion uses to let her more feminine side out? Is she a split personality? Is she being manipulated by Oyashiro-sama to carry out the Hinamazawa curse?! Can you survive when Mion/Shion goes mad?!

Madman Sets the ‘Evangelion 3.33’ Home Video Release For February 2016

Madman Entertainment revealed this week that they have set a release date for the Australian home video release of Evangelion: 3.33 You Can (Not) Redo. It will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on February 10, 2016. Pre-orders will open online and in stores on December 1, 2015. The tentative cover art is featured below.

There will be a limited edition release which will come in a special slipcase and come with a 52 page full colour booklet. This booklet will feature character designs, sketches, details about the Eva Units and more. All editions will feature the film with the original Japanese audio and English subtitles and English audio.

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Mobile Suit Gundam The Origin II: Artesia’s Sorrow to be Available on Daisuki Tomorrow

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Fans of Mobile Suit Gundam who have been waiting to see how the origin series, that started with the first episode of the anime debuting back in February, will progress in the second episode will be glad to hear that Daisuki will be streaming Mobile Suit Gundam The Origin II: Artesia’s Sorrow starting tomorrow on October 31st. The episode will also be found on Google Play, Amazon Instant Video, and the PlayStation Network.

Mobile Suit Gundam The Origin II: Artesia’s Sorrow , which is being animated by Sunrise, will debut on Daisuki on October 31 at 8AM JST and those who wish to watch the episode will be able to rent it for 72 hours for $6.99 though prices will vary depending on which service you choose to use.

Tickets Are Now on Sale for Australian and New Zealand ‘Yowamushi Pedal’ Movie Screenings

Madman Entertainment has announced that tickets are now available for screenings of the Yowamushi Pedal: The Movie in cinemas across Australia and New Zealand on December 5 and 6. The movie follows on from the popular 62-episode television anime series. Madman describes the film as follows:

After winning the heated Inter-High race, Sakamichi and the other Sohoku team members receive an invitation to compete in the Kumamoto Hi Province Mountain Range Race towards the end of summer. The top-tier teams from around the country compete in this race, including Sohoku’s rivals Hakone Academy (who yearns to take down Sohoku), Kyoto Fushimi, and Hiroshima Kureminami — as well as Kumamoto Daiichi High School’s team led by Shin Yoshimoto.

On the stage of Kumamoto Prefecture’s Mount Aso, the “final race” of Sohoku team, led by Kinjou, speeds up!

The following cinemas will be showing the movie:

Australia:

  • Victoria – Hoyts Melbourne Central
  • New South Wales – Event George St
  • Queensland – Event Myer Centre
  • ACT – Dendy Canberra
  • Western Australia – Hoyts Carousel
  • South Australia – Event Marion

New Zealand:

  • Christchurch – Hoyts Riccarton
  • Auckland – Academy Cinemas
  • Wellington – Embassy Theatre

A collectable A2 movie poster will come with every ticket while supplies last.

Kara no Shojo 2 Now Available from MangaGamer

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Just in time for Halloween MangaGamer has released Kara no Shojo 2, the sequel to Kara no Shojo and Cartagra – Affliction of the Soul, onto their online store where players will be able to purchase the eroge for $39.95. For those who haven’t been keeping up with the series, players will be following private detective Tokisaki Reiji as he investigates a bizarre string of murders that take place in late 1950s Tokyo. This means that the title will feature not only standard mechanics found in most visual novels but also interactive investigation sequences.

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It is worth noting that Kara no Shojo 2 is still an 18+ PC title that will feature uncensored sexual content as well as some graphic violence due to the murders that players will be investigating. If you happen to be on the fence you can check out the opening video for the eroge as well as download a demo at the aforementioned store page.

Nether Comes Back From The Grave as Nether: Resurrected

Nether Comes Back From The Grave as Nether: Resurrected   

Fast-Paced Urban Survival Game Celebrates Its Rebirth with the Return of its Creators and A Special Sale Price 

CHICAGO – October 30, 2015 – After being abruptly and unjustly laid to rest, first-person massively multiplayer online (MMO) survival game Nether has risen from the grave as Nether: Resurrected thanks to the return of one of its creators, Phosphor Games. The Resurrected version is now available with new features and key changes, including adding single-player mode, removal of all micro-transactions and a back-end roll back so that all that is needed is Steam to play the game. The game will initially release with single-player only, but Phosphor will “unlock” full multiplayer within days, via play-hosted servers so the community has complete control over the game. Additionally, to celebrate its rise from the dead, Nether: Resurrected is available on PC for $2.99 during the Steam Halloween Sale.

Passionate about the unrealized potential of Nether, original developer and key creator Phosphor Games was able to regain creative control of this acclaimed franchise and now has final say on the creative direction of the game from this point forward. All former players can update their previous builds for free on Steam and start playing again instantly. What’s more, the game can never be taken away from them again!

“When we first launched Nether we received an enormous amount of support from the community and when the game met an untimely stop we felt that it was our duty to try and bring it back for the fans,” said Chip Sineni, Director at Phosphor Games. “We look forward to giving Nether fans the game they enjoyed while also providing them and new players with improved gameplay and a slew of upcoming features like modding support, for an even richer game.” 

Nether: Resurrected is a fast-paced survival game that forces you to make quick life-saving decisions in an unforgiving environment. In this post-apocalyptic urban world, death is waiting around every corner, at the top of high-rise buildings, and in the grasp of powerful teleporting creatures known as Nethers. These creatures and the other players are real challenges to overcome, requiring tactical gameplay, awareness, stealth and cooperation. To navigate this high-tension environment, players must use skill and cunning in order to scavenge, trade, craft or loot for food, weapons, supplies, and other resources necessary to stay alive in a desolate and dangerous city. Team up with other survivors and take advantage of group play, as a tribe, to complete treacherous world objectives, or play as a lone wolf in an attempt to endure the hostile environment. In the end players must decide whether to Prey or Pray.

More information on Nether: Resurrected can be found at http://playnether.com as well as at http://facebook.com/playnether or on Twitter @PlayNether. 

About Nether Productions

Nether Productions is the publishing entity behind post-apocalyptic MMO Nether: Resurrected. It is a privately held company, comprised of a group of game industry veterans with backgrounds in the executive production, publishing, marketing and distribution of online games. 

About Phosphor Games

Based in Chicago, Phosphor Games Studio is a top-tier development studio comprised of experienced video game designers with a track record of producing financially successful and critically acclaimed titles across a variety of genres – from hardcore first-person shooters and MMOs to sports and casual games. More information can be found online at http://www.phosphorgames.com, on Facebook or via Twitter @phosphorgames.

Rodea: The Sky Soldier Boss Battles Highlighted in Latest Trailer

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With Rodea: The Sky Soldier set to be released in a little under two weeks NIS America has released a new trailer for the title tos how off some of the enemies and bosses that players will need to face off against as they struggle to support their allies and defeat the forces of Emperor Geardo.

Almost every boss battle will place Rodea against a large opponent and that is exactly what NIS America is hoping to highlight in the trailer below where most opponents will have a weak spot that can be found and attacked for massive damage. Rodea: The Sky Soldier is currently set for release on November 10th on the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U with all first print copies of the Wii U version including the Wii version as well.

Xbox Newsbeat: October 30, 2015

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With this week’s Halo 5: Guardians launch, this week’s Xbox Newsweek is understandably headlined by Microsoft’s monster release.


Critically Acclaimed Halo 5: Guardians Launches Worldwide With Global Celebration

Halo 5: Guardian’s launch was a worldwide celebration that spanned the globe, from events in major cities around the world to six hour marathon YouTube Gaming live stream. The game earned an impressive 9 out of 10 in our review.

“Halo 5: Guardians is the culmination of more than three years of hard work, passion and dedication, and we could not be more excited to celebrate with our fans,” said Bonnie Ross, corporate vice president, head of 343 Industries. “Last night, Halo Nation came together from around the world like never before, and we are thrilled to see fans jumping into the most ambitious game we’ve ever launched.”

If you missed the party, then check out the recap.


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A Halo 5 Primer: The Story So Far

For those who are new to the Xbox ecosystem or just missed a few Halo games along the way, Microsoft has put together a quick recap packed with spoilers to get gamers ready for Halo 5: Guardians. If this recap has fueled a desire for more Halo, then check out Halo: Master Chief Collection on Xbox One. The collection contains Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Halo 2: Anniversary, Halo 3, and Halo 4.


New Xbox Experience Launch Date Announced

It’s coming! The New Xbox Experience is finally leaving beta, bringing with it the highly anticipated Backward Compatibility function. Xbox One owners will see their update on November 12th.


 

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Xbox One Games With Gold Doubles in November With Backward Compatibility

With Backward Compatibility coming on November 12, Microsoft is reminding Xbox One owners that all of their free Xbox 360 Games with Gold games will be compatible with their Xbox One. Additionally, Xbox One Gold members will net themselves a copy of Pneuma: Breath of Life from November 1-30 and Knight Squad from November 16 to December 15. Both Xbox 360 and Xbox One owners will be able to net themselves DiRT 3 from November 1-15 and Dungeon Siege III from November 16-30th.


Xbox App on Windows 10: Social Updates Available Now in Beta

Microsoft is continuing to update the Windows 10 Xbox app. This week’s update brings Facebook friend import and support for microphones with the Game DVR function.