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Kung Lao and Kitana Revealed for Mortal Kombat X

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After not really looking much at Mortal Kombat X due to some questionable marketing that sucked the soul out of my enthusiasm, Netherrealm Studios have my attention as today, Kitana and Kung Lao have been revealed in a lengthy trailer. Like most clips thus far, this one shows off both characters with their fantastic looking new models, and I must say those moves look phenomenal with their new animations.

I have followed Mortal Kombat as long as I can remember, and since the reboot, the franchise has never been better than it is now, as Ed Boon has let his baby hit its prime yet again, which is why that gimmicky rap trailer just didn’t hit me where it should have. We are on the right track now, however. Watch the trailer below and get ready for that April release.

New Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Trailer Preps us for a Wild Ride

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While the “New” 3DS is on everyone’s mind right now, it might be good to take a step back and think about a title that works for any 3DS, which is none other than Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate by Capcom. While we knew how great this title already will be (due to the quality in most of the franchise), Capcom stuck their foot into Nintendo’s little show today and gave us quite the tease, as well as a sturdy release date.

Featuring a vast world and brand new beasts to slay, Monster Hunter 4 looks simply amazing with the new trailer displayed today, and to be honest, a frontrunner for 2015 in terms of handheld experiences. Check out the clip below, and expect these beasts to hit the platform on February 13th.

Kirby and the Rainbow Curse gets a Colorful New Trailer

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At today’s Nintendo Direct, we saw quite a few trailers, but Kirby and the Rainbow Curse definitely wins the award for the most endearing of the lot. A new trailer released tells us a bit about the story this time around, which is rather simple in nature. All of the colors have been stolen from Dream Land, and it is up to Kirby and your stylus to get them back.

I am digging this clay look for Kirby as it seems consistent and very fitting, so if you are looking for a heavy hitter for the Wii U this year, look no further. Check out the clip down below.

Marth and other Fire Emblem Alumni Join Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. through Amiibo

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Do you have one of those lovely Amiibos of Marth? Well, if you do, plan on picking up Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. for the Nintendo 3DS, as Marth and all of the other Fire Emblem figures will be able to to utilized within the game, allowing you to play as whatever Amiibo you scan in.

As already announced, this title is completely original, featuring characters such as Tom Sawyer, Abe Lincoln, The Cowardly Lion and more in one seems to be a new spin on the Advance Wars franchise of sorts. Check out the dashing new clip below, and you can pick up Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. when it hits the 3DS on March 13th. Watch the video down below for more.

Vertical Licenses ‘Tokyo ESP’ Manga

Vertical has just revealed that they have acquired the North American rights to Hajime Segawa’s manga series Tokyo ESP. Two-in-one omnibus volumes are currently planned to be released starting in Autumn. Vertical has not provided exact details about the release, however online retailer Amazon.com is listing the first volume with an October 6, 2015 release date and a price of $14.95. The listing also states that it will contain 388 pages.

The series was adapted into a 12 episode anime series between July and September 2014. It was simulcast with English subtitles by FUNimation for audiences in the US and by Madman on their AnimeLab service for audiences in Australia.

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Aniplex of America to Distribute ‘Persona 3 The Movie #2’ Import Blu-rays in Over 50 Territories

Aniplex of America announced that they will be distributing both standard edition and collectors’ edition imported Blu-rays of Shin Megami Tensei Persona 3 – #2 Midsummer Knight’s Dream from March 11, 2015. Both editions will feature the director’s cut of the film, which presents an additional four minutes of content. Both sets will feature Japanese audio and English subtitles, however audio commentary and on-disc extras are not subtitled. On-disc extras include trailers and commercials. The Collectors’ Edition physical bonuses include:

  • Original soundtrack CD, which includes the theme song “Fate is in our Hands”.
  • Exclusive Box Art by Character Designer and Animation Director Keisuke Watabe.
  • Newly Illustrated Cover Art.
  • 48-page Deluxe Booklet with English Translation (this is subject to change).
  • 10 Super P3 Stickers.
  • 3 Key Art Illustration Cards.

The store price of the standard edition is $59.98 USD and the store price of the collectors’ edition is $79.98 USD. They can be pre-ordered here.

These releases will be available in the following territories: US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Mexico, Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela, The U.S. Virgin Islands, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, the Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Haiti, Jamaica, Martinique, Montserrat, the Netherland Antilles, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago and the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Discotek Provides an Updated Release Schedule For January, February and March 2015

Discotek Media has just released the schedule of all of their upcoming releases from now until the end of March. Many classic series and more recent but niche titles will be released soon in North America.

January 27th 2015:

  • Comic Party complete original series collection (DVD, dual audio)
  • Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade (Blu-ray, dual audio)
  • Lupin the Third: Napoleon’s Dictionary (DVD, Japanese audio with English subtitles, includes commentary by Mike Toole and Daryl Surat)

February 24th 2015:

  • Violence Jack complete collection (DVD, dual audio, uncut with some mosaic censoring)
  • Samurai Troopers 11-episode OVA collection (DVD, Japanese with English subtitles and Ronin Warriors dub)
  • Flame of Recca complete TV series collection (DVD, dual audio)

March 24th 2015:

  • Bokurano complete series collection (DVD, Japanese with English subtitles)

March 31st 2015:

  • Chi’s Sweet Home complete series collection (DVD Japanese with English subtitles)
  • Lovely Complex (anime) series thin pack collection (DVD, Japanese with English subtitles)

All releases scheduled for January 27, 2015 are available for pre-order here.

Ponycan USA Reveals ‘Yuki Yuna is a Hero’ Collector’s Edition 1

Ponycan USA has just revealed the details of the first home video release for Yuki Yuna is a Hero. As with the first release of Denki-Gai (Denki-Gai no Honya-san), it will be released on April 10, 2015 with a store price of $71.98 (the suggested retail price is $89.98). The release will be a DVD and Blu-ray combo-pack containing the first four episodes and a character song CD. This release will include Japanese audio with English and Spanish subtitles and English audio.

On-disc extras include the special off-air, textless version of the opening and ending animation as well as all TV commercials. Physical bonuses include:

  • Exclusive Mega Tall size “DODEKA” Disc Case
  • Double-sided cover illustrated by BUNBUN
  • Deluxe 24-page booklet: character designs, by Takahiro Sakai
  • 2 Collectible Wall Pin-up Pictures illustrated by BUNBUN
  • Exclusive “PONYCAN US” Plastic Slipcase

Anyone who pre-orders this release, available here, by February 28, 2015 will get a special pre-order bonus. Denki-Gai Collector’s Edition 1 is available for pre-order here. A bundle of both releases is available here. Anyone who pre-orders this bundle will receive two extra gift with purchase items.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong Tipping Stars Announced with Cross Buy

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The Mario vs. Donkey Kong series is getting a brand new installment with the announcement of the finalized name being made during the most recent Nintendo Direct. Mario vs. Donkey Kong Tipping Stars will be releasing on both the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS.

The game seems very similar to past entries in the series with players using the touch screen to navigate levels. User made levels make a return which can then be shared online.When users complete levels they earn stars based on how well they performed, players can use these stars to ‘tip’ people that made levels they really liked. As stars are used to purchase parts that make up the levels, this will help users who make fan favourite levels make more creations, sort of like a user defined quality control system.

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In a nice move from Nintendo, if you buy the game on Wii U or 3DS you will receive a code to download the other consoles version free of charge. This will most likely be tied to the same Nintendo Network ID so buyers won’t be able to sell the code or share it with friends. You can view the whole European/Australia Nintendo Direct below, skip to 22:40 if you are only interested in Mario vs. Donkey Kong Tipping Stars.

Wii Virtual Console Comes to Wii U

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Despite being the dumping ground for many poorly made titles the Wii still managed to have a pretty strong library at the end of its life, and now Wii U owners who didn’t own a Wii (I am sure there are not many) will get the chance to experience the best of what the last gen console had to offer through the e-Shop.

Nintendo announced in its Nintendo Direct last night that Wii games are coming to the virtual console and those games that supported the classic controller will be able to be controlled with the GamePad that will also display the game on its screen for off-tv play. Games that required a Wii Remote and Nunchuk will still need those controls to be played. As a nice luxury, titles downloaded through the Wii U e-Shop will appear on the main menu, meaning you won’t have to boot into Wii mode first, however these titles will not support Miiverse, indicating the games just automatically boot into Wii mode for you. If any of you were hoping to just insert your disc of any of the announced titles and enjoy the luxuries listed above then unfortunately you are out of luck, however the games will support your old saves that you made on the Wii if you have transferred them over.

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The first game to be made available is Super Mario Galaxy 2, one of the most praised platformers in recent history. In a sneaky move by Nintendo it was made available immediately after the Direct. Super Mario Galaxy 2 will be followed by the release of Punch-Out!! in America and Donkey Kong Country: Returns in PAL territories on the 22nd and the very rare Metroid Prime Trilogy on the 29th. More titles are promised in the future but those were not discussed apart from logos being shown for Kirby’s Adventure Wii, Pandora’s Tower and Sin and Punishment: Successor of the Skies.

For the first week these games are available they will be listed as half price on the e-Shop ($13 in Australia) before reverting back to their standard price of $26. For a rare game like the Metroid Prime Trilogy that contains three great Metroid Prime games, $13 is an absolute steal so make sure you jump on that when it comes around. For all the news from the latest Nintendo Direct, please follow the link.