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THE AWARD-WINNING RTS SERIES IS COMING SOON TO THE IPAD WITH STRONGHOLD 3: THE CAMPAIGNS

THE AWARD-WINNING RTS SERIES IS COMING SOON TO THE IPAD WITH STRONGHOLD 3: THE CAMPAIGNS

Build an Empire, Rewrite History, and Crush Oncoming Enemies in This Epic Castle Sim

Stamford, Ct. – May 29, 2014 – Digital Tribe Games, the premier global publisher for independent game developers, announced today that Stronghold 3: The Campaigns will be available next month for the iPad. Stronghold 3: The Campaigns will bring the same addicting level of excitement and in-depth gameplay from the beloved PC series to the ultimate portable platform. Designed exclusively for the iPad, Stronghold 3: The Campaigns uses realistic physics and high-quality graphics to present daily medieval life in stunning detail.

Watch the Stronghold 3: The Campaigns launch trailer HEREwww.youtube.com/watch?v=73CIHN85Qm0&feature=youtu.be

“The Stronghold franchise was met with great success and acclaim on PC and is a perfect fit for the iPad,” said Melanie Mroz, VP of Business Development, Digital Tribe Games. “Fans and newcomers alike can enjoy the trademark real-time castle-building gameplay anywhere in the world, and the talented developers have spent a great deal of time, effort, and care to optimize and fine-tune the game specifically for this platform.”

Stronghold 3: The Campaigns is a unique cross between a city builder and real-time strategy game (RTS). The key to the game is the castle – designing, managing, and defending it. Each of these elements is crucial and players will need to consider all of these components to become a true ruler. Since its original launch in 2001, the Stronghold series has sold more than 3 million copies, making it one of the most popular games in its genre.

Key Features in Stronghold 3: The Campaigns

· Design and build mighty castles from which to launch campaigns

· Build and take control of powerful, imposing armies

· Launch sieges and defend against enemy attacks

· Devise personalized tactics and strategies to vanquish opponents

· Run a medieval economy and manage every slice of gritty, grim medieval life

· Fully dynamic castle construction doesn’t confine players to a grid-based system

Stronghold 3: The Campaigns will be available for the iPad in late June 2014 on the App Store.

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About Digital Tribe Games

Digital Tribe Games (digitaltribegames.com) is a premier indie games publisher established to service the rapidly evolving digital distribution segment of the video game industry. With decades of experience in the game industry, the Digital Tribe Games team’s role is to assist developers in successfully launching their games. The evolution of the video game industry has opened great doors for indie developers, and Digital Tribe Games has the experience to help make the most of this new digital dynamic.

DRAGON QUEST VIII By SQUARE ENIX INC

DRAGON QUEST VIII

DRAGON QUEST VIII By SQUARE ENIX INC

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This app is designed for both iPhone and iPad
  • £13.99
  • Category: Games
  • Released: 29 May 2014
  • Version: 1.0.0
  • Size: 1.39 GB
  • Language: English
  • Developer: SQUARE ENIX Co., Ltd.
Rated 9+ for the following:

  • Infrequent/Mild Cartoon or Fantasy Violence

Compatibility: Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Description

[Recommended Hardware]
iPhone 5 or Higher/iPad (3rd Generation or Better)
Please Note: iPhone 4 is not supported. Please take care to check below if your device is supported before downloading.

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The 8th instalment in the legendary DRAGON QUEST series is now even easier to enjoy!

The phenomenally popular DRAGON QUEST VIII has sold 4.9 million units worldwide, and now it’s coming to the iPhone and iPad for the first time!
This was the first title in the series to be presented in full 3D, and its exquisitely detailed world has to be seen to be believed!
Set off on an unforgettable adventure with Yangus, the bandit with a heart of gold, Jessica, the high-born magical minx, and Angelo, knight and lothario, by your side!

Everything you need is here in a single package!
Once the app is downloaded, there’s no more to pay, as every last shred of content is yours to enjoy.
So get ready to play the epic that is DRAGON QUEST VIII from beginning to end—and far beyond!
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Prologue
Legends tell of an ancient sceptre, within which is sealed a fearsome power…
When the relic’s long-dormant magics are awoken by the treachery of a malign magician, an entire kingdom falls into a cursed slumber, prompting a young soldier to embark on an unforgettable journey…

Game Features
– Simple, Accessible Controls
The control system has been streamlined to work perfectly with modern touch interfaces.
The position of the directional pad can be adjusted freely, enabling players to switch between one-handed and two-handed play with a tap of the screen.
The combat system has also been reworked, allowing for one-tap battles as well as more complex play.

– The Tension System
During battle, you can select ‘Psyche Up’ to give your next attack some extra oomph!
The more you psyche a character up, the higher their tension will rise, until they finally reach an insane state known as super-high tension!

– Skill Points
Skill points are earned when your characters level up, and can be assigned to various skills in order to learn new spells and abilities.
This system allows you to perfectly tailor your team to your liking.

– Monster Teams
Certain monsters found in the field can be scouted for your monster team – if you’re tough enough to beat them, that is!
Once assembled, your crack squad can take part in the fiercely contested tournaments held at the monster arena, and can even come to your aid in battle!

– The Alchemy Pot
Combine existing items to create entirely new ones!
Even the most unassuming objects could be ingredients for the greatest items of all!
Seek out the recipes hidden all over the world, and see if you can cook up something truly special!

– The Casino
Fans of the series will be pleased to learn that the casino is back, and fully-equipped for fun!
This time around, there are three exciting activities to enjoy: bingo, slot machines and roulette!
Just don’t get so caught up in the action that you forget your adventure entirely!

[Supported Operating Systems]
iOS6.0 and Above

[Supported Devices]
iPhone 4s*, iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad 2*, iPad (3rd and 4th Generation), iPad Air, iPad mini*, iPad mini with Retina Display

The app cannot be guaranteed to run on devices which do not appear on the supported devices list. Please be aware that it will not run stably on iPhone 4.
Please be sure to double-check whether your device is supported before downloading the app.

* Using the App on iPhone 4s/iPad2/iPad mini
After extended play on these devices, some instability may occur, and the app may occasionally freeze or crash.
We apologise for the inconvenience, but please keep the following in mind while playing:

– Save your game often.
– When suspending play, please make sure to close the app completely via the recently used apps list.
– Frequent crashes can sometimes be remedied by restarting your device.

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FAN FAVOURITE DRAGON QUEST VIII OUT TODAY ON TOUCH DEVICES

FAN FAVOURITE DRAGON QUEST VIII OUT TODAY ON TOUCH DEVICES

Begin your magical monster-filled quest to restore a stricken kingdom and rescue its hapless inhabitants 

LONDON (29 May 2014) – Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, announces DRAGON QUESTTM VIII: Journey of the Cursed King™, the most successful game in the 62 million-selling series, is available to download from today for iPad, iPhone and Android* devices, priced €17.99/ £13.99.  Players can enjoy the game in its entirety with no additional in-game purchases required.

DRAGON QUEST VIII: Journey of the Cursed King offers players a huge, epic adventure in a deep and beautiful world.  Eight years since its PlayStation®2 PAL release and for the first time in the game’s history, fans can experience this epic adventure in a brand new touch-screen environment, featuring beautiful graphics and a redeveloped, refined control scheme optimised for single-handed play on touch devices.  Players can use the Auto button to quickly and easily navigate around the expansive game field and smoothly fight through battles with a single button.

“Following its PS2 launch, DRAGON QUEST VIII: Journey of the Cursed King saw immense success and became an instant cult classic,” says Noriyoshi Fujimoto, producer of the mobile version of DRAGON QUEST VIII: Journey of the Cursed King. “The game is perfectly suited as a tremendous value for mobile and tablet as a full 60-plus hour console game with an epic tale of friendship, bravery and adventure.In particular, we have put a lot of effort and ingenuity into making the control scheme comfortable to play with.” 

DRAGON QUEST VIII: Journey of the Cursed King features hundreds of monsters and a cast of humorous and loveable characters to keep you company along the way. Join fellow characters Yangus, Jessica, Angelo and Trode as you embark on a merry and memorable mission to become the kingdom’s Hero.

DRAGON QUEST VIII: Journey of the Cursed King boasts a dream-team of talent from the world of Japanese entertainment, including Akira Toriyama famed for creating Dragon Ball®, who was responsible for the game’s character design; Yuji Horii who created the game’s story and script; and Koichi Sugiyama, a famous composer of TV and orchestral scores, who created the game’s music.  

The Story of DRAGON QUEST VIII: Journey of the Cursed King:

A long, long time ago, a sceptre with extraordinary magical powers was created. For many a year it slumbered safely confined within a castle. But then came the twisted jester known as Dhoulmagus. He broke the seal protecting the sceptre, awakening its terrifying powers and unleashing a foul curse upon the kingdom. Time froze as enchanted vines enveloped the

castle and everyone within. The king and the princess found themselves changed by vile magic into strange new forms. Only one person escaped the curse unscathed: you!

So begins your quest to restore the stricken kingdom and rescue its hapless inhabitants!

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King features include:

  • Controls: Players have access to smooth, intuitive touch-panel controls and a customisable user interface. The in-game directional button is also customisable, allowing one-handed (or two-hand) play.
  • Battles: Reworked combat system allows for one-tap turn-based battles as well as more complex play. Players can choose an in-game battle strategy to move their character and parties automatically during battles; players also have direct control of their characters and parties during battles.
  • Auto Run Mode: As the fields are vast, players now have the option to auto-run through boundless environments.
  • Monster Recruit: Monsters inhabiting the game can be recruited into the player’s party.
  • Alchemy Pot: This pot allows players to mix various products in order to create new, stronger items. 

Platforms supported: 

Supported iOS: iOS6.0 or later 

Supported devices:

iPhone4s, iPhone5, iPhone5c, iPhone5s

iPad2, iPad (3rd or 4th gen), iPad Air, iPad mini, iPad mini Retina Display

It is recommended for play on iPhone5 or later or iPad 3rd gen or later

It cannot be guaranteed that this product will work on devices other than those listed above.

Please be aware that this product will not work on iPhone4

Android:

Devices operating Android 4.0 or later

*Not supported on some Android devices 

Related Links

App Store Link:

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/dragon-quest-viii/id862972069?l=ja&ls=1&mt=8  

Google Play Store Link:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.square_enix.android_googleplay.dq8

Official Homepage:

http://www.jp.square-enix.com/dqsp/dq8/en/

About Square Enix Ltd.      

Square Enix Ltd., a part of the Square Enix Europe business unit, 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. 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 boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide, DRAGON QUEST which has sold over 62 million units worldwide and TOMB RAIDER® which has sold over 35 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://www.square-enix.com/eu/en/. 

© 2004, 2013, 2014 ARMOR PROJECT/BIRD STUDIO/SQUARE ENIX All Rights Reserved.

DRAGON QUEST, JOURNEY OF THE CURSED KING, FINAL FANTASY, CRYSTAL DYNAMICS, EIDOS, IO INTERACTIVE, SQUARE ENIX, the SQUARE ENIX logo, SPACE INVADERS, TOMB RAIDER and TAITO are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Square Enix Group.All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Eggs Boom By Iway

Eggs Boom

Eggs Boom By Iway

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This app is designed for both iPhone and iPad
  • $1.99
  • Category: Games
  • Released: May 29, 2014
  • Version: 1.0
  • Size: 54.2 MB
  • Language: English
  • Seller: Eduard Aleksanyan

Compatibility: Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Description

An active fun game where you can run a mouse restaurant and make money by flicking as many Eggs as possible into the Cook Mouse’s Pot. You’ll have to hurry otherwise your Eggs will get snatched up by the Fox, or turn into Chicks and run away.
This awesome game is full of surprises.
Short Description:
– The Magic Hen lays Eggs which appear on either side of her. You must quickly flick them into the Cook Mouse’s Pot with your finger (the Egg will move depending on the direction and speed of your finger).
– Periodically a Fox comes and steals the Eggs and runs away! But you can stop the Fox by tapping on him.
– Moving Logs appear during the game as an obstacle which can break your Eggs. Eggs which fall into the Evil Red Pot or Rat Rocket Pot disappear, so avoid them! You can get rid of all the obstacles by flicking bombs to explode them.
– There are different Balloons that change, the speed of the Cook Mouse, the size of his pot, the size of the Moving Logs. There are even Bonus Balloons that can give you extra Bombs or a Life Wheat. You can collect them by tapping on them or by flicking an Egg at them. Collect the colorful balloons, but avoid the gray ones!
– You can collect Golden Eggs to shop for a variety of items. You can buy an additional larger Cook Mouse’s Pot, Life Wheat, Bomb or Angry Eggs at the shop. You can use the Angry Eggs to break everything in your path like Moving Logs, Evil Red Pot or Rat Rocket Pot; best of all they can’t be stolen by the Fox.
– On some days a Pumpkin will appear that will eat your Eggs! Make sure to avoid it or pop it by tapping on the Pumpkin.
– On other days Flies appear on top of the Cooks Mouse’s Pot that you need to tap away quickly to prevent your Eggs from bouncing off.
At the beginning of the game you get 16 Life Wheats, the game ends when you have 0 Life Wheats left. Your Life Wheats decrease when the Eggs do not drop into the Cook Mouse’s Pot, they turn into Chicks, the Fox steals them or they break because they hit something on their path.
The longer you play, the more skill it will take, so start today and play this exciting game with the whole family. Good luck and have fun!

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Nyu Media’s May Greenlight Slate of Four Doujin Titles Hit Steam

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Nyu Media continues to bring the Japanese Indie scene to Steam, with four more Doujin titles joining the Greenlight program as part of their May Greenlight Slate. They are:

Sacred Tears TRUE (by AlphaNuts) – Steam Greenlight

  • A doujin RPG that blends the best of the JRPG genre with innovative and fun game elements, high quality art and music, plus outstanding replay value in one honest-to-goodness gem of a game and a must-have for any JRPG fan!
  • Sacred Tears TRUE features fresh and unique gameplay features such as a deceptively simple but deep card battle system, redistributable skill points, a multi-way system and more.
  • Graphics by Takashi KONNO (Shichinin no Bukiya) and music by Hiroyuki Ojima (Accel WorldWhen They Cry anime) and Shimotsuki Haruka (Atelier IrisAce Attorney Orchestral Performance)

Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm (by PDW:HOTAPEN) – Steam Greenlight

  • A 2D fighting game featuring 11 playable characters, solid gameplay, dynamic commentary by tournament commentators Jchensor, Kokujin, UltraDavid, Maximilian, GGPO-based online match play, and much more!
  • Brought to you by 3 former SNK / King of Fighters developers and an ensemble cast of creative talent including art by KOTANI:Tomoyuki (Mushihimesama) & Yasuda Suzuhito (Shin Megami Tensei), voice acting by Kaji Yuki (Attack on Titan) Uchida Maaya (IDOLM@STER), and soundtrack by Raito (Melty BloodUnder Night In-birth)!

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Supercharged Robot VULKAISER (by ASTRO PORT) – Steam Greenlight

  • J-pop kitsch FTW in this 70s giant robot anime-inspired side-scrolling shooter from the makers of SATAZIUS and GIGANTIC ARMY!
  • Combine VULKAISER with the VulFighter craft and harness the awe-inspiring power of Rocket KAISER, Needle KAISER, Thunder KAISER, and Drill KAISER to save the Earth from invasion by the evil alien Gogoh Army!
  • 6 stages and 4 difficulty levels of giant robot shooting action!

ARMED SEVEN (also by ASTRO PORT) – Steam Greenlight

  • Lock & load the full mecha jacket and thwart global assault by the Neo Loran Order in this 2D side-scrolling blast-a-thon of bullets, lasers, missiles & boss fights!
  • 12 weapons x 7 stages x 4 difficulty levels of side scrolling mech-shooting action!
  • New for Steam: achievements, online leaderboards, Steam trading cards!

Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm and Sacred Tears TRUE in particular are two of the biggest projects that Nyu Media have worked to publish. Check them out through the provided links and give them your vote if you are so inclined.

New Hunter x Hunter Gon Freecss Transformation Figure Released

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Following the universally acclaimed 131st episode of the Hunter x Hunter anime which featured the climactic confrontation between protagonist Gon Freecss and the Chimera Ant Neferpitou, Bandai have released a brand new figure based upon a certain shocking transformation that occurs in Gon Freecss.

The transformation of course refers to his forced aging which in turn sacrifices his life energy in exchange for all the power he will ever have in that life. The figure stands at 1 foot tall with the transformed Gon’s signature towering hair being represented with the deftest of accuracy.

The Hunter x Hunter figure is currently available throughout Japan. It is unknown whether the figure will every head outside of the country, but it sure does make a mighty fine import for collectors.

Kill La Kill English Dub Trailer Released

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The official English language dub trailer for the popular battle anime series Kill La Kill has made its way online thanks to Aniplex of America. The dub which comes straight from Aniplex is featured in epic fashion, highlighting the main cast with their English voice.

Kill La Kill follows the misadventures of the revenge-fueled Ryuko Matoi as she seeks to uncover the truth of her father’s death. This quest of hers manages to lead her to Honnouji Academy, a school ruled by the sinister Satsuki Kiryuin.

You can check out the English language dub trailer for Kill La Kill below. Be sure to let us know what you think in the comments section.

KONAMI reveals new price point for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2

KONAMI reveals new price point for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2
New RRP for PlayStation®3, Xbox 360 and Windows PC editions of KONAMI’s epic vampire title
Konami Digital Entertainment B.V. has reduced the price of its Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 title across all formats.

The epic sequel is currently available both digitally and physically for PlayStation®3 and Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and via Steam® for Windows PC for just 29.99 Euro.

Set in a modern-day open world, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 offers a shocking conclusion to the Gabriel Belmont story arc started in 2010’s Castlevania: Lords of Shadow. In a first, players assume the role of Dracula who has been resurrected by an old ally in exchange for help defeating a powerful threat as old as time itself: Satan. Looking to settle an old score, Satan has returned to bring about the apocalypse as an act of final revenge for his previous defeat, and Dracula must face him head on as the fight between good and evil comes to a dramatic end.

Mixing intuitive combat and stunning story-telling, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 is a huge game that spans time zones and concludes the story of history’s most famous Vampire. The new price point will allow a new wave of fans to embrace the darkness and become absorbed by Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2’s dark story as they explore its visually stunning 3D realms.

FENIX RAGE WARNS PLAYERS OF A ‘RAGE QUIT’ EPIDEMIC COMING TO XBOX ONE, PLAYSTATION 4, MAC, AND PC

FENIX RAGE WARNS PLAYERS OF A ‘RAGE QUIT’ EPIDEMIC COMING TO XBOX ONE, PLAYSTATION 4, MAC, AND PC

Green Lava Studios Challenges Gamers with Aggressively Addictive
Gameplay and Hardcore Platforming Later this Fall

TWAIN HARTE, CA – May 28, 2014 – Costa Rican indie dev studio Green Lava Studios, along with indie games’ veterans at Reverb Triple XP, have just one question for gamers: Can you get the cookie? Get ready to stretch those thumb muscles for Fenix Rage, a new 2D hardcore platformer with stylish retro roots and obsessive level-based challenges coming to Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Windows PC, and Mac. Fenix Rage will be coming to Xbox One via the ID@Xbox self-publishing program for independent developers.

There is no shortage of gameplay mechanics, demanding platforming technique, and split-second decision making in Fenix Rage.
Oh, and lots of cookies.

“The excitement that our team feels is truly overwhelming,” said Eduardo Ramirez, Game Designer and CEO of Green Lava Studios. “We are extremely proud of what we are creating and are busy polishing every aspect of Fenix Rage.”

An inspired and frenetically-paced 2D platformer, Fenix Rage tests players’ ability to run, jump, and dash their way through a maze of dangerous obstacles, across hundreds of lightning-paced levels, all in an effort to track down a shadowy villain.  Loads of different enemies, slick retro-inspired music, vivid level landscapes await gamers with the mettle to play. Players will struggle mightily to climb the Leaderboard with the best time and fewest deaths and then rub it in the face of their friends.

Fenix Rage epitomizes the kind of games with which Reverb Triple XP partners. Green Lava Studios is working in cooperation with Reverb Triple XP for a ‘powered-up’ custom communications and publishing solution that fits its needs as an indie game developer.

Slated for release in fall 2014, Fenix Rage will be coming to Xbox One, the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Windows PC and Mac platforms.  For the latest buzz follow Fenix Rage on Twitter, “Like” the game on Facebook, check out Fenix Rage on Steam, and visit the official Website at www.FenixRage.com.

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ABOUT GREEN LAVA STUDIOS
Green Lava Studios prides itself on combining technology, new gameplay experiences, inventive storytelling, and meaningful messages into completely unique and compelling interactive entertainment. Hailing from lovely Costa Rica, Green Lava Studios consists of an experienced four-year team whose mission is to create fun, memorable, and captivating games for the whole world to enjoy. With several successful titles already under its belt, including “Bonfire Trail”, winner of the “Square Enix Latin America Game Contest Finalist Award (3rd Place)” in 2012, Green Lava is one of the brightest young independent developers in South America.

ABOUT REVERB TRIPLE XP
An extension of interactive entertainment agency Reverb Communications, Inc., Reverb Triple XP provides a spectrum of services customized to focus on the needs of indie game developers. Reverb Triple XP powers up titles that stand out with excellent gameplay, creative design, and that elusive fun factor. Once chosen, our team of game industry veterans works with the game developers to fully understand and play the title,  then execute on world class marketing, PR, social, production and distribution services that are fitting for games of the highest quality.

Hunter x Hunter Election Arc Anime Adaptation Confirmed

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In the latest issue of Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, the question on the mind of many Hunter x Hunter fans was answered. The Election Arc of Hunter x Hunter will indeed be getting adapted into the anime series.

The Election Arc of course revolves around the 13th Chairman Election for the Hunter Association following the events surrounding the Chimera Ant Arc. Who will be elected the next Chairman? It is anyone’s guess as this political drama becomes a deadly conflict.

Several new cast members have been confirmed, of particular interest is Hiroki Takahashi as Pariston Hill, Ikue Ohtani as Cheadle Yorkshire and Maaya Uchida as Alluka Zoldyck.

Stay tuned for further information on the Hunter x Hunter anime series as it comes to light.