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‘ScoreStreak™’ Aims to Revolutionize The Daily Fantasy Sports Game

‘ScoreStreak™’ Aims to Revolutionize The Daily Fantasy Sports Game

New Silicon Valley Startup Offers All the Excitement and Fun of Fantasy Without the Grind

San Mateo, Calif.–May 8, 2014–ScoreStreak, a new daily fantasy sports site, has launched today, offering a new twist on the growing daily fantasy sports genre. ScoreStreak’s patent pending format lets you pick top players for your daily fantasy lineup and score points when they complete objectives in their real life games. ScoreStreak’s objective-based lineups eliminate the complex scoring systems and salary cap restrictions of traditional daily fantasy sites that many players find to be a hurdle. ScoreStreak wants to bring the joy of daily fantasy sports to all sports fans – not just the ones with advanced math degrees. Players can sign up to compete at www.scorestreak.com and play for free or try one of the many real money contests.

In ScoreStreak, lineups are comprised of three categories, each with three levels of objectives. For example, in ScoreStreak’s baseball competitions there are two hitting categories (Hits and

Total Bases) and one pitching category (Strikeouts). For the Strikeouts category, users pick pitchers to meet the objectives of 9, 7, and 6 strikeouts. ScoreStreak’s objective levels are based on historical stats, posing a challenge for even the best players. ScoreStreak’s difficult objectives reward users with fourteen (14) points, moderate objectives reward eight (8) points, and the lowest objectives reward five (5) points. ScoreStreak users can slot any player they like into each objective, but the strategy and skill behind decisions becomes quickly apparent.

“Daily fantasy sports have become massively popular over the last few years,” said Ross Borden, CEO and co-founder of ScoreStreak. “However, there is still a huge untapped group of passionate sports fans that aren’t playing and our mission is to get them in the game.”

ScoreStreak closed a $1.2 million round of seed funding in Q1 of 2014. ScoreStreak can be played on any smart phone or computer, and will soon be available in the iOS app store. 

About ScoreStreak

ScoreStreak is a San Francisco Bay Area funded startup (San Mateo), founded in 2013. Our mission is to bring the fun and competition of daily fantasy sports to all sports fans. In order to do this, we have changed the game with our patent pending fantasy sports format.

World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition Launches Content Update Today

World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition Launches Content Update Today

New Maps and Tanks, Plus Never-Before-Seen In-Map Weather Effects Enter the Battle

May 8, 2014 — Wargaming today announced the release of a new content update for World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition. Available now worldwide, this update adds seven American Tank Destroyers, including the legendary M18 Hellcat, two new maps, additional packages for tank upgrades, as well as new Xbox Live Achievements. Most excitingly, the update also introduces the new weather variant system, providing maps with rain, snow and night modes; a first for the entire World of Tanks Universe.

Custom built specifically for the Xbox 360 Edition, the weather modes are entering the game alongside new battle arenas and vehicles, tank upgrades and more.

Players can look forward to the following features and enhancements in this update:

  • Weather Variant System — For the first time in World of Tanks, experience combat in three different climates: rain, snow, and night. Be prepared to battle the elements along with your enemies.
  • Two New Battle Arenas —

o   Fisherman’s Bay — Take advantage of excellent ambush opportunities with sloping hills covered in bushes, plus a combination of open spaces and irregular terrain.

o   Abbey — Find the abbey’s courtyard at the highest point on the hill and explore three roads that allow passage from the north and south.

  • American Tank Destroyers — Take out the competition from a distance with seven new tank destroyers that offer great speed, guns and penetration: M8A1, T49, M18 Hellcat, T25/2, T28 Prototype, T30, T110E4
  • New Tank Package Upgrades — Guns, lots of guns! Choose from a variety of new loadout packages that provide an even deeper tank customization during tech tree progression. Use these packages to research or obtain new guns without giving up previously acquired modules.
  • Xbox Live Achievements — Earn eight new achievements within World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition to increase your Gamerscore.
  • Soviet Premium Tanks — Earn credits and increase crew skills with these five new tanks—Valentine II, Matilda IV, IS-6, SU-122-44, and Churchill III—that were introduced into the game earlier this week.

More information about this latest content update can be found at:

To register to play World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition for free, please visit:

Pixeldb By Anders Tankred Holm

Pixeldb

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  • Updated: May 08, 2014
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  • Seller: Anders Tankred Holm
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  • Infrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or References
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Compatibility: Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

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Pixeldb is your pocket video game database.

Can’t remember who voiced Nathan Drake, the launch games of the GENESIS or you need to find all games taken place in London?
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Pixeldb is powered by Giantbomb, the largest source for videogames. Search through thousands of games, people, companies, platforms and so much more.

LATESTS GAMES
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If you find something you like add it to your “Need-to-Play” list.

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Create your own profile and add your all-time favourite games. Overview of all your played games and lists.

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Team17 to Publish Worms-Esque Arena Brawler Overruled!

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Team17 have announced a partnership with garage-based indie developers Dlala Studios in releasing their 2D multiplayer arena-based brawler Overruled! where players battling in either local or online multiplayer can change the rules as they play, directly influencing the dynamics of combat. CEO Aj Grand-Scrutton and COO Craig Thomas, at Dlala Studios, said;

It’s absolutely mind blowing for us to be able to announce a partnership with Team17. We’ve known some of the guys for a couple of years and have been playing their games for a couple of decades. They are the perfect partner for Overruled! They understand same room multiplayer better than most and they have a real desire to help us succeed as a studio. To be honest we’re incredibly honoured and overwhelmed to be working with them and can’t wait for the future!

Over 20 “change ’em up” cards enable the alterations in the ruleset, to the point where what was once a Deathmatch could suddenly turn into a King of the Hill match. Even elements such as Respawn Timers and Free-For-All/Team modes of play can be switched between. Debbie Bestwick, Team17’s Managing Director, added;

Overruled! simply has the potential to be a very successful real-time Worms-like game, and working together we can make this happen. We get what they want to achieve and that’s building a studio with great IP, we’re here to help them achieve that dream. We’re delighted to welcome them to our amazing family of talented developers that are already part of our third-party publishing program.

Overruled! is scheduled for release later this year for PC and multiple other platforms TBA.

Pure Pool Cues Up for Next-Gen Summer Release

Pure Pool Cues Up for Next-Gen Summer Release

There’s way more than just shiny balls racked for launch…

8th May 2014 – Super-devs VooFoo Studios and Indie Games Publisher Ripstone announced today that Pure Pool; the latest iteration in the Pure series will break onto Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft in addition to PC via Steam and PlayStation®4 early this summer! Featuring signature super-smooth gameplay Pure Pool is set to serve up the most authentic pool experience on the market – and will be available to both Xbox One, via the ID@Xbox self-publishing program as well as Steam and PlayStation®4 users at launch!

Improving on the unprecedented formula of the critically-acclaimed Hustle Kings, the awesome team at VooFoo has achieved a whole new level of realism in Pure Pool – with their fine-tuned physics engine and beautiful graphics. But there’s way more than responsive balls and HD cloth to look forward to in the ultimate next-gen pool game! This generation of console has already got balls and Pure Pool delivers a connected experience both on and offline comparable only to real life pool.

Whether you wish to hone your skills solo or weigh up against the competition Pure Pool has been built from the ground-up on the premise of connecting players. As a result the game will immerse you in a living, breathing pool hall, with all the buzz and vibrancy of a real pool-playing environment!

Pure Pool also offers live online Multiplayer so you can compete against worthy opponents in both head-to-head matches and in global online leagues.  As if that wasn’t enough; Pure Pool will also track your individual gaming-style, creating a unique DNA profile as you play. You can even play against an AI rendition of your friends and foes when they’re not online.

“We plan to set the bar on digital pool higher than ever before with Pure Pool,” says Mark Williams, Technology Director at VooFoo Studios. “Since the success of Pure Chess and Hustle Kings, we wanted to follow up with an even better game for next-gen systems—one that would truly emulate a real experience, and captivate both pool fans and the general gaming populace alike.”

Pure Pool Key Features:

  • Photo-realistic graphics and detailed visuals
  • Live online Mutiplayer
  • DNA-profiling allows players to compete against the play-style of their friends or foes anytime
  • A fine-tuned physics engine for super-smooth gameplay
  • Bustling pool hall for an immersive pool experience
  • The most authentic pool experience players can get outside of real life

For more information about Pure Pool please visit http://ripstone.com/#games, or check out the teaser trailer at http://youtu.be/aUa8YDYRnUo.

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About VooFoo Studios
VooFoo Studios is an independent UK based video games developer, founded in 2007 by a small team of experienced industry professionals. Utilising its own proprietary cutting edge technology, VooFoo’s first game, the critically acclaimed Hustle Kings, was released for PlayStation 3 in 2009, reaching the top of the PSN charts and earning VooFoo nominations for two highly coveted Develop Awards. More recently, VooFoo have gone on to release Hustle Kings on PlayStation Vita, and the visually stunning Pure Chess on both platforms. For more information on VooFoo Studios and its games, please visit the official website at http://www.voofoostudios.com/.

About Ripstone
Ripstone® Publishing is an independent UK based games publisher specialising in digital distribution.
Ripstone’s ethos is built on honesty, integrity and trust, founded in 2011 in order to create a bespoke service for independent game developers.
Publishing video games on a number of different platforms including handheld and home consoles, PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Android; Ripstone is best known for games such as Pure Chess, the award-winning Knytt Underground, Big Sky Infinity, Men’s Room Mayhem & Stick It To The Man.

TECMO KOEI AMERICA ANNOUNCES ATELIER RORONA PLUS: THE ALCHEMIST OF ARLAND FOR PLAYSTATION 3 AND PLAYSTATION VITA

TECMO KOEI AMERICA ANNOUNCES ATELIER RORONA PLUS: THE ALCHEMIST OF ARLAND FOR  PLAYSTATION 3 AND PLAYSTATION VITA 

Cult Hit RPG to Launch with Updated Graphics, New Story Content and Revamped Gameplay System on June 24

BURLINGAME, Calif. – MAY 8, 2014 – TECMO KOEI America today announced that the turn-based RPG Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist Of Arland will launch in North America on June 24, 2014 for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and digitally for PlayStation®Vita handheld system through the PlayStation®Store. The hit 2010 game Atelier Rorona: The Alchemist Of Arlandreturns better than ever with updated 3D models, restructured gameplay system and more. Additionally, those who pre-order the PlayStation 3 version at GameStop will receive an exclusive Costume set with the “Orange Swimsuit” and “Lady’s Etiquette Costume”.

The popular RPG franchise from acclaimed developer, Gust, carries on the tradition of the beloved Atelier series, using alchemy as the main focal point. Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist Of Arland focuses on the exploits of Rorolina Frixell, one the most identified characters of the Arland trilogy, a young girl who is assigned to complete alchemy tasks over three years in order to keep her alchemy workshop and not be banished from the kingdom of Arland.

Players can craft new items and also battle enemies using the power of alchemy. As all games in the Atelier series, this title is set against a stunning anime-like background with beautiful 3D graphics and is characterized by an elaborate crafting and synthesis system.

At the behest of a wide number of fans, Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist Of Arland features a completely revamped 3D character model for Rorona, but the improvements don’t stop there as the game itself has been significantly enhanced: item synthesis & crafting system has been redesigned for better playability, while there will be additional chapters and playable characters previously unavailable throughout the series.

Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist Of Arlandnew additions include:

  • Enhanced 3D character models
  • New field map modelling creates more rich and vibrant scenery
  • New chapters featuring Totori and Meruru who return from the previous Arland trilogies “Atelier Meruru Plus” and “Atelier Totori Plus”, brimming with new content and illustrations
  • Additional Content, including playable characters, maps, bosses, costumes and more
  • Improved Synthesis system and new Assignment system
  • Expanded Item Crafting
  • New battle system with advanced battle features and skill execution between characters
  • New Time Capsule system allows players to bury items in Atelier Rorona and retrieve them in Atelier Meruru Plus, and Atelier Totori Plus
  • Over 30 different Endings: Interactions with character and decisions made to complete missions with affect the ending offering extremely high replay value
  • Data saving and sharing between PlayStation®3 and PS®Vita versions

Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist Of Arland is developed by Gust and published in North America by Tecmo Koei America. The PlayStation 3 version will be available for $49.99 at participating retailers and through the PlayStation Store, and the PS Vita version will be available for $39.99 exclusively through the PlayStation Store. Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist Of Arland will launch June 24, 2014 and has been rated T for Teen by the ESRB.  For more information visit www.tecmokoeiamerica.com and follow www.facebook.com/ateliergames and https://twitter.com/TecmoKoeiUS.

About TECMO KOEI AMERICA CORP:

TECMO KOEI AMERICA CORP. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Burlingame, California. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of TECMO KOEI HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. TECMO is best known for the Dead or Alive®, Ninja Gaiden®, Tecmo Bowl®, and Fatal Frame® series. KOEI is best known for its Dynasty Warriors® and Samurai Warriors® franchises. On April 1, 2009, TECMO KOEI HOLDINGS CO., LTD was established as a result of the TECMO, LTD. and KOEI Co., Ltd. merger.

Check Out These New “Space Noir” Screens

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Space Noir is the upcoming sci-fi, action game by developers N-Fusion Interactive and Unity Games and puts players in the boots of Hal Markham – an intergalactic bounty hunter who’s only companion is his ship’s AI. Think Metroid meets Indiana Jones, meets Nightrider (So kinda like Guardians of the Galaxy). The game is still a little ways away, but today we have a bunch of brand new screenshots to show you, that will hopefully give you a bit more of an idea as to what this game is all about.

Check out the gallery below, and remember that Space Noir will be available on PC a little later this year, but if you can’t wait that long then you had better check out the recently released walkthrough trailer. With a few months until the release, you had better make sure you stay tuned to Capsule Computers for all the Space Noir news as it becomes available.

GTA Online’s Next Update Lets You Live ‘The High Life’

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“Take in the view from any of the five new apartments in The High Life update.”

On Wednesday, May 14, GTA Online players will be able to purchase high-end apartments, drive four new vehicles and equip the powerful Bullpup Rifle with the release of The High Life update.

Rockstar‘s next in a string of content additions introduces multi-property ownership and new on-sale locations such as the luxurious Eclipse Towers and Richards Majestic. Need a classy, but super-fast whip to match your status? The Enus Huntley S (SUV), Dewbauchee Massacro (Sports), Pegassi Zentorno (Super) and Dinka Thrust (Motorcycle) will all be available from Legendary Motorsport, and accessible from any garage property in Story Mode. And if you’re thinking of entering some races with your new Pegassi Zentorno, note that a ‘Non Contact’ race option will be added, ensuring that costly damage to your insanely expensive ride will be avoided… at least at the hands of other racers. You’ll still need to look out for traffic, light poles and other environmental elements.

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“Customized Zentorno, Massacro, and Huntley S hit the streets.”

For gun enthusiasts wanting to strengthen their offensive arsenal, Ammu-Nation’s latest arrival in the Bullpup Rifle will help you protect your investments very effectively. Players will be able to track a new stat – Mental State – which shows just how passive or psychotically unhinged fellow players in your session truly are. Finally, The High Life update also includes new wardrobe options, vehicle horns and player toasts/celebrations as well as 15 new Jobs, including 5 new Contact Missions. Check out the related screenshots below for a peek at the gear, along with the Bullpup Rifle and Dinka Thrust motorcycle.

No Game No Life Episode 5 Impressions

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Crouching Princess, Hidden Genius

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Episode 5: Weak Square

Following their resounding defeat of Kurami and ascension to the throne in the last episode, it appeared that Sora and Shiro were settling in nicely to the position of King. But appearances can be deceiving. After their brief stint of actual work, the siblings are back in their old routine of sleeping all day and playing games all night. However, there is one factor that did not exist in their old lives, one that isn’t too happy with their lax demeanour: Steph.

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You’ve got to know when to hold ’em…

With neither Sora or Shiro around to perform the duties expected of the King, the responsibility to take care of business has fallen onto Steph. A fact that continues to aggrevate her as she is slowly overwhelmed by the volume of tasks she is left to complete. Having finally gotten fed up with her so called King, Steph decides to challenge Sora to a game…yep. In case you haven’t been paying attention to the series thus far, playing Sora in a game is not a smart idea. The dude (along with his sister) beat God in chess for crying out loud. Anyway, despite Steph’s confidence in her skills as a cheater and Sora’s desire to become a fulfilled human (the result that would occur should Steph win), the game ends with Sora as the victor. Big surprise there. Yet again we are treated to an explanation of Sora’s brilliance in gaming. It appears that this time around our protagonist decided to utilise card counting in order to cinch victory. Clever. Of course the fact that Steph had no idea such a technique existed didn’t exactly hurt the situation.

Not satisfied with losing just the once and being forced to become the sibling’s dog for a day, Steph continues to challenge Sora throughout the episode. Understanding that she can only best him through chance, Steph still finds herself losing each and every game…along with her pieces of clothing. Shiro can be rather spiteful it would seem. It is around her fifth loss that Sora kicks into serious exposition mode and explains to Steph the nature of the world. No matter what the situation, whether cards or people crossing the street, mathematics plays a major factor. It is only by taking into account every possibility, every fact, every deviance from the average that one can truly grasp the inner workings of the world. And it is within that understanding that humanity can prosper. We learn that whilst blowing off their daily duties as King, Sora and Shiro have been reading every book they can find. As each Exceed race possesses unique powers that exceed those of humanity (see what they did there?), making any move to regain their territory would be folly without information. The Warbeasts for example are able to read minds, eliminating games that require precise strategy or bluffing. It is for this reason that Sora chastises Steph for her “ends justify the means” attitude. With one wrong move standing between the prosperity or ruin of the Imanity, Sora and Shiro are at a loss for the first time in their lives. It’s honestly amazing how an anime centred on fun and games is anything but.

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…know when to fold ’em

However, despite all of Sora and Shiro’s insults, as well as all information presented up until now, we learn that Steph is actually rather smart. After the siblings defeat some now Ex-Nobles, Steph reveals that she has carefully been dividing commercial rights between the lands and utilising successes to slowly split multiple regions apart and reduce the power of those who would oppose Elkia. Having used Steph as a word analogous to idiot up until now, Sora and Shiro are noticeably impressed by Steph’s tactics and wit. Enough for Shiro to demean her, thus the “dog for a day” punishment. Though Steph has been a fun and quirky character up until this point, it’s nice to see her finally contributing to the development of the plot in a major way. Plus, with Sora and Shiro as her friends, who knows what else she will learn and accomplish in the future. Perhaps she’ll even play a game of her own, against a foe of Elkia? That’d be cool.

Another point to note would be Tet’s discussion with his fellow Gods, who apparently still remain in the world of Disboard. Questioning Tet about his intentions regarding the Imanity, the Old Deus receive nothing but riddles and heresay. Though the God of Games does relay his belief that Sora and Shiro will gather the Race Pieces and challenge him again. However, the most interesting piece of this conversation would be Tet’s comment that the Old Deus can just keep playing their “idle games”. So not only are the top of the Exceed races still a force in Disboard, they’re planning something…this can only end well.

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That’s one hell of a librarian…

So with their schooling of Steph complete, our trio of intrepid heroes head towards the last repository of knowledge within the walls of Elkia: the library. However, this bastion of books is no longer public property. Having been won fair and square by a wandering Flugel, it would appear that Blank must rise to the challenge and best yet another opponent. But with a Phantasma looming overhead, time is of the essence. Also Sora really wants to win the land of sexy animal girls…so there’s that too.

Check out more No Game No Life Impressions HERE.

Tozai Games Brings a Shooting Legend to the PlayStation®3 with R-Type™ Dimensions

Tozai Games Brings a Shooting Legend to the PlayStation®3 with R-Type™ Dimensions 

R-Type and R-Type II together on the Playstation®Network with new HD graphics, music, and features

Bellevue, Wash. – May 8, 2014 – Worldwide publisher of video games and electronic entertainment, Tozai Games, today announced that R-Type™ Dimensions, will be coming to the PlayStation®Network for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system on May 20 in North America and May 21 across supported European territories.

Initially published by Irem Software Engineering, R-Type Dimensions 

includes both arcade classics, R-Type and R-Type II. Each title can be played in classic mode, or with enhanced 2D/3D graphics, which includes gorgeous hi-res graphics, remastered audio, and new features exclusive to the PlayStation®3 system.

R-Type Dimensions Key Features:

  • Two complete games – includes all 8 original R-Type levels and all 6 original R-Type II levels
  • Switch between new hi-res 2D/3D graphics with revamped music, or play the classic versions with the push of a button
  • Infinite Mode and Level Select – learn the levels inside and out for the perfect, 1CC runs
  • Co-op Mode – 2 players can play together “couch co-op” style
  • Slow motion play function – weave through bullets and enemies with ease
  • Controller key configuration – change the button layout to match your play style
  • Worldwide leaderboards, player statistics, and PS3™ Trophies

To celebrate the upcoming release, Tozai Games has prepared a new preview trailer for R-Type Dimensions. To view the preview trailer, please visit the official Tozai Games YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/TozaiGames.

For additional information on R-Type Dimensions, please visit the official micro site at www.rtypedimensions.com/ps3.

Product Information:
Title: R-Type Dimensions
Genre: Shooting
Platform: PlayStation®3
Release by: Tozai, Inc.
Release Date: May 20, 2014 (NTSC), May 21, 2014 (PAL)
Release on: PlayStation®Store download
Price: $9.99
Player(s): 1 or 2 players
ESRB: Everyone

Keep up-to-date on Tozai Games’ upcoming projects on the Tozai Games Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Tozai, on Twitter @TozaiGames and at www.tozaigames.com and www.tozaigames.co.jp.
About Tozai, Inc. (Tozai Games)
From the classics of yesterday to the original IP of tomorrow, Tozai Games delivers lasting gaming experiences to passionate gamers around the globe. Based in Bellevue, Washington, and Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan, Tozai Games is an experienced team of professionals dedicated to building successful licensing and publishing relationships around the world.

Tozai Games is a trademark of Tozai, Inc. registered or protected in the US and other countries.

R-Type and R-Type II are the trademarks of Irem Software Engineering Inc. registered or protected in the US and other countries.

R-Type Dimensions is protected under US and international copyright laws

©1987-2014 Tozai, Inc. and /or Irem Software Engineering Inc.

“PlayStation” and the “PS” Family logo are registered trademarks and “PS3” is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.