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Five new Senran Kagura: Shinovi Versus girls detailed [Updated]

This week’s issue of Famitsu is going to introduce five new girls to Senran Kagura: Shinovi Versus. Unfortunately, we only have this information so far courtesy of Tale Tale Source and images of the girls themselves will likely be available within a day or so.

The first new girl is called Hiyabi who is 21 years old and is a member of the earlier generation before Homura. She has lost both her memory and her abilities after an accident occurred during one of her missions. Second we have Imu who is also 21 years old, but unfortunately she has been stuck in the hospital for over a year from the same accident that caused Hiyabi to lose her memory.

Also introduced into the game are Murasaki, who is sixteen years old but doesn’t attend class and Ryoubi and Ryouna, both of whom are sixteen and are also twin sisters. Ryoubi uses a sniper rifle as a weapon and apparently she was also “previously” small in the chest. Considering we will likely see images of these characters soon, we will probably see how Ryoubi’s new developments look as well as the other four girls.

Update: Images of the new girls have been released and can be found here.

Jet Set Radio delayed on the PlayStation Vita

If you have been waiting to purchase Jet Set Radio HD on the PlayStation Vita then perhaps you should prepare to purchase it on either the PlayStation 3 or the Xbox 360 because Sega has revealed that the Vita version of the game has been delayed due to “necessary development optimizations” despite the fact that it was meant to be released today.

It is worth noting that the console versions of Jet Set Radio HD have already hit each one’s respective digital store and our review of the 360 version can be found here. As for a new release date, Sega simply said that the new date would be announced “soon.”

PlayMG Android Gaming Device Available For Pre-Order

The newly founded PlayMG company has announced that they have just put up their first ever device, the MG, for pre-order. The MG is a portable Android gaming device which will run on Wifi and will not require a phone plan to use. This means that this is a portable gaming device built specifically for use with the Android market.

The overall cost of the device is $169USD, but for pre-order customers it will be reduced to $149USD. For pre-ordering customers, the device will also come complete with $40 value built-in. This includes $10 pre-paid from Mastercard, 8gb of storage and a few games from both Com2US and Electronic Arts.

Be sure to check out the official website for more information.

Persona 5 development “is making progress” says producer

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Earlier today Famitsu placed a special talk article online where Atlus producer Katsura Hashino and a science writer named Kaoru Takeuchi discuss various things. The article can be found here, though it is worth noting that it is in Japanese.

At the end of their discussion Hashino teases Persona fans by saying that “development of the next numbered Persona title is making progress.” When Takeuchi presses him further, Hashino simply says that “We’re not at a point where I can say anything, but once the time comes we’ll release some information, so please stay tuned.” While little can be gleaned from his statement, it is always good to hear that things are going smoothly.

New PlayStation Store Now Live!

Great news for all you Sony PS3 owners, Sony Network Entertainment International and Sony Computer Entertainment America, today unveiled a redesigned PlayStation Store for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. The new store offers a completely redesigned, rich user interface, with easy search and powerful content discovery through the integrated catalog of more than 20,000 pieces of game-related content including downloadable games, add-ons and themes and over 100,000 videos and TV shows.

With an unprecedented amount of content now available in the PlayStation Store, the dramatic redesign delivers easier navigation, improved discovery and integrates game, video and applications like never before. Product pages also deliver in-depth information about purchases, giving users valuable content information, while providing a rich visual experience similar to the advanced high-definition games found on PS3.

The new PlayStation Store is available today in Europe on all PlayStation Network connected PlayStation 3 computer entertainment systems.  The New PlayStation Store will be available in the United States, Canada, Brazil and Mexico on October 23, 2012.

Check out the new look Playstation Store below!  Who’s already tried it out? Let us know what you think of it in the comments section below!

Silent Hill: Book of Memories now available in stores

If you were to venture out to the store today or peruse the digital shelves of the PlayStation Store then you will find that Konami’s PlayStation Vita exclusive Silent Hill: Book of Memories is now available for purchase in both physical and digital formats. The game itself will set you back $39.99, but those who do play it will see a Silent Hill game unlike any other.

Silent Hill: Book of Memories is a departure from your standard horror game, stead focusing on co-operative multiplayer with a top-down camera and more action based gameplay. Players will venture through multiple Otherworlds in Silent Hill: Book of Memories and work together with others to solve puzzles, fight nightmarish creatures and try to discover the truth behind the Book of Memories.

Pick up Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 and receive a special Goku costume

Over the weekend Namco Bandai revealed that anyone who purchases a launch copy of Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 when it is released in March 2013 on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 will be able to obtain a special costume for Naruto. This costume will have Naruto looking like Goku from Dragon Ball Z and some artwork of what he may look like in the game can be seen below.

Also found below are a number of brand new screenshots showing off the new group fight feature which allows the player to battle against many enemies at the same time and a new trailer as well.

More gorgeous Tales of Xillia screenshots released

As many of you know, New York Comic Con happened this past weekend and Namco Bandai has released a number of new English screenshots for the PlayStation 3 exclusive Tales of Xillia to close out the event. As you can see in the images below, Tales of Xillia is an absolutely beautiful looking game.

Also revealed via the press release from the company are a few official translations for characters and the world itself. The world itself is called “Rieze Maxia” rather than Liese Maxia and Elise Lutus will now be called Elize Lutus. These changes are nothing to be concerned about and are in fact somewhat expected considering Japanese to English translations usually see Ls being changed to Rs. Currently Tales of Xillia is set to be released sometime next year.

Get ready to face your insanity in Minecraft

For all you hardcore Minecraft fans out there Ubisoft today has announced the creation of a map and texture pack for Minecraft inspired by the Far Cry 3 universe, which is to be released for free on PC on the 26th of October 2012.

This pack allows users to explore and survive the Minecraft experience through the warped lens of Far Cry 3, with modifications to all aspects of the original game, including environments, weapons and tools. Players can discover key Far Cry 3 locations and characters, including Vaas, Jason and Citra, all completely redesigned in Minecraft style.  The map also features over 50 Easter Eggs, hidden throughout the Islands.

With the map modded by Michael Lambert (Sacr3, creator of Newcraft City), a well known Minecraft enthusiast, and artists Axel Janssen and Yohann Delcourt responsible for the textures, the Far Cry 3 inspired pack will be released for free on PC via the Far Cry official website.

Far Cry 3 is scheduled to release for the Microsoft’s Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC on November 29, 2012.

For more info on Minecraft, check out the official website here http://minecraft.net and Far Cry 3, check out www.farcrygame.com

 

 

DOOM 3 BFG Edition Launch Trailer

Bethesda have just announced the launch trailer for DOOM 3 BFG Edition. DOOM 3 BFG Edition features re-mastered versions of both DOOM 3 and the Resurrection of Evil add-on pack, as well eight new levels of content entitled ‘The Lost Mission.’ This edition will also include the original DOOM and DOOM 2 games, certainly making it the definitive collection of the genre-defining games developed by id Software, the pioneers of the first-person shooter genre.

Some more information about Doom 3 BFG is that it’s been Re-mastered for both Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, offering enhanced visuals further immersing you in the demonic world like never before. DOOM 3, Resurrection of Evil, and ‘The Lost Mission’ have been optimized in 3D, featuring 5.1 surround sound, along with Xbox 360 Achievements, PlayStation 3 trophies, improved rendering and lighting, and a new check point save system allowing for smoother progression through the game. id Software has fine-tuned the controls to bring the intensity of the DOOM single and multiplayer experience to the consoles, and DOOM 3 now features the new armor-mounted flashlight, allowing players to illuminate dark corners and blast enemies at the same time.

With all these great new updates and features, picking up DOOM 3 BFG will be a totally enjoyable experience for both the new comers to the game and also seasoned veterans! Check out the trailer below and let us know what you think of it. And if you are also going to be picking this up on release day!