BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II officially announced for North America

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News

We knew the game was coming thanks to Nintendo Power, but Aksys Games officially confirmed the news today.

TORRANCE, Calif.–April 15th, 2011–Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment software, is pleased to announce that BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II will be headed to both the PSP® system and the Nintendo 3DS™ handheld system in Spring 2011. BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II is an enhanced port of the critically-acclaimed BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, and the next installment in the popular 2D fighting game series known as BlazBlue.
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II contains the complete set of single player features from the console version, such as Arcade, Score Attack, Training, and Story mode, and also has an ad-hoc Network mode for multiplayer play. This impressive list of features is topped off with new content created specially for the handheld version, including extra story material and brand-new modes such as Legion 1.5 and Abyss Mode.
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II features the full 18-character cast of the original BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, including the three DLC characters Makoto, Valkenhayn, and Platinum. Furthermore, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II also features the new system mechanics and game balance revisions introduced by the original arcade version and system version 1.03. With all of these new features, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II is a brand-new fighting game experience sure to meet the expectations of fans everywhere.
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II Key Features
All-New Single Player Content
Upgrade your character to reach the bottom in the new Abyss Mode, create an army to conquer your foes in the new Legion 1.5 Mode, polish your skills in the revamped Challenge Mode, and earn Platinum Dollars to unlock a host of in-game rewards.
Redesigned Fighting Experience
With new system mechanics, game engine revisions, and a roster entirely rebalanced from its original predecessor, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II offers a fully-updated fighting game experience for both veterans and newcomers alike.
Enhanced Story Features
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II contains not only the full story of the original, but also brand-new Story Mode and Arcade Mode segments for players to enjoy.
Ad-hoc Multiplayer
Ad-hoc multiplayer allows up to 4 players to participate in a single session. Two players will square off while the others spectate.

Source: Aksys Games PR