Monster Hunter Generations, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice to be featured at Anime Expo 2016
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments
Capcom will be stopping by Anime Expo 2016 early next month. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice and Monster Hunter Generations are both being represented at the event, as both will have playable demos.
Additionally, Capcom is lining up panels, cosplay gatherings, and more. Here’s the lowdown on what’s planned:
Level-5 on Yo-kai Watch sales and potential for big success overseas
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 6 Comments
The first Yo-kai Watch game did alright when it arrived in North America last year. However, it’s not quite the same sensation as it is in Japan currently.
Level-5 president and CEO Akihiro Hino noted in an interview with The Verge that the series is on the same path as when it debuted in Japan a few years ago. Much like in the states, Yo-kai Watch only sold adequately. It was when the second entry released that the franchise really picked up steam, and Hino thinks something similar could happen overseas.
According to Hino:
“We have to understand that it takes time. But then at the same time we have to work as hard as we can to shorten the time as much as possible.”
“I think we’re following the same kind of sales trend as Japan. Meaning that our first game in Japan had OK sales, but it only became a huge phenomenon when we released the second game. I think our launch here in the US is kind of the ideal sales that we had expected.”
“For the markets where it takes more time, we have to change the messaging, trying to push the aspects that are more familiar to those markets. Not just push the game as-is, but pick the unique aspect that will be familiar.”
“We do believe that Yo-kai Watch can be as big of a social phenomenon [in the West] as it is in Japan.”
More: Akihiro Hino, interview, Level-5, sales, top, Yo-kai Watch
European Metroid Prime: Federation Force boxart
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Images | 13 Comments
The European boxart is in for Metroid Prime: Federation Force – see above. It uses the same design as Japan for the most part.
To compare, here’s the North American version:
Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack – drama track CD, 3DS theme
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Inti Creates held another live stream for Azure Striker Gunvolt 2 on Niconico earlier today. During the broadcast, more was shared on Azure Striker Gunvolt 2 as well as Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack, which will include the sequel and the original game.
A limited edition version of Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack will come with a drama CD. Here’s a summary from Skybane:
This [drama CD tells] a tale that happens a bit before the story of “Armed Blue Gunvolt”. It’s a prelude to the Japan invasion by the Multi-National Psychics Union “Eden” and its 7th Wave (Sevens) Psychics.
The country’s defenders, “Sumeragi”, fight hard battles against Eden, which seeks the destruction of the national defensive barrier – will Sumeragi be able to halt Eden’s advance? And the 3rd faction “Feather” gets involved as well…
Along with the drama CD, Inti Creates will include a download code for a new 3DS theme, pictured above. It’s named “Azure Thunderclap Gunvolt Striker Pack” and has a theme based on the package illustration plus the featured song “Concurrent World (Parallel World)” by Morpho. Those who purchase the standard version of Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack will be able to download the theme as well.
Zero Time Dilemma “game overview” trailer
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With just a few days to go before Zero Time Dilemma launches, Spike Chunsoft has come out with a new trailer. We have it below.
The Snack World concept art, Level-5 cross-media project tease, next live stream
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Level-5 wrapped up a live stream to promote its upcoming Vision event a short while ago. Aside from confirming new Layton and Inazuma games, CEO Akihiro Hino also talked about a few other titles.
First, Hino touched on The Snack World, which is still on the way. New concept art was shown – see the gallery below.
Hino also briefly discussed Level-5’s new cross-media project while showing concept art as well. He said, “you won’t go to space, this will be a very familiar story. An academy drama… perhaps?” The project is said to be shaping up very nicely and Level-5 has great expectations for it.
Here are a couple of pieces of concept art:
Finally, another live-stream will be held on Niconico on July 20 to provide more early information on the projects planned for Level-5 Vision 2016. It’ll take place at the following times:
– 4 AM PT
– 7 AM ET
– 12 PM in the UK
– 1 PM in Europe
More: Japan, Level-5, The Snack World
Paper Mario: Sticker Star, New Style Boutique discounts on My Nintendo Europe
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Two new discounts have been added to My Nintendo Europe. Both Paper Mario: Sticker Star and Nintendo Presents: New Style Boutique can be had for 20 percent off. The two rewards cost 300 Platinum Points each.
More: Europe, My Nintendo
Dragon Quest XI may receive cross-save functionality between 3DS and PS4 with passwords
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Square Enix held its Annual Shareholders’ Meeting earlier today. During the event, a question was asked about cross-save functionality between both versions of Dragon Quest XI.
Of course, Dragon Quest XI will be rather different on 3DS and PlayStation 4, and the two systems are from separate hardware manufacturers. Yet despite that, it still seems like Square Enix could implement some cross-save functionality between both games. The company’s Yu Miyake indicated that the “Spell of Restoration” may be used here to accomplish the feature.
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii also mentioned last month that he wanted to bring back the Spell of Restoration in Dragon Quest XI. This refers to the classic password system used in the series’ early days.
Square Enix was also asked if new information about Dragon Quest XI will be revealed at the Tokyo Game Show and beyond. Miyake said they are considering it, and would like to share an update before the 30th anniversary is up.
Thanks to Jose for the tip.
More: Dragon Quest XI, Square Enix, top
Monster Hunter Generations video – “Shintaro Kojima’s Hunting Essentials”
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Nintendo UK caught up with Monster Hunter Generations producer Shintaro Kojima at a recent community event and asked him which items players should carry on hunts in the game. Hear his answer below.
Yo-kai Watch 3 trailers, commercials
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Level-5 just published a bunch of new Yo-kai Watch 3. You can view a couple of trailers and commercials below, along with a making-of video.
