Katanakami: new screenshots and combat details
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Spike Chunsoft released some new information on their upcoming Way of the Samurai spin-off Katanakami today, detailing the intricacies of the game’s combat system, as well as some new screenshots. You can find both below (credit for the translation goes to Gematsu):
The Basics of Battle and Drawing / Sheathing Your Sword
Battles follow a basic pattern of “attacker,” “receiver,” and “breaker.” Attackers have light and heavy attacks; receivers can evade and guard; and breakers can use kick and throw techniques to break the enemy’s guard, which are effective against enemies with strengthened defenses.
The concept of “drawing” and “sheathing” your sword also exists. While having your sword drawn means you can consistently attack, your movement speed is also lowered. And while having your sword sheathed means it is more difficult to attack, by keeping your sword at bay for a short time, you can activate a “buff.” Buffs strengthen your sword attacks, as well as allow you to unleash a powerful, widespread attack called a “bam.”
A Variety of Combat Styles with Nine Stances and Over 100 Swords
Your stance will change depending on the sword you have equipped. There are a total of nine stances, and each changes up the action and grants specific effects to the player. For example, the “middle guard stance” reduces damage received from the enemy, while the “side stance” increases your chance of a critical attack. These are the sorts of variegated battle styles players can enjoy.
The techniques you can use will also differ depending on the sword equipped, and there are over 100 swords to obtain. Discover your favorite sword while collecting as many as you can.
Two Special Actions: “Katana Time” and “Kiwami”
By defeating enemies in dungeons, mysterious “orbs” will appear. By collecting these orbs will build up your “Orb Gauge,” allowing you to activate “Katana Time.” When Katana Time is activated, you will be granted various effects such as non-diminishing vitality and sword durability, increased movement speed, and no blow-back from enemy attacks. The Orb Gauge can be filled three times, and when you reach the third stage, you can release your ultimate “ougi” attack, which differs based on the stance.
By timely defending against an enemy’s attack or step-dodging to create an opening, and then attacking, you can unleash a powerful blow called a “Kiwami” attack. If there are is an enemy nearby after defeating an enemy with a Kiwami attack, you can attack at the right timing to activate a “Consecutive Kiwami.” If you manage to defeat the enemy, you can repeatedly activate Consecutive Kiwami attacks.
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UK software sales – November 11, 2019
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Orangeblood delayed to early 2020
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Playism has announced the delay of the release of Grayfax Software-developed RPG Orangeblood from what was slated to be a November release window to early 2020. The reason given was “in order to polish the game to the highest quality,” the publisher announced.
The game, set in an alternate timeline at the end of the 20th century, shows off a subtropical island where players can explore the faded, rusty world filled with hanging out in bars and gun fights with cute girls. The guns themselves are randomly generated and pack quite the punch.
This interesting title is in the works for PC (Steam,) Switch, PS4 and Xbox One.
More: Grayfax Software, Orangeblood, Playism
Fire Emblem Heroes – 11/11/19 roundup
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A new Grand Hero, Cormag: Aloof Lanceman, from Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones, has arrived in Special Maps. Cormag is a wyvern knight of Grado and younger brother of the Sunstone, Glen. Although he left his army behind, he fights with love and pride for his homeland. Players can defeat the hero to have him join their ranks.
Additionally, Lost Lore is coming 11/12 at 11 PM PT. Players can send Heroes to scout other worlds and recover lore for the Heroes’ Saga, a collection of tales from the game’s series. Players can earn rewards like Orbs and Dragonflowers by scouting the World of Awakening.
Bee Simulator – Customization trailer
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A new video for Bee Simulator has been released today. The new footage highlights the customization features available for your bees. Bee Available on November 12th you can check out the video in the linked tweet below, with the eShop information about the game after the break.
https://twitter.com/i/status/1193569859000578053
More: Bee Simulator, Bigben Interactive
Pretty Princess Magical Coordinate trailer and debut commercial released
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Due out on December 5th in Japan, Pretty Princess Magical Coordinate, from developer Nippon Columbia, will be arriving on Switch. The game is set in the castle of a fantasy world ruined due to the long absence of a princess. The main character, who for some reason wanders into the castle, will attempt to revive the obsolete palace in order to return to the world she once belonged. Players will be able to dress their character, decorate various rooms, and take Princess Lessons in form of mini-games.
You can take a look at the trailer and the debut commercial after the break.
Pokemon’s Wild Area Search website is now live
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The Wild Area Search site is now available in Japanese. The site is used to explore the Wild Area and see some examples of the Pokemon that can be found there. There’s a feature where you can also zoom in and watch short clips of Pokemon found in various areas. You can view the site for yourself here.
More: Gamefreak, Pokemon Shield, Pokemon Sword
Famitsu’s most wanted games – November 10, 2019
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. This week, Pokemon remains at #3 while Animal Crossing: New Horizons is back in the top five.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between October 24 and October 30.
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Nintendo not planning any price cuts currently, wants to sell Switch “for as long as possible”
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The topic of pricing was brought up during the Q&A session of Nintendo’s recent financial results briefing. In response, president Shuntaro Furukawa stressed that the company has no plans for any price cuts at this time.
Profitability was also mentioned as part of the same response. Nintendo hopes to improve in this area “by increasing the number of units sold and selling the Nintendo Switch family of hardware for as long as possible.”
According to Furukawa:
Nintendo president says Mario Kart Tour is off to a good start, looking to make it an appealing long-term app
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As far as downloads go, there’s no question that Mario Kart Tour is performing well. At the end of October, we heard that it was around 130 million downloads worldwide.
According to Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa, the game is off to a good start – and that includes earnings. He also highlighted the importance of making it an appealing app in the long-term with various mechanics and upcoming multiplayer functionality.
Furukawa noted:
