Image & Form has posted a new video in its SteamWorld-related video series. In the latest episode below, the studio discusses SteamWorld Heist’s release date, New 3DS improvements, languages, regions, soundtrack and more.

Here’s the full lineup of topics:

– December release regions and languages
– New 3DS features (C-stick support, 60 FPS on New 3DS)
– New Game+
– Hats
– Soundtrack
– Easter eggs
– Gameplay basics

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Story of Seasons is releasing slightly earlier than expected in Europe. Nintendo has re-dated the title for December 31, up from the previously-announced one of January 8.

The company wrote on Twitter:

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Level-5 is keeping the Yo-kai Watch promotional train going with four more videos for its games. Below you’ll find commercials for Yo-kai Watch Dance: Just Dance Special Version as well as Yo-kai Watch Busters.

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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:

01./00. [PS4] Star Wars: Battlefront (Electronic Arts) {2015.11.19} (¥8.424) – 123.908 / NEW
02./00. [PS4] Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book # (Koei Tecmo) {2015.11.19} (¥7.344) – 30.759 / NEW
03./00. [PSV] Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book # (Koei Tecmo) {2015.11.19} (¥6.264) – 25.805 / NEW
04./00. [PSV] Omega Labyrinth (D3 Publisher) {2015.11.19} (¥7.344) – 25.113 / NEW
05./00. [WIU] Animal Crossing: amiibo Festival (Nintendo) {2015.11.21} (¥6.480) – 20.303 / NEW
06./01. [PS4] Call of Duty: Black Ops III # (Sony Computer Entertainment) {2015.11.06} (¥8.532) – 19.355 / 206.801 (-56%)
07./00. [PS4] Sword Art Online: Game Director’s Edition (Bandai Namco Games) {2015.11.19} (¥8.640) – 18.342 / NEW
08./04. [WIU] Splatoon # (Nintendo) {2015.05.28} (¥6.156) – 17.681 / 802.117 (-16%)
09./00. [3DS] Sumikko Gurashi: Omise Hajimerundesu (Nippon Columbia) {2015.11.19} (¥5.184) – 16.464 / NEW
10./07. [3DS] Yo-Kai Watch Busters: Red Cat Team / White Dog Squad (Level 5) {2015.07.11} (¥4.968) – 14.700 / 1.744.440 (-6%)
11./08. [WIU] Super Mario Maker # (Nintendo) {2015.09.10} (¥6.156) – 13.184 / 391.793 (+6%)
12./00. [PSV] Girl Friend Beta: Kimi to Sugosu Natsuyasumi # (Bandai Namco Games) {2015.11.19} (¥7.171) – 12.959 / NEW
13./00. [PS3] Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book # (Koei Tecmo) {2015.11.19} (¥7.344) – 11.542 / NEW
14./05. [3DS] Disney Magic World 2 # (Bandai Namco Games) {2015.11.05} (¥6.145) – 11.530 / 104.959 (-41%)
15./00. [PSV] Grand Kingdom (Spike Chunsoft) {2015.11.19} (¥6.998) – 10.720 / NEW
16./00. [3DS] Pokemon Rumble World (Pokemon Co.) {2015.11.19} (¥3.996) – 10.120 / NEW
17./03. [PS4] Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate (Ubisoft) {2015.11.12} (¥9.072) – 7.247 / 39.325 (-77%)
18./12. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition (Sony Computer Entertainment) {2015.03.19} (¥2.592) – 7.182 / 404.329 (+4%)
19./02. [3DS] Project X Zone 2: Brave New World # (Bandai Namco Games) {2015.11.12} (¥7.171) – 7.050 / 47.995 (-83%)
20./11. [3DS] The Legend of Zelda: TriForce Heroes (Nintendo) {2015.10.22} (¥5.076) – 5.909 / 100.045 (-23%)

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A new tidbit of information about a pair of Pokemon were shared on the series’ website today. Specifically, we have some… interesting news about Machoke and Machamp.

Both characters don’t actually wear pants. Instead, the what you see are markings, meaning Machamp or Machoke don’t wear pants as many had assumed.

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Columbus Circle is coming out with the first Famicom title in 21 years. In Japan, “8 Bit Music Power” is arriving on January 31 for 3,800 yen.

8 Bit Music Power features a collection of old-fashioned chiptunes packaged in an original Famicon cartridge. 12 pieces of music composed by videogame sound creators will be included.

Those who are interested in 8 Bit Music Power for the NES would need an adapter to play it. However, it’s possible that the title will eventually leave Japan, assuming there’s enough interest.

A spokesperson told the Wall Street Journal:

“This was just a project among old Nintendo fans around us. We were surprised at the overwhelming reaction we’ve received. Fans and major retailers in the U.S. asked us to make the product available there.”

Columbus Circle also said it plans to make more Famicon cartridges, including new games for the system.

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A listing found on the eShop revealed a December 10 release date for Petit Novel series – Harvest December in Europe. As it turns out, this date applies to North America as well.

Western publisher Circle Entertainment officially confirmed on Twitter that Petit Novel series – Harvest December is due out on December 10 in both regions. The company also said that 13 episodes will be included in the download.

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Pokemon Picross will be coming to Japan on December 2, a day earlier than other regions. The game will have a file size of 95MB, which translates to 740 blocks.

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Another weapon is being added to Splatoon free of charge: the Slosher Machine will be available at the usual times today / tomorrow (morning in Japan, nighttime in Europe and evening in North America). It comes with Splat Bombs as a sub weapon and Splat Bomb Rush as the special weapon. Take a look at the new weapon in the gallery below.

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A new character trailer for Genei Ibun Roki #FE has been posted on YouTube. The video highlights Maiko Shimazaki who is the  president of the talent agency Fortuna Entertainment. Check it out below.

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