Zangetsu no Sakyuu – Acquire’s 3D RPG coming to Switch in Japan
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A new dungeon crawling 3D RPG will be arriving on Switch in Japan from Acquire. Check out the details below as translated by Gematsu:
Dungeons and monsters are depicted in monotone by Japanese-style ink brush painting. Gameplay systems are said to be a return to the roots of hack-and-slash.
Acquire plans to first release free version of Zangetsu no Sakyuu that users can play to some extent. If they enjoy it, they can then purchase the full version.
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Akiba’s Trip: Hellbound & Debriefed coming to Switch
Posted on 4 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Akiba’s Trip, an action-RPG, first released on PSP nearly a decade ago. A remaster titled “Hellbound & Debriefed” was then revealed last year. Retailer listings have now popped up in Japan with a May 20 release date, and it’s also been confirmed that a Switch version is happening.
A bonus clear sticker will be offered as a first-print bonus in Japan. There will also be a “10th Anniversary” Edition for 8,778 yen, which contains a 40-page full color visual book “Akiba’s 10 Years of Memory,” a reprint of the 132-page unbranded gameplay guide “Akiba’s Trip Official Complete Guide,” and the two-disc soundtrack “Akiba’s Trip 1st Complete Soundtracks.”
Here’s an overview of Akiba’s Trip: Hellbound & Debriefed, along with a trailer:
Katana Kami: A Way of the Samurai Story – New trailer featuring father and daughter Dojima & Nanami
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The new trailer from Spike Chunsoft and Acquire features father and daughter pair Gunji Dojima and Nanami Dojima. The duo introduce the game’s swordplay action, sword upgrades, prostration, multiplayer, and more.
Katana Kami: A Way of the Samurai Story arrives worldwide on Switch on February 20.
Katana Kami: A Way of the Samurai Story details and screenshots – bodyguards, accessories, outfits
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Screenshots, Switch | 0 comments
Spike Chunsoft published a new batch of details and screenshots for Katana Kami: A Way of the Samurai Story today. The latest update covers bodyguards, accessories, and outfits.
Here’s the full roundup, courtesy of Gematsu:
Katana Kami: A Way of the Samurai Story details and screenshots – side activities, early dungeons
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Screenshots, Switch | 0 comments
Spike Chunsoft has published the latest information and screenshots for Katana Kami: A Way of the Samurai Story. Today’s update covers the action RPG’s side activities as well as early game dungeons.
Here’s the full rundown, courtesy of Gematsu:
Katana Kami: A Way of the Samurai Story releasing 2-20-20 in Japan
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Publisher Spike Chunsoft and developer Acquire have announced that Katana Kami: A Way of the Samurai Story finally has a release date for both digital and physical copies (Steam, Switch, and PS4) in Japan: February 20th, 2020. The price is listed at 3,980 yenThe retail listing for the game was also updated, which you can check out after the break.
Katanakami: new screenshots and combat details
Posted on 5 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Screenshots, Switch | 0 comments
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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Katanakami details – story, gameplay
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Following its announcement at the Tokyo Game Show, Spike Chunsoft and Acquire have issued some new details for Katanakami. Today’s update covers the game’s story and gameplay elements.
Here’s the full rundown, courtesy of Siliconera:
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First Katanakami footage
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During a live stream event today at the Tokyo Game Show, Dengeki debuted the first footage from the newly-unveiled Katanakami, a spin-off of the Way of the Samurai series. Check out the full recording below.
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Way of the Samurai spin-off Katanakami announced for Switch
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
At the Tokyo Game Show today, Spike Chunsoft and Acquire announced Katanakami. This is a new action RPG that acts as a spin-off to the Way of the Samurai series.
Here’s the debut trailer:
