New details have come in about the story content included in the 3DS version of Dragon Quest VIII. You can find that information in our summary below.

– The protagonist and crew found out about a place that got cursed by the jester Dhoulmagus
– The crew have decides to go on a trip to find a way to get rid of the curse, but they then come across a certain secret of Dhoulmagus’
– Need to figure out its mystery
– Find out more about Dhoulmagus and his curs by going around talking to people who might know more about the case, including a drama that involves the kidnapping of a casino owner
– The castle has fallen into a dark atmosphere, where everyone appears to be sad
– While going after Dhoulmagus, the protagonist will also learn about a certain secret behind the royal family
– Dungeons are filled with all kinds of setups
– That also goes for the ice labyrinths, where you’ll need to get your way across some slippery floors
– Friends will always be there to back you up while exploring these dungeons
– Can talk to them during your adventure for random conversations or hints on what to do or where to go next

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Aikatsu! My No. 1 Stage boxart

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Bandai Namco has revealed the boxart for Aikatsu! My No. 1 Stage. Check it out above.

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More screenshots from The Great Ace Attorney

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Capcom issued another round of screenshots from The Great Ace Attorney. View them in the gallery below.

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Japan gets new Fire Emblem Fates and Animal Crossing 3DS themes

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A batch of new 3DS themes were made available in Japan yesterday, but a few more have launched today. There are two based on Fire Emblem Fates and another one featuring Animal Crossing. Pricing for each is set at 200 yen.

View some videos for the different themes below.

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Kyary Pamyu Pamyu returns for new Animal Crossing: New Leaf commercial

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To promote the launch of the New 3DS in Japan, Nintendo brought in singer/model Kyary Pamyu Pamyu. She’s now back once again for an Animal Crossing: New Leaf commercial that will be airing in Japan. You can check it out below.

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Aikatsu! My No. 1 Stage! screenshots

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Famitsu posted the first screenshots from Aikatsu! My No. 1 Stage! to its website today. Check them out in the gallery below.

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Super Sonico in Production, Toushin Toshi pulled from the Japanese eShop due to Imageepoch closure

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With the closure of Imageepoch, two of the company’s games have been removed from the 3DS eShop. Super Sonico in Production and Toushin Toshi are no longer available digitally. At least those who purchased them previously can still access these titles from the eShop!

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