[Interview] Koei Tecmo on Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse – decision to remaster, updating the graphics, more
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Nintendo Everything was recently given the opportunity to speak with two key developers behind the new remaster of Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse: producer Yutaka Fukaya and director Makoto Shibata. The game will be launching on Switch next month after previously coming to Wii.
During out discussion, we touched on various topics such as the decision to remaster the title and release it in English for the first time, what it was like updating the graphics, and more. We even received a brief status update about the upcoming movie as well.
Here’s our full discussion:
Fatal Frame producer says brand new game could happen
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According to Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse producer Yutaka Fukaya, a brand new entry in the series is a possibility for the future.
The franchise has been going through a bit of a renaissance as of late. After Fatal Frame was missing in action for several years, Koei Tecmo brought back Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water for modern platforms in 2021. That’s now being followed up with a remaster of the Wii title Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse, which is leaving Japan for the first time.
Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse gets new trailer
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Original: Koei Tecmo uploaded a new trailer today for its remastered version of Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse for Switch. Fans can get another look at how the title has been updated compared to the Wii original – which never left Japan.
Here’s an overview of the game:
Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg announced for Switch
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Today, publisher Koei Tecmo and developer Gust announced Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg for Switch. Although it was first unveiled in a Japanese Nintendo Direct and wasn’t present elsewhere, we have confirmation that it’s arriving worldwide this summer.
Koei Tecmo will provide additional details during the Atelier Series 25th Anniversary Program #4. This will be happening on February 20.
Atelier Ryza 3 details World Quests, building, cooking; opening movie released
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During the Taipei Game Show 2023, Koei Tecmo and Gust Studios debuted new gameplay elements for Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key, including the first information detailing the new World Quests, along with building and cooking features. The opening movie and new artwork has also been released.
Here’s the latest information from Koei Tecmo:
Atelier Ryza 3 delayed to March
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Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key has been delayed, but thankfully the wait won’t be terribly long.
The RPG will now land on Switch and other platforms on March 24, 2023 (Japan will be getting it one day earlier). It was previously planned for February 22 in Japan and February 24 in North America and Europe.
In a statement, producer Junzo Hosoi said that Gust will be using the extra time to “fine-tune the final touches”. We have his full message below.
Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse gets new developer commentary video
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The new version of Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse is only a couple of months away, and Koei Tecmo is now providing a closer look with a developer commentary video. Original director Makoto Shibata shows off a segment of the “Rogetsu Hall” stage in the upcoming remaster.
Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse previously released on Wii, but only in Japan. The Switch edition marks the first time it’s seeing a worldwide launch.
Fate/Samurai Remnant announced for Switch
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Type-Moon and Koei Tecmo just announced Fate/Samurai Remnant. The upcoming project was revealed during the Fate Project New Year’s Eve TV Special 2022.
The game is officially described as an action RPG. Other than that, not much else is known. However, we do have the first teaser trailer below.
More: Aniplex, Fate/Samurai Remnant, Koei Tecmo, top, Type-Moon
Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse Switch physical release confirmed for Asia with English support, pre-orders open
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Original (11/5): Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse will have a physical release on Switch in Asia that supports English, it’s been revealed.
In North America and Europe, the situation is different. The new Switch version of Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse will only be sold digitally in the west. That means if you’re interested in adding a physical copy to your collection, you’ll need to do so by importing the title from Asia. However, that shouldn’t be an issue for most fans since Switch is a region-free console.
Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes soundtrack to be released in Japan
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Original (11/30): After the main game previously launched on Switch, it’s now been announced that a soundtrack for Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes will be released in Japan.
The soundtrack will be comprised of four discs and 118 tracks. It’s set for release on March 22, 2023 with a price point of 4,950 yen.
Here’s the full Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes soundtrack song list:
