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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 4 Comments

Sonic Boom: Fire & Ice was showcased during one of SEGA’s recent Japanese live streams. Check out a recording of the gameplay below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 6 Comments

After teasing fans for quite some time, the next Sonic game from Sonic Team made its first appearance during the franchise’s 25th anniversary party Friday night. Project Sonic 2017 was given its first trailer, and NX was even confirmed as one of the project’s target platforms.

The video showed both Modern Sonic and Classic Sonic in action. Does that mean SEGA intends to make the title as a follow-up sorts to Sonic Generations? Apparently not. Takashi Iizuka, a well-known developer inside Sonic Team, said that the new game is not a sequel. That would certainly rule out Sonic Generations 2!

Thanks to Jake for the tip.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 136 Comments

SEGA just wrapped up a party to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog. At the event, the series’ next 3D game was finally announced. Sonic Team is developing Project Sonic 2017.

Here’s the first trailer:

The YouTube trailer teaser, “When things look their darkest, even heroes need a helping hand.” Project Sonic 2017 appears to feature both Modern Sonic and Classic Sonic, similar to that of Sonic Generations.

Project Sonic 2017 launches Holiday 2017. It should receive a proper title before then.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 6 Comments

Various Sonic games are now on sale through the North American Wii U and 3DS eShops. You can save on 3D Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, Sonic Lost World, and more.

The full lineup is as follows:

3DS

3D Sonic the Hedgehog – $2.99 (was $5.99)
3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2 – $4.19 (was $5.99)
Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed – $11.99 (was $29.99)
Sonic Boom: Shattered Crystal – $14.99 (was $39.99)
Sonic Generations – $11.99 (was $29.99)
Sonic Lost World – $14.99 (was $29.95)
Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble – $2.49 (was $4.99)

Wii U

Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed – $11.99 (was $29.95)
Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric – $14.99 (was $29.99)
Sonic Lost World – $14.99 (was $29.95)

These deals are valid until 8:59 AM PT / 11:59 AM ET on July 28.

Source: Wii U / 3DS eShops

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 1 Comment

After debuting in Japan last October, 7th Dragon III Code: VFD headed to North America earlier this week. Take a look at a bunch of gameplay below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

7th Dragon III Code: VFD is now available in North America. You can pick up a copy from retail (and snag a neat art book in the process), or you can download it from the eShop. The latter option requires 12,747 blocks of free space, which amounts to 1593.375MB.

We reviewed 7th Dragon III Code: VFD last week. If you missed it, head on over here to read it in full.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments

SEGA / Atlus announced this past week that, going forward, Deep Silver will be publishing their games across Europe. It’ll begin with the likes of 7th Dragon III: Code VFD and Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse, with the relationship continuing in the future.

SEGA recently took to its official blog and commented on the situation further in a new post. Additionally, the publisher explained why it has chosen not to handle games internally through something like SEGA Europe.

Here’s the full response:

Stop me if you’ve heard this before:

“We’re working on it.”

It’s an oft-used PR phrase that people have come to see as a general throwaway response. And while I can’t speak for every case, I can at least tell you that when it comes to publishing SEGA Japanese IP games (and ATLUS’!) in Europe, it’s true. We are working on it. Or were, really, since we just inked a deal with Deep Silver to release multiple upcoming titles in Europe. Physical versions.

That means that 7th Dragon III Code: VFD will be coming to European regions as both a physical and digital title, which will be published by Deep Silver for the EU territory.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in 3DS, Reviews | 16 Comments

System: 3DS
Release date: July 12, 2016
Developer: SEGA
Publisher SEGA

Over 80 years have passed since the terrible events of the year 2020, where Tokyo was left severely dilapidated by the vicious attacks of Dragons. To some, it is just a legend, seeing as there weren’t very many survivors. But to others, it is a very serious issue in which an organization known as ISDF want to prevent future attacks, as well as travel through time with the help of some trainees who win a Dragon-hunting simulation contest to put a stop to these monsters for good. In a world where Dragons were thought to be practically extinct, Tokyo gets a very bad wakeup call in which no more time can be wasted. With eight classes and a variety of moves and teams to make, 7th Dragon III: Code VFD puts you in charge of ridding the world of these Dragons and saving humanity once and for all.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Videos | 0 comments

SEGA published a full trailer for 7th Dragon III Code: VFD ahead of its North American release on Tuesday. We have it below.

SEGA also announced today that all upcoming DLC quests for 7th Dragon III Code: VFD will be free for the first week following their release.

Here’s the rundown on the additional DLC quests, their release timing, and non-promotional week pricing:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 10 Comments

Atlus and NIS America’s partnership recently ended. While some were concerned about what this would mean for Atlus games in Europe, the company has struck a deal with a new partner.

A collaboration has been announced today to have Deep Silver publish multiple Atlus and SEGA titles across European and PAL territories. Physical and digital versions of 7th Dragon III Code: VFD, Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse, and Persona 5 will be made available.

Dr. Klemens Kundratitz, CEO of Koch Media/Deep Silver, said of today’s news:

“We are delighted to have signed this publishing partnership and look forward to using all our pan-European publishing network to maximize the potential of the ATLUS and SEGA games.”

Atlus and SEGA’s Naoto Hiraoka also mentioned:

“In entering this partnership with Deep Silver, I am truly delighted we will be able to release our titles in the European regions. Not only does the deal span multiple titles, but Deep Silver has a strong presence in European and PAL retailers. They have a strong passion for being able to deliver physical games to our fans in those territories, which we hold in high regard.”

Dates for games have not yet been determined. It was also teased that additional titles are planned for the publishing deal.

Source: Atlus / SEGA PR

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