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Valkyria Chronicles III Extra Edition Announced, Screenshots Unveiled

Thursday, September 1st, 2011

An expanded edition of Valkyria Chronicles III is making its’ way to PSP. According to Andriasang, the Extra Edition brings ““three new episodes. Sega is also packing in some of the original’s download content, including two popular download missions and the content that was distributed to pre-orderers and mobile fan club members.”

Click here to see the first screenshots of the game in action.

A Western release of Valkyria Chronicles III still hasn’t happened so don’t keep your hopes up in regards to this new edition of the game. Sad face.

[Source: SEGAShiro]

Samurai Blood Show Released for iOS

Thursday, September 1st, 2011

SEGA have released a new iOS game. It’s called Samurai Blood Show and tower defence title with card-based elements of play.

Destructoid describes it in further detail: “The game blends card-based combat with tower-defense gameplay for some interesting results. Infantry cards possess their own strengths and weaknesses, and different offensive and defensive abilities. Moreover, different infantry types have varying movement options. You’ll be able to reposition your infantry during battle at the cost of gold. This not only adds a lot more flexibility to your strategies, but makes the game feel like a more fast-paced version of chess….Visually, the game is quite a looker. Using ancient Japanese art scrolls as inspiration, the look of the classic emaki paintings are accurately replicated and make the game look as if you are watching a painting come to life.”

The game is available now but is NOT available in English. This game is only in Japanese despite being released worldwide.

[Source: SEGAShiro]

Some of SEGA’s TGS Line-Up Revealed

Thursday, September 1st, 2011

SEGA will be showing the following games at the Tokyo Game Show:

Binary Domain (PS3/360)
Rhythm Thief & The Emperor’s Treasure (3DS)
Hatsune Miku Project Diva Extend (PSP)
Phantasy Star Online 2 (PC)
7th Dragon 2020 (PSP)
Anarchy Reigns (PS3/360)
Sonic Generations (PS3/3DS)
Phantasy Star Online 2 (PC)
Yakuza: Black Panther 2 (PSP)

So that’s another 2 games announced! A new 7th Dragon game is coming to PSP (the original was released on DS and was Japan-only) and ANOTHER Hatsune Miku game is making its’ way to PSP.

[Source: SEGAShiro]

SEGA Announce Brick People For iOS

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

SEGA have just revealed a new iOS title called Brick People. The game originated as a Japan exclusive arcade game and has now been ported to iOS devices.

The game was originally played with a set of actual bricks that you placed in front of the video screen. The concept is still the same except you now use a set of virtual bricks that you manouvre with the touch-screen.

Full details from the press release:

•Tactile Gameplay: Build towers and bridges for the Brick People by pulling bricks from the stack and dropping them into place, using the iOS’ multi-touch interface
•Build with a Buddy: Compete head-to-head via Wi-Fi to out-build your friends, or compete on a single device in the iPad version
•See How You Stack Up: Build your Brick People reputation by going for high scores on the Game Center leaderboards, and tweet your tallest towers

A release date has not been revealed at this time.

[Source: SEGA Blogs]

First Black Leopard: New Yakuza Chapter 2 Screens

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

SEGAbits have just uploaded a small selection of artwork and screenshots of the newly announced Black Leopard: New Yakuza Chapter 2 for PSP.

Check out the gallery by clicking this link.

Black Leopard: New Yakuza Chapter 2 is due for release in Spring 2012 for PSP. Both games are Japan only with no word on a Western release at this time.

[Source: SEGAbits]

Radiant Silvergun XBLA Version Released September 14th

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

The Treasure developed shoot-em-up Radiant Silvergun that was originally released on the SEGA Saturn will be released on the X-Box Live Arcade September 14th 2011. It will cost 1200 points and it is NOT being published by SEGA.

This will be the first time the game has made it to the West and is easily the most affordable way to play it next to importing a Japanese Saturn copy for well over £80 (yikes!).

[Source: Eurogamer]

Yakuza 5 and Black Leopard: New Yakuza Chapter 2 Announced

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

SEGA has announced it will forming a new Yakuza Studio that will be lead by Toshihiro Nagoshi. While its’ first game will be Binary Domain, they are also responsible for the development of 2 new Yakuza titles.

“What are these two new Yakuza titles?” I hear you ask. Well it’s none other than Yakuza 5 and a sequel to Black Leopard: New Yakuza Chapter; the PSP spin-off that debuted last year.

Yakuza 5 is reported to be in its’ early stages of development, but Black Leopard: New Yakuza Chapter 2 is already confirmed for a Spring 2012 release in Japan.

[Source: Eurogamer]

Rhythm Phantom Thief R Coming To The West As Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

The recently announced 3DS rhythm game Rhythm Phantom Thief R: Inheritance of the Emperor Napoleon is getting a Western release under the name of Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure!

Here’s the full press release from SEGA:

LONDON & SAN FRANCISCO (August 30th, 2011) – SEGA® Europe Ltd. and SEGA® of America, Inc. today announced Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure™ exclusively for Nintendo 3DS™. In Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure, players are immersed in the mysterious rhythmic adventure in the city of Paris, recreated in stunning 3D vision on the Nintendo’s new handheld console. Pump up the tempo in early 2012 with the most mysterious musical adventure to hit the Nintendo 3DS yet.

“Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure blends rhythm, puzzles and a compelling story set in one of the world’s most exciting cities in a way that has never been seen before,” says Gary Knight, Senior Vice President of Marketing at SEGA Europe and SEGA of America. “This unique blend makes creative use of the Nintendo 3DS’ technology, offering an engaging, challenging and most importantly fun experience throughout.”

Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure sees players enter the secret life of Raphael, infamous among Parisians as an honourable thief for stealing famous works of art only to return it days later. Dive into Raphael’s world and help him find the Wristlet of Tiamat to unmask the mystery behind his father’s disappearance. Whilst unravelling the truth players will encounter an assortment of different rhythm challenges to master. Tap the screen, swipe the Nintendo 3DS stylus and control the gyro to the beat of the music to manoeuvre Raphael through the unique streets of Paris, brought to life by stylish animations and vibrant 3D maps and landscapes.

Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure offers a unique enjoyable single player experience, as well as toe-tapping multiplayer and uses the innovative StreetPass™ communication system. Unearth the clues hidden behind treasures scattered around Paris, call on your sense of rhythm and use all your puzzle solving skills to help Raphael get to the bottom of the mystery.

For more information, please visit the official site at www.sega.com/rhythmthief.

[Source: SEGA]

Japan Exclusive Sonic Anniversary Shirts Make Us Jealous

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

The Japanese cult clothing store Cospa is releasing 2 Sonic shirts as a part of the 20th anniversary celebrations. Cospa has released Sonic shirts in the past and they’re always stunning.

You can see both designs by clicking here.

That Sonic Generations Green Hill shirt is rather tasty! Damn you Cospa! Release your shirts in the West! Seriously though, Cospa is an incredible store for cult clothing. If you ever find yourself in Shibuya, Tokyo then you should pay a visit!

[Source: The Sonic Stadium]

New Rhythm Phantom Thief R Screenshots

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

SEGAbits via Andriasang have uploaded a tonne of new Rhythm Phantom Thief R screenshots.

Click here to be taken straight to the gallery.

I’m really warming to this game’s graphical style. It strikes me as very Dreamcast-era SEGA; thumbs up!

[Source: SEGAbits]

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