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Phantasy Star Portable 2 coming this winter
A forum post on NeoGAF reveals that Sega will be releasing a budget priced Phantasy Star Portable this October. Included with the package comes a UMD which contains a three-episode story feature which covers the story called Phantasy Star Universe Chronicle.
Surprisingly, the opening cinematic for Phantasy Star Portable 2 of the game will also be included with the said UMD. This is the first time we’re hearing of a sequel or the game. The packaging mentions that the game is due for release this winter in Japan. No other information is present at the time.
via NeoGAF
Shadow of Destiny PSP port coming to US, à la ESRB
An ESRB listing of the Shadow of Destiny port for the PlayStation Portable reveals that the game will be getting a North American release. The game was rated Teen for Alcohol Reference, Animated Blood, and Violence. Nothing official from Konami says anything about the release, but at least we know that it’s definitely on its way.
The Japanese version is set to debut on October 1st, so it could be possible that it’ll be released not too far after. Unfortunately, no word on a European or Australian release yet.
[Thanks, Leland!]
Warriors Orochi 2 dated, new website
The PlayStation Portable port of the hack-n-slash Warriors Orochi 2 has gone gold, and Koei has slapped an August 25th release date for the title. To hype things up a bit more, Koei has also released a nice little mini website for the game, featuring music tracks and videos from the game.
The differences between the port and the original console version is that the portable version will have new playable characters, ad-hoc wireless multiplayer, co-op modes, and 12 new scenarios in Dream Mode.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars – Republic Heroes launch trailer
The television series game tie-in, Star Wars: The Clone Wars – Republic Heroes has a new launch trailer, straight from last weekend’s San Diego Comic-Con. I’ve only watched the Clone Wars cartoon once, and I didn’t exactly fall in love with the show, but I know there are fans who will enjoy this game.
LucasArts will be releasing the game onto shelves on October 6th, as opposed to a September 15th release announced back in May. The game will be published on every current generation console, including the PC and PS2.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky dated for US
Nintendo of America has announced that Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky will be seeing an October 13th release date, as opposed to the September 23rd date we saw back in E3.
The game will have the option to play as one of 19 different Pokémon, which will allow you to interact with over 490 Pokémon.
Explorers of Sky was released in Japan last April, and will be hitting Europe later this year, followed by a 2010 Australian release.
Space Invaders Infinity Gene
Space Invaders has been around seemingly forever making its arcade debut all the way back in 1978.
Well, the times have changed a bit and now the game is ready to make it’s way onto the iPhone/iPod touch via the App Store. The latest title will be called Space Invaders Infinity Gene and will take the classic title and give it a new age spin.
You can pick up Space Invaders Infinity Gene now for the iPhone/iPod touch off the App Store for $4.99.
via Joystiq
More UFC games announced, coming to Wii and handhelds
The recent record June quarter results announced today by THQ have lead the publishers to expand their UFC franchise to other consoles. The financial success of last month was primarily driven by UFC: Undisputed, so it’s no question that it would be in the best interest to release the game for the Wii and handheld systems, which have been dominating the market lately.
No word on a date for the Wii version, or specifics on which handheld platforms will be developed for.
Along with the port, THQ also announced that the series will become an annual franchise, meaning a new game for the series will be released every year, with new gameplay features and modes. Hopefully the game will not turn into another Madden.
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 Comic-Con 2009 trailer
Comic-Con has been over for a few days, but the media keeps on rolling in. Today, we get our hands on a new Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 trailer. The video features all of your favorite comic book heroes and villains.
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 will be hitting stores September 15th for the Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, Wii, and Xbox 360. Be sure to check out some of the attractive 3D screenshots while you’re in the comic book mood.
Resident Evil 4 hits App Store for iPhone/iPod touch
Early this month we let you know that Capcom was gearing up to launch an iPhone/iPod touch port of their popular Resident Evil 4 title. Well, the day has come as the game has officially been spotted on the App Store for $7.99.
Despite its somewhat high price (for an app, anyways) this game is sure to be a hit because well, it is Resident Evil 4 after all, right?
via Joystiq
Spore Hero Arena debut trailer
Monkey Island now on App Store
After all the teasing by LucasArts, The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition has finally hit the App Store today. This means you can download the game for both the iPhone and iPod Touch.
According to the publisher, the portable version has the same improvements as the Xbox Live and PC versions of the game, including new visuals, voice acting, etc. I’m sure that there will be a few minor differences between the ports, seeing as the iPhone OS capability isn’t as powerful as its counterparts, but it’s still the game we all love.
You can download Monkey Island for $7.99.
via QJ
First NBA LIVE 10 trailer hits the web
EA Sports has recently been kind enough to give us the first video insight of their forthcoming basketball title, NBA Live 10.
As you can see from the trailer, NBA Live 10 will feature beautiful graphics, amazing physics and true-to-the-game gameplay.
PSP Go almost has two analog sticks
When I first got picked up my original PSP years one of my biggest gripes was the fact that it had only 1 analog stick. Several hardware upgrades later, and still no second analog stick.
Now, with PSP Go rumors circulating I had my fingers crossed that perhaps Sony would finally add that much sought after stick. Then came the pictures, and nope, no stick. However, according to a recent Game Informer, the control scheme was considered.
Below is a quote from Sony Worldwide Studios’ President, Shuheu Yoshida:
We also felt — like many users — that we wish we had a second analog on the PSP. But we are talking about the mid-life cycle of this platform, and the PSPgo is designed to be perfectly compatible with the PSP-3000 and all the games that released before that. So we had a very serious discussion about this particular subject, but we decided not to add a second analog, and some of the developers are doing quite a nice job translating the second analog functionality to different buttons. We didn’t want to divert their efforts either.
Does this mean we can expect 2 analog sticks on the PSP 2/PSP Go 2/whatever they decide to call it? Let’s hope so.
via Kotaku
New Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 screenshots, now in 3D
Activision is rolling out some new interactive 3D screenshots for the upcoming Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2. Featured in the screenshots is the GameStop pre-order exclusive character Juggernaut, along with Songbird, Deadpool, Iron Fist, Thor and the Human Torch.
The sequel to the first action RPG title is built on the same premise, but features improvements to gameplay along with an array of new and updated comic book characters.
Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 is set fly into North American stores this fall for the Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, Wii, and Xbox 360. Make the jump for the rest of the rotational screens.
Valkyria Chronicles 2 website launched, new media
The official Japanese website for Sega’s Valkyria Chronicles 2 has launched recently, and along with the site comes some new screenshots for the game. Most of the content as of now is purely Japanese text, so you won’t benefit from it unless you can read Kanji.
Featured on the site is a blog which contains said screenshots, and an information page explaining the game’s concept. While you can’t expect the game to look as good as its home console counterpart, for the most part it looks impressive.
Valkyria Chronicles is slated for a winter release in Japan, with no planned release date in any other part of the world.
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