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GameStop Anticipates $7.5B in Sales From the NX in its First Two Years
In a recent release from GameStop via their corporate twitter account they had this to say about the Nintendo NX
GameStop seems to be extremely optimistic about the Nintendo NX, anticipating it to bring in half the sales of that of the Wii in the systems first two years on the market. This information comes in after GameStop lays out a plan to get into the Virtual Reality market. While it’s good to see that GameStop is optimistic, it should be taken with a grain of salt, after all they also believed the Wii U would take off to be the next big thing as well. However it may be safe to assume GameStop may be privileged to some information on the NX that has not been disclosed to the public yet, sparking this level of optimism from them.
Nintendo expects to fully unveil the NX at a press event later this year. We will keep you posted on any official news about the NX as it develops.
Senran Kagura Shinovi Versus Launches on Steam June 1
XSEED has confirmed today that Senran Kagura Shinovi Versus will be available on PC through Steam on June 1st. Originally a PS Vita exclusive, you can now enjoy the high action experience on PC for the low price of $29.99. XSEED is boasting a smooth 60fps and high definition “visuals” in this version of the game.If you pick up the game in the launch week on Steam, you get the launch discount of 10% off. Senran Kagura Shinovi Versus is one of two games XSEED will be bringing to PC this summer, the other being Little King’s Story.
Phoenix Wright:Ace Attorney-Spirit of Justice Launches This September, Digital Release Only
Today Capcom has announced that the latest installment of the Ace Attorney series, Phoenix Wright:Ace Attorney-Spirit of Justice will be hitting the North American and European eShop this September. The game’s price is set to be $29.99 / £24.99 / €29.99. Here are some of the first english screenshots of the game.
While it’s a bit of a shame that Spirit of Justice is getting the same digital only treatment as Dual Destinies did, it’s good to see that this game is coming to the west. We will be covering any more news of this game as it breaks.
Persona 5 Hits Japan 9/15, New Trailer and Limited Edition Announced
This morning Atlus came out with a lot of Persona 5 news. Which includes a much awaited release date (for Japan only, western fans will have to wait) and a limited edition celebrating the series 20th Anniversary.
The limited edition will come with all sorts of soundtracks, DLC and a artbook to celebrate the series 20th Anniversary.
It has also been confirmed Persona 5 will also be at E3 this year. So be on the lookout for a western release date in the near future! In the meantime indulge yourself on latest Persona 5 trailer!
Megadimension Neptunia VII Hits Steam This Summer
The latest entry in the Hyperdimension Neptunia series, Megadimension Neptunia VII is making its way to Steam this summer.
Megadimension Neptunia VII brings the next-gen battle to Steam this summer! Originally launched on the PlayStation®4 system, now PC players can enjoy the features enjoyed in the original – including new characters, three worlds to save and three stories to play, a powerful transformation mode, an updated battle system, and a new dungeon minigame! The PC version comes with the option for a smooth-as-pudding 60fps experience and the original Japanese voiceover, with bundles of the original DLC available for purchase!
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It seems like Idea Factory is continuing the trend of bringing Neptunia games to PC several months after their console counterpart. Its a good thing to see more people will get a chance to play, what I think, is the best game in the series to date. To read our full review on the PS4 version click here.
Hatsune Miku Project Diva X Launches August 30
Hatsune Miku Project Diva X Launches August 30th on the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita. The game will launch for $49.99 and $39.99 respectively.
Pre-order either version of the game and you get your very own Hatsune Miku pouch designed with many symbols from the game!
In Project DIVA X, players help Miku and her friends sing and dance their way through five Clouds that comprise their world! Each Cloud has its own unique aura — Classic, Cool, Cute, Elegant, and Quirky — that will offer different challenges for players to fulfill. Moreover, the auras of the 30 new and classic songs they perform, and the nearly 300 modules (costumes) they’ll wear, will have an important impact on the many different challenges.There’s also a new Concert Editor feature, which allows players to take on the role of producer by customizing their own shows with unlocked songs, modules, and accessories! And just as was announced for the Japanese version, the Concert Editor’s Live View mode will support PlayStation VR!Support will be enabled after the launch of PSVR as a free digital update.In between bouts of intense rhythm gameplay fueled entirely by the creative, collaborative Miku community, players can interact with Miku and her friends and forge relationships!-PR
Nintendo Has Shipped 4.27M Copies of Splatoon
In the recent investor’s meeting from Nintendo, Nintendo was happy to report that Splatoon’s success continues to shine even as we approach the one year anniversary of the title. Nintendo has reported that they have shipped 4.27 million copies of Splatoon.
The driving factor behind Wii U hardware sales over the fiscal year ended March 2016 was Splatoon, released in May of last year. Strong sales have continued into 2016, leading us to ship 4.27 million units worldwide in this fiscal year. This title started off with early appeal among core gamers and has gradually spread to the young consumer and female demographics, providing an excellent illustration of Nintendo’s strengths.
Splatoon is also still extremely popular in Japan, with currently 1.49 Million units sold, and with 790,000 players participating in the most recent Splatfest in Japan alone.
Nintendo has also reported that in Japan alone the Splatoon Amiibos have sold near 1 Million units.
It’s really good to see a new IP from Nintendo taking off extremely well like this. It will be interesting to see how sales continue to grow, and what future the series has.
Rare Shows Us Project Dream
Former developers at Rare sit down and talk about the long lost RPG Project Dream that started as an SNES game to a N64 game finally to Banjo-Kazooie. It’s quite interesting to see just how much a game can change over the course of its development time.
It will be interesting to see if Sea of Thieves will take any inspiration from the original Project Dream aspect. Sea of Thieves will launch on Xbox One and PC sometime next year.
Dementium Remastered Haunts the 3DS eShop on 12/3
The Nintendo DS cult classic Dementium returns with a fresh coat of paint on the Nintendo eShop next month with Dementium Remastered! Glad to see Renegade Kid is bringing back this cult classic to the 3DS eShop! The game will be available on December 3rd! Be sure to check it out when it arrives!
Odin Sphere Leifthrasir’s “Storybook” Edition Announced
Yesterday Atlus teased us about a new Limited Edition heading our way, and today we finally learn what that is!
Behold the Odin Sphere Lifthrasir “Storybook” Edition! Atlus touts it as their largest Limited Edition to date! Heres what it includes:
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64-page Hardcover Art Book – Filled with the original drawings from the legendary George Kamitani and Vanillaware.
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Potion Recipe T-shirt – This large-size t-shirt is emblazoned with a helpful reminder of one of the more common uses of Alchemy in Odin Sphere Leifthrasir: turning the living Mandragora plant creatures (Habaneristos, in this case) into potions vital for survival.
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Collector’s Metal Slipcase – The PS4 game will come nestled in a special metal slipcase with the game’s key art on the front, and a not-yet-revealed image on the reverse.
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Art Print – Also included with the game will be a high-quality art print with another not-yet-revealed (but different) design.
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Premium Outer Box – All the contents in the premium edition will be packaged in a large, sturdy outer box.
This version of the game is exclusive to PS4 and will retail for $79.99! This does indeed seem like Atlus’s biggest Limited Edition to date! It will be amazing to see how they top this one in the future!
However what of the PS3 and PS Vita versions of the game? Or the people who don’t want to spend the extra money on the Limited Edition? Well never fear our friends at Atlus have you covered!
The Launch Editions of the game comes with a soft cover art book with your purchase!
Odin Sphere Leifthrasir launches Spring 2016.
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