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SEGA Releases a New Batch of Screenshots for Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA X

In an earlier article we already showed you screenshots of some of the new songs and modules that can be found in SEGA’s upcoming rhythm game Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA X. SEGA of Japan have now released additional screenshots for the four songs and the medley featured in that article. You can view all of them below, grouped by their song!

Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X is scheduled for a release on the PS Vita in Japan on March 24, 2016 followed by a release on the PS4 in Fall 2016.

“The Name of the Sin” (Tsumi no namae), by ryo (Element: Neutral)

“The First Melody” (Hajimete no Oto), by malo (Element: Neutral)

“Crimson Leaf” (Akahitoha), by Kurousa-P (Element: Beauty)

“Identity” (Ai Dee), by Mitchie M (Element: Beauty)

Cool Medley – Cyber Rock Jam

7th Dragon III Code: VFD Localization Announced for North America!

SEGA has announced that they will be bringing 7th Dragon III Code: VFD to North America! The RPG franchise debuted on the Nintendo DS with 7th Dragon, with the following spinoff titles 7th Dragon 2020 and its sequel 7th Dragon 2020-II appearing on the PSP. Unfortunately none of these titles were localized for the West. 7th Dragon III Code: VFD, the latest (and said to be the final) game in the series was released on the Nintendo 3DS in Japan in October 2015. As such, it will be the first game in the series to make it to the West!

Like its predecessors, 7th Dragon III Code: VFD is a turn-based, dungeon crawling RPG that allows you to fully customize your characters. The story is set in 2100, and will have your characters travel through time in an attempt to save the world from invading dragons. The journey will take you to the kingdom of Atlantis (past), Tokyo (Present), and the land of Eden (future), We included part of SEGA’s press release, containing more details on the main features of the game:

  • A bleak world and engaging story – The year is 2100, dragons have invaded Earth and are ravaging the human race. As the protagonist, players must team up with “video game company” Nodens Enterprises to become a dragon hunter and save the universe.
  • Unique settings and time periods – Fortunately for humanity, Nodens Enterprises has found the key to tip the scales in favor of mankind. The protagonist must travel through time to three different eras — the mythical kingdom of Atlantis, futuristic capital of the land of Eden, and present-day Tokyo — in order to defeat the True Dragons and stand a chance against the most powerful one… the 7th Dragon: VFD.
  • A deep party system and character customization options – All characters are completely customizable from the get-go. Players will be joined by two squad members in the field, and have up to nine characters in their party. With eight classes (such as Samurai, God Hand, Rune Knight, and more), 40 voice options, and 96 appearance options, gamers will have plenty of options to develop the perfect dragon hunting team.
  • Base building with Nodens Enterprises HQ – Fighting dragons is tough work, but at least the team can recuperate at HQ where they can develop skills, collect side quests, and even go on dates. In addition, more floors such as a library, skylounge, and cat café can be added in order to improve HQ. Yes, you read that correctly, it says cat café.
  • Lots of dragons! – Although there are a variety of enemies to fight, it would be wise to be prepared for the myriad dragons you’ll face. It’ll take careful planning and strategy to defeat these dragons, so choosing the right squad — and right look — is paramount!

Of course, we at Segalization think it’s great to see SEGA finally start localizing more of their games! This franchise in particular was overlooked in the past, so seeing SEGA localize the latest game bodes well for the future.

The game is rated T by the ESRB. SEGA have launched an official website, and also released a batch of screenshots and a first trailer on Youtube, which you can find below! The game will be released both physically in retail stores and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for $39.99/CA$54.99. Unfortunately, there’s no word on whether or not the game will also be released in Europe. Let’s hope the game will make it there as well!

The Age of Dragons is Nigh in 7th Dragon III Code: VFD!

Atlus Shows the First English Trailer for Odin Sphere Leifthrasir (UPDATED)

Update: Atlus has posted a preview of the 64 page artbook that comes with every preorder of the game. We included the preview below!

Original article: Atlus has posted the first English trailer for Odin Sphere Leifthrasir, featuring the English voices for all the main characters. The game is a remake of the original Odin Sphere, running in 1080P and 60fps on the PlayStation 4, and contains new content and an overhaul of the gameplay mechanics. The game will also feature dual audio support, allowing you to switch between English and Japanese voices. You can take a look at the trailer below!

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First Project DIVA Arcade Future Tone PS4 Gameplay Video From Tokaigi Game Party Japan

The very first footage from Project DIVA Arcade Future Tone on PS4, taken from the Nico Nico live stream from the Tokaigi Game Party Japan this weekend, has surfaced on Youtube. It was recorded by Youtube users Feripe Hatsune (first video below, showing all of the gameplay footage) and LenTyrant•LIVE (second and third video, showing “Sweet Magic” and “Electro Saturator”). We included the videos below! Project DIVA Arcade Future Tone is scheduled to be released as a digital download on the Japanese PlayStation store in Spring 2016.

Full gameplay video (including Decorator)

[PS4] Sega Stage Conference 2016 DAY2 - Project DIVA Future Tone Gameplay

Sweet Magic

[PS4] スイートマジック Sweet Magic [Project Diva Arcade Future Tone] [GamePlay]

Electro Saturator

[PS4] エレクトロサチュレイタ electro saturator [Project Diva Arcade Future Tone] [GamePlay]

Source: Nico Nico live stream, via Gematsu.

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English Trophy List for Valkyria Chronicles Remastered Posted on Exophase

Exophase, a website specializing in trophy and achievement tracking, has revealed the entire English trophy list for the upcoming Valkyria Chronicles Remastered for PS4. The lack of trophies for the PS3 version of Valkyria Chronicles was something a lot of fans complained about, so its addition to the PS4 version is a welcome one. The trophies appear to match the achievements for the Steam version, although for the PS4 game they’re divided in bronze, silver, gold and platinum trophies. You can view the entire list here:

Gallian Medal of Honor (Bronze)
Obtain the decoration given to a Gallian who has performed exemplary service in a military or civilian office.

Fouzen Service Medal (Bronze)
Obtain the decoration given to participants in the battle to liberate Fouzen. A depiction of the city adorns this commemorative medal.

The Splintered Horn (Bronze)
Obtain the decoration presented to a squad or team to honor a fallen member. It stands among Gallia’s oldest decorations still issued.

Order of the Holy Shield (Bronze)
Obtain the decoration based on the Valkyrian shield, presented to a squad shown to have earned victory without a single casualty.

Order of the Holy Lance (Bronze)
Obtain the decoration based on the Valkyrian lance, presented to a squad shown to have earned victory with exceptional speed.

Savior of Gallia (Bronze)
Obtain the decoration given to a person who helped save Gallia in times of need. Awarded only four times thus far, once to General Gunther.

The Lance of Gallia (Bronze)
Obtain the decoration given to a soldier who has performed exceptionally, as by defeating an elite officer of the opposing army.

Naggiar Service Medal (Silver)
Obtain the decoration given to participants in the confrontation at Naggiar. A likeness of the plains adorns this commemorative medal.

The Bronze Arms of Gallia (Silver)
Obtain the decoration given to a squad that has defeated more than 250 enemies in the defense of their homeland.

The Golden Arms of Gallia (Silver)
Obtain the decoration given to Silver Arms awardees who have gone on to defeat a total of 1,000 enemies in the defense of their homeland.

Ghirlandaio Service Medal (Gold)
Obtain the decoration given to participants in the recapturing of Ghirlandaio. An image of the citadel adorns this commemorative medal.

The Silver Arms of Gallia (Gold)
Obtain the decoration given to Bronze Arms awardees who have gone on to defeat a total of 500 enemies in the defense of their homeland.

The Crimson Heart (Gold)
Obtain the decoration given to a soldier wounded in the line of duty. It stands among Gallia’s oldest honors still being presented.

Order of the Golden Wings (Gold)
Obtain the decoration presented to a squad that has reached exceptional levels of skill through training and battlefield experience.

The Wings of Solidarity (Gold)
Obtain the decoration given to all members of a squad that has displayed solidarity and excellence in teamwork.

Excellence in Leadership (Gold)
Obtain the decoration given to an officer who has demonstrated remarkable skill as a leader through mastery of the art of command.

Excellence in Armament (Gold)
Obtain the decoration presented to a squad shown to have procured a robust and effective arsenal through hard work and thorough development.

Excellence in Technology (Gold)
Obtain the decoration presented to a squad shown to have assembled exemplary tanks through tireless work and exhaustive development.

Gallian Front Commemorative (Gold)
Obtain the decoration made to celebrate the initial publication of the completed On the Gallian Front, given only to those it chronicles.

Randgriz Crest of Honor (Gold)
Obtain the decoration considered Gallia’s highest honor, begun by House Randgriz. Given only to heroes who demonstrate complete military mastery.

Valkyrie of the Battlefield (Platinum)
Obtain all decorations.

Valkyria Chronicles Remaster will be released on February 10th in Japan on the PlayStation 4. SEGA have also announced the game will be heading to the West in Spring 2016.

Source: Exophase, via Dualschockers

NISA Europe Opens Preorders for Stella Glow – The Launch Edition in the EU

This week, NISA Europe opened up preorders for Stella Glow – The Launch Edition for the Nintendo 3DS on their online store.

The launch edition contains the following items:

  • Stella Glow game
  • Hilda’s Crystal Garden Cloth Poster
  • Bubu Flexi-Charm (3″x3″)
  • 5-Track “Song Magic” soundtrack
  • Collectible Outer Box

NISA Europe Stella Glow

This edition contains the same items as the US launch edition, for the price of £44.99 GBP. Unfortunately the NISA Europe store still doesn’t support any currencies other than British Pound, but converted to Euro this is about €59 (or $64), not including shipping. Shipping costs within the EU depend on the country you’re shipping to, and can vary from £4.99 (€6.5) in the UK to £29.99 (€39) if you live in Greece.

When asked on their Facebook page, a NISA Europe representative confirmed that the Launch Edition is not a NISA Europe store exclusive, and it will also be made available on the Nintendo store early next week. It’s not clear if other stores will also have access to the Launch Edition, but Amazon apparently won’t as they’re selling the regular edition (price varies from £39.99 on Amazon UK, to €39.99 for Amazon Germany/France, with sometimes free shipping depending on the country of destination).

Stella Glow will be released in Europe on March 11th, 2016 and will be published by NISA Europe.

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You Can Now Play the 8-bit Version of Odin Sphere Leifthrasir

Back in 2015, Atlus announced that they would be releasing a browser-based version of Odin Sphere Leifthrasir, emulating the style of classics 8-bit games. Today, Atlus has released the game to the public, and you can play it on their official website. You play as Gwendolyn, and the goal is simply to survive as long as you can. As you defeat enemies you’ll gain experience and become stronger, but at the same time the enemies increase in number and strength as well.

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SEGA Releases New Project DIVA X Video to Celebrate Luka’s Birthday

To celebrate Vocaloid Luka’s birthday, SEGA of Japan have released a new gameplay video featuring two songs from Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA X: “Identity” (Ai Dee), by Mitchie M and “Crimson Leaf” (Akahitoha), by Kurousa-P. They’ve also released three wallpapers of Luka, which each show her character in a different design, depending on the game she was featured in (Project DIVA X, Project DIVA Arcade Future Tone and Project Mirai). You can view the wallpapers below. You can also get smaller resolutions (usable on your smartphone) of the wallpapers on the official SEGA feat. Hatsune Miku Project website, which received a new Luka theme for the occasion.

Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X will be released on the PS Vita in Japan on March 24, 2016 followed by a release on the PS4 in Fall 2016. At this point, there’s been no word from SEGA on whether or not the game will be localized. Nonetheless, there’s still a good chance the game will be released in the West, given that Project DIVA F, Project DIVA F2nd and Project Mirai DX were all localized for the English market.

【巡音ルカ】祝・7周年! ルカさんの麗しい姿を堪能できるPVできました。【初音ミク -Project DIVA- X】

Niconico version

Source: Official SEGA feat. Hatsune Miku Project website

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SEGA of Japan Releases New Web Commercial for Valkyria Chronicles Remaster

With the Japanese release date for Valkyria Chronicles Remaster nearby, SEGA of Japan have posted a new commercial for the game. It mostly consists of content we’ve already seen in earlier trailers (and in the original game), but there’s a bit of gameplay there as well. You can watch it below.

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Persona 4 Ultimax PlayStation Store Boxart

Persona 4 Arena Ultimax is Part of the Free PlayStation Plus Games Lineup in February

One of the benefits of the PlayStation Plus subscription is that you get access to a free list of games every month. In February last year, Yakuza 4 was part of that list. Today, Sony revealed the games that will be made available to PS Plus subscribers this February in both the US and the EU, and it contains an Atlus game, namely Persona 4 Arena Ultimax. This 2D fighting game from Atlus is the sequel to the original Persona 4 Arena, and both games were developed by Arc System Works (known for Guilty Gear and BlazBlue).

Despite being 2D fighting games at heart, both featured an unusually elaborate plot, set after the events of Persona 4. Told in the style of a visual novel, the stories featured most of the main characters of Persona 3 and Persona 4, and also introduced new ones. For that reason, for fans of the Persona series the game is almost worth playing for the story alone. That said, the story relies heavily on the player’s knowledge of the previous games, so not knowing the background story or the characters will likely make the story a lot less interesting.

I do find it a bit surprising that they picked the sequel (Ultimax) for the PS Plus lineup instead of the original Persona 4 Arena, which to my knowledge has not been made available for free on PS Plus before. After all, the story for Ultimax serves as a direct sequel to Persona 4 Arena. Regardless, it’s both a solid fighting game and an elaborate epilogue to Persona 3 and Persona 4, so if you’re getting it for free, there’s no reason not to try the game!

Source: EU PlayStation Blog and US PlayStation Blog