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Yakuza Kiwami Comparison Video Shows a Significant Graphical Upgrade on PS4

Draikin December 20, 2015 Leave a reply

Yakuza producer Toshihiro Nagoshi appeared on a new video posted on the official Yakuza Youtube channel to show a bit more of Yakuza Kiwami, the upcoming remake of the original Yakuza game. First we get to see a comparison between the old game and the remake, and the difference is certainly remarkable. Additionally, some gameplay was shown which showcased the game’s combat and the “Majima Anywhere” system. The latter involves Majima making surprise appearances throughout the game to fight Kiryu. You can watch the video after the break. Fair warning: the last 5 minutes of the video involves some content that may be considered NSFW.

More Live Quest Details, Songs and Modules for Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA X

Draikin December 18, 2015 Leave a reply

SEGA has revealed more details about Hatsune Miku Project DIVA X on their official website, as well as new songs and modules that will be featured in the game. The opening movie will show Miku and her friends losing their song power, which is the starting point for the game’s quests to restore that power. SEGA revealed a few screenshots from the game’s opening, which will also feature the game’s new theme song “Tsumi no Namae” by Ryo (Supercell).

Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Arcade Future Tone Gets New Songs, Modules and Wallpapers

Draikin December 16, 2015 Leave a reply

To celebrate the birthday of Rin and Len on December 27th, SEGA will be releasing two new songs for Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Arcade Future Tone, as well as 10 new modules. While the game is only playable in the arcades at the moment, it will be released on the PS4 as a digital download in Japan next year. The new songs and modules will be available starting December 22nd in Japan.

New TV Commercials for Dengeki Bunko Fighting Climax: Ignition

Draikin December 13, 2015 Leave a reply

Gearing up for the game’s launch on December 17th in Japan, SEGA is airing two TV commercials for Dengeki Bunko Fighting Climax: Ignition, which they’ve also uploaded to their Japanese Youtube channel. The game will be released on PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita, and has additional characters and rebalanced gameplay compared to the original Dengeki Bunko Fighting Climax.

A Compilation of Panzer Dragoon Saga’s In-Game Artwork

Draikin December 13, 2015 Leave a reply

Years ago, before we even started Segalization, I ended up trying to extract some artwork images from Panzer Dragoon Saga, the Sega Saturn classic and only RPG in the Panzer Dragoon series. While I managed to write a small program to extract the grayscale versions of the images out of the game’s files, actually getting the images in color proved to be a bit more challenging. I never did figure out how to apply the color palette to the images, but I did manage to find a workaround. I looked up the exact address where the Sega Saturn stored the images and the color palettes in its internal memory, and then used the Sega Saturn emulator Yabause to inject all of the images and the corresponding color palettes at the correct location in the memory, while the game was running and showing the opening menu. In doing so, I could alter the background of the start screen and grab each of the images.

Arcade Version of “Blade Arcus from Shining” Updated to Version 2.1 EX

Draikin December 12, 2015 Leave a reply

Starting December 15th at Club SEGA: Akihabara in Japan, SEGA will be testing the new 2.1 EX arcade version of its 2D fighting game Blade Arcus from Shining. In particular the new version includes the two characters that were previously exclusive to the game’s PS3 and PS4 version: Misty and Sonia. The test will run for one week, and you can find a batch of screenshots of both characters at the bottom of this post.

There’s been no announcement regarding a localized release for Blade Arcus from Shining for the PS3 or PS4. Admittedly, given the lack of localizations for the latest Shining titles in general, it doesn’t seem all that likely that we’ll see a spin-off title like this released overseas.

Source: Blade Arcus from Shining’s official website

SEGA Reveals the First Yakuza 6 Trailer!

Draikin December 12, 2015 3 Replies

SEGA has released the first Yakuza 6 trailer! With the game now being a PS4 exclusive, the game demonstrates a substantial evolution in terms of graphics. Additionally, we can see some new gameplay elements, as Kazuma can be seen leaping from one rooftop to another. SEGA also posted a story trailer for Yakuza: Kiwami, the remake of the first Yakuza game for PS3 and PS4. You can see both trailers below, as well as screenshot taken directly from the Yakuza 6 trailer!

New Odin Sphere Leifthrasir Videos Show the Game’s Classic and Refined Mode

Draikin December 11, 2015 Leave a reply

The official Japanese PlayStation blog posted an article today featuring Odin Sphere Leifthrasir, including two videos that show a glimpse of the game’s Classic and Refined mode. Both videos start from the beginning of Gwendolyn’s quest. The Classic mode offers essentially the same experience as that of the original Odin Sphere on PlayStation 2, albeit with HD graphics. The refined mode on the other hand offers revamped gameplay and content. You can take a look at both videos and a set of screenshots below!

New Trailer for Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA X Features More of the Game’s Songs

Draikin December 10, 2015 Leave a reply

SEGA has released another trailer for Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA X, showing gameplay for another set of songs that will be featured in the game. These are, in order of appearance:

“Nounai Kakumei Girl” (“Mental Revolution Girl”) by Maretu
“Ai no Uta” (“Love Song”) by LamazeP
“Mrs.Pumpkin no Kokkei na Yume” (“Mrs. Pumpkin’s Comical Dream”) by Hachi
“Renai Yuusha” (“Love Hero”) by 40mp

You can take a look at the video below! The game is scheduled to be released on March 24 in Japan on PlayStation Vita, and later that year for the PlayStation 4. So far no announcement has been made regarding a release of the game in the West. For our article on the previous song trailer, visit this link.

Yakuza 5 is Now Available in the West on the PlayStation Store!

Draikin December 8, 2015 Leave a reply

Three years after its launch in Japan, Yakuza 5 for the PlayStation 3 is now finally available on the US and EU PlayStation Store! To celebrate the launch, SEGA of America posted a launch trailer on their Youtube channel, which you can watch below! For the EU gamers out there: while it wasn’t possible to preorder the game, PSN Plus subscribers can get the same 15% discount that US gamers got when they preordered, as long as you purchase the game before the end of the year. The regular price for the game is $39.99/€39.99/£32.99.

PSN Store link: Yakuza 5 EU