23. Feb, 2012 16:03 (HKT)
Gamers get no sleep: Narutimate Storm Generation, Gal Gun, Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave, Under Defeat HD, Nendoroid Generation, Haruka 5: Kazahanaki & more! - in Weekly Games Update!
Welcome to this week's Games Update, our weekly summary featuring all new product arrivals from the last seven days. This is games harvest week, join Naruto in
Narutimate Storm Generation, shoot pheromones into the heart of your favourite girl in
Gal Gun and bring the Tales of heroes together in
Twin Braves.
From the publisher: The title powers the series into the future by revolutionizing online play and ramping up the number of playable and support characters far beyond any Naruto game in the wildly popular franchise.
Fans have been waiting to see more of Zabuza and Haku since the launch of the original Manga, and now they will have their chance! These are just a few of the many new ninja in the game besides Naruto and Sasuke.
All this, together with the original Japanese voiceovers and lovingly crafted presentation faithful to the franchise ensures that Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations offers Naruto and gaming fans a torrential downpour of Naruto ninja fighting action and adventure!
Fight your Ninja wars. The Asian English version has yet to have a concrete release schedule, please use the RSS Feeds and the Personal Agent to inform you when product information is updated:
Xbox360™
PlayStation3™

Hit by the arrow of cupid, the player character must get a girl to confess to him before the day's over. On the up side, the arrow makes him the most popular guy in school. On the down side, getting the wrong girl will end the game, and sorry, he will never get a girlfriend for the rest of his life. Period. Game Over.
That's hell for a high school boy.
So, charge your gun with pheromones and start shooting. Girls you aren't interested in will become obstacles. Be cruel to be merciful, get them out of the screen to aim at your dream girl. The new PlayStation3 version comes with Move support, more game modes and more characters.
Adrenaline, pheromone and fanservice explodes.

The Xbox360™ version, too is available:

It's two against many. Dash around the battlefield, your fighting ground is no longer limited to a static screen but in a place in which enemies swarm around you. Make use of your partner's power to mow them all down. Best partners from the first game to the latest come together to weave out a new story.
Combo the swarming masses by forming a long string of attacks with your partner, the stronger the bond between the partners, the more powerful the attacks. Yes, those people have worked together to save the world in their own game, but can they do it again?
The First Print Limited Edition comes with original novels, a set of 3 drama CDs, an original book cover and a desktop calendar. More stocks are expected to come, please use the Personal Agent or the RSS Feed to inform you when they arrive.
Back to back, the heroes set off to save the world again:
Sony PSP Regular Edition
Sony PSP First Print Edition

The helicopter shooter is back. The super popular Under Defeat explodes in popularity in 2005 when it came out in the arcades. The simple controls and realistic graphics bring gamers right to the middle of a war where missiles fly over their heads and tanks blow up in a milllion pieces before their eyes.
This time, the developers will push the graphical capabilities of the PlayStation3 and Xbox360 consoles to the max by bringing about the most realistic visuals. Tiny details such as the smoking forests, trees bending away from the blast and the bullets filled skies will appear with clarity, making the game more exciting.
The Limited Editions come with a Kami Strategy DVD Guide that takes gamer through the stages and the soundtrack that brings the full impact of the war into the notes:
Xbox360™
PlayStation3™

Tiny and round but super lively, the Nendoroid characters from Goodsmile Company march out of display cases into the game world.
Battle them, dance with them and get to know them better. Characters from best selling series, such as Saber, Haruhi Suzumiya, and Black Rock Shooter join together in this great party. They show off their super deformed weapons, all their handy tools, items and visit each others' worlds.
The game provide a lot more accessories and outfits so Nendoroid lovers can redesign their favorite doll's image and enjoy skits acted by them.
The Limited Edition comes with a set of 8 Nendoroid charms:
Japanese Edition
Asian versions

Kazahana is a romance that blooms in the chaotic bakumatsu era. Something evil is spreading its claws toward the world, only the priestess of the white dragon can save the land. So together with the eight leaves, she travels back time to fight.
But every time she goes back to the past, her lifespan shortens, so between her life, romance and her destiny, she has to make an impossible choice, and the monsters will not wait for her.
The sequel comes with a new character. The Onmyouji Rindou seems like a savior, but his cynical remarks and his attitude makes the priestess wonder about his true intentions. And aside from him, there are new routes and new endings.
The Limited Edition comes with an Art Collection, a set of Art Cards, a drama CD and a protection charm pendant.

Get both Harukanaru Toki no Nakade 5 with Kazahanaki:

The god of war's anger knows no bounds. Being stripped of his godly status and his powers, Asura set forth on a journey of vengeance. Traverse the exotic lands and reduce your enemies into fountains of blood.
Asura's Wrath endless and unrelentless action to the HD screen.

Anger is a form of destructive energy, and technology is also one. In the futuristic world,
Syndicates have control of the data of all mankind. And to protect their power over these people as well as to face off against hostile forces of other syndicates, they employ agents with super human strength.

The journey of vengeance never ends. With the set of facilities in the Sony PS Vita, the Ninja can execute a set of even more damaging moves. The action becomes more intuitive, swipe the touch pads and move your condole to activate skills. Become Ryu Hayabusa in
Ninja Sigma Plus.

Otome games have their successes in Japan, and its now time to spread the influence and bring the handsome men to English speaking gamers.
Hakuouki is one of the first to get translated and localized, feel the ethereal atmosphere and fall into a tragically romantic love.

Let's come back from the battlefield and do something fun and constructive. Get a plot of land and farm in
Hajimari no Daichi. Fruits looks crunchier and crops are tastier when they pop out of your screen. This time gamers are not limited to flat plots of land, they can do terrace farming on the hills.
Here's the summary of this week's releases:
Xbox360™
PlayStation3™
Sony PS Vita™
Sony PSP™
Nintendo™ 3DS
Nintendo™ DS
PC Games
Game Guides and Books
A separate Video/Music update containing Japanese releases from this week, including new Anime, J-Pop and Movie releases will follow prior end of the week. So J-Pop, Anime and Movie fans, be sure to look out for that one!
Here's a preview of hot games that are expected to come next week:
Xbox360™
PlayStation3™
Sony PSP™
Nintendo 3DS™
Nintendo DS™
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22. Feb, 2012 18:02 (HKT)
Knights in cardboard armour: Nendoroid Magi Homura, Danboard, Revoltech Alphonse Elric, Denpa Onna Erio, TomoSuku Mikazuki Yozora, Nendoroid Petit Madoka, Shining Hearts Rouna & more! - in Weekly Toys Update!

Welcome to this week's toys update. Check out the wonderful collectibles we just got in stock and all the new products made available for pre-order.
The cool and secretive Homura comes with her shield, her gun, her bazooka and the bomb. Change her poker face to a serious expression when she fights. Drop her into the middle of your Nendoroid Wars.
She has gone through several time cycles before she becomes the unflappable magical girl. Her first cycle was a vulnerable girl with braids and glasses. Her more emotional side can be rather refreshing after watching episodes of her being cold, let this facet of her personality show up from time to time.
The
Nendoroid version of Homura is available at an unbeatable bargain price of
US$ 37.90 only. Her maximum amount of purchase is set to
3 figures per customer.

Activate the Danboard mecha. This time, the figure makers at Kotobukiya give collectors the option of making him into a battle robot. Just assemble the the guns from the Frame Arms and M.S.G to its arms.
And don't forget to pay him to make him work, there is a slot on its chest, the package already comes with three 10 yen coins, so slip them in and send him to reinforce your troops. The gimmicks from the existing versions that players love are still there. LED lights are installed in its head, so flick on the switch at the side to make his eyes shine.
Please bear in mind that the Frame arms and M.S.G weapons are sold separately.
The Danboard Robot comes in June:

The body of steel traps the soul of a child. Alphonse is here to search for ways to reunite with his human body. But a suit of armour has its positive points. It's so shiny and so heavy that smaller men with lesser courage wouldn't dream of messing with him.
And since he has mastered martial arts, he can perform high kicks and all sorts of fight poses. The flexible Revoltech joints give Alphonse the freedom to fight and use alchemy.
Slip the effect parts to his foot to show off his weight and his speed. Relive the many comical scenes by assembling the alternative head part to him.
Alphonse joins his brother in your collection this April:

Put a mattress into your display case and let Erio roll on it. She displays her most tempting side in the most innocent manner. Her eyes are large and bright as she looks up at her collector behind her fringe. There is a small smile on her lips.
Her skirt rides up over her hips while her shirt falls off her shoulder, revealing her slender limbs and large expanse of back. The pale lavender blanket looks soft to the touch, the figure makers at chara ani sculpts the downy fluffiness and the warmth. Say good night to Erio before you go to bed yourself.
Spring is the perfect time to be lazy. Erio comes in May:

Take on the challenge of making friends with Mikatsuki Yozora. Because of her poisonous tongue and her sadistic tendencies, she has no friends. Folding her arms over her chest, she exudes impatience, so let's not make her wait any longer. The figure captures her personality and her beauty.
Violet mixed with black, making her hair more lustrous and the large roundness of her dark eyes shows the depth of her frustrations. Yet, her looks are flawless. admire the slender lines of her legs and the smooth curves beneath the layers of her uniform.
Face the venomous Mikatsuki Yozora this April:

Inami Mahiru looks like a meek girl, but in fact she is a weapon of destruction. Especially for men. Because she is so afraid of her opposite sex, she tends to greet them with a punch. The protagonist of the series, Takanashi, is often at the receiving end of such greetings.
The box comes with Mahiru's punch, the various effect pieces and a tiny shadow of a flying man. Slip the magic hand into her grasp and see if she feels safer around men. Her three face pieces are the shy smile, the scared face and the crying face. Put her beside Popura so she can learn to be cheerful from her senpai.
Mahiru comes to work in June:

Meet the girls before and after their transformations. It seems like forever since they donned their school uniforms or casual clothes. The figure makers at Nendoroid Studio wipe away their tragic fate and the madness that some of them succumb to, leaving only the pastel cute and the rounded chubbiness.
Play the game of Spotting Kyubei. Both versions of Madoka comes with the mascot, and he shows up with the uniformed version of Miki Sayaka. Try your luck and see if you can get your favourite girl. There is a secret version as well, unbox it and see what who it is.
Petite sized magical girls are looking for a new home:

Rouna is an exquisite package of a maid, cook, ninja and samurai. She is the bodyguard of princess Rufina and won't hesitate to wield the evilly sharp shuraiken in her hand. She is captured in the moment of action. Her skirt swirls around her legs in waves, the frills on the apron top it like froth.
The stockings and the fishnet material on her chest are pasted on carefully to give her more layers. Her tail curls around her softly while her hair flutters behind her like a silken cape. The fox maid is the guard every important person needs, take her home to stand guard over the princesses in your collection.
Employ the services of the Fox Eared maid today:

Her silver haired version comes in June:

Never mess with the little sister when Ayase is around. Tall, slender and very stylish, Ayase is a part-time model like Kirino, hence her pose.
Usually gentle and lady-like, she turns into a demon whenever someone displays strong otaku tendencies. Kotobukiya wraps the two sides of her personality in one package.
Let her smile indulgently and enjoy the moment of peace. The breeze stirs her skirt, revealing the long legs and a glimpse of her waist. Turn everything into a storm by putting the scowl on her face. While she doesn't burst out in tempers, she comes up with some very dangerous plans when she is angry.
Sugar coated danger approaches this moment:

Propaganda wins, Retia Adolf from Alicesoft's strategy game Daiteikoku finally becomes an idol. Retia lives up to her full potential in this figure, her maker Togita Keijiro crafts every curl of her hair and gives her a sparkling smile to go with it. Her glacial beauty fits the oceanic palette of her outfit.
Her dress consists of a lot of details, such as the ribbons and laces that line the hem. The flaps of her skirt overlap each other like the petals of a flower and spot a marble-like texture. As opposed to the cheerfully charming idol Retia, the chibi Retia is freaking out, put them together to get to know both sides of the idol of the Third Reich.
Nobody inspires devotions more than an idol singer:

Alicesoft's other mascot character is waiting for a new home as well:

The squid girl's invasion start from the sea. Her weapons are not guns and knives, her most potent power comes from her smile and her cuteness.
And of course her very many tentacles. Each strand of her pale blue hair seems to have a mind of its own, it spreads around her like the skeleton of an umbrella.
She brings an early summer breeze to her collectors, feel the warmth from her smile and admire the energy exuding from her. She is running towards you, give her a place in your collection to start her invasion.

There is no better way to know your robot than to build him yourself. Study his every component as you put him together according to the diagrams in the instruction booklet. Unlike the ice harvesting robot, this Jehuty doesn't have a self destruction program, so feel free to study his every part.
The special Clear version of Jehuty looks like its enveloped by blue flames. The joints at the hip and the knees allow it a vast array of movements and action poses. Pull the blade out of its forearm and send it to war. Prop him up on the stand, spread his wings and send him to the air.
The special clear version of Jehuty is available today:
Toys & Figures (14)
New Toy Arrivals (12)
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22. Feb, 2012 17:37 (HKT)
Fun in the palm of your hand: US version PS Vita Console, Dynasty Warriors Next, Kat-tun - Chain, Hey! Say! Jump - Super Delicate, Scandal - Harukaze & more!
Get access to growing plethora of games. The Sony PS Vita is finally released as a
US version. English Sony PS Vita games have been washing into our warehouse for the last few weeks, now slip those game cards into your newest console. One of the remarkable releases is the
Dynasty Warriors Next.
From the manufacturer: PlayStation Vita (PS Vita) from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) offers an unparalleled combination of rich gaming and social connectivity within a real world context, made possible by leveraging SCE’s experience from its acclaimed console and handheld entertainment systems.
Blurring the lines between interactive entertainment and reality, PS Vita enables revolutionary gaming experiences with dual analog sticks, front and rear cameras, front multi-touch display, multi-touch rear pad, GPS, six-axis motion sensors, and three-axis electronic compass.
The Sony PS Vita consoles are now available as US versions. The Wi-Fi version is expected to come on Friday, please make use of the RSS Feeds and personal agent to inform you when they arrive. For the Japanese and Asian versions, please see here for the
full list:

Faster and and even more furious, Sangoku Musou Next delivers players to the very center of warring China. There are more characters, more intuitive controls and speedier battles.
Spot enemies that are approaching and catch them with a gyro-sensor. Use the touch pad to execute a skill of mass destruction when your team is swarmed.
Become the warrior and see the world through his eyes. The first person camera angle merges the player with the story. When enemies get too numerous, ask friends to help, or alternatively, conquer their troops for true dominion. A total of four players can join the game, fight, share information, and win rare items together.
Conquer the lands once again, the war has spread on to English speaking soil:

The Japanese and Asian versions are still available. The European version will be coming soon:

Chain is Kat-Tun's reply to their fan's support and their cheers. It also represents the strong bond between the now-five boy band. The album is the start of a chain reaction, it links their songs, their fans and their newest concert together.
Chain contains five songs from their hit singles, such as Birth and Ultimate Wheels, and seven new original songs. Not only that, for fans who prefers one member, they can play and replay the solo songs.
The Limited Edition comes with the the music video of Lock On, special video footages and a 36 page lyrics booklet.

The Hey! Say! Jump! boys demonstrate more complicated dance steps and their more grown up taste of fashion in Super Delicate. The dance number is the theme song of Yamada Ryousuke and Nakajima Yuto's newest drama Risou no Musuko (The Ideal Son).
The strong beat song contains mixtures of a Latin dance rhythm, showing off the singers flair and energy. The director of the drama series, the famed Nojima Shinji writes the lyrics to the song. It best captures the mood of the drama and the interaction between the boys.
The First Print Limited Edition 1 comes with the music video of Super Deicate, the Limited Edition 2 comes with clips of Wonderland Train and Thrill. The Regular Edition has the side B songs Jump Around the World and Succeed.

Scandal has a strong tie with the anime Bleach. An opening theme of the series, Shojo S can be said to be one of the milestones in their career. So here, they are back again and their rhythm is stronger than ever. It's time for everyone in Bleach and all of Scandal's fans to start a new journey.
Harukaze translates as Spring Breeze, but the song is more like a gust of wind with its powerful beat and a catchy melody. They blow away the heavy clouds and introduce rays of sunshine.
The Limited Edition Type A comes with their cover of Aqua Timez Alones, and Edition B comes with their cover of Asterisk.
Also available today:
Xbox360™
PlayStation3™
Sony PS Vita
New Music CD Arrivals
New Movie Arrivals
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21. Feb, 2012 17:13 (HKT)
The tip of deadliness: Asuras Wrath, Syndicate, Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus, Shinobido 2: Revenge of Zen, ModNation Racers: Road Trip, WipEout 2048 & more!
Feel the infernal heat of
Asura's Wrath, Capcom takes action and adventure to the mythical realms. Hack, slash and rip through the hordes of enemies for true vengeance. Become a special agent and infiltrate into the minds of your enemies in
Syndicate. Feel the icy tip of the Ninja's blade,
Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus and
Shinobido 2 introduces new moves and fighting styles.
From the publisher: Once a revered deity, Asura was betrayed by his fellow gods and stripped of all his powers. Consumed by anger at the injustice he has suffered and swearing vengeance, Asura discovers he can use this fury to his advantage and turn it against his enemies.
Cue relentless action as Asura finds himself facing off against numerous unique enemies, including planetary sized bosses, unleashing devastating and visceral attacks.
Asura’s Wrath loses the traditional distinction between gameplay and cutscenes through seamless player controlled narrative. Simply put, even in cinematic sequences the player can control Asura, directly affecting the gameplay, making Asura’s Wrath a truly unique experience.
Feel the wrath of the god of war. The Asian and Japanese versions come this Thursday and the European versions come in March:
Xbox360™
PlayStation3™
From the publisher: In the year of 2069, syndicates gained unprecedented insights and control, over the population and their behaviour through their neural chips. With little governmental oversight, business has become war. The Syndicates will stop at nothing for ultimate market dominance.
At the front line of this war are the Agents, the Syndicate’s bio-engineered and chip-augmented enforcers. They can breach anything in the wired world including their enemies, their weapons and the environment that surrounds them, making them the most efficient and deadly technological weapons in the world.
Take on the role of Miles Kilo, Eurocorp’s latest prototype agent, and embark on a brutal action adventure of corruption and revenge.
The Syndicate is recruiting. The US versions are coming within a week while the European versions are scheduled to be released this month:
Xbox360™
PlayStation3
PC version
Game Guide
From the publisher: Experience massive carnage in a portable package with Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus--the newest version of one of the greatest action games ever.
Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus offers all the same high-octane Ninja Gaiden Sigma action, now enhanced with features only available on PlayStation Vita.
The new Hero play style allows players new to the series to overcome the toughest of trials. With auto-support functions and unlimited Ninpo in tight situations, this play style will allow any player to feel like a Hero! Using the new and exciting hardware possibilities that PlayStation Vita offers, players can tap the rear touch pad to strengthen their Ninpo, move the PlayStation Vita system around to aim the bow, and much, much more.
Walk the path of the Ninja. The US version is scheduled to be released tomorrow, the Japanese version comes on Thursday while the European version comes within a month:
From the publisher: Shinobido 2: Revenge of Zen finds the region of Utakata in the grip of a vicious civil war. Players will step into the shoes of Zen, betrayed by his companions and left homeless.
Saved by the Asuka Ninja clan, Zen chooses to live the life of a ninja and sets out to find those who wronged him, stopping at nothing to unleash the full impact of his silent and deadly revenge.
Zen will use his honed ninja craft to take down enemies with Assassination a unique skill that lets players silently dispose the opposition with satisfying kills. Using the unique touch screen and panel, players will be able to mimic ninja actions such as throwing shurikens and targeting grapple points.
Vengeance shall be yours. The English Asian version is scheduled to come within a week:
From the publisher: Experience the thrill and speed of anti-gravity racing with NGP’s enhanced controls - intuitive touch interface, motion active tilt and voice commands.
Optimized for 23rd century racing, you can compete with up to 8 other players on 10 new tracks. It’s a never-ending battle to stay atop the online leaderboards.
Get online, access and enjoy close to 500,000 user-generated tracks (and growing), from wherever you are. Brave the twists and turns your fellow drivers' imagination throw at you, and create challenges for the community. With the touch controls, you can design, create and customize your very own tracks.
Let your engine and your imagination run wild. The Asian version and European version are expected to come soon:
From the publisher: Experience the thrill and speed of anti-gravity racing with NGP’s enhanced controls - intuitive touch interface, motion active tilt and voice commands.
Optimized for 23rd century racing, you can compete with up to 8 other players on 10 new tracks. It’s a never-ending battle to stay atop the online leaderboards.
The game makes use of the full range of capabilities of the Sony PS Vita. Make use of the intuitive touch interface, motion active tilt and voice activated controls take anti-gravity racing to the next level. And gamers can race up to 8 PlayStation3 gamers on the Multi-platform Crossplay.
Step down on the accelerator. The Asian and European versions are expected to come soon:
Also available today:
Sony PS Vita™
Sony PS Vita™ Accessories
New Toy Arrivals
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21. Feb, 2012 12:00 (HKT)
Among the demons, the among the stars: 8 games for PlayStation3 and Xbox360 gamers, all under the price of US$ 20.00! - in Weekly Specials!

Time to go back home and venture into fascinating worlds via your home consoles. This week we have special deals for both PlayStation3 and Xbox360 gamers. Exactly four deals for each.
Discover the powers of a super hero, embark on a journey to slay monsters and get all the materials you need to build your own fortress among the stars, all of these are available below the price of
US$ 20.00!
Following the new Weekly Specials tradition, no maximum amount of purchase is set, so feel free to share the fun with friends. But please bear in mind that you
cannot use any further discount coupons along with this special offer.
Create your own generation of heroes in
Agarest Senki, woo the ladies and rid the world of demons. Discover all the dark secrets in the Order in the
First Templar. Become the
Green Lantern to restore intergalactic order with the Power Ring. And since you are in space, join the
Star Wars, bombard your enemy ships until they explode into a cloud of blocks.
PlayStation3 gamers share
Green Lantern and
Star Wars Complete Saga with the Xbox360 gamers. They can also get involved with the all consuming war in
Blazblue Continuum Shift. After exchanging punches and kicks with the fighters, join the little alien prince to roll the whole universe into a ball in
Katamari Forever.
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