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™
| Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generation | JPN | US$ 87.99 |  | |
| Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generation | ASIA | US$ 54.90 |  | |
| Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations | ASIA | US$ 54.90 |  |
PlayStation3™
| Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generation | JPN | US$ 88.49 | | |
| Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generation | ASIA | US$ 64.90 | | |
| Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations | ASIA | US$ 54.90 | |
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.
| Gal*Gun | JPN | US$ 86.49 | | |
| Gal*Gun [Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 135.49 | |
The Xbox360™ version, too is available:
| Gal*Gun | JPN | US$ 83.49 | |
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
| Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave | ASIA | US$ 64.90 | | |
| Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave | JPN | US$ 75.99 | |
Sony PSP First Print Edition
| Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave [First Print Limited Edition Premium Box] | ASIA | N/A |  | |
| Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave [First Print Limited Edition Premium Box] | JPN | N/A | |
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™
| Under Defeat HD | JPN | US$ 71.99 | |
| Under Defeat HD [Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 103.99 |
PlayStation3™
| Under Defeat HD | JPN | US$ 71.99 | |
| Under Defeat HD [Limited Edition] | JPN | N/A |
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
| Nendoroid Generation | JPN | US$ 77.99 | | |
| Nendoroid Generation [NenGen Etenkomori Box] | JPN | N/A | |
Asian versions
| Nendoroid Generation | ASIA | US$ 68.90 | | |
| Nendoroid Generation [NenGen Etenkomori Box] | ASIA | N/A | |
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.
| Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 5: Kazahanaki | JPN | US$ 61.49 | | |
| Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 5: Kazahanaki [Treasure Box] | JPN | US$ 145.49 | |
Get both Harukanaru Toki no Nakade 5 with Kazahanaki:
| Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 5 Twin Pack | JPN | US$ 145.49 | |
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™
| Asura's Wrath | US | US$ 62.90 | | |
| Asura's Wrath | JPN | US$ 83.99 | | |
| Asura's Wrath | ASIA | US$ 49.90 | | |
| Blazblue: Continuum Shift Extend | US | US$ 41.90 | | |
| Blazblue: Continuum Shift Extend (Limited Edition) | US | N/A | | |
| Entaku no Seito: Students of Round (DRPG Selection) | JPN | US$ 48.99 | | |
| Grand Slam Tennis 2 | US | US$ 52.90 | | |
| Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generation | JPN | US$ 87.99 | | |
| Syndicate | ASIA | US$ 54.90 | | |
| The Darkness 2 | JPN | US$ 83.99 | | |
| Under Defeat HD | JPN | US$ 71.99 | | |
| Under Defeat HD [Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 103.99 | |
PlayStation3™
| Asura's Wrath | JPN | US$ 84.49 | | |
| Asura's Wrath | ASIA | US$ 49.90 | | |
| Asura's Wrath | US | US$ 62.90 |  | |
| Blazblue: Continuum Shift Extend | US | US$ 44.90 |  | |
| Blazblue: Continuum Shift Extend (Limited Edition) | US | N/A | | |
| Fight Night Champion (EA Best Hits) | JPN | US$ 37.99 | | |
| Gal*Gun | JPN | US$ 86.49 | | |
| Gal*Gun [Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 135.49 | | |
| Grand Slam Tennis 2 | US | US$ 52.90 | | |
| Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generation | JPN | US$ 88.49 | | |
| Shinken de Watashi ni Koi Shinasai! R | JPN | US$ 98.99 | | |
| Syndicate | ASIA | US$ 54.90 | | |
| Tacchi, Shiyo! Love Application | JPN | US$ 87.99 | | |
| Tacchi, Shiyo! Love Application [Limited Edition] | JPN | N/A | | |
| The Darkness 2 | JPN | US$ 85.99 | | |
| The House of the Dead: Overkill - Director's Cut | JPN | US$ 77.99 | | |
| The IdolM@ster: Gravure For You! Vol. 5 | JPN | US$ 124.99 | | |
| The Jak and Daxter Trilogy | EUR | US$ 44.40 | | |
| UFC Undisputed 3 | EUR | US$ 62.40 | | |
| Under Defeat HD | JPN | US$ 71.99 | | |
| Under Defeat HD [Limited Edition] | JPN | N/A | |
Sony PS Vita™
Sony PSP™
Nintendo™ 3DS
| Bokujou Monogatari: Hajimari no Daichi | JPN | US$ 61.49 | | |
| Nightmare Puzzle: Crush 3D | JPN | US$ 51.99 | |
Nintendo™ DS
| Zuma's Revenge | US | US$ 24.40 | |
PC Games
| Syndicate (DVD-ROM) | ASIA | US$ 44.90 | | |
| The Sims 3: Hidden Springs (DVD-ROM) | ASIA | US$ 24.90 | |
Game Guides and Books
| Famitsu DS + Wii [April 2012] | JPN | US$ 17.99 | | |
| Final Fantasy XIV Eorzea Fasshon Korekutobukku 01 | JPN | US$ 25.49 | | |
| Imawano Kiyoshirou Hinshi No Sugoroku Tonya Kanzenban | JPN | US$ 40.99 | | |
| Love Plus Pia | JPN | US$ 25.99 | | |
| Mabinogi Official Fan Book Mabifes Vol.2 | JPN | US$ 37.49 | | |
| Metal Max 2 Reloaded Official Guide Book | JPN | US$ 36.49 | | |
| Shooting Game Side Vol.4 | JPN | US$ 26.49 | | |
| Super Robot Daishen II Revelation Of Evil God Perfect Bible | JPN | US$ 35.49 | | |
| V-Jump [April 2012] | JPN | US$ 13.49 | | |
| Weekly Famitsu No. 1211 (2012 03/01) | JPN | US$ 11.49 | |
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™
| Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition | US | US$ 62.90 |
PlayStation3™
| Hyperdimension Neptunia MK2 | US | US$ 54.90 | |
| Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition | US | US$ 62.90 | |
| One Piece: Kaizoku Musou | JPN | US$ 99.99 | |
| One Piece: Kaizoku Musou [Treasure Box] | JPN | N/A | |
| Saint Seiya: Sanctuary Battle (English Version) | ASIA | N/A |
Sony PSP™
| Great Battle FullBlast | JPN | US$ 73.99 | |
| Great Battle FullBlast [Twin Battle Box] | JPN | US$ 145.49 |
Nintendo 3DS™
| Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D | US | US$ 44.90 |
Nintendo DS™
| Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 | US | US$ 34.90 |
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:
| PS Vita PlayStation Vita - 3G/Wi-Fi Model | US | US$ 349.90 | | |
| PS Vita PlayStation Vita - Wi-Fi Model | US | US$ 299.90 | |
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:
| Dynasty Warriors Next | US | US$ 44.90 | |
The Japanese and Asian versions are still available. The European version will be coming soon:
| Dynasty Warriors Next | EUR | US$ 44.40 | | |
| Shin Sangoku Musou Next | ASIA | US$ 64.90 | | |
| Shin Sangoku Musou Next | JPN | US$ 72.99 | |
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.
| Chain (~Kat-tun) | JPN | US$ 37.49 | | |
| Chain [CD+DVD Limited Edition] (~Kat-tun) | JPN | US$ 44.99 | |
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.
| Super Delicate (~Hey! Say! Jump) | JPN | US$ 12.49 | | |
| Super Delicate [CD+DVD Limited Edition Type 1] (~Hey! Say! Jump) | JPN | N/A | | |
| Super Delicate [CD+DVD Limited Edition Type 2] (~Hey! Say! Jump) | JPN | US$ 13.99 | |
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.
| Harukaze (~Scandal) | JPN | US$ 6.49 |  | |
| Harukaze [Limited Edition Type A] (~Scandal) | JPN | US$ 13.99 | | |
| Harukaze [Limited Edition Type B] (~Scandal) | JPN | US$ 13.99 | |
Also available today:
Xbox360™
| Asura's Wrath | ASIA | US$ 49.90 | | |
| Grand Slam Tennis 2 | US | US$ 52.90 | |
PlayStation3™
| Asura's Wrath | ASIA | US$ 49.90 | | |
| Grand Slam Tennis 2 | US | US$ 52.90 | |
Sony PS Vita
| Army Corps of Hell | US | US$ 42.90 | | |
| Army Corps of Hell | ASIA | US$ 43.90 | | |
| Hot Shots Golf | ASIA | US$ 43.90 | | |
| ModNation Racers: Road Trip | ASIA | US$ 37.90 | | |
| Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus | US | US$ 44.90 | | |
| Reality Fighters | ASIA | US$ 37.90 | | |
| WipEout 2048 | ASIA | US$ 37.90 | |
New Music CD Arrivals
| 2 U [CD+DVD Limited Edition Type A] (~Yuya Matsushita) | JPN | US$ 49.49 | | |
| 2 U [CD+DVD Limited Edition Type B] (~Yuya Matsushita) | JPN | US$ 49.49 | | |
| 9 (~Alice Nine) | JPN | US$ 37.49 | | |
| Black & White [CD+DVD Limited Edition] (~Flow) | JPN | US$ 42.49 | | |
| Guruguru Curtain [CD+DVD Type B] (~Nogizaka46) | JPN | US$ 19.99 | | |
| Guruguru Curtain [CD+DVD Type C] (~Nogizaka46) | JPN | US$ 19.99 | | |
| Himitsu (~Yui Horie) | JPN | US$ 35.99 | | |
| Himitsu - Haru Natsu [Limited Edition] (~Yui Horie) | JPN | US$ 39.99 | | |
| NHK Special Drama Saka No Ue No Kumo Original Soundtrack Soshu Hen | JPN | US$ 33.49 | | |
| Play The Joker [CD+DVD Limited Edition] (~Valshe) | JPN | US$ 42.49 | | |
| Sailing [CD+DVD Jacket Type A] (~Aaa) | JPN | US$ 24.49 | | |
| Until The Last Day [CD+DVD] (~Gackt) | JPN | US$ 22.49 | |
New Movie Arrivals
| Final Fantasy XI Vanacon Anniversary 11.11.11 / Orchestra Concert DVD | JPN | US$ 55.99 | | |
| Guilty Crown 2 [DVD+CD Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 75.49 | | |
| Persona 4 4 [Blu-ray+CD Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 98.99 | | |
| Persona 4 4 [DVD+CD Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 85.99 | | |
| Phantasm One-Man Live - Shikkoku No Mass | JPN | US$ 77.99 | | |
| SM Town Live In Tokyo Special Edition | JPN | US$ 91.99 | | |
| SM Town Live In Tokyo Special Edition [Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 135.49 | |
17. Feb, 2012 11:36 (HKT)
The Alien hidden among us: Matthijs van Heijningen Jr. - The Thing, Johnnie To - Life Without Principle, Hiiragi - Ima Konotoki & more! - in Weekly Music and Movies Update!
Welcome to this week's Movie/Music news roundup, containing new Japanese and Hong Kong Video and Music releases from this week listed at Play-Asia.com.
The Thing is among us. It has taken the shape of a human and camouflaged as one of us. Find it and destroy it before it consumes everyone. The science fiction film is a prequel to the 1982 Blockbuster. A group of scientist has a ground breaking discovery in Antarctica. Frozen in the ice is an alien, this project is going to make them famous.
Yet how many of them can live to enjoy the fame and glory? When the Alien breaks through the ice, it engages in a killing spree. And it seems like grenade and fire couldn't destroy it properly. When its cells resurrect, the scientists discover that it's too late to flee, the Alien is hardly likely to want to forgo its meal.
How far will you go for money. The robbery of a loan shark ties three completely unrelated people together. Brought to desperation by the financial crisis, all of them have reasons to want an extra ten million. Life Without Principle is a social commentary that reflects how the crisis affects the lower middle classes in Hong Kong.
The Hokkaido girl group Hiiragi brings the fun and comforting atmosphere from Natsume Yuujinchou into their music. The opening theme to the hit TV series, Ima Konotoki has an encouraging message, carried by an energetic and up beat tune. It reminds listeners that there is always someone beside them.
- J-Pop Music releases (93)
- Enka Music releases (3)
- Anime Soundtracks & Drama CDs (11)
- Hong Kong Version Music releases (11)
- Blu-Ray Disc Movies (18)
- Anime & Animation (17)
- Hong Kong Version Movie releases (26)
- J-Pop DVD releases (14)
J-Pop Music releases (92)
Enka Music releases (3)
| Best Album Lilihose (~Lily Kiyoguchi, Hose Masaguchi) | JPN | US$ 24.49 | |
| Kaikyou No Yado (~Natsuko Godai) | JPN | US$ 14.49 | |
| Kaikyou No Yado [Limited Pressing] (~Natsuko Godai) | JPN | US$ 18.49 | |
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Anime Soundtracks & Drama CDs (11)
Hong Kong Version Music releases (11)
Blu-Ray Disc Movies (18)
Anime & Animation (17)
| Akado Suzunosuke DVD Box | JPN | US$ 454.49 | |
| Bunko Gyo | JPN | US$ 74.99 | |
| Bunko Gyo | JPN | US$ 61.99 | |
| Bunko Minori Scramble | JPN | US$ 74.99 | |
| Bunko Minori Scramble | JPN | US$ 61.99 | |
| Bunko Yuri Seijin Naoko-San | JPN | US$ 74.99 | |
| Bunko Yuri Seijin Naoko-San | JPN | US$ 61.99 | |
| Fullmetal Alchemist: The Sacred Star of Milos | HK | US$ 18.40 | |
| Hellsing IX | JPN | US$ 73.49 | |
| Hellsing IX | JPN | US$ 87.99 | |
| Hellsing IX [Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 99.49 | |
| Koya No Shonen Isamu DVD Box | JPN | US$ 454.49 | |
| Kung Fu Panda 2 [3D] | HK | US$ 36.40 | |
| MuMuHug Vol. 4 | HK | US$ 13.40 | |
| MuMuHug Vol.3 | HK | US$ 13.40 | |
| Pleasant Goat: Joys of Seasons Vol. 2 | HK | US$ 10.40 | |
| Pleasant Goat: Joys of Seasons Vol. 3 | HK | US$ 10.40 | |
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16. Feb, 2012 13:02 (HKT)
Final Rhythm Fantasy: Theatrhythm Final Fantasy, Kyoukugen Dasshutsu ADV, Sengoku Musou 3Z Special, Twisted Metal, The Darkness, UFC 3 Undisputed, New Love Plus & 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. Hit monsters to the beat of the music in Theatrhythm, perform the ultimate escape to freedom in Kyoukugen Dasshutsu ADV and head deeper into the wars in Sengoku Musou 3Z Special.
Cloud, Lightning, Tidus and the Final Fantasy cast are super deformed. This time they are not using blades and guns to defeat their enemies, they are going to use their sense of rhythm.
Theatrhythm is a new branch of the franchise. It contains the most exciting, most romantic and most beautiful tracks from the series.
Players can control up to four characters during the Battle Mode. Tap the screen, slide your stylus across the pad, trace the arrows and hold your note. The better sense of rhythm you have, the more damages you can do to your opponents. In the event mode, gamers tap to the beat of the music and enjoy the memorable scenes.
Take your heroes on a musical action adventure on your Nintendo 3DS:
| Theatrhythm Final Fantasy | JPN | US$ 72.99 | |
Sigma wakes up in the middle of an elevator with a mysterious girl. He has no idea how he ended up there, he only knows that if he doesn't escape before the time's up, he'd become a puddle of blood and bones.
And this is only the first test. Feel the suspense, the danger and the urgency in Kyoukugen Dasshutsu.
Do some detective work, find clues about your surroundings and talk to the people you meet on the way. There are 9 characters in total. Each of them has their own agenda, some will offer assistance only to betray you in your hour of need. Find out about them during the adventure part, and fiddle with the locks and solve other puzzles during the mini-game part.
The gamer can configure the difficulty levels, so after escaping from the Easy Mode, come back for the Hard Mode.
Unlock the door to freedom. The game is available on:
Sony PS Vita
| Kyoukugen Dasshutsu ADV: Zennin Shiboudesu | JPN | US$ 72.99 | |
Nintendo 3DS™
| Kyoukugen Dasshutsu ADV: Zennin Shiboudesu | JPN | US$ 75.99 | |
Welcome to the warring Japan once again. Sengoku Musou 3Z covers the time period between Sengoku and early Edo period, bringing you generations of heroes and brand new play-modes. Load your PlayStation3 save data into your Sony PSP to continue your war on your journey.
The new portable version brings you two new co-op modes - the Musou Enbu and the Mougi Enbu. Conquer the lands together, even an impossible boss becomes less impossible when you deal with him together.
After sharpening your blades on the NPC characters, challenge other warriors by logging into the adhoc play mode. A total of 4 warriors can engage in a battle royale.
Sengoku Musou 3Z Special is available on Sony PSP:
| Sengoku Musou 3Z Special | JPN | US$ 73.99 | |
The PlayStation3 version is still available:
| Sengoku Musou 3 Z | JPN | US$ 83.49 | |
Join Sweet Tooth's game. Customize your car, race your opponents, or even better, bombard them with your weapons until they become a heap of Twisted Metal. When you are done with the demented tale, log online to join the crowd who's addicted to intense car combat. Spread destruction through the internet.
The demonic clown is not the only one striking terror this week. Real evil is flexing its claws. The Darkness is not a mere tool, it's not something Jackie, the new mob boss, can just bottle up and forget. With a new gang war exploding across the city, his demons are going to make their motivations known.
Come back to civilization. There are rules inside the Octagon, but it doesn't mean that it is anything less brutal. Things become even more gritty in UFC Undisputed 3. Execute a string of killing moves with a set of simple controls, the new game comes with more kicks, head-stomps, and ground-knee to the head moves.
Moving away from the combat and the darkness, do something light hearted and fun with the New Love Plus girls. Take pictures of them and integrate them fully into your life. Between Manaka, Nene and Rinko, you will find the perfect girlfriend. Her manner towards you gets warmer as you know her better.
Here's the summary of this week's releases:
Xbox360™
| Binary Domain | JPN | US$ 101.49 | | |
| Grand Slam Tennis 2 | ASIA | US$ 49.90 | | |
| Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning | US | US$ 65.90 | | |
| The Darkness II | US | US$ 62.90 | | |
| The Darkness II (Limited Edition) | ASIA | US$ 49.90 | | |
| UFC Undisputed 3 | ASIA | US$ 49.90 | | |
| UFC Undisputed 3 | US | US$ 62.90 | | |
| WRC 2: FIA World Rally Championship | JPN | US$ 83.49 | |
PlayStation3™
| Binary Domain | JPN | US$ 101.99 | | |
| Blazblue: Continuum Shift Extend (English & Chinese Version) | ASIA | US$ 44.90 | | |
| Grand Slam Tennis 2 | ASIA | US$ 49.90 | | |
| Jak and Daxter Collection | US | US$ 44.90 | | |
| Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning | US | US$ 62.90 | | |
| Order Up! | US | US$ 34.90 | | |
| The Darkness II | US | US$ 62.90 | | |
| The Darkness II (Limited Edition) | ASIA | US$ 54.90 | | |
| Twisted Metal | ASIA | US$ 54.90 | | |
| UFC Undisputed 3 | US | US$ 62.90 | | |
| UFC Undisputed 3 | ASIA | US$ 54.90 | | |
| WRC 2: FIA World Rally Championship | JPN | US$ 86.49 | |
Sony PS Vita™
| Ben 10: Galactic Racing | US | US$ 34.90 | | |
| Blazblue: Continuum Shift Extend (English and Chinese Version) | ASIA | US$ 43.90 | | |
| FIFA Soccer | ASIA | US$ 43.90 |  | |
| HotShots Golf: World Invitational | US | US$ 44.90 | | |
| Kyoukugen Dasshutsu ADV: Zennin Shiboudesu | JPN | US$ 72.99 | | |
| Little Deviants | US | US$ 44.90 | | |
| Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 | US | US$ 44.40 | | |
| Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (English Version) | ASIA | US$ 43.40 | | |
| Uncharted: Golden Abyss | US | US$ 54.90 | | |
| Virtua Tennis 4 | US | US$ 44.90 | |
Sony PSP™
| Amatsumi Sora ni! Kumo no Hatate ni | JPN | US$ 71.99 | | |
| Blaze Union: Story to Reach the Future (Sting the Best) | JPN | US$ 36.49 | | |
| Sengoku Musou 3Z Special | JPN | US$ 73.99 | |
Nintendo™ Wii
| B-Units: Build It! | US | US$ 24.40 | | |
| Rhythm Heaven Fever | US | US$ 34.90 | |
Nintendo™ 3DS
| Kyoukugen Dasshutsu ADV: Zennin Shiboudesu | JPN | US$ 75.99 | | |
| New Love Plus | JPN | US$ 86.49 | | |
| New Love Plus (Manaka Artbook Limited Edition) | JPN | US$ 197.49 | | |
| New Love Plus (Nene Artbook Limited Edition) | JPN | N/A | | |
| New Love Plus (Rinko Artbook Limited Edition) | JPN | N/A | | |
| Tekken 3D Prime Edition | JPN | US$ 71.49 | | |
| Theatrhythm Final Fantasy | JPN | US$ 72.99 | |
Nintendo DS
| B-Units: Build It! | US | US$ 24.90 | |
PC Game
| Jagged Alliance: Back in Action (DVD-ROM) | US | US$ 44.40 | | |
| The Darkness II (DVD-ROM) | US | US$ 54.90 | |
Game Guides and Books (5)
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™
| Asura's Wrath | JPN | US$ 83.99 | |
| Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generation | JPN | US$ 87.99 | |
| Under Defeat HD | JPN | US$ 71.99 | |
| Under Defeat HD [Limited Edition] | JPN | US$ 103.99 |
PlayStation3™
| Asura's Wrath | JPN | US$ 84.49 | |
| Gal*Gun | JPN | US$ 86.49 | |
| Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generation | JPN | US$ 88.49 | |
| Under Defeat HD | JPN | US$ 71.99 | |
| Under Defeat HD [Limited Edition] | JPN | N/A |
Sony PS Vita™
| Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus | JPN | US$ 73.99 |
Sony PSP™
| Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 5: Kazahanaki | JPN | US$ 61.49 | |
| Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 5: Kazahanaki [Treasure Box] | JPN | US$ 145.49 | |
| Nendoroid Generation | JPN | US$ 77.99 | |
| Nendoroid Generation [NenGen Etenkomori Box] | JPN | N/A | |
| Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave | JPN | US$ 75.99 | |
| Tales of the Heroes: Twin Brave [First Print Limited Edition Premium Box] | JPN | N/A |
10. Feb, 2012 12:48 (HKT)
As massive as robots: Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Full Metal Alchemist: The Sacred Star of Milos, Lady and the Tramp Diamond Edition & more!
Welcome to this week's Movie/Music news roundup, containing new Japanese and Hong Kong Video and Music releases from this week listed at Play-Asia.com.
Collect all 3 Transformer movies in one huge box. The Big Head 7 Disc Collection brings viewers to the site where the Transformers first landed on earth, and then whip them to the latest war with the Decepticons. More connections between the humans and the transformers are revealed in this super exciting action adventure.
Besides the seven disc set, there is also the Megatron Transformers Package. The DVD case inside the package becomes a 14 inch robot, a perfectly practical toy suitable for itchy fingers. The Steel Box Edition is also a classy collectible item that includes both the 2D and 3D editions of the movie.
The Sacred Star of Milos takes place in an exotic land far from Amestris. The Elric brothers are chasing after an escaped criminal only to stumble right into the middle of the grass root revolution in Milos. Set in the same universe as the second season of the anime, watch the movie to see the new alchemy skills and automail.
After watching the cutting edge technology and steam punk action, smooth your heartbeat with something warm and classical. Lady and the Tramp is remastered to high definition. Every note in the songs are clearer, and fans of the dogs can have a glimpse of the making-of process of this beloved film.
- J-Pop Music releases (63)
- Enka Music releases (26)
- Anime Soundtracks & Drama CDs (29)
- Hong Kong Version Music releases (7)
- Blu-Ray Disc Movies (16)
- Anime & Animation (16)
- Hong Kong Version Movie releases (26)
- J-Pop DVD releases (9)
J-Pop Music releases (63)
Enka Music releases (26)
Anime Soundtracks & Drama CDs (29)
Hong Kong Version Music releases (7)
Blu-Ray Disc Movies (16)
Anime & Animation (16)
Hong Kong Version Movie releases (26)
J-Pop DVD releases (9)
09. Feb, 2012 14:50 (HKT)
Going up falling down: Gravity Daze, Genso Suikoden: Hyakunen no Toki, Sumioni, Soul Calibur V Fighting Stick, The Kingdom of Amalur, Resident Evil: Revelations, Jak and Daxter Trilogy & 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. Hold the power of gravity in your palm in Gravity Daze, fight the evil of the century in Genso Suikoden, and venture into the world of danger and elegance in Sumioni.
From the publisher: Prepare yourself for a new perspective in gaming in this visually stunning cel-shaded adventure. Take gravity into your own hands as you take the role of a heroine seeking her past and the means to protect her future in a world that's falling apart.
Shift from streets to walls and buildings as you manipulate gravity to save a city from its enemies and perils. Use the PlayStation®Vita gyro sensor to control gravity to help you move around each open world, shifting your perspective and the action to complete dozens of missions spanning several worlds.
Gravity Daze is available today. The US versions are scheduled to come in May. The Asian version of Gravity Daze is heavily cut by our suppliers, please bear in mind that they are expected to be restocked after around 2 weeks. Please use the RSS feeds and the Personal Agent to inform you when they become available again:
| Gravity Daze | JPN | US$ 71.99 | | |
| Gravity Daze | US | US$ 44.90 | | |
| Gravity Rush (Chinese Version) | ASIA | US$ 49.90 |  |
Every century a monster will be born. It devours everything in it path and multiplies until every city becomes ruins. To prevent the disaster, the Kingdom of Aionia has been implementing austerity measures, using the money to draft soldiers and build fortresses.
The protagonist and his friends Myura and Gino are novice monster hunters, and one day, on the way back to camp after a training session, they spot monsters they have never seen before.
One is manageable, but they multiply too fast. The heroes have no choice but to run. When they three run into the ruins of a fortress, they find a strange boy waiting for them. With a wave of a wand, the boy send the three back a century ago. There they meet the heroes who battled the monsters, and together they strive to find a way to save their land.
If they can return at all.
| Genso Suikoden: Tsumugareshi Hyakunen no Toki | JPN | US$ 73.99 | |
The Heian era is when monsters, ogres and onmyouji roam the land. In this world, the player becomes the Sumioni, or the ink ogre. With a wave of his pen, he can open a path, burn down his foes and call forth the most powerful spirit.
Acquire's newest action game combines the cutting edge technologies of the PS Vita with the elegance of brush paintings. Slash at enemies, pass through stages and win different brushes to activate new skills. Use the touch pad to draw paths and symbols to launch powerful attacks.
But beware, when you use up the ink, there will be no skills left. Besides the touch screen, the back pad also plays a very important role in the game.
Use your ink and brush to defeat the ogres. The Asian version of Sumioni is heavily cut by our suppliers, please bear in mind that they are expected to be restocked after around 2 weeks. Please use the RSS feeds and the Personal Agent to inform you when they become available again:
| Sumioni | ASIA | US$ 44.90 | | |
| Sumioni | JPN | US$ 67.49 | |
Fight the Blazblue war with the extra flare of power. Activating sure kill attacks are particularly exhilarating when you do it the arcade way. The new Xbox360 and PlayStation3 arcade sticks are stylishly designed, the black background shows off the delicate lines and the careful colours with which the characters are drawn.
The layout of the stick is identical to the Arcade version. The components such as the stick lever and the buttons are Sanwa products. Gamers are free to map their buttons until it fits their gaming style. Take some time to personalize the stick and feel the improvement in your fights.
The Xbox360 version has arrived today, please make use of the personal agent or RSS feeds to inform you when the PlayStation3 version arrives:
Xbox360™
| Soul Calibur V Fighting Stick | JPN | US$ 196.49 | |
PlayStation3™
| Soul Calibur V Fighting Stick | JPN | US$ 196.49 | |
New York Times Best selling author and award winning game creator join forces to bring you an epic adventure. The Kingdom of Amalur is an absorbing world full of intrigue. The player character wakes up in a sea of corpses, and action never stop then. Decide the path you want to take, your every decision counts here.
The dead seldom stay dead in the world of games. Go on a cruise with the zombies in Resident Evil: Revelations. Jill Valentine has to escape the floating hell while Chris Redfield has to discover, and sabotage the schemes of a terrorist organization. The missions are linked to one another, succeed in both to ensure survival.
Get the whole Jak and Daxter Trilogy in one go. The graphics are remastered to stereoscopic 3D. Fly the pair off to fabulous action packed adventures. The stages are more intricate in this version. Cross over nothingness with a flying jump, dive into danger and shoot down enemies for massive rewards.
Improve your gaming performance with the MadCatz fightpad for both Xbox360 and PlayStation3. The combat buttons enable gamers to remap their buttons on the fly, letting them aim for head shots with ease. The ergonomic non-slip grip design ensures that gamers can stay in the battlefield for long hours without fatigue.
Here's the summary of this week's releases:
Xbox360™
| Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning | ASIA | US$ 54.90 | | |
| National Geographic Challenge | US | US$ 44.40 | | |
| Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition (Platinum Collection) | JPN | US$ 35.99 | |
PlayStation3™
| Jak and Daxter HD Collection [Remastered] | ASIA | US$ 43.90 | | |
| Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning | ASIA | US$ 54.90 | | |
| Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition (PlayStation3 the Best) | JPN | US$ 36.49 | | |
| The Cursed Crusade | JPN | US$ 92.99 | |
Sony™ PS Vita
| Gravity Daze | JPN | US$ 71.99 | | |
| Sumioni | JPN | US$ 67.49 | |
Sony PSP
Nintendo™ 3DS
| Resident Evil: Revelations | US | US$ 44.90 | |
PC Games
| Defenders of Ardania | ASIA | US$ 39.90 | | |
| Hearts of Iron III Collection | ASIA | US$ 39.90 | | |
| Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (DVD-ROM) | ASIA | US$ 44.90 | | |
| Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (DVD-ROM) | US | N/A | |
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:
Sony PS Vita™
| Sengoku Musou 3Z Special | JPN | US$ 73.99 |
Sony PSP™
| Kyoukugen Dasshutsu ADV: Zennin Shiboudesu | JPN | US$ 72.99 |
Nintendo™ 3DS
| Kyoukugen Dasshutsu ADV: Zennin Shiboudesu | JPN | US$ 75.99 | |
| New Love Plus | JPN | US$ 86.49 | |
| Tekken 3D Prime Edition | JPN | US$ 71.49 | |
| Theatrhythm Final Fantasy | JPN | US$ 72.99 |
08. Feb, 2012 16:40 (HKT)
Across the rainbow to the courtroom: Larc-en-ciel - Butterfly, Gyakuten Saiban Sound Box, Sonico - Soniconicorock Tribute To Vocaloid & more!
The music from Larc en Ciel is like a butterfly, with shimmering wings and toxic powder. The album records their works from the last four years, spanning from Drink it Down (released in 2008) to their latest single Chase.
From velvety seductiveness to strong beats and bright lights, the album has a full range of flavours.
The Limited Edition comes with a remastered album of P'UNK~EN~CIEL. Existing L'arc~en~Ciel songs are all rearranged with a punk and metal feel. The DVD that comes with the album contains an episode of Best Hit LEC.
Come celebrate their 10th anniversary with them.
| Butterfly (~L'arc-en-ciel) | HK | US$ 15.90 | | |
| Butterfly [2CD+DVD Limited Edition] (~L'arc-en-ciel) | JPN | US$ 61.99 | |
The courtroom has never been so full of action. Gyakuten Saiban is going to turn everything around. Following an announcement of the movie release and the production of a new game, the existing instalments in the series need some new spotlight.
The triple disc album contains the background music from the Naruhodo trilogy. Music from the second and third games have never been included in other original soundtracks. And what's more, the music are in Wii Ware quality, every note is clearer and recorded in higher bit rates.
Join the lawyers and the prosecutors at the studios:
| Gyakuten Saiban Sound Box / Gyakuten Saiban Yomigaeru Gyakuten - Gyakuten Saiban 3 | JPN | US$ 46.99 | |
The theme song of the Gyakuten Saiban movie - 2012Spark, by Porno Graffitti is also available at Play-Asia.com:
| 2012Spark (~Porno Graffitti) | JPN | US$ 14.49 | | |
| 2012Spark [CD+DVD Limited Edition] (~Porno Graffitti) | JPN | US$ 18.49 | |
Super Sonico, the image girl of Nitroplus is releasing her Vocaloid cover album. Back in August 2011, she has sang her version of Dear, and in a blink of an eye, she becomes the top cover artist in the rankings.
Joining forces with Hatsune Miku, Sonico ventures further into the world of Vocaloid music. Not only does she sing more of Miku's songs, musicians Nanou, 19's Sound Factory and Marashii composed new songs for her, and joined in a jam with their guitars and piano.
Flip open the books to find pictures of her cosplaying Hatsune Miku. The illustrations are drawn by the famed artists on the Nico Nico network, spot their different styles as you get to know more about Sonico.
| Soniconicorock Tribute To Vocaloid (~Super Sonico) | JPN | US$ 25.99 | | |
| Soniconicorock Tribute To Vocaloid [Limited Edition] (~Super Sonico) | JPN | N/A | |
Also available today:
New Music CD Arrivals
| Happy Girl [CD+DVD Limited Edition] (~Eri Kitamura) | JPN | US$ 24.99 | | |
| Kokuhaku (Amagami Ss+Plus Intro Theme) (~Azusa) | JPN | US$ 16.49 | |
08. Feb, 2012 11:53 (HKT)
Notice from the Hong Kong Speed Post - Deliveries to France may be delayed! - Updated with news on the heavy snow falls!
Dear Customers,
We have received a notice from Hong Kong post with regards to the heavy snow fall in France. Postal services, including Speed Post will be delayed until further notice, especially to parts of the country with the postal codes that bears the prefixes listed below:
06, 09, 13, 14, 26, 27, 28, 31, 41, 45, 50, 53, 61, 72, 76, 78, 83
For more information, please refer to the official homepage of the Hong Kong Post.
We hope that all disruptions can come to an end as soon as possible so all our customers can enjoy a smooth shopping experience and receive their orders in a timely manner.