Category Archives: Koei

Famitsu has listed Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge content for PS3 and Xbox 360 release, confirming an earlier report. As reported by Gematsu, the content bundled in with the Wii U version will go multi-platform in Japan on April 4. Razor’s Edge content includes playable characters Ayane, Kasumi, and Momiji, gameplay improvements, new weapons and a new 25 mission challenge called Ninja Trials, which isn’t in the Wii U version, as well as extra costumes.

Thanks, Dragon246.

Dead or Alive 5 will receive a new patch during February, to correct an issue with critical stagger escapes introduced in the last title update. The patch, which will release for both the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 version has not been dated, but will release alongside two Xbox 360 DLC packs, Hotties Swimwear and Zack Island Stage. Team Ninja made both announcements via Twitter.

Thanks, Siliconera.

Team Ninja has said Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus on Vita will contain new modes and apparently, more blood.

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Those looking forward to Dynasty Warriors 8 will likely fall over in a twitchy pool of their own drool when they find out a second official trailer and 11 character videos of it have been released. Those nearby will hopefully be able to perform CPR if need be, otherwise, we hope those affected sport a Life Alert device. The main trailer is below, and you can head over to Gematsu for the rest. Dynasty Warriors 8 smacks Japan around in February, and a western release has yet to be confirmed.

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Patrick Garratt couldn’t play Ninja Gaiden 3 and DmC: Devil May Cry made his hands hurt, but he turned down the difficulty before throwing in the towel on twitch gaming for good.

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Update 1.03 for Dead or Alive 5 is out today for PS3, and contains free new island stage, gameplay updates and improvements, and three new DLC packs featuring swimsuit collections to go along with the Zack Island setting.

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Dynasty Warriors 8 produces almost as many screenshots as KOs. This latest release includes three Shu characters: the traitorous Wei Yan; Zhuge Liang’s wife Yue Ying; and Xu Shu, who is later said to have served Wei. Hit the break to see them.

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Dead or Alive 5 Plus, the Vita version of Team Ninja’s latest fighter, will support Cross Play, Cross Save and Cross Buy DLC, Siliconera reports. That means portable players will be able to challenge PlayStation 3 rivals and vice versa; you can take your story progress with you when you switch systems; and any costumes you’ve purchased or otherwise obtained for your bouncing brawlers will be available in both versions. Dead or Alive 5 Plus is expected on March 19 in the US and March 22 in Europe. More details can be found through the US and EU PS Blogs.

Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk has been given a European and North American release date by KoeiTecmo.

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Tecmo Koei has released a fresh batch of screenshots and artwork from Dynasty Warriors 8, the latest in Omega Force’s long-running historical action franchise. The latest assets show off new roster addition Han Dang as well as returning characters Ding Feng, Zhou Tai, Xiao Qiao, Tai Shi Ci, Lu Bu, Diao Chan, Dong Zhuo and Yuan Shao. Of these nine, the first five are Wu, while the final four are unaffiliated. Visit Gematsu to see the lot. Dynasty Warriors 8 is due in Japan on February 28, with western release still to be confirmed but very likely.

Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 has been delayed by one week in Europe. Originally set for a February 1 release, it will now land on PS3 and Xbox 360 on February 7. The Wii U version will also be available as a download-only title, and releases February 7. Thanks, Gematsu.

Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge has won the dubious honour of attaining Australia’s first R18+ rating for a video game.

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Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge will receive a title update tomorrow when it launches in the UK, providing players with two exclusive playable characters in the Shadows of the World modes. These characters are Kasumi from the Dead or Alive series and Momiji from Ninja Gaiden Dragon Sword. Razor’s Edge will also be available on the Wii U eShop from midnight tonight, in case you want to skip out on the retail version.

Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge hits the UK at the end of the week. In order to get you excited for it, Koei Tecmo has released a launch trailer. We’ve posted it for you below. It’s out in the UK on January 11.

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Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge arrives on European Wii U consoles this month, and Team Ninja is already looking at what to do next for the newest console.

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The latest Dynasty warriors 8 screenshots show off flamboyant character design, over the top action and campy, silly fun. Who would have thought?

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Dead or Alive 5 Plus, the Vita version of Team Ninja’s latest fighter, has been graced with a release date, some extremely shiny new screens, and details of its optional touch controls.

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Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus has been given a release date for the west. The Vita title will release on February 26 in US and on March 1 in UK. Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus will contain a lower-level mode for new players called Hero Mode which sports modified controls allowing players to use the Vita touchscreen to toss opponents. Another new mode called Ninja Race allows the player to grab items which increase Ryu’s speed, and to chain enemy kills and increase attack power. There’s also the Tag Mission Mode which gives players more time with Ayane, Momiji and Rachel. The game is a remake of the PS3 version which was a remake of the Xbox 360 version.

March 22, 2013 is the date that has been announced by Temco Koei for the European release of Dead or Alive 5 Plus on PlayStation Vita.
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Screenshots for Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 have landed. Get your fill below – there are 60 shots after all. The game is slated to land in stores in the US on February 5 for Xbox 360 and via download for PlayStation Network. It arrives in Europe on February 1. Wii U launch dates for both territories are still to be announced.

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