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August 01, 2008 -- Friday
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    PSP tops July hardware sales
    Summary
    Enterbrain's latest monthly sales recap has PSP at the top of the hardware pack, Reuters reports. Sony sold 40,000 more PSP systems than Nintendo did DS systems.POSTED AT 22:47
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    Space Invaders and Laforet Harajuku team up for anniversary
    Summary
    Taito and Laforet Harajuku have started up a promotion to commemorate their shared 35th anniversary. Space Invaders items are now on sale at the famous Harajuku shop.POSTED AT 22:13
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    New characters and ruins revealed for Fragile
    Summary
    Namco Bandai revealed new details today on Fragile, including a look at new ruins and characters.POSTED AT 21:23
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    Sony details Eye of Judgment tournament
    Summary
    Sony will be holding the first worldwide online tournament for The Eye of Judgment from August 14 through 21. Prizes include special rankings and inclusion as a card in Set 3's deck build mode.POSTED AT 19:23
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    Madden, Face Breaker demos hit Xbox Live Marketplace
    Summary
    Electronic Arts made available today demos of Madden 09 and Face Breaker via Xbox Live Marketplace.POSTED AT 18:43
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    Baroque returning in international form
    Summary
    Sting announced today a budget re-release for Baroque. The PS2 title will now have "international" status, with the option for English voiceovers and a new first person camera.POSTED AT 18:23
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    Last Remnant Blog kicks off with wallpapers
    Summary
    Square Enix started up today an official blog for Last Remnant. Currently, the blog contains a few celebratory wallpaper downloads.POSTED AT 17:23
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    Sega holds Ochaken event in Shinjuku
    Summary
    Sega announced today plans for an event to promote Ochaken no Heya DS 3. Mascot character Ryoku will appear at a Shinjuku Sakuraya to shake hands over the weekend.POSTED AT 17:21
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    Wrestler Wataru Sakata joins Tales of Vesperia launch event
    Summary
    Microsoft shared details today on a launch event for Tales of Vesperia. Wrestler Wataru Sakata will join the game's producers in Akihabara on Thursday morning to see the game off.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Capcom releasing summer goods for Monster Hunter
    Summary
    Capcom has announced a series of summer-themed Monster Hunter products. Six products will go on sale on August 14, preceded be a release at the Monster Hunter Summer Course '08 event.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Atlus brings new Devil Summoner to PS2
    Summary
    Atlus today revealed the identity of a recent mystery game to be Devil Summoner: Kuzunoha Raidou tai Abadon Ou. The PS2 title now has a web page that will presumably have content in the near future.POSTED AT 16:30
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    Sega ships 400,000 for Phantasy Star Portable
    Summary
    Gpara.com reports today that Sega received orders of 400,000 Phantasy Star Portable units in the game's first week.POSTED AT 16:30
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    Success seeks original detectives
    Summary
    Success has started up an art contest through which fans can submit original detective ideas for posting to the Yajuu Keiji and Otoshi Keiji official sites.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Final Fantasy IV The After tops a million downloads
    Summary
    Square Enix announced today that paid downloads for Final Fantasy IV: The After have topped one million. The multi-volume mobile title was released in March.POSTED AT 15:23
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    Domestic publishers aim overseas -- Nikkei
    Summary
    The Nihon Keizai Shimbun has a report in its early morning edition today on overseas game ambitions for domestic publishers. Square Enix and Capcom will be pushing Dragon Quest 9 and Monster Hunter overseas, the newspaper says.POSTED AT 15:23
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    Square Enix brings Snoopy and Pingu to DS as part of new brand
    Summary
    Square Enix announced today the start of a new brand. Titled Pure Dreams, the brand will launch in October with games based off Snoopy and Pingu.POSTED AT 13:23
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    Nintendo Spot resurfaces at Pokemon Center
    Summary
    Pokemon started a test run today of an information distribution service through Nintendo Spot. DS users can download Pokemon Platinum information and more at Pokemon Centers through September 30.POSTED AT 13:23
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    Dragon Quest V, PSP remain at top of Media Create Charts
    Summary
    Media Create issued today its sales report covering July 21 to July 27. Dragon Quest V took the top spot in its second week of release. In hardware, PSP beat out the DS with the Wii beating out all the other consoles.POSTED AT 13:20
August 02, 2008 -- Saturday
  • Headline
    Kingdom Hearts titles dated
    Summary
    The three upcoming Kingdom Hearts titles got general release time frames at the DKΣ3713 event today. Square Enix also put the PSP and DS versions on playable display.POSTED AT 19:31
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    Final Fantasy Agito XIII and Parasite Eve sequel set for PSP
    Summary
    Square Enix had two major announcements for the PSP at the DKΣ3713 private event. Final Fantasy Agito XIII and The 3rd Birthday, both once mobile-only titles, will be coming to the platform.POSTED AT 18:33
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    Final Fantasy XIII demo set for March
    Summary
    Square Enix announced at the DKΣ3713 event today that Final Fantasy XIII will get a demo next March. The title's full release is now set for 2009.POSTED AT 16:30
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    Final Fantasy Versus XIII teams up with Roen
    Summary
    Square Enix announced a tie-up with Roen today that will see clothing from the designer appear in Final Fantasy Versus XIII. A sample suit was shown at the DKΣ3713 event and also featured in the first realtime footage of the game.POSTED AT 16:30
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    Dissidia Final Fantasy set for December
    Summary
    At the DKΣ3713 event in Harajuku today, Square Enix shared a December release time frame for Dissidia Final Fantasy and also hinted at some new gameplay systems.POSTED AT 16:30
August 04, 2008 -- Monday
  • Headline
    Trigger Heart Exelica Enhanced figure revealed
    Summary
    Alchemist offered a first look today at the Nendroid figure that will be included in the limited edition version of Trigger Heart Exelica Enhanced. The figure will be displayed at the upcoming Coming Market 74 event.POSTED AT 19:23
  • Headline
    Too Human demo hits Marketplace
    Summary
    Microsoft made available today a demo build of Too Human. Xbox Live Gold members can make the download now with Silver members gaining access next week.POSTED AT 17:23
  • Headline
    Namco Bandai holding Wangan Midnight location test
    Summary
    Namco Bandai will be holding a location test for the new version of Wangan Midnight in Kawasaki from August 8 to 10.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Ragnarok Online DS detailed
    Summary
    Following up on a Famitsu debut last week, Gung Ho Works opened up the flood gates on Ragnarok Online DS information, with new screenshots and character details.POSTED AT 15:23
August 05, 2008 -- Tuesday
  • Headline
    Konami shares MGS4 item passwords
    Summary
    Konami unveiled a set of passwords which can be used to unlock three new weapons in Metal Gear Solid 4. More such content is on the way, the company says.POSTED AT 23:57
  • Headline
    D3 consumer business posts loss in first quarter
    Summary
    D3 shared its earnings today for the first quarter. The company saw rising profits despite losses in its consumer business.POSTED AT 22:15
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    Konami starts download portal site
    Summary
    Konami has opened up a portal site containing details on all its downloadable games for Virtual Console, WiiWare, PSN and Xbox Live.POSTED AT 22:13
  • Headline
    Sega and Shiseido team up for DS beauty software
    Summary
    Sega and Shiseido have teamed up for Project Beauty, a DS title that offers makeup recommendations to users. The title makes use of Nintendo's DS Scan face recognition cartridge.POSTED AT 17:23
  • Headline
    Konami earnings soar on Metal Gear Solid 4 sales
    Summary
    Konami issued its earnings statement for the first quarter today. Sales and profits were both up, with the company citing strong sales of Metal Gear Solid 4 as a factor.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Deca Sporta tops 700,000 worldwide
    Summary
    Hudson announced today that Deca Sporta has topped the 700,000 shipped mark worldwide. The sports collection is available in Japan, North America and Europe.POSTED AT 15:23
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    Nintendo discloses Fatal Frame bugs
    Summary
    Nintendo disclosed today that the recently released Zero: Tsukihami no Kamen (known as Fatal Frame in overseas markets) shipped with a few bugs.POSTED AT 14:23
August 06, 2008 -- Wednesday
  • Headline
    Sega signs Haruma Miura as arcade image character
    Summary
    Sega gathered the press at the Gigo arcade facility in Shibuya today to announce that actor Haruma Miura will be serving as image character for upcoming arcade promotions from the company.POSTED AT 21:34
  • Headline
    Sega offers Yakuza cell phones
    Summary
    Sega has made available a limited edition cell phone designed in the theme of Ryu ga Gotoku Kenzan. The Softbank phone will be sold exclusively online.POSTED AT 21:30
  • Headline
    Soul Calibur IV tops two million
    Summary
    Namco Bandai revealed today that Soul Calibur IV has topped the two million mark in worldwide sales. The feat comes less than a week after release.POSTED AT 18:47
  • Headline
    Konami plans jubeat demo event
    Summary
    Konami announced today plans for a national demo event for its latest music title, jubeat. The event will hit 50 locations throughout Japan.POSTED AT 18:23
  • Headline
    Square Enix details Final Fantasy Remix soundtrack
    Summary
    Square Enix provided final details on the Final Fantasy Remix soundtrack CD. The 12 track soundtrack will be available at retail, on iTunes, and in ring tone form.POSTED AT 17:33
  • Headline
    Space Invaders Get Even soundtrack hits iTunes
    Summary
    Taito will release a soundtrack for Space Invaders Get Even through iTunes on August 20. The WiiWare title is due for release this summer.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Spore limited edition coming to Japan
    Summary
    Electronic Arts announced today a Japanese release for Spore's limited edition. Known as Galactic Edition overseas, the higher priced version includes an art book.POSTED AT 15:12
August 07, 2008 -- Thursday
  • Headline
    Bandai Namco combining game and network subsidiaries
    Summary
    Bandai Namco Holdings announced as part of its latest earnings report that it will combine its Bandai Namco Games and Bandai Networks subsidiaries into one. The change will take place by April 1, 2009.POSTED AT 23:12
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    Bandai Namco sales and profits fall
    Summary
    Bandai Namco issued its earnings report today for the first quarter. The company's gaming business saw a loss for the period on increased sales over the same period last year.POSTED AT 22:23
  • Headline
    Raiden IV detailed, goodies announced
    Summary
    Moss shared details today on the Xbox 360 version of Raiden IV. Early buyers of the game will get a bonus soundtrack CD, the publisher revealed.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    DEEN to appear at Tales of Festival 2008
    Summary
    DEEN will be appearing at the upcoming Tales of Festival fan event, Bandai Namco announced today. The group will perform a 30 minute live session.POSTED AT 20:13
  • Headline
    Sega planning invite-only World Destruction event
    Summary
    Sega will be holding an invite-only fan appreciation event following the release of World Destruction for the DS. Voice actors and other artists from the game and anime version will speak at the event.POSTED AT 19:23
  • Headline
    Konami updates Action Deka
    Summary
    Konami released today an updated version of its motion control-based arcade game Action Deka. The new version adds a new stage, boss and move.POSTED AT 17:23
  • Headline
    Capcom bringing Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G to Wire 08
    Summary
    Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G will be on promotional display at Wire 08, Capcom revealed today. The game will also get its latest download quest tomorrow.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Free download content for Battlefield: Bad Company
    Summary
    Xbox 360 owners have access starting today to a new Conquest mode in Battlefield Bad Company. The multiplayer mode is playable with four stages.POSTED AT 15:23
  • Headline
    Bionic Commando Rearmed redated
    Summary
    Capcom shared today a final release date for Bionic Commando Rearmed. The delayed title will hit the PS3 and Xbox 360 on August 13.POSTED AT 14:25
August 08, 2008 -- Friday
  • Headline
    Dengeki Bunko RPG set for DS
    Summary
    ASCII partially removed the veil today off its new RPG featuring characters from the Dengeki Bunkou line of light novels. The title is in development for a winter release on the DS.POSTED AT 22:38
  • Headline
    Monster Hunter collaborates with Pasela
    Summary
    Capcom is teaming up with karaoke restaurant chain Pasela for a Monster Hunter campaign. Over a two week period, Patrons at Pasela chains will be able to purchase Monster Hunter themed food items.POSTED AT 22:23
  • Headline
    Miyamoto, Inafune to give CEDEC keynotes
    Summary
    CESA announced today that Shigeru Miyamoto and Keiji Inafune will provide keynote addresses at September's CESA Developers Conference. Miyamoto will speak about game creation using Wii Music as an example.POSTED AT 21:28
  • Headline
    Square Enix unveils FFXI goods collection
    Summary
    Square Enix unveiled today the Final Fantasy XI Players' Choice line, a made-to-order goods collection that will kick off with the Tidal Talisman later this month.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    Rudora no Hiho soundtrack hits iTunes
    Summary
    Square Enix released the third Legendary Tracks soundtrack today. Music from Rudora no Hiho is now available on iTunes.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    Pro Golfer Saru Wii detailed
    Summary
    Bandai Namco shared details today on Pro Golfer Saru. The Wii adaptation of the popular manga will feature Sarumaru Sarutani and other characters and will use a new "Dogya" concentration system when taking shots.POSTED AT 20:27
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    Sega holds summer tournament for Sega Network Casino
    Summary
    Sega started the qualifying rounds yesterday for the Texas Hold'em Summer Festival Cup, a tournament for Sega Network Casino. Anyone with an SNC play card can participate.POSTED AT 20:14
  • Headline
    Ryu ga Gotoku 3 teams with Koakuma Ageha for real cabaret girls
    Summary
    Sega announced today a collaboration with Koakuma Ageha that will see seven models from the fashion magazine appear as cabaret girls in Ryu ga Gotoku 3.POSTED AT 18:33
  • Headline
    Bandai Namco unlocks three Gundam Battle Universe missions
    Summary
    Bandai Namco shared three secret passwords today, which can be used to unlock new missions in Gundam Battle Universe.POSTED AT 18:23
  • Headline
    Chou Aniki set for PSP
    Summary
    GungHo Works and Extreme are bringing Chou Aniki to the PSP through Zero Chou Aniki. The title will feature multipath stages and a new soundtrack from Koji Hayama.POSTED AT 17:23
  • Headline
    Square Enix Pure Dreams titles detailed
    Summary
    Famitsu.com posted new details today on Snoopy DS and Pingu's Wonderful Carnival. Both titles fall under Square Enix's new Pure Dreams brand.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Metal Gear Solid 4 passwords reach round 2
    Summary
    Konami shared today the second round of Metal Gear Solid 4 item passwords. Those who've cleared the game can now unlock a new weapon and face camo.POSTED AT 15:33
  • Headline
    Riz-zoawd battle and spirit systems detailed
    Summary
    Impress Watch updated today with the latest information on Riz-zoawd. The big details concern the game's semi automatic battle system, its Ratio Turn System, and the presence of helper spirit characters.POSTED AT 15:23
  • Headline
    PixelJunk Eden gets a soundtrack
    Summary
    Q Games announced today a soundtrack for PixelJunk Eden. Set for 9/24 release, the soundtrack will come in a package designed by sound director Baiyon.POSTED AT 15:23
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    Mega Man 9 gets original soundtrack
    Summary
    Capcom announced today plans for an original soundtrack to commemorate the release of Mega Man 9. The soundtrack will include a booklet with staff comments and artwork from Mega Man manga artists.POSTED AT 15:18
  • Headline
    Capcom details Dead Rising control scheme
    Summary
    Capcom shared first details today on the control scheme for the Wii version of Dead Rising. The title will use both waggle and pointer controls.POSTED AT 14:23
  • Headline
    Phantasy Star Portable tops Media Create charts
    Summary
    Phantasy Star Portable topped both the hardware and software charts in the Media Create's sales repot covering July 28 through August 3. Rhythm Tengoku Heaven debuted in second, with the DS Lite trailing the PSP hardware closely.POSTED AT 11:37
August 11, 2008 -- Monday
  • Headline
    Nine game companies take part in Akihabara support campaign
    Summary
    Dengeki Online reports today that nine game makers are teaming up for a support campaign to spur interest in Tokyo's Akihabara electronics capital.POSTED AT 23:33
  • Headline
    Akkina to appear in Yattaman DS 2
    Summary
    Takara Tomy has announced that Akina Minami will be appearing as a guest character in Yattaman DS 2. Minami last made gaming headlines after she leant her likeness to Metal Gear Solid 4.POSTED AT 22:37
  • Headline
    Konami opens beginner's site for Metal Gear
    Summary
    Konami has opened up a new information site for Metal Gear Solid 4, this time targeting beginner players.POSTED AT 22:23
  • Headline
    Macross Frontier song list revealed
    Summary
    Famitsu.com posted a list of songs today that will feature in Macross Ace Frontier. In addition to vocal tracks, the PSP title will have a combat system where you defeat opponents using music.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    Mega Man Star Force 3 named and dated
    Summary
    Capcom shared specifics today on Ryuusei no Rockman 3 (Mega Man Starforce 3). Fully titled Ryuusei no Rockman 3: Black Ace, the game will arrive on November 13.POSTED AT 21:22
  • Headline
    Inazuma Eleven anime set for October
    Summary
    Level-5 revealed today that the anime version of Inazuma Eleven will begin broadcasting in October. The show will air on TV Tokyo channels.POSTED AT 21:15
  • Headline
    Sugiyama talks Dragon Quest IX music at concert event
    Summary
    Dragon Quest series composer Koichi Sugiyama met with the press prior to the latest Dragon Quest concert in Tokyo on the 9th. In addition to detailing his intense love of the series, he revealed that DQIX will feature some older tracks.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Konami starts fourth Winning Eleven arcade tournament
    Summary
    Konami started today the fourth tournament for Winning Eleven Arcade Championship 2008. Participants can select exclusively from 54 national teams this time around.POSTED AT 16:30
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    Taito details Space Invaders pricing
    Summary
    Taito shared details today on its pricing structure for Space Invaders Get Even. The WiiWare title will be available as a starter pack and three stage packs, with each pack costing 500 yen.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Phantasy Star Portable tops half a million
    Summary
    Sega announced today that shipments of Phantasy Star Portable have crossed the 500,000 mark, a week following the game's release.POSTED AT 15:23
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    Spike places Hanshin Tigers DS ad near Tokyo Dome
    Summary
    Spike announced today that it has placed ads for Hanshin Tigers DS at Suidobashi Station. The train station serves Tokyo Dome, home of Tiger rivals Yomiuri Giants.POSTED AT 15:23
  • Headline
    Microsoft holds Too Human purchase campaigns
    Summary
    Microsoft will be holding a couple of purchase campaigns for Too Human, rewarding buyers with Microsoft points and special watches.POSTED AT 14:23
  • Headline
    Sega and Omiya Soft open Culdecept Card Gallery in Akihabara
    Summary
    Sega and Omiya Soft opened a two day gallery in Akihabara over the weekend in celebration of the Culdecept series. Omiya president Hideo Suzuki shared some thoughts on the series' history with Dengeki Online.POSTED AT 13:23
  • Headline
    Capcom holds Monster Hunter Summer Course '08
    Summary
    Capcom kicked off a series of training courses for Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G this weekend. Set in a school environment, the courses train players in the basics of the company's monster hit.POSTED AT 09:23
August 12, 2008 -- Tuesday
  • Headline
    Vitamin X sequel Vitamin Y detailed
    Summary
    Impress Watch posted a report today on Vitamin Y, the DS sequel to Vitamin X. Unlike the adventure original, the sequel is a mini-game collection.POSTED AT 21:23
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    Free Qoo character content set for DSvision
    Summary
    Coca Cola Japan and am3 will be distributing a free DSvision application later this month featuring the Qoo character. Qoo will also feature in a special DSvision Starter Kit being given away to 500 lucky raffle winners.POSTED AT 17:38
  • Headline
    Dragon Quest V tops a million -- Enterbrain
    Summary
    Dragon Quest V has topped the million mark in sales, Famitsu.com reported today citing Enterbrain data. The feat comes four weeks ahead of DQIV.POSTED AT 16:47
  • Headline
    Success offers Flash demo for Otoshi Keiji
    Summary
    Success released today a Flash demo for Otoshi Keiji. Players can sample what it's like to grill a suspect ahead of the game's September release on the DS.POSTED AT 16:30
August 13, 2008 -- Wednesday
  • Headline
    Konami Style shipping limited edition Castlevania
    Summary
    Konami's e-commerce site Konami Style will be delivering a limited edition bundle for Order of Eccelsia, combining the game with a soundtrack and leather book cover.POSTED AT 21:23
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    Konami starts internet radio station
    Summary
    Konami announced today Konami Station, an internet radio station that will feature programming themed around games like Suikoden, Castlevania and Tokimeki Memorial. The channel kicks off on the 27th.POSTED AT 17:23
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    Fable 2 Pub Games hits Xbox Live Arcade
    Summary
    Microsoft made available today Fable 2 Pub Games, an Xbox Live Arcade title with three gambling games set in the Fable 2 world.POSTED AT 17:13
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    Soukaigi joings Game Archives
    Summary
    Sony Computer Entertainment Japan detailed its August Game Archives update today. Included in the list of five titles is Square's Soukaigi.POSTED AT 15:23
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    SCEJ to distribute world user content for Ecochrome
    Summary
    Sony shared details today on the Mugen Kairo World Season 1 download pack. For seven weeks starting August 14, Sony will distribute new user-created stages for the puzzle game.POSTED AT 15:23
August 14, 2008 -- Thursday
  • Headline
    Prep school to distribute class videos through DSvision
    Summary
    Mainichi.jp reports that a prep school in Shizuoka will be using the DSvision service to offer students paid lecture downloads. The school will start with math and English downloads and expand its offerings from there.POSTED AT 23:35
  • Headline
    Elder Scrolls IV, Patapon go budget
    Summary
    Patapon and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion will be joining Sony's budget lineup this September.POSTED AT 18:23
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    Sega planning World Destruction launch event
    Summary
    Sega will be holding a pre-launch event for World Destruction on August 23. Voice actor Yuu Kobayashi and producer Yoichi Shimosato will shake hands at the event.POSTED AT 16:45
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    Pokemon hits DSvision
    Summary
    Am3 announced today plans for bringing a range of Pokemon movies to its DSvision media download service. Meetwo Strikes Back will be available on August 20, followed by four others in September.POSTED AT 15:38
August 15, 2008 -- Friday
  • Headline
    Suda 51 and Shinji Mikami team up with EA
    Summary
    At a press event held in San Francisco, Electronic Arts announced a new collaborative project that's being developed by Shinji Mikami as producer and Suda Goichi as director. The new game will be released for PS3, Wii, Xbox 360 and PC.POSTED AT 22:31
  • Headline
    Akuma appears in Street Fighter IV
    Summary
    Street Fighter IV units were updated today with a new character: Akuma. The classic anti Ryu/Ken fighter appears under certain conditions as an opponent for solo players.POSTED AT 19:23
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    Ratchet & Clank goes Gaiden on Japanese PSN
    Summary
    Sony has confirmed Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty for Japanese release on August 21. The Japanese version will carry the name Ratchet & Clank Future Gaiden.POSTED AT 18:32
  • Headline
    Masami Okui performs theme song for The Shield of Aigis
    Summary
    Alchemist revealed today that Masami Okui will be performing the theme song for the new opening sequence being prepared for the PS2 version of The Sheld of Aigis. The PC to PS2 port will also have a number of other added musical tracks.POSTED AT 17:37
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    Konami shares MGS4 password for Altair Suit
    Summary
    Konami shared two new passwords for Metal Gear Solid 4 today, giving players easy access to the Type 17 pistol and Old Snake's Altair costume.POSTED AT 17:33
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    11eye set for Xbox 360
    Summary
    5pb. will be bringing 11eye to the Xbox 360. The PC original is an adults-only adventure released from Lass earlier this year.POSTED AT 17:23
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    Ryuusei no Rockman 3 goes playable at Rockman Summer Festival
    Summary
    Capcom shared details today on the Rockman Summer Festival. Rockman 9 and Shooting Star Rockman 3 will go playable at the event, which will also feature stage shows, signings, and item sales.POSTED AT 15:23
  • Headline
    Success shows Doubutsu Kisou Tengai at Sacas 08
    Summary
    Success has placed Doubutsu Kisou Tengai on playable demo at Sacas 08, a TBS event that's being held in Akasaka until the end of the month.POSTED AT 15:23
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    Grand Theft Auto IV set for October
    Summary
    Capcom announced a final release date of October 30 for Grand Theft Auto IV. Both the PS3 and 360 versions will sell for 8,390 yen and carry a Z rating.POSTED AT 14:37
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    Xbox 360 tops PlayStation 3 following Vesperia release
    Summary
    Xbox 360 beat the PS3 in the latest Media Create sales report which reflects sales following the release of Tales of Vesperia. The top games for the week, however, were Phantasy Star Portable, Fire Emblem, and Rhythm Tengoku.POSTED AT 11:23
August 18, 2008 -- Monday
  • Headline
    Kamen no Maid Guy set for PSP
    Summary
    AC Gateway posted a teaser site today for a PSP adaptation of Kamen no Maid Guy. The game was previously unannounced.POSTED AT 22:33
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    Square Enix opens orders for Final Fantasy XI pendant
    Summary
    Square Enix opened up orders today for the first item in the FFXI Players Collection. Orders for the Tidal Talisman will be accepted until September 1.POSTED AT 20:18
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    Mega Man 9 story detailed
    Summary
    Capcom shared details and screens today for the Mega Man 9 storyline. The upcoming WiiWare download will go on demo at this weekend's Rockman Summer Festival.POSTED AT 18:43
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    Capcom releasing Mega Man sports drink
    Summary
    Capcom is teaming up with Apris for a drink based off a Rockman energy capsule item. The 130 yen beverage will be available later this month.POSTED AT 18:33
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    Famitsu posts correction on Last Remnant release date
    Summary
    Famitsu.com posted a correction today over a Last Remnant date disclosed in a sister publication. The PS3 version of the game is listed for 11/20 when it should be TBA.POSTED AT 18:23
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    THQ Japan brings Wall-E games to Japan
    Summary
    THQ Japan detailed the Japanese release of the Wall-E video game conversion today. Here, the game will be released for the PS3, Wii and DS.POSTED AT 17:23
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    NTTBP expands Nintendo Spot Service
    Summary
    NTTBP started an expanded version of the Nintendo Spot trial service today, adding new downloadable content for DS owners, including news, rankings and quiz shows.POSTED AT 17:23
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    Capcom releases Fate/Tiger Colosseum cards
    Summary
    Capcom released today a set of collectors' cards for Fate/Tiger Colosseum. The 53 cards can be purchased in packs of 8 from Capcom's e-commerce site.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Win Satoko Kiyuzuki shikishi in Amazon.co.jp Knights in the Nightmare campaign
    Summary
    Sting and Amazon.co.jp are pairing up for a Knights in the Nightmare pre-order campaign that will give four lucky fans a shikishi illustrated by character designer Satoko Kiyuzuki.POSTED AT 15:39
  • Headline
    EA promotes Battlefield Bad Company through maid cafe
    Summary
    EA announced today a promotional tie-up between the PS3 version of Battlefield Bad Company and a chain of Akihabara maid cafes called Pinafore.POSTED AT 15:29
  • Headline
    Microsoft gets green with Atsumare Pinata 2
    Summary
    Microsoft shared details today on a bonus campaign for Atsumare! Pinata 2. Early purchasers will get a couple of special cards and see their purchase turned into a tree planted on Mindoro Island in the Philippines.POSTED AT 14:23
August 19, 2008 -- Tuesday
  • Headline
    Fragile, Sky Crawlers, Macross to be playable at C3xHOBBY
    Summary
    Bandai Namco has shared its gaming lineup for the upcoming C3xHOBBY character hobby event. Upcoming titles like Fragile and Sky Crawlers will see their playable debuts at the event.POSTED AT 21:30
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    Sony formally announces National Geographic tie-up for Afrika
    Summary
    Sony formally announced today that it has teamed up with National Geographic for the production of Afrika. The PS3 virtual safari sim has been supervised by the magazine's editors and will also feature high resolution National Geographic images and videos.POSTED AT 18:30
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    Final Fantasy III set for Ultimate Hits -- Retailer
    Summary
    Online retailers have posted a listing for an Ultimate Hits version of Final Fantasy III. The DS remake will apparently be going low priced on October 23.POSTED AT 18:23
  • Headline
    Sega, Moss team up for shooting festival
    Summary
    Sega and Moss are sponsoring an upcoming shooter event. Set for August 30, the event will feature demos of Raiden IV, Thunder Force VI and Fantasy Zone Complete Collection.POSTED AT 17:55
  • Headline
    Shigeru Izumiya and Shidou Nakamura to appear in Yakuza 3
    Summary
    Sega announced today that singer Shigeru Izumiya and actor Shidou Nakamura will join the voice acting staff for Yakuza 3. The two talents will perform currently undisclosed roles.POSTED AT 16:05
  • Headline
    Spike delays The Bourne Conspiracy
    Summary
    Spike has announced a delay in the Japanese release of The Bourne Conspiracy. The movie-to-game conversion will miss its October 30 release date.POSTED AT 14:23
August 20, 2008 -- Wednesday
  • Headline
    Microsoft details Atsumare Pinata planting plan
    Summary
    Microsoft shared details today on the reforestation program it will be supporting through Atsumare! Pinata 2. As previously disclosed, for every copy sold of the game's first print run, Microsoft will plant a tree on the Philippines Mindoro Island.POSTED AT 21:33
  • Headline
    Phantasy Star Portable download content hits tomorrow
    Summary
    Sega shared details today on the second round of download content for Phantasy Star Portable. The publisher says to expect new content to arrive every month from now on.POSTED AT 20:48
  • Headline
    Gamelot brings Pool to WiiWare
    Summary
    Famitsu.com revealed today that Gameloft's Midnight Pool will be coming to Japan under the name Hamaru Billiards. The WiiWare title offers three modes of play and a combination of pointer and motion-based controls.POSTED AT 20:17
  • Headline
    Grasshopper Manufacturer throwing 10th anniversary bash
    Summary
    Grasshopper Manufacturer has announced plans an event to commemorate its 10th anniversary. Suda 51 and guests will converge on Roppongi for two days in September.POSTED AT 19:56
  • Headline
    Square Enix formally announces Ultimate Hits DS titles
    Summary
    Square Enix confirmed today that the DS will be joining the Ultimate Hits lineup. Four games, including FFIII and FFXII: Revenant Wings will go budget in late October.POSTED AT 17:10
  • Headline
    Tecmo boss Yoshimi Yasuda resigns
    Summary
    Tecmo announced today via its corporate website that CEO Yoshimi Yasuda will be resigning due to personal reasons. He will be replaced by current chairman Yasuharu Kakihara.POSTED AT 16:45
  • Headline
    Microsoft apologizes for Xbox 360 shortages
    Summary
    Microsoft issued an apology via the Xbox.jp website today over Xbox 360 shortages. The company promises more standard models in September.POSTED AT 16:10
  • Headline
    Final Fantasy IV: The After updated with Kain chapter
    Summary
    Square Enix made available today the 9th chapter in the FFIV: The After saga. Kain is the star of this latest chapter as the series approaches its end.POSTED AT 15:09
August 21, 2008 -- Thursday
  • Headline
    Infinite Undiscovery download content hits Marketplace
    Summary
    Square Enix made available today download content for Infinite Undiscovery. Available a couple of weeks before the game's release are two theme and icon packs.POSTED AT 22:06
  • Headline
    Become king of the night in new DS host sim
    Summary
    The latest Simple DS Series game offers players a chance to live the life of a host. After picking up girls from hunt spots around town, your duties involve sweet talking the girls into buying pricey food and drinks, all so that you can become the top host within a month.POSTED AT 20:36
  • Headline
    New DS title promises ten million yen in three years
    Summary
    Famitsu.com has posted a first report on KK Best Seller's New Money Knowledge DS Training. Supervised by economist Takuro Morinaga, the title offers tips for saving and making investments.POSTED AT 19:56
  • Headline
    Square Enix holds Lord of Vermilion beginner's campaign
    Summary
    Square Enix will be holding a two phase campaign for Lord of Vermilion designed to benefit beginner players. The first phase kicks off tomorrow and will increase the chance of getting high level items.POSTED AT 17:15
  • Headline
    Nintendo releasing first party straps for Wiimote
    Summary
    Nintendo announced today a set of colored straps for the Wiimote. The traps will be released individually for 300 yen and in a set for 1,000 yen.POSTED AT 14:58
  • Headline
    Sony announces wireless key pad for Japan
    Summary
    Sony announced today a Japanese release for the wireless keypad that was first unveiled at the Games Convention event in Germany yesterday. The device will be released here before the end of the year.POSTED AT 14:44
  • Headline
    Sony details final The Last Guy release
    Summary
    Sony shared today details on the final release for The Last Guy. Different from the Japan-only sampler version, the full release will include stages from throughout the world.POSTED AT 14:11
  • Headline
    PSP-3000 set for October
    Summary
    Sony Japan announced today a Japanese release for the PSP-3000. The revised system, which features an improved screen, a built-in microphone, and support for analogue television output of game play, will be released in three colors in October.POSTED AT 13:11
August 22, 2008 -- Friday
  • Headline
    Bionic Commando Rearmed tops 110,000 downloads
    Summary
    Bionic Commando series producer Ben Judd, in a posting at the official Bionic Commando blog today, revealed that Rearmed has topped the 110,000 mark in worldwide sales since its release last week. He describes this as a relative success.POSTED AT 23:31
  • Headline
    Rune Factory to ship with actual turnip seeds
    Summary
    Marvelous Entertainment updated the Rune Factory Frontier official site today with details on the game's voice acting staff. It also gave a preliminary look at the game's pre-order bonus, which includes turnip seeds along with vocal instructions on how to plant them.POSTED AT 23:23
  • Headline
    Trusty Bell bonus disc detailed
    Summary
    Bandai Namco shared today details on the pre-order bonus item it will be giving away with the PS3 version of Trusty Bell. The DVD bonus includes interviews with and commentary from the voice acting staff.POSTED AT 22:33
  • Headline
    Sony announces PSP x FON service
    Summary
    Sony announced today the start of the PSP x FON service. PSP users will now be able to connect to FON access points throughout the nation and access PSP download content.POSTED AT 22:08
  • Headline
    Monster Hunter becomes a card game
    Summary
    Famitsu.com reports today that Capcom will be releasing a card game based off the Monster Hunter series this October. The game will start off with a starter deck and booster packs and will see seasonal card updates.POSTED AT 21:48
  • Headline
    Mega Man beverage to be sold at Mega Man event
    Summary
    Capcom revealed today that the Mega Man E-Can sports drink will be sold in advance at this weekend's Mega Man Summer Festival event. Attendees who do buy the drink, however, are asked to not actually drink it inside the event spacePOSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    Sony reveals Bleach Soul Carnival bonus item
    Summary
    Sony unveiled today a pre-order bonus item for Bleach: Soul Carnival. The latest PSP take on the anime franchise will reward buyers with a free strap.POSTED AT 21:15
  • Headline
    New Shin Sangoku Musou 5 general introduced
    Summary
    Koei unveiled today the latest general for Shin Sangoku Musou 5 Special. Getsuei will join the PS2 port's story mode, making use of a new weapon.POSTED AT 20:36
  • Headline
    Konami shares MGS4 password for Patriot
    Summary
    Konami shared today round three of its Metal Gear Solid 4 password updates. The new passwords unlock two weapons, including the Patriot.POSTED AT 20:02
  • Headline
    EA limiting PS3 Battlefield demo downloads to 50,000
    Summary
    Electronic Arts has released a demo for the PS3 version of Battlefield Bad Company. The demo is limited to 50,000 downloads.POSTED AT 18:55
  • Headline
    Sony releasing upcoming PSP titles as full downloads
    Summary
    Sony announced today that two of its higher profile first party PSP offerings will be available in both download and retail form. Bleach Soul Carnival and Yuusha no Kuse ni Namaiki Da or2 will each be 1,000 yen cheaper when downloaded.POSTED AT 18:08
  • Headline
    Capcom bundles fighters on PS2
    Summary
    Capcom will be bundling Hyper Street Fighter II with Darkstalkers Collection and Capcom VS SNK 2 with Street Fighter III 3rd Strike for two PS2 value packs. A bonus DVD will be included for early purchasers.POSTED AT 17:43
  • Headline
    Space Invaders gets final release date
    Summary
    Taito shared today a final release date for Space Invaders Get Even. The WiiWare revival will be released on August 26 as a starter pack and three paid stage download packs.POSTED AT 17:20
  • Headline
    Rhythm Tengoku, DS top sales charts
    Summary
    The DS topped Media Create's hardware and software charts this week as Xbox 360 settled down following last week's Tales of Vesperia-inspired sales burst.POSTED AT 11:31
August 23, 2008 -- Saturday
  • Headline
    Unreal Tournament 3 appears at Battlefield Bad Company maid cafe
    Summary
    Electronic Arts opened up its Battlefield Bad Company maid cafe as promised on Saturday. Dengeki.com and Famitsu.com filed reports from the cafe's opening ceremony.POSTED AT 22:15
  • Headline
    Solid Snake lends voice to Maplus P2
    Summary
    The voice actor for Solid Snake is the latest celebrity guest to appear in Edia's Maplus P2 GPS software. PSP owners can download the Akio Otsuka navigation data for 880 yen.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    Suikoden set for DS
    Summary
    Famitsu.com has posted first details and screens for Genso Suikoden Tiekresis, a new DS entry in Konami's classic RPG series.POSTED AT 18:23
August 24, 2008 -- Sunday
August 25, 2008 -- Monday
  • Headline
    Idol Master download content detailed
    Summary
    Bandai Namco has shared details on its August download contents update for Idol Master Live for You. Round seven of the game's downloads features a sports theme.POSTED AT 23:52
  • Headline
    Wii karaoke game dated
    Summary
    Hudson Soft has announced via its official release schedule a date for the retail version of Karaoke Joysound Wii. The karaoke title is scheduled to be released in both package and download forms.POSTED AT 23:45
  • Headline
    Alien Crush Returns detailed ahead of release
    Summary
    Hudson provided details today on Alien Crush Returns, a WiiWare revival of the classic PC Engine pinball game. Set for release tomorrow, the game will feature online play for up to four players.POSTED AT 23:15
  • Headline
    Kenka Bancho set for PSP
    Summary
    Spike announced today the third entry in the Kenka Bancho series. Set for the PSP, the game will feature ad-hoc support.POSTED AT 22:35
  • Headline
    Raiden IV pushed back a month
    Summary
    Citing some last minute bugs, Moss announced today a delay in the release of Raiden IV. The 360 port will now arrive on October 2.POSTED AT 22:25
  • Headline
    Namco to release two versions of Tales of Hearts
    Summary
    Tales of Hearts will be released in two packages, one featuring CG movies and the other anime movies. This was announced at the game's official site, which was also updated with new character and gameplay information.POSTED AT 21:33
  • Headline
    Konami details Metal Gear Online tournament
    Summary
    Konami shared details today on this weekend's tournament to determine Japan's representatives for the Metal Gear Online World Championships. The Kanto and Kansai areas will both have their own events.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    Momotaro Dentetsu 20th Anniversary dated
    Summary
    Hudson announced today a final release date for Momotaro Dentetsu 20th Anniversary. The DS title will arrive on December 18 and will feature online play -- a first for the series.POSTED AT 20:28
  • Headline
    Ad Watch Vol.2: The Monhan
    Strapline
    A billboard for Capcom's Japan-conquering Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G.POSTED AT 18:05
  • Headline
    Look, everyone -- Sprites!
    Strapline
    Sprite art for the main Mega Man castPOSTED AT 02:13
August 26, 2008 -- Tuesday
  • Headline
    Wall of Shame: Debut Edition
    Summary
    A new column looking at games that see their prices slashed at retail. The debut game is, unfortunately, Metal Gear Solid 4.POSTED AT 21:35
  • Headline
    Valkyrie Profile, Drag-on on Dragoon to feature in Lord of Vermilion
    Summary
    Famitsu.com has a report today on a new version of Square Enix's Lord of Vermilion. The arcade title will soon feature characters from Valkyrie Profile and Drag-on Dragoon.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    Z-Kai to educate via DSvision
    Summary
    Z-Kai announced today that it will distribute educational content through the DSvision download service. In the future, the company plans on making use of the DS's dual screen capabilities.POSTED AT 19:23
  • Headline
    Space Invaders Get Even impressions
    Summary
    Hands-on impressions from the final WiiWare release of Space Invaders Get Even. Can the game overcome Taito's odd pricing scheme?POSTED AT 18:23
  • Headline
    Sony announces Hot Shots Golf and Mainichi Issyo tie-up
    Summary
    Sony will be pairing up Mainichi Issyo and Hot Shots Golf 5 for a series of collaborative events and download content offerings. The first tie-up will take place on Thursday with paid downloads for both titles.POSTED AT 18:23
  • Headline
    Microsoft opens registrations for Gamefest Japan 2008
    Summary
    Microsoft opened up general registrations today for Gamefest Japan 2008. The event will take place next week in Tokyo and will feature seminars for pro and amateur game developers.POSTED AT 18:23
  • Headline
    WWE Smackdown set for Japan
    Summary
    THQ Japan announced today a Japanese release for WWE 2009 SmackDown vs Raw. Domestically, the game will be released on the PS3 this Winter.POSTED AT 17:33
  • Headline
    Saikyo Ginsei Reversi detailed ahead of release
    Summary
    Silver Star Japan has provided final details on Saikyo Ginsei Reversi. The WiiWare reversi game is set for release on September 2.POSTED AT 15:38
  • Headline
    WiiWare O-e-kaki Logic gets third download pack
    Summary
    G Mode made available today the third expansion pack for O-e-kaki Logic. The WiiWare title will see five expansions in all by the end of October.POSTED AT 13:23
August 27, 2008 -- Wednesday
  • Headline
    Sting announces Knights in the Nightmare soundtrack
    Summary
    5pb. will release a soundtrack for Knights in the Nightmare on September 26, the day after the game's release. The two disc set includes a special sleeve and color booklet.POSTED AT 22:23
  • Headline
    PSP Crosses 10 million again
    Summary
    Enterbrain reported today that the PSP has topped the ten million mark in domestic sales. The firm's report comes about a month following a similar report from rival tracking firm Media Create.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    G Darius, Bomberman Racing join Game Archives
    Summary
    A handful of PlayStation classics, including shooter Darius Plus and cartoony racer Bomberman Fantasy Race, await PS3 and PSP owners in the latest update to the Game Archives.POSTED AT 20:13
  • Headline
    Nikkei BP plans live music event for Tokyo Game Show
    Summary
    Nikkei BP detailed GMT 2008, a live concert event set to be held at the Tokyo Game Show. Musicians like GhM Sound Team and Tenori-on will appear at the event. POSTED AT 18:38
  • Headline
    PS3 Guitar Hero 3 downloads start
    Summary
    Activision made available today download content for the PS3 version of Guitar Hero 3. The track selection is similar to the 360 list that was released back in July.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    New Nippon Ichi title features Prinny in starring role
    Summary
    A retailer has let slip first details on a new action game from Nippon Ichi. The PSP title will star Prinny from the Disgaea series.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Major League Eating set for Japan
    Summary
    Warashi announced today a Japanese release for Major League Eating. The WiiWare title debuted overseas last month through Mastiff.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Aero Guitar pushed back
    Summary
    Yudo has formally announced a delay for Aero Guitar. The WiiWare guitar sim will now arrive on September 9.POSTED AT 15:29
August 28, 2008 -- Thursday
  • Headline
    Metal Slug 7 soundtrack hits iTunes
    Summary
    Team Entertainment made available today via iTunes an 18-track soundtrack for Metal Slug 7.POSTED AT 22:35
  • Headline
    Sega to show new arcade games at AM Show
    Summary
    Sega has opened up a special website detailing its plans for the upcoming Amusement Machine Show. Games like Harley Davidson, Hummer, and Touch Striker will see their debuts at the event.POSTED AT 22:23
  • Headline
    Gametech details PSP charger stand
    Summary
    Gametech shared details today on the Stand Charger P2, a stand for the PSP-2000 that lets you charge your system while enjoying hands-free media.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    The King of Fighters XII to see playable debut at AM Show
    Summary
    The King of Fighters XII will be on playable display at the Amusement Machine Show in September, SNK Playmore announced today. The title will be in the AMI booth.POSTED AT 19:38
  • Headline
    Sony details Japanese video download plans
    Summary
    Sony shared final details on the Japanese launch of its PlayStation 3 video download service. Xam'd: Lost Memories will lead the service on September 24, followed by anime titles from Aniplex and Bandai Channel.POSTED AT 18:37
  • Headline
    5pb offers fans Memories Off present
    Summary
    5pb will be giving a special telephone card to those who purchase all five Memories Off games for the PSP. An image will be posted to the Memories Off website this fall.POSTED AT 16:30
August 29, 2008 -- Friday
  • Headline
    Nintendo raises earnings expectations
    Summary
    Citing a weaker yen and strong performance for the DS and Wii in international markets, Nintendo today upped its sales and earnings forecasts for the current year. The company expects to cross the two trillion yen mark in sales this year.POSTED AT 22:36
  • Headline
    Konami ups reward points for Metal Gear Online tournament
    Summary
    Konami announced today that it has upped the reward point bonus for attendees of this weekend's Metal Gear Online tournament. Attendees will now walk home with 2,000 points rather than the originally announced 500 points.POSTED AT 22:23
  • Headline
    Secret of Mana set for Virtual Console
    Summary
    Nintendo unveiled the September Virtual Console lineup today. Included in the lineup of 12 titles is the classic Square action-RPG Secret of Mana.POSTED AT 21:29
  • Headline
    Nippon Ichi makes Prinny game official
    Summary
    Nippon Ichi confirmed retail reports from earlier in the week with the formal announcement today of a PSP game starring Disgaea mascot character Prinny. This first Nipon Ichi PSP title is set for November 20 release.POSTED AT 21:23
  • Headline
    EA details The Wanted Campaign for Unreal Tournament 3
    Summary
    EA detailed today the The Wanted campaign, which will reward top Unreal Tournament 3 players with cash prizes of 100,000 yen.POSTED AT 18:39
  • Headline
    Tenchu 4 soundtrack detailed, official site updated
    Summary
    Tenchu 4 will be getting a soundtrack, From Software revealed today. The game's website was also updated with a new trailer ahead of a full site renewal planned for September. POSTED AT 17:39
  • Headline
    Konami shares final MGS4 password set
    Summary
    Konami shared today the fifth and final round of item passwords for Metal Gear Solid 4. The new codes unlock an accessory and an iPod song.POSTED AT 17:23
  • Headline
    Higurashi bonus items detailed
    Summary
    Alchemist shared final details today on the releases for Higurashi Daybreak Portable for the PSP and Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kizuna for the DS. Both versions will have limited editions full of bonus items.POSTED AT 17:23
  • Headline
    Retailer unveils new DS Bomberman game
    Summary
    A retailer has shared first details on Custom Battler Bomberman, a new DS Bomberman game in which players customize their Bomberman characters prior to battle.POSTED AT 17:23
  • Headline
    Chrono Trigger gets release date and pre-order bonus
    Summary
    Square Enix announced today a final release date for the DS remake of Chrono Trigger, and also detailed a bonus soundtrack for pre-orderers.POSTED AT 17:23
  • Headline
    Bandai Namco announces Gundam Musou sequel
    Summary
    Bandai Namco Games today formally announced Gundam Musou 2 for the PS3, Xbox 360, and PS2. Details on the game will be shared at a stage show at this weekend's C3xHOBBY event.POSTED AT 16:38
  • Headline
    Tecmo comments on Square Enix buyout bid
    Summary
    Tecmo has issued a preliminary statement in response to Square Enix's announcement of a takeover bid today. The statement simply states that Tecmo is looking into an appropriate response and hasn't reached a final decision.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Juggler set for DS
    Summary
    Commseed announced today Juggler DS, a DS conversion of the popular Juggler series of pachinko machines.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Akuma goes playable in Street Fighter IV
    Summary
    Capcom announced today that Akuma will be going playable in the arcade version of Street Fighter IV. The series favorite dark fighter first appeared as a CPU combatant last week.POSTED AT 16:30
  • Headline
    Zwei!! set for PSP
    Summary
    Nihon Falcom announced today a PSP version of the classic PC action RPG Zwei!!. The new version will feature a newly recorded and arranged soundtrack and new voice overs.POSTED AT 14:23
  • Headline
    Sega to put fan artwork into new Wii Sonic game
    Summary
    Sega has shared details on an art contest that will see top-notch Sonic fan art appear in an upcoming Wii Sonic game.POSTED AT 14:23
  • Headline
    Square Enix plans friendly buyout of Tecmo
    Summary
    Square Enix offered preliminary details today on a friendly buyout plan that would turn Tecmo into a subsidiary similar to Taito. Further details will be provided at a press conference scheduled for 13:00 today.POSTED AT 11:57
  • Headline
    DS Lite, Winning Eleven top Media Create sales charts
    Summary
    Media Create issued today its sales recap for August 18 to August 24. DS Lite topped hardware for the period, with Winning Eleven 2008 Club Championship for the PS2 claiming tops in software.POSTED AT 11:31
August 30, 2008 -- Saturday
  • Headline
    Searching for Xbox 360
    Strapline
    Is the Xbox 360 really sold out in Japan? Really? Really really?POSTED AT 21:23
August 31, 2008 -- Sunday
  • Headline
    Fragile Impressions
    Strapline
    Trying out Bandai Namco's new action RPGPOSTED AT 23:23
  • Headline
    Sky Crawlers hands-on
    Strapline
    Trying out the new Wii flight game from the people who made Ace CombatPOSTED AT 20:33
  • Headline
    C3xHOBBY Survived
    Strapline
    Not that anyone has ever not made it out alive from a character goods event...POSTED AT 15:43
  • Headline
    I AM READY FOR C3xHOBBY
    Strapline
    ... but is it ready for me?POSTED AT 08:32

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