Blog Posts For January 2009

January 01, 2009 -- Thursday
January 05, 2009 -- Monday
January 06, 2009 -- Tuesday
January 07, 2009 -- Wednesday
January 08, 2009 -- Thursday
January 09, 2009 -- Friday
January 10, 2009 -- Saturday
January 12, 2009 -- Monday
January 13, 2009 -- Tuesday
January 14, 2009 -- Wednesday
January 15, 2009 -- Thursday
January 16, 2009 -- Friday
January 17, 2009 -- Saturday
January 18, 2009 -- Sunday
January 19, 2009 -- Monday
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    DS star navigation software detailed
    Summary
    Astroarts has opened up an official website for Hoshizora Navi, a new DS app that promises to provide its users with a complete reference for star gazing. POSTED AT 23:25
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    Nintendo updates release calendar
    Summary
    Nintendo updated its release calendar today with a full set of March dates for Wii and DS. Rittai Picross is now due for March, with Metroid Prime arriving in February.POSTED AT 22:23
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    Fonfun announces Detective Ryunosuke Doudou sequel
    Summary
    Fonfun announced today a DS sequel to Detective Ryunosuke Doudou Journal. The followup will include new scenarios and updated visuals.POSTED AT 22:12
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    Atelier Annie pushed back to March
    Summary
    Gust announced today a delay in the release of Atelier Annie. Due to trouble involving the limited edition's bundled figure, the game won't make it out until March.POSTED AT 21:30
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    Winning Post World set for Wii, PS3, PS2 and PC
    Summary
    Koei announced today the latest entry in its Winning Post series of horse racing simulation games. Winning Post World offers players a chance to live the derby life as three professions.POSTED AT 20:21
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    Square Enix opens SaGa 2 official site
    Summary
    Square Enix opened up a teaser website today for SaGa 2. The DS remake of the second SaGa series game is set for 2009 release.POSTED AT 19:47
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    Ryu ga Gotoku 3 single CD set for February 25
    Summary
    Sega announced today a 2/25 release date for the Loser CD single. Loser is the theme song for Ryu ga Gotoku 3 and was produced by Eikichi Yazawa.POSTED AT 13:31
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    Final Fantasy VII Advent Children Complete dated
    Summary
    Square Enix shared today a final release date for FFVII Advent Children Complete. The Blu-ray release is notable for gamers because of the inclusion of a Final Fantasy XIII demo.POSTED AT 12:45
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    Street Fighter IV to be promoted at Chinese restaurants
    Summary
    As a surprise announcement at a SFIV tournament on Sunday, Capcom shared first word on a collaboration that will see the brawler promoted at two major Chinese restaurants.POSTED AT 11:23
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    Street Fighter IV online details and more revealed at tournament
    Summary
    In between the preliminary and final rounds of Sunday's Street Fighter IV tournament, Capcom offered up the latest news on the brawler's home versions and on the upcoming movie.POSTED AT 11:15
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    SFIV Tournament: Screens
    Strapline
    Some screenshots of SFIV that may or may not be new.POSTED AT 00:35
January 20, 2009 -- Tuesday
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    Princess Ai Monogatari hits WiiWare
    Summary
    Sun Denshi kicked off the WiiWare version of its Sun Books digital comic service today. Fifteen chapters of Princess Ai Monogatari are now available for download.POSTED AT 23:20
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    Idea Factory forms new girls gaming brand
    Summary
    The Otomate brand is getting a sister through the Otome Forte brand. Focusing on genres outside the adventure field, Otome Forte will kick off on the DS with I Will Protect You.POSTED AT 21:23
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    Hori readies Idol Master SP accessory set
    Summary
    Hori opened up a website today for its latest game-themed accessory set. Set for release to coincide with Idol Master SP, the Idol Master SP Accessory Set includes a series of helpful items for new producers. POSTED AT 20:22
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    Hideo Kojima selects fifteen influential films
    Summary
    Media retailer Tsutaya has started up a campaign introducing patrons to a selection of films that Hideo Kojima says has influenced the Metal Gear Solid series. POSTED AT 19:05
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    Sony updates PSP to 5.03
    Summary
    Sony made available today the latest firmware update for the PSP. Version 5.03 is a minor bug-fix update with no specific feature improvements noted at Sony's official update page.POSTED AT 17:23
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    From Software holds gaming event in Akihabara
    Summary
    Visitors to Akihabara's Yodobashi Camera shop over the weekend will get a chance to sample Ninja Blade, Tenchu 4, and Inugamike no Ichizoku ahead of release. From will also give away presents.POSTED AT 13:45
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    Culdecept DS tournament finals maps available for download
    Summary
    Sega made available for download today two free Culdecept DS maps. Ladybug and Ushi Toshi can be accessed directly via Wi-Fi. They will be used in the upcoming tournament.POSTED AT 13:29
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    Final Fantasy XIII icons appear in Dissidia Final Fantasy
    Summary
    Square Enix's latest password update for Dissidia Final Fantasy unlocks three character icons from Final Fantasy XIII. The passwords can be obtained at the Final Fantasy Mobile site.POSTED AT 12:57
January 21, 2009 -- Wednesday
January 22, 2009 -- Thursday
January 23, 2009 -- Friday
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    Bandai Namco shares .hack//Link character details
    Summary
    Bandai Namco has started sharing screenshots and details for .hack//Link with the online world. The PSP grand finale for the series will see the return of a large cast of past characters.POSTED AT 22:35
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    Sega details Ryu ga Gotoku 3 collaborations
    Summary
    Sega opened the floodgates today on its collaboration campaign for Ryu ga Gotoku 3. The company will team up with Matsuya and other firms for both in-game and out-game promotions.POSTED AT 20:56
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    Konami holds Metal Gear Solid 4, Metal Gear Online screenshot contest
    Summary
    Konami kicked off a screenshot contest today for Metal Gear Solid 4 and Metal Gear Online. Participants will have their shots judged by both their peers and by Hideo Kojima.POSTED AT 20:30
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    Basche and Orthros in latest Dissidia Final Fantasy password update
    Summary
    Square Enix's fifth Dissidia Final Fantasy password update offers friend cards for Basch and Orthros. The cards include tough ghost data and rare items.POSTED AT 19:13
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    Mario Tennis Wii-make tops Media Create charts
    Summary
    Nintendo's third Play on the Wii title was the best selling game in a Media Create sales chart whose upper ranks were dominated by newcomers. Overall, the game market continued to slow following New Years highs.POSTED AT 18:23
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    Star Ocean 4 pre-order soundtrack CD track list finalized
    Summary
    Square Enix shared the final track list today for the Star Ocean 4 pre-order bonus soundtrack CD. The CD consists of songs chosen by fans and development staff.POSTED AT 17:01
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    Gung-Ho plans Zero Chou Aniki demo
    Summary
    Zero Chou Aniki will be getting a demo in February, publisher Gung-Ho announced today. The company also shared screens and character art for the suggestive shooter.POSTED AT 15:29
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    Taiko Drum Master DS series tops a million
    Summary
    Bandai Namco announced today that the two DS Taiko Drum Master games have combined for one million units shipped domestically. Total shipments for the series stands at four million.POSTED AT 14:44
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    Marvelous unveils mystery title: Hero 30
    Summary
    Following a two week countdown, Marvelous unveiled today Hero 30, a new PSP title that promises short bursts of gameplay. Famitsu.com shared further details.POSTED AT 14:20
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    Monster Hunter 3's Borboros creature and desert area detailed
    Summary
    Capcom shared its latest look at Monster Hunter 3 today, providing screens and details for the new Borboros creature and the desert area of play.POSTED AT 00:33
January 26, 2009 -- Monday
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    Japan's engineers favor Nintendo
    Summary
    Nintendo's popularity amongst Japan's educated elite appears to be rising. In a survey asking engineers to name the company they'd most like to work at, the Kyoto gaming giant rose in rank from a similar survey held last year.POSTED AT 23:45
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    Capcom details Street Fighter IV soundtrack
    Summary
    Capcom will release the SFIV Original Soundtrack on the 25th. The two disc set includes all the SFIV music, remixes of SFII music, and English and Japanese versions of the Exile theme song.POSTED AT 23:30
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    Final Fantasy XIII official site hints at upcoming trailer
    Summary
    Square Enix gave the FFXIII official site its first major update today, sharing details on the latest character, Sazh Katzroy, and also starting off a countdown to a trailer.POSTED AT 23:24
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    Nintendo unveils second round of DSiWare titles
    Summary
    The DSiWare service will receive its second batch of titles on Wednesday. Eight new games, including Solitaire and Puzzle de Pon, will be available for download.POSTED AT 22:23
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    PSP-3000 gets new "carnival" colors
    Summary
    Sony will release four new PSP-3000 colors in March. The vibrant Carnival Colors series will be available in standalone and Value Pack bundles.POSTED AT 22:23
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    Koei bundles Musou Multi-Raid with red PSP-3000
    Summary
    Koei will release the Shin Sangoku Musou Multi Raid with PSP pack opposite Multi Raid's release on the 26th. Included in the bundle is a Radiant Red PSP-3000. POSTED AT 21:35
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    Koei Tecmo Holdings wins shareholder approval
    Summary
    The formation of Koei Tecmo Holdings won approval today at shareholder meetings held by both Koei and Tecmo. The new holding company will open its doors on April 1.POSTED AT 21:23
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    Toshihiro Nagoshi takes Ryu ga Gotoku 3 on tour
    Summary
    Sega shared details today on a tour for Ryu ga Gotoku 3. Starting this weekend, gamers will be able to sample Gotoku 3 in advance and take part in a signing event with producer Toshihiro Nagoshi.POSTED AT 20:23
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    Hori updates Real Arcade Pro EX
    Summary
    Hori opened up pre-orders today for the Real Arcade Pro. EX SE. This updated Xbox 360 joystick uses parts from arcade parts maker Seimitsu Kougyou.POSTED AT 16:30
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    Pony Canyon declares support for DSvision
    Summary
    Am3 announced today that media giant Pony Canyon has joined up with the DSvision download program. First titles from the publisher will be available on the 30th.POSTED AT 16:23
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    New Gundam Musou 2 download content set for Thrusday
    Summary
    Koei announced today the second round of free scenario content for Gundam Musou 2. Five scenarios will arrive on Thursday.POSTED AT 12:43
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    Square Enix details SaGa 2 DS remake
    Summary
    Square Enix shared screens and details today for SaGa 2, the DS remake of the classic Game Boy game of the same name. The update promises new gameplay systems to go along with fully 3D visuals.POSTED AT 12:27
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    From offers Tenchu 4 mobile content
    Summary
    From Software began a new promotion for the PSP version of Tenchu 4. Fans can access the game's mobile site for a Spot the Differences mini game.POSTED AT 11:57
January 27, 2009 -- Tuesday
January 28, 2009 -- Wednesday
January 29, 2009 -- Thursday
January 30, 2009 -- Friday
January 31, 2009 -- Saturday

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