Nicalis, Inc. continues to impress with the wildly varied roster for their upcoming fighting game Blade Strangers with the addition of Isaac, from the adorably disturbing rogue-like, The Binding of Isaac. The publisher has been announcing characters with rapid fire pacing, with Gunvolt and Quote showcased just days apart.
As you can tell by Isaac’s tears, the guy’s seen some things, and he’s not afraid to let loose for victory. The Studio Saizensen-developed title is sure to house even more surprises once it releases for PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC this summer.
While there may be some contention out there for what day today is exactly, Bandai Namco is giving away in-game items for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 and Dragon Ball FighterZ in honor of Goku day, a nationally recognized holiday in Japan.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 players will receive double XP throughout the duration of the event alongside Goku’s Jacket and 59 TP medals once the event is over. Combined with the 40 Ton Weights Super Soul, which doubles the amount of XP gained, this is the perfect opportunity to level up your custom characters.
Dragon Ball FighterZ‘s reward is a bit smaller, but still neat. Simply logging into the game grants the “Timeless Legend” title for your Player Card. While certainly cool, perhaps a special lobby avatar or character color for Goku would have been more exciting. That being said, a gift is a gift, and that’s nice enough in itself.
It’s #GokuDay! And to celebrate we’re giving away some in-game items for Xenoverse 2:
– Goku’s Jacket (After the event is over)
– XP you receive will be doubled
– 59 TP Medals (After the event is over)
Dragon Ball FighterZ (Starts at 10am PT):
Goku-themed title “Timeless Legend” pic.twitter.com/wT0VFvq7qp
You may be wondering why May 9, also known as Piccolo day, was chosen for Goku day. The reasoning is actually quite straightforward. In Japanese, Go means 5 and Ku means 9. Go figure! Act fast, because these gifts are more than likely only available today.
Oh yeah, and I guess its also Krillin day too, so don’t forget about him!
The cheerful shocker and the toucan protector join in on the fun.
NIS America has released a character announcement trailer for SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy showcasing two new characters for the title: the former NESTS Agent, Sylvie, and the Colombian dancer, Zarina. Both newcomers were introduced in the previous main entry, The King of Fighters XIV, and offer both unique playstyles and strong personalities.
SNK and NIS America recently discussed the character customization feature as well! Be sure to take a look at all of the ways you can perfect the look of your ladies-only tag team!
SNK Heroines: Tag Team Frenzy releases on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch on September 7.
The veteran ninja returns to the Stage of History — a bit before schedule.
Bandai Namco looks like its gotten into the habit of releasing content a little early, because it looks like SoulCalibur VI just got the same treatment as Vegito. Taki — a returning fighter who has been a mainstay in the franchise until SoulCalibur V — has been announced for SoulCalibur VI with a mystical new look. The fighter now appears to be super-charged by magic kanji that glow before using her special attacks.
The trailer was released on the Japanese video sharing site Niconico, but was taken down shortly afterward. The folks at Avoiding the Puddle were able to capture the trailer, and have shared it online. Check out Taki’s new look and deadly acrobatics in her reveal trailer below!
“What do you call a Vegeta and a Goku? Vegito sounds alright.”
Seemingly out of nowhere, Bandai Namco Entertainment announced the rumored and anticipated fighter Vegito (SSGSS) for Dragon Ball FighterZ with his character trailer on its Bandai Namco Entertainment Taiwan Facebook page. As of this writing, the video has yet to be shared by other Bandai Namco Entertainment outlets, but has been spread online by fans and other news sources.
Vegito (SSGSS), also commonly referred to as Vegito Blue, perfectly embodies the expert technique of Goku and the raw strength of Vegeta, along with his own unique moves to set the fused Saiyan apart. Expect a release date for the fighter, alongside the previously announced Zamasu (Fused) to be announced soon.
The character trailer below by Bandai Namco Entertainment was captured and shared by ShonenGames.
“Pretty sneaky, sis, but you just activated my trap card!”
Arc System Works recently broadcast its promised Arc Nama stream for BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle that showcased the next batch of DLC characters, gameplay for RWBY heavy-hitter Yang Xiao Long, and open beta details.
After a brief introduction, Arc System Works unveiled the characters that will be included in Cross Character Pack 3. Naoto Shirogane’s precision is as deadly as ever, Vatista’s energy attacks are looking devastating, and Hakumen is back doing what he does best.
Later on in the stream, viewers get a first look at Yang’s combat capabilities. Yang is a swift brawler with both close and ranged attacks thanks to her Dual Ranged Shot Gauntlets. Yang reloads her weapons after every combo, which is a very nice detail. The gameplay segment is brief, but expect more footage to come in the future now that she’s been officially showcased.
Those looking to specifically watch the segment that details the DLC characters can start at 12:56, and those wanting to go straight to the Yang gameplay can head over to the 27:23 mark. The stream in its entirety can be found below!
The last major tidbit of information details the open beta for the title. Those who purchased the digital copy of the game on the PlayStation Store will have early access to the beta, beginning on May 9 at 12:00 a.m. PT. The beta will become completely open on May 12 at 12:00 a.m. PT on the PlayStation Store. Nintendo Switch owners will have access to the beta as well, starting on May 11 12:00 a.m. PT. The beta ends for all players on May 14 8:00 a.m. PT. At this time, the beta appears to be Japan-only, but that may change with further clarification to come.
The beta will consist of all 20 playable characters, an offline VS Mode, Tactics Mode for practicing, and an online Casual Lobby. The beta will still be active after the testing period ends, but more as an extended demo. Pre-orders from PSN will grant players access to continued play with all 20 characters while everyone else will have their roster reduced to Ragna the Bloodedge, Hyde, Yu Narukami, and Ruby Rose.
Arc System Works later released a trailer specifically for the DLC characters which can be found below. The video itself is a snippet from the stream, but it is nice to have it as a standalone video so viewers can hit that replay button over and over without needing to scroll back to where the announcement started.
BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle will launch on May 31 in Japan and June 5 in North America on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Now to get those character colors I’ve always wanted!
Those still seeking perfect color coordination for their team in Dragon Ball FighterZ are in luck. Bandai Namco is offering 300,000 Zeni as a gift to celebrate the release of the DLC characters Bardock and Broly.
There’s no catch! Just logging into the game nets players the spoils. This event has been confirmed to work in North America as well as Europe, so when Bandai Namco says “every player” it seems like they mean it!
Please let us know what cool items you unlock in the comment section and if the event is live for your region.
Now to unlock the pink color for Goku Black to complete my Super Saiyan Goku Ranger squad!
Hello FighterZ, we are giving out 300,000 Zeni to every player today to celebrate the release of Broly and Bardock in DRAGON BALL FighterZ!
Connect to the online lobby to collect it to spend on Z Capsules at the in-game shop! pic.twitter.com/Qc53nPwpCp
Have Geralt’s adventures in SoulCalibur VI joined The Witcher canon?
Bandai Namco has released a look at the development for Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher franchise within SoulCalibur VI. Developers from CD Projekt Red have been working closely with the SoulCalibur VI team ensuring that Geralt is as authentic as possible, while still fitting perfectly within the fighting game universe.
Also, according to Borys Pugacz-Muraszkiewicz, the Director of English Adaptations from CD Projekt Red, Geralt’s inclusion in SoulCaliburVI can be viewed as more than just a guest character cameo. “…Geralt’s romp into the world of SoulCalibur VI could be considered an extension of the interdimensional travel he did in The Witcher 3,” said Pugacz-Muraszkiewicz.
Check out the complete showcase below, and see the dedication the developers are exhibiting to ensure their beloved character meets the expectations of players of both The Witcher and SoulCalibur.
The White Wolf combines might and magic to fell any foe.
Bandai Namco confirms previous rumors with the announcement of Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher coming to SoulCalibur VI as the title’s guest character. The modern gaming icon fits perfectly with the rest of the SoulCalibur cast thanks to his historic design — and acerbic attitude.
Geralt will be available on all platforms, no console exclusivity here! Players will get to transcend history and the world as Geralt and the rest of the SoulCalibur VI cast on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC later this year.
Check out the trailer showcasing Geralt, the Hater of Portals, and his powerful abilities for yourself below!
No blue hair for Broly — but these classy colors will do!
Famitsu released a quick look at the content that will be included in the first Dragon Ball FighterZ DLC release. FighterZ Pack 1: Broly will include the Legendary Super Saiyan, six colors, a lobby avatar, and one Z Stamp. The pricing and release date has yet to be announced, but according to last month’s V-Jump, this information should be available soon.
Chibi-Broly, while still intimidating, is somehow adorable. (He was still kind of scary in Dragon Ball Fusions) I’m also digging the fact that the fighter’s gems change color in accordance with the scheme selected. Also, could Broly’s red and black color scheme be a reference to the character’s canon counterpart, Kale?? Gotta love the confidence emanating from that Z Stamp, by the way.
The trailer for Broly was released yesterday and can be found here for your viewing pleasure. The images showcasing Broly’s additional content are displayed in a gallery below! Those wondering about Bardock — the next DLC character for Dragon Ball FighterZ — shouldn’t have to wait long. Bandai Namco is currently teasing new information for the fighter after they nap off the hype.
