Atlus will bring FuRyu’s The Alliance Alive to 3DS both physically and digitally in the Americas and digitally in Europe in early 2018, the company announced. It will cost $39.99】.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Atlus:
With writing by Yoshitaka Murayama, a vision realized by director Masataka Matsuura, beautiful game designs from Kyoji Koizumi and a stunning score delivered by acclaimed composer Masashi Hamauzu, players will experience the nostalgia delivered by these JRPG greats. With gorgeous world exploration,’ an intertwining story involving nine memorable characters, and strategic, turn-based gameplay mechanics, players won’t want to miss this return to JRPG excellence.
One thousand years ago, Daemons invaded the world of Humans. They subjugated Humanity and created the Great Barrier to separate the realms. The world was thrown into upheaval, and the Dark Current was born. It carved a cross-shaped swath across the ocean, swallowing countless cities in its wake. Humanity was decimated. Hundreds of years later, Daemons rule atop a hierarchical society. However, the time for resistance has come. The world is about to change yet again…
Built on a sprawling world replete with numerous secrets to discover, players will need to establish and unite guilds throughout the four realms while battling the Daemons. Use the “Ignition” system, a part of the turn-based combat that allows for deep customization and nuanced gameplay, to reach an enhanced state and deliver devastating Final Strikes. In The Alliance Alive, players will need to keep their wits about them and think strategically to win each fight!
Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology launch edition announced
Atlus has announced the Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology launch edition.
The launch edition includes stylized character decals and an exclusive art book filled with art from the game for $39.99.
The 3DS update of the DS RPG includes new story content, redesigned character art, more difficulty settings, five new tracks from original composer Yoko Shimomura, and more. Read more here.
Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology is available now for 3DS in Japan, and is due out in the Americas and Europe in early 2018
A demo for Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth is now available to download, Atlus announced.
The demo lets players create their own party using every character and class available in the full game, and travel up until the third floor of the tree. Parties and progress can be transferred to the full game when it launches.
Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth is available now for 3DS in Japan, and will launch in the Americas on October 17 and Europe this fall.
Yo-kai Watch Busters 2 first gameplay
Level-5 debuted the first footage of Yo-kai Watch Busters 2: Treasure Legend Banbaraya during the Japanese Nintendo Direct today.
The game features new equipment called “Treasure Gear” equipment, which are weapons that can be switched up according on the situation, such as to attack multiple surrounding enemies at once or to hit enemies at a distance.
Yo-kai Watch Busters 2: Treasure Legend Banbaraya will launch in Sword and Magnum.
Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions launch trailer
Nintendo has released the launch trailer for Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions.
The game, a remake of the 2003-released Game Boy Advance title Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, sees Mario and Luigi journey to the Beanbean Kingdom with Bowser to restore Princess Peach’s voice.
Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions is due out for 3DS on October 6.
Marvelous has announced Bokujou Monogatari: Futago no Mura+ for 3DS. It is an updated version of the 2010-released DS title, which was called Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns in the west. It will launch on December 14 for 3,980 yen in Japan.
At the start of the game, players can select between types such as “I like animals” and “I like fishing.” The game’s controls have been improved, making it more comfortable to play. Newly added StreetPass support can also send items to other players.
(Editor’s Note: The Bokujou Monogatari series is now published by XSEED Games in the west under the name Story of Seasons. Natsume’s Harvest Moon has become its own series as of 2014’s Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley for 3DS.)
Story of Seasons: The Tale of Two Towns + releases in Japan on December 14, 2017 for 3,980 yen plus tax.
Nintendo has released a six-minute overview trailer for its September-announced 3DS title Kirby: Battle Royale.
The four-player battle game features 13 Kirby copy abilities, including Sword, Hammer, Whip, Bomb, Ice, Spear, Tornado, Cutter, Doctor, Parasol, Beetle, Ninja, and Fighter, and 10 different battle modes, including Assemble! Apple Match, Battle Royale, Treasure Hunting, Attack Riders, Answer! Action Theater, Launch! Rocket Race, VS Robo Bonkers, Smash Hockey, Tossing Train, and Flag Shoot.
Kirby: Battle Royale is due out for 3DS on November 30 in Japan, and on January 19 in North America and Europe.
Nintendo will release a Link green 2DS with orange buttons that comes pre-installed with The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D for $79.99 on Black Friday, the company announced.
Take the role of young Tim Goodman and explore with his talkative partner Pikachu in the action-adventure game Detective Pikachu, coming to systems in the Nintendo 3DS family on March 23, 2018. Tim and this gruff, coffee-drinking Pikachu have teamed up to investigate the disappearance of Tim's father. Look for clues, talk to witnesses, and uncover the secrets of Ryme City!
A special Detective Pikachu amiibo is in the works, too. This amiibo features a sleuthing Pikachu that's larger than the standard amiibo, and when used with your game, it can unlock short videos that may contain helpful hints for your investigation. Check back for details on this special limited-edition amiibo.
New 2DS XL Pikachu Edition launches January 26 in North America
Nintendo will release the New 2DS XL Pikachu Edition in North America on January 26 for $159.99, the company announced.
The New 2DS XL Pikachu Edition has a yellow design and features a close-up of Pikachu’s face.
If you missed the news earlier today, The Pokemon Company announced that it will release Detective Pikachu, an expanded version of the original Nintendo eShop that launched in Japan in 2016, worldwide for 3DS on March 23.