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Arc System Works, the development house responsible for the Guilty Gear and BlazBlue series of fighting games, has announced the first entry in what it mysteriously refers to as its "Adventure Project." The game, Xblaze, will be released this fall on unknown platforms in unknown regions, and may tie in with the BlazBlue universe/mythos.

No further information is yet available, so at this point the game could be virtually anything. In true Rampant Speculation Theatre fashion, our hastily concocted educated guess is as follows: It will be revealed that the "X" in Xblaze is actually pronounced "cross," ala Street Fighter X Tekken. Yes, Xblaze will be the first cross-over fighting game ever to cross over with itself, pitting characters from BlazBlue against characters from, uh, Blazblue.

JoystiqRampant Speculation Theatre presents: 'Xblaze' announced by Arc System Works originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 24 Mar 2012 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arc-system-worksblazblueguilty-gearrampant-speculation-theatrexblazeSat, 24 Mar 2012 17:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Blazblue Continuum Shift 2 being 'considered' for Vita launch]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/07/blazblue-continuum-shift-2-being-considered-for-vita-launch/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/07/blazblue-continuum-shift-2-being-considered-for-vita-launch/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/07/blazblue-continuum-shift-2-being-considered-for-vita-launch/#comments We managed to endure Sony's deafening gathering in the LA Memorial Sports Arena just long enough to spot a PlayStation Vita version of Blazblue: Continuum Shift 2. An Aksys representative tells us it might end up with the subtitle of Continuum Shift 2 +.

The 2D fighter is likely to be a launch title for Sony's new handheld, though Aksys has yet to finalize a release date. Compared to the recently released 3DS and PSP games, the Vita version of Blazblue boasts sharp HD sprites and beautiful, vivid colors, thanks to the system's OLED screen.

Aside from some slowdown we encountered in a Ragna vs. Noel fight, it looks to be an excellent reproduction of the console versions (and will reflect their latest balancing updates). As an added bonus, the smaller screen obscures some of the jagged edges exhibited by the game's large sprites.

The Vita's flat, segmented d-pad played nicely with Blazblue's fast-paced combat, and an Aksys representative said that the development team is thinking of using the rear touchpad for something. Don't force it, guys!

JoystiqBlazblue Continuum Shift 2 being 'considered' for Vita launch originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Jun 2011 03:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesblazblueblazblue-continuum-shift-2e3e3-2011playstationplaystation-vitavitaTue, 07 Jun 2011 03:30:00 EST<![CDATA[While supplies last: BlazBlue shirts for Japan relief]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/29/while-supplies-last-blazblue-shirts-for-japan-relief/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/29/while-supplies-last-blazblue-shirts-for-japan-relief/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/29/while-supplies-last-blazblue-shirts-for-japan-relief/#comments Aksys Games put stuff on sale last month and donated all the proceeds to earthquake relief for Japan. Now it's offering an even more generous charity initiative: it's selling a limited-edition shirt featuring cute BlazBlue characters and the word "hope," for $20. Not only do all the proceeds from sales go to relief efforts, but Aksys will match that contribution.

So, for your $20, $40 ends up going to help Japan, and you get an adorable t-shirt. Not bad! Don't think about it too hard -- according to the announcement, " They are limited in number, so if you want one, I suggest you buy one quickly when they go up."

JoystiqWhile supplies last: BlazBlue shirts for Japan relief originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3dsaksys-gamesblazblueblazblue-continuum-shift-2dsearthquakejapanmicrosoftnintendopcplaystationps3pspshirtsonyxboxFri, 29 Apr 2011 17:35:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue: Continuum Shift patch, new character DLC coming in May]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/17/blazblue-continuum-shift-patch-new-character-dlc-coming-in-may/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/17/blazblue-continuum-shift-patch-new-character-dlc-coming-in-may/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/17/blazblue-continuum-shift-patch-new-character-dlc-coming-in-may/#comments Two updates are coming to the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of BlazBlue: Continuum Shift in May -- one free (to you), and one paid. A patch is being prepared, intended to alter the game balance of the console versions to be in line with the arcade release of Continuum Shift 2.

It will also add new tutorials, new Challenge Mode content for every character, and tweaks and updates to the online mode and its interface. The patch also fixes a problem with Valkenhayn's Achievements in the Xbox 360 version. This won't cost you anything to download, but Aksys will still benefit financially -- the update also puts an ad banner on some in-game screens.

The same month, Aksys will release a new DLC character, Platinum the Trinity, who will have new Achievements and Trophies to unlock. This character will cost $7.99 or 560 Microsoft Points.

Gallery: BlazBlue: Continuum Shift (Platinum DLC)

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JoystiqBlazBlue: Continuum Shift patch, new character DLC coming in May originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-continuum-shiftdlcmicrosoftplaystationps3updatexboxSun, 17 Apr 2011 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue: Continuum Shift 2 shifts to PSP]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/22/blazblue-continuum-shift-2-shifts-to-psp/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/22/blazblue-continuum-shift-2-shifts-to-psp/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/22/blazblue-continuum-shift-2-shifts-to-psp/#commentsArc System Works is preparing another BlazBlue release on PSP, according to a Dengeki report summarized by Andriasang. The new game will be based on BlazBlue: Continuum Shift 2, the latest arcade release, which is itself based on the PS3/Xbox 360 game BlazBlue: Continuum Shift. What that means is that the PSP version will have all the new characters that were added in Continuum Shift, including the three DLC characters.

It also has new additions to the strategy-game-esque Legion mode introduced in the first BlazBlue Portable, along with a new mode called "Abyss Mode," which Dengeki says will be "full of gameplay." What kind of gameplay? Nobody knows! The magazine speculates that it could be a dungeon RPG.

BlazBlue Continuum Shift 2 will be released this spring in Japan. We're checking with Aksys about its plans for North America.

JoystiqBlazBlue: Continuum Shift 2 shifts to PSP originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 22 Dec 2010 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-continuum-shift-2japanplaystationpsprelease-datesonyspring-2011Wed, 22 Dec 2010 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue Continuum Shift DLC discounted now on Xbox Live, Jan. 4 on PSN]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/21/blazblue-continuum-shift-dlc-discounted-now-on-xbox-live-jan-4/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/21/blazblue-continuum-shift-dlc-discounted-now-on-xbox-live-jan-4/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/12/21/blazblue-continuum-shift-dlc-discounted-now-on-xbox-live-jan-4/#comments'Tis the season for Valkenhayn R. Hellsing! It seems that way, at least, as Aksys has announced a sale on BlazBlue: Continuum Shift DLC, including Mr. Hellsing and other downloadable characters.

Today through January 7 on Xbox Live, and from January 4 through January 25 on PSN, you'll be able to pick up all the Continuum Shift downloads at a discount. If you were ever going to pay money for a different color scheme for your characters, now would be the time, since those are half-off. As for more substantive downloads, the unlock for the character Mu-12 is just a dollar, with Makoto and Valkenhayn available for $4.50 each. See the full list after the break.

Continue reading BlazBlue Continuum Shift DLC discounted now on Xbox Live, Jan. 4 on PSN

JoystiqBlazBlue Continuum Shift DLC discounted now on Xbox Live, Jan. 4 on PSN originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksysaksys-gamesblazblueblazblue-continuum-shiftdlcmicrosoftplaystationps3psnxblmxboxxbox-liveTue, 21 Dec 2010 02:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue: Continuum Shift's second DLC character revealed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/10/blazblue-continuum-shifts-second-dlc-character-revealed/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/10/blazblue-continuum-shifts-second-dlc-character-revealed/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/10/blazblue-continuum-shifts-second-dlc-character-revealed/#commentsFiled under: , ,

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift has already seen one DLC character, Makoto. Arc System Works has announced the second at a Japanese event, and it's a familiar face to series fans. Rachel's butler, Valkenhayn Hellsing, will be joining the fight sometime in the near future. We all should have seen this coming: how can someone named Valkenhayn Hellsing not take part in epic battles?

Arc System Works has yet to announce a price or release date for the character, and Aksys Games had no information yet about a stateside release. If the pricing follows Makoto's example, it'll be $7.99, 560 Microsoft Points, or 800 yen.

JoystiqBlazBlue: Continuum Shift's second DLC character revealed originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 10 Aug 2010 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aksys-GamesArc-System-WorksBlazblueBlazBlue-Continuum-ShiftDLCFightingmicrosoftplaystationps3xboxTue, 10 Aug 2010 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[A big media update for the tiny BlayzBloo]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/28/a-big-media-update-for-the-tiny-blayzbloo/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/28/a-big-media-update-for-the-tiny-blayzbloo/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/28/a-big-media-update-for-the-tiny-blayzbloo/#commentsHow much cuteness can you handle today? Is it, like, a lot? If not, just pass this post right by. After the break, we have gameplay footage and dozens of screenshots of BlayzBloo: Super Melee Brawlers Battle Royale, the DSiWare arena fighter starring chibi versions of BlazBlue's characters.

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JoystiqA big media update for the tiny BlayzBloo originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aksys-GamesArc-System-Worksblayzblooblayzbloo-super-melee-brawlers-battle-royaleBlazbluedsDSiWarefightingnintendoWed, 28 Jul 2010 04:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger throws down on PC August 26]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/24/blazblue-calamity-trigger-throws-down-on-pc-august-26/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/24/blazblue-calamity-trigger-throws-down-on-pc-august-26/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/24/blazblue-calamity-trigger-throws-down-on-pc-august-26/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Arc System Works has finally revealed a launch date for the PC port of the first entry in its budding new fighting series, BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger. Japanese gaming site 4Gamer reports Aksys Games is priming the Games For Windows Live version of the frenetic fighter for an August 26 PC release in Japan, for a suggested retail price of ¥5,040 ($58). Consider us thoroughly shocked.

We've contacted Aksys Games for word on whether the PC version will be coming to our neck of the woods. We'll be sure to update you as soon as we hear back. For the console gamers out there, the sequel, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, is set to launch in North America next week.

JoystiqBlazBlue: Calamity Trigger throws down on PC August 26 originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 24 Jul 2010 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerfightingjapanpcSat, 24 Jul 2010 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[See Makoto's combos in this BlazBlue: Continuum Shift trailer]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/13/see-makotos-combos-in-this-blazblue-continuum-shift-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/13/see-makotos-combos-in-this-blazblue-continuum-shift-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/13/see-makotos-combos-in-this-blazblue-continuum-shift-trailer/#comments
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BlazBlue: Continuum Shift is set to launch on July 27 and, soon thereafter, fight fans will be able to download an additional character, Makoto. Rather than provide you with some hum-drum stills of the new character, we've got the next best thing: actual gameplay footage. Peep it past the break.

Gallery: BlazBlue Continuum Shift (Makoto)

Continue reading See Makoto's combos in this BlazBlue: Continuum Shift trailer

JoystiqSee Makoto's combos in this BlazBlue: Continuum Shift trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-continuum-shiftdlcmakotomicrosoftplaystationps3xboxTue, 13 Jul 2010 15:10:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue: Continuum Shift 'Makoto' DLC aims for August release]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/25/blazblue-continuum-shift-makoto-dlc-aims-for-august-release/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/25/blazblue-continuum-shift-makoto-dlc-aims-for-august-release/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/25/blazblue-continuum-shift-makoto-dlc-aims-for-august-release/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Although BlazBlue: Continuum Shift won't be out in America until July 27th, Aksys has unveiled its DLC plans. Makoto Nanaya will be available as a playable premium DLC character in August. Makoto is fast, but has a short reach, making her ideally suited for aggressive players that play a more offensive game.

The DLC pack will not only add Makoto as a playable character, but it will also add a strategy guide in the Tutorial Mode, and a Challenge Mode, which will include high-level combos. Finally, there will be additional trophies and achievements unique for the DLC. According to Aksys, players that don't buy the Makoto DLC will still be able to fight against her in online matches; they simply won't be able to play as her.

Gallery: BlazBlue Continuum Shift (Makoto)

JoystiqBlazBlue: Continuum Shift 'Makoto' DLC aims for August release originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aksys-Gamesarc-system-worksBlazBlueblazblue-continuum-shiftDLCFightingmicrosoftplaystationps3Release-DatexboxFri, 25 Jun 2010 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[ESRB rates BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger for PC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/19/esrb-rates-blazblue-calamity-trigger-for-pc/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/19/esrb-rates-blazblue-calamity-trigger-for-pc/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/19/esrb-rates-blazblue-calamity-trigger-for-pc/#comments With BlazBlue: Continuum Shift set to fight its way to the Xbox 360 and PS3 this summer, a cuter spin-off called BlazBlue: Battle x Battle coming to DSiWare and a PSP port of the original fighter due soon, no platform is safe from Arc System Works' sprite-fueled fighter. Not even the PC, according to an ESRB listing.

The certificate makes no mention of when BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger will launch on PC, but it does remind us just how raunchy that game was: "includes still images of female characters -- in provocative poses -- wearing outfits that expose deep cleavage or barely cover their breasts." Remember when fighting games were just, you know, fighting games?

JoystiqESRB rates BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger for PC originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 May 2010 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-calamity-triggeresrbfightingfighting-gameWed, 19 May 2010 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue: Continuum Shift FightStick is blazing, blue]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/30/blazblue-continuum-shift-fightstick-is-blazing-blue/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/30/blazblue-continuum-shift-fightstick-is-blazing-blue/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/30/blazblue-continuum-shift-fightstick-is-blazing-blue/#comments
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Do you want a Mad Catz Tournament Edition FightStick, but ... bluer? Mad Catz and Aksys have just announced a BlazBlue: Continuum Shift FightStick, featuring imagery from the upcoming BlazBlue sequel. Like the latest revision of the Super Street Fighter IV stick, this controller features genuine Sanwa parts and internal storage for the 13-foot cable.

Only 3,000 sticks will be produced: 1,500 each for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. The only place you'll be able to get one is through Aksys's online store. Pre-orders will ship in June for $199.99. With those limited quantities, if you want one, you should probably look into that soon. We're holding out for a BlayzBloo DS arcade stick.

Gallery: BlazBlue Continuum Shift FightSticks

JoystiqBlazBlue: Continuum Shift FightStick is blazing, blue originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksysarcade-stickblazblueBlazBlue-Continuum-Shiftfightstickjoystickmad-catzmadcatzMicrosoftXbox-360Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[ESRB: Cute BlazBlue spinoff bound for North American DSiWare]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/esrb-cute-blazblue-spinoff-bound-for-north-american-dsiware/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/esrb-cute-blazblue-spinoff-bound-for-north-american-dsiware/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/esrb-cute-blazblue-spinoff-bound-for-north-american-dsiware/#commentsIf you prefer your fighting games adorable, you've probably been keeping an eye on BlazBlue: Battle x Battle, a four-player DSiWare fighter starring chibi versions of the characters from BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger. The ESRB just telegraphed plans by Aksys to localize the downloadable fighter -- under the strange title Blayzbloo: Super Melee Brawlers Battle Royale.

Why "Blayzbloo"? Arc System Works differentiated the DSiWare game from the original title by spelling "BlazBlue" in Japanese hiragana, rather than the English alphabet used for the main series. To preserve the change without using a different writing system, Aksys spelled it differently. It's pretty whimsical.

Speaking of whimsy, the ESRB description of the arena fighting game describes the following modes: " last-man standing, hitting opponents to collect soba noodles, and capture-the-flag." We're contacting Aksys to find out when you'll be able to fight for noodles.

JoystiqESRB: Cute BlazBlue spinoff bound for North American DSiWare originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksysaksys-gamesblayzblooblayzbloo-super-melee-brawlers-battle-royaleblazblueblazblue-battle-x-battleDSdsiwareesrbfightingNintendoMon, 26 Apr 2010 16:57:00 EST<![CDATA[GameFly sale: Bionic Batman and the Brutal Beatles]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/24/gamefly-sale-bionic-batman-and-the-brutal-beatles/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/24/gamefly-sale-bionic-batman-and-the-brutal-beatles/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/24/gamefly-sale-bionic-batman-and-the-brutal-beatles/#comments Here's the good news: According to our budget-minded buddies (budgies?) at CAG, GameFly has a sale on several appealing Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 titles, including Batman: Arkham Asylum (360 / $19.99), Bionic Commando (360 / PS3 / $9.99), Brütal Legend (360 / $14.99) and The Beatles: Rock Band (360 / $21.99). We also spy some stellar deals on Red Faction: Guerrilla (360 / PS3 / under $15) and 2D fighter BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger ($19.99 / $24.99). GameFly games are guaranteed to be in working condition and include manuals and cases.

And here's the bad news: The sale comes to an end on March 30. Also, our industry is woefully ill-equipped to produce a product called "Bionic Batman and the Brütal Beatles" and will succumb to creative and financial bankruptcy long before you ever get to play something of such magnificent magnitude. Oh well.

JoystiqGameFly sale: Bionic Batman and the Brutal Beatles originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>batman-arkham-asylumbionic-commandoblazblueblazblue-calamity-triggerbrutal-legendcagdealsgameflyMicrosoftred-faction-guerrillasaleXbox-360Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:02:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue delayed one week in UK]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/22/blazblue-delayed-one-week-in-uk/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/22/blazblue-delayed-one-week-in-uk/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/22/blazblue-delayed-one-week-in-uk/#commentsOnce scheduled for release in Q1 2010, or, more specifically, March 26, the UK version of BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger has been pushed back to April 2. Retailer GAME posted an updated listing for the game, and publisher Zen United confirmed the date in response to an enquiry by Joystiq.

According to Zen, the UK release of both the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions of the fighter has been moved to April 2. In addition, the PS3 version of the game will hit stores elsewhere in Europe on that day, with the Xbox 360 version still scheduled for March 26.

[Thanks, Shadowman!]

JoystiqBlazBlue delayed one week in UK originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerdelayseuropeMicrosoftpqubeukXbox-360zen-unitedMon, 22 Mar 2010 18:30:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue Continuum Shift trailer blazes appropriately]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/12/blazblue-continuum-shift-trailer-blazes-appropriately/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/12/blazblue-continuum-shift-trailer-blazes-appropriately/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/12/blazblue-continuum-shift-trailer-blazes-appropriately/#commentsWith the Japanese console release of BlazBlue: Continuum Shift approaching, publisher Arc System Works sent out a new trailer of the HD fighting followup. Instead of uninterrupted footage of giant sprites brawling, Arc has presented what looks like the game's intro, a hyperkinetic anime clip featuring dramatic poses, exciting fight sequences, and ... the Earth being shot from orbit?

At the end of the trailer, after the release date, is a brief reminder of the new character added to the console version of Continuum Shift: the new character μ-12. Aksys Games has yet to announce a localized version of Continuum Shift, but if you absolutely have to buy a new BlazBlue disc, the company released the PSP port of the first BlazBlue this week.

[Via GameVideos]

JoystiqBlazBlue Continuum Shift trailer blazes appropriately originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-continuum-shiftMicrosoftXbox-360Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue follow-up shifts into Japan in July]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/22/blazblue-follow-up-shifts-into-japan-in-july/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/22/blazblue-follow-up-shifts-into-japan-in-july/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/22/blazblue-follow-up-shifts-into-japan-in-july/#commentsBlazBlue enthusiasts eager to try out the new characters in the updated version, Continuum Shift, will be able to get their hands on the home release as early as July. That is, if they're playing it on the PS3 or have a Japanese Xbox 360. Arc System Works announced the Japanese release date, July 1, at a BlazBlue fan event. In addition to the previously announced beginner mode, legion mode and extra characters, Continuum Shift adds 300 new challenges in a "Challenge Mode."

In addition to the ¥7,140 ($78) regular edition, Arc is releasing a ¥9,660 ($106) limited edition including an art book and a Nendoroid figure of BlazBlue's Noel.

[Via Andriasang]

JoystiqBlazBlue follow-up shifts into Japan in July originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-continuum-shiftfightingMicrosoftXbox-360Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:30:00 EST<![CDATA[European BlazBlue pre-orders to be rewarded with limited edition]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/european-blazblue-pre-orders-to-be-rewarded-with-limited-edition/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/european-blazblue-pre-orders-to-be-rewarded-with-limited-edition/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/european-blazblue-pre-orders-to-be-rewarded-with-limited-edition/#commentsPre-orders for the European release of BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger will get an "upgrade" to a limited edition package at no extra cost. The LE contains a 100-page art book and a bonus DVD with two hours of "detailed tutorial guides." The LE is available for pre-order at Amazon, GAME, Gamestation, HMV, and Play.com with an official release date of "mid-March."

The non-monetary cost for all these extras: the covering of the European box art with a plain slipcover. The art for the regular edition was painted by Daniel Lam, a fan who won an art contest held by Arc System Works. While that art will still be on the case, it'll be obscured by the outer box. A shame.

Gallery: BlazBlue European Limited Edition

JoystiqEuropean BlazBlue pre-orders to be rewarded with limited edition originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-calamity-triggereuropefightinglimited-editionMicrosoftpqubeXbox-360zen-unitedTue, 16 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue: Continuum Shift gaining a character in console port]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/blazblue-continuum-shift-gaining-a-character-in-console-port/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/blazblue-continuum-shift-gaining-a-character-in-console-port/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/blazblue-continuum-shift-gaining-a-character-in-console-port/#commentsAs we heard from Famitsu leaks, Arc System Works' arcade Blazblue followup is coming home to consoles. Blazblue: Continuum Shift will feature the three new characters added to the arcade release -- Tsubaki Yayoi, Hazama, and λ-11, as well as one new console-exclusive character, the cyborg μ-12.

According to Siliconera, the new home release will also include a beginner mode, and the strategic Legion Mode introduced in BlazBlue Portable. So you'll be able to randomly mash buttons as usual, but you'll win territory by doing so. No time frame or consoles are known at the moment, but the original BlazBlue was released on both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.

JoystiqBlazBlue: Continuum Shift gaining a character in console port originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksysarc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-continuum-shiftfightingMicrosoftXbox-360Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: BlazBlue Continuum Shift on leaked Famitsu cover]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/04/blazblue-continuum-shift-confirmed-by-leaked-famitsu-cover/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/04/blazblue-continuum-shift-confirmed-by-leaked-famitsu-cover/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/04/blazblue-continuum-shift-confirmed-by-leaked-famitsu-cover/#comments Like a villain from some cheesy show back in the '70s, you haven't seen the last of BlazBlue. The latest issue of Famitsu (via Andriasang) confirms that BlazBlue Continuum Shift -- presumably a home console installment of the recently released arcade game of the same name in Japan -- is currently in the works.

What was a one-off fighting game in the summer of 2009 has grown into a full-on franchise, with a PSP port and DSiWare spin-off already out mixing it up amongst fight fans, so the safe bet is that Continuum Shift is a new retail game. However, the info is coming from a leaked Famitsu cover on Enterbrain's site -- which has since been pulled, but can still be seen on Andriasang -- that only mentions the title of the game, so that's all we have to go on right now.

We'll be sure to keep you posted as information becomes available.

JoystiqRumor: BlazBlue Continuum Shift on leaked Famitsu cover originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-continuum-shiftfamitsufightingjapanThu, 04 Feb 2010 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Japanese Nintendo downloads: Ogre Battle 64, BlazBlue Battle x Battle]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/26/japanese-nintendo-downloads-ogre-battle-64-blazblue-battle-x-b/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/26/japanese-nintendo-downloads-ogre-battle-64-blazblue-battle-x-b/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/26/japanese-nintendo-downloads-ogre-battle-64-blazblue-battle-x-b/#commentsOgre Battle 64 is a rare release on the Japanese Wii Shop, in that it's an N64 game. Remember those? It's also a good one! It's the sole new game on the Virtual Console this week, with the lineup bolstered a bit by Phoenix Wright's sequel and a rock-paper-scissors game.

The weird (but cute) Blazblue DSiWare fighter is out this week, ready to delight all the, uh, DSi owners looking for a four-player online fighting game. They're out there somewhere! Also on DSiWare: Burning Puzzle Flame Tail, a very odd, but interesting-looking vertically scrolling puzzle game from Mindware. Essentially, you control a structure with (of course) a flaming tail, snaking through rectangular structures and burning them.

JoystiqJapanese Nintendo downloads: Ogre Battle 64, BlazBlue Battle x Battle originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blazblueblazblue-battle-x-battleburning-puzzle-flame-taildsiwarejanken-party-paradisejapanogre-battle-64phoenix-wrightvctuesdayvirtual-consolewiiwareTue, 26 Jan 2010 12:45:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue: Battle x Battle out this week on Japan's DSiWare store]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/blazblue-battle-x-battle-out-this-week-on-japans-dsiware-store/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/blazblue-battle-x-battle-out-this-week-on-japans-dsiware-store/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/blazblue-battle-x-battle-out-this-week-on-japans-dsiware-store/#comments Like many fighting game fans, you really enjoyed BlazBlue last year, but you had this irking feeling that the game would be just perfect if the characters were only a little more ... kawaii. Good news! Your wish has come true. Arc System Works says that its DSiWare version of the acclaimed fighter is ready to go. BlazBlue: Battle x Battle, which features big-headed cutesie versions of the full game's fighters battling it out Power Stone-style, will be available on the DSi's downloadable store this Wednesday.

It looks, erm, interesting. Unfortunately, even if you were waiting to see a 2D franchise go 3D with hideously deformed versions of its characters, Battle x Battle is only available in Japan for now, so you'll either have to have a DSi from that region, or you'll have to wait until Aksys decides to release it here. If it keeps that 500 DSi point price, it might be worth a try.

JoystiqBlazBlue: Battle x Battle out this week on Japan's DSiWare store originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3daksysarc-system-worksblazblueblazblue-battle-x-battledownloadabledsi-waredsiwarehideous-deformityjapanjapanesekawaiiMon, 25 Jan 2010 20:15:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue Portable confirmed for US retail, PlayStation Store]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/15/blazblue-portable-confirmed-for-us-retail-playstation-store/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/15/blazblue-portable-confirmed-for-us-retail-playstation-store/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/15/blazblue-portable-confirmed-for-us-retail-playstation-store/#comments Confirming an earlier GameFly listing, Askys Games has announced that BlazBlue Portable will be hitting, juggling and then pulverizing the US in a succession of 673 extra-dimensional laser punches this March. The PSP version of the frenetic fighter will be available via UMD at first, and then the PlayStation Store approximately two weeks later.

Thankfully, fans of the console game's bold, 2D artwork need not worry about a calamity being triggered (hnngggghhh) in the miniaturization process. According to Aksys project lead Michael Manzanares, "Every frame of animation and hit box is painstakingly replicated from the original game, so all of your combos work without a hitch. And new Unlimited versions of your favorite characters don't hurt, either."

BlazBlue Portable will also support multiplayer battles via Ad-Hoc mode, so you can punch all your friends -- right in their foolishly unprotected hit boxes.

JoystiqBlazBlue Portable confirmed for US retail, PlayStation Store originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksysAksys-Gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerBlazBlue-Calamity-Trigger-Portableblazblue-portablefightingplaystation-storepsnFri, 15 Jan 2010 19:44:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue Portable heading to US, GameFly listing shows]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/11/blazblue-portable-heading-to-us-gamefly-listing-shows/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/11/blazblue-portable-heading-to-us-gamefly-listing-shows/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/11/blazblue-portable-heading-to-us-gamefly-listing-shows/#comments One of the best fighting games of the current generation has to be BlazBlue, the latest from Guilty Gear creators Arc System Works. A PSP version is currently in the works, and as is typical of many Japanese games, no US release has been announced. That's likely to change, as Siliconera has discovered a GameFly listing for the PSP version of BlazBlue.

According to the rental site, the publisher is none other than Aksys, distributors of the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of the game. Considering Gamefly's penchant for leaking releases, this should come as good news to PSP fans.

JoystiqBlazBlue Portable heading to US, GameFly listing shows originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aksys-GamesArc-System-WorksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-Trigger-Portableblazblue-portablegameflyMon, 11 Jan 2010 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Best of the Rest: Dave's Picks of 2009]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/01/best-of-the-rest-daves-picks-of-2009/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/01/best-of-the-rest-daves-picks-of-2009/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/01/best-of-the-rest-daves-picks-of-2009/#comments Resident Evil 5
I've long been a fan of the Resident Evil series, and while the campaign here has problems and should never be played solo, the Mercenaries mode is what kept me coming back. Those action-packed levels spent trying to survive while running low on ammo and health were some of my most chaotic, yet highly enjoyable, experiences of 2009.

Continue reading Best of the Rest: Dave's Picks of 2009

JoystiqBest of the Rest: Dave's Picks of 2009 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 01 Jan 2010 17:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>best-of-the-rest-2009blazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-Triggerboard-gamescapcomDSFEARFEAR-2FEAR-2-Project-OriginFPSgears-of-war-2king-of-fightersking-of-fighters-xiileft-4-dead-2madworldmario-and-luigimario-and-luigi-bowsers-inside-storyMicrosoftMonolithMonolith-ProductionsNintendonoby-noby-boyresident-evilresident-evil-5skate-2torchlightWarner-BrosWarner-Bros-Interactive-EntertainmentWBIEwetWiiXbox-360Fri, 01 Jan 2010 17:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Arc System Works has 'full intention' of doing Guilty Gear on 360, PS3]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/30/arc-system-works-has-full-intention-of-doing-guilty-gear-on-36/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/30/arc-system-works-has-full-intention-of-doing-guilty-gear-on-36/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/30/arc-system-works-has-full-intention-of-doing-guilty-gear-on-36/#comments Arc System Works has built a legacy of fighting games with its Guilty Gear franchise. Recently, the company introduced a new fighting franchise in BlazBlue, and even though it was very well-received -- it's almost at a 90 on Metacritic and we certainly enjoyed it -- fight fans want to know when they'll get more Guilty Gear. Well, based on comments made by series producer/creator Daisuke Ishiwatari to NowGamer, an Xbox 360 and PS3 installment may already be under consideration.

"I have the full intention to create Guilty Gear for PS3 and 360." Ishiwatari said. There was even some talk of a BlazBlue/Guilty Gear crossover, though Arc System Works business development director Tomo Ohno avoided any definitive commitments. "BlazBlue is a new thing, and there might be some crossover but at the moment we don't have any plans."

[Via Kotaku]

JoystiqArc System Works has 'full intention' of doing Guilty Gear on 360, PS3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2darc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-Triggerdaisuke-ishiwatarifightingguilty-gearMicrosofttomo-ohnoXbox-360Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue PSP fires up a new trailer]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/11/blazblue-psp-fires-up-a-new-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/11/blazblue-psp-fires-up-a-new-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/11/blazblue-psp-fires-up-a-new-trailer/#comments One of the best fighting games of this generation is coming to PSP. After watching this new trailer for BlazBlue, we were surprised to see how well the game's HD visuals have been translated for Sony's handheld. It appears the handheld version of the game will add a few new features -- Legion and Shop modes -- but most importantly, we'd want the gameplay to work on PSP's admittedly restrictive control setup.

Check out the new trailer after the break.

[Via PSPHyper]

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Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerBlazBlue-Calamity-Trigger-Portableblazblue-portableFri, 11 Dec 2009 18:30:00 EST<![CDATA[First legion of BlazBlue Portable screens deployed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/first-legion-of-blazblue-portable-screens-deployed/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/first-legion-of-blazblue-portable-screens-deployed/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/first-legion-of-blazblue-portable-screens-deployed/#commentsFamitsu has posted the first screens of BlazBlue Portable, the PSP adaptation of Arc System Works' stunning high-definition 2D fighting game. The game has made the transition to the PSP pretty well, at least from what we can tell in still images. The sprites are a lot less smooth, but still detailed, and the screen is still covered with flashy effects.

The screens also show the new Legion Mode, in which territory you capture by winning fights is represented by connected nodes. BlazBlue Portable supports ad hoc multiplayer for up to four players, and can be played online with the PS3's Ad Hoc Party mode.

JoystiqFirst legion of BlazBlue Portable screens deployed originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aksys-GamesArc-System-WorksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerBlazBlue-Calamity-Trigger-Portableblazblue-portablefightingMon, 09 Nov 2009 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Arc System Works porting BlazBlue to PSP]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/04/arc-system-works-porting-blazblue-to-psp/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/04/arc-system-works-porting-blazblue-to-psp/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/04/arc-system-works-porting-blazblue-to-psp/#commentsThe giant HD sprites of Arc System Works' fighter BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger will be shrunk down a bit. Famitsu has announced that Arc System Works is preparing a PSP port of the fighter. The portable release, out in Japan on February 25, will feature all the characters from the console game, and ad-hoc multiplayer for up to four. It'll also include a new Legion Mode in which players fight to gain territory on a game board. No screens or scans have been released yet.

Considering the prolific nature of Blazblue's predecessor, the Guilty Gear series, and the fact that there's already an updated version of the original game on the way to arcades, don't expect this to be the only port of Blazblue.

JoystiqArc System Works porting BlazBlue to PSP originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aksys-Gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerBlazBlue-Calamity-Trigger-PortablefightingjapanportWed, 04 Nov 2009 13:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Japanese gamers want Persona 4, Phoenix Wright anime series (and so do we)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/17/japanese-gamers-want-persona-4-phoenix-wright-anime-series-and/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/17/japanese-gamers-want-persona-4-phoenix-wright-anime-series-and/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/17/japanese-gamers-want-persona-4-phoenix-wright-anime-series-and/#comments Japanese gaming pub Dengenki recently polled its readers on what series they'd like to see translated into anime form. The Top 10 list looks nearly exactly the same as our own wishlist:
  • 1. Persona 4
  • 2. Phoenix Wright
  • 3. Okami
  • 4. Kingdom Hearts
  • 5. Idol Master
  • 6. Metal Gear Solid
  • 7. Yakuza
  • 8. BlazBlue
  • 9. Persona 3
  • 10. Atelier Rorona
Atlus' PS2 RPG Persona 4 tops the list, managing to beat out some big names like Kingdom Hearts and Metal Gear Solid. Perhaps the success of Persona: Trinity Soul reminded readers that the franchise works in serialized TV format? While we'd certainly like to see another Persona anime, an adaptation of Phoenix Wright seems like a no-brainer. Capcom, are you reading this?

[Via Andriasang]

JoystiqJapanese gamers want Persona 4, Phoenix Wright anime series (and so do we) originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 17 Sep 2009 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ActionAdventureanimeatelier-roronaAtlusblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerCapcomClover-Studiosdengenkiidol-masterkingdom-heartsmetal-gear-solidNintendookamipersona-3persona-4phoenix-wrightReady-At-DawnRPGShin-Megami-TenseiShin-Megami-Tensei-Persona-3Shin-Megami-Tensei-Persona-4WiiyakuzaThu, 17 Sep 2009 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue punching Europe's face with 'new characters,' other goodies]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/14/blazblue-punching-europes-face-with-new-characters-other-goo/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/14/blazblue-punching-europes-face-with-new-characters-other-goo/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/14/blazblue-punching-europes-face-with-new-characters-other-goo/#comments Arc System Works' competent fighter BlazBlue is set to invade Europe courtesy of PQube and, aside from including the US Collector's Edition character strategy guide and soundtrack, the press release also mentions "new gameplay content not available anywhere, like new characters and moves." This may come as a bummer to some of you that already picked up the game, because, in all likelihood, these new characters will be offered as DLC outside of Europe.

The European release will be localized in English, German, French, Italian and Spanish, and will grace Xbox 360 and PS3 during Q1 2010. Yes, that Q1 2010.

JoystiqBlazBlue punching Europe's face with 'new characters,' other goodies originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggereuropepqubeFri, 14 Aug 2009 16:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Review: BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger (Xbox 360/PS3)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/15/review-blazblue-xbox-360-ps3/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/15/review-blazblue-xbox-360-ps3/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/15/review-blazblue-xbox-360-ps3/#comments BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger is a game that's going to immediately feel right for hardcore fighting fans. If you've cut your teeth on Arc System Works' Guilty Gear franchise in the past, or enjoyed some of the more intense Capcom offerings in the 2D fighter genre, then the principles and mechanics of BlazBlue are going to feel natural to you.

[Note: If you're not one for battling through long paragraphs of words, try our casual setting, which features a much easier opponent: a video synopsis.]

Continue reading Review: BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger (Xbox 360/PS3)

JoystiqReview: BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger (Xbox 360/PS3) originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2dAksys-Gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerfightingMicrosoftXbox-360Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Trophies: BlazBlue]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/10/trophies-blazblue/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/10/trophies-blazblue/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/10/trophies-blazblue/#comments
1 Platinum
2 Gold
10 Silver
38 Bronze
 Difficulty: Very Difficult
Online Trophies? Yes
Time to Completion: 25 hours
DLC Trophies? No
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JoystiqTrophies: BlazBlue originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aksys-GamesArc-System-WorksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggertrophiestrophyFri, 10 Jul 2009 19:10:00 EST<![CDATA[PS3 version of BlazBlue outselling 360 version ... and here's why]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/09/ps3-version-of-blazblue-outselling-360-version-and-heres-wh/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/09/ps3-version-of-blazblue-outselling-360-version-and-heres-wh/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/09/ps3-version-of-blazblue-outselling-360-version-and-heres-wh/#comments Hardcore fighting fans are all talking about BlazBlue, Aksys' foray into high-def 2D fighting. While equal numbers of 360 and PS3 copies were made, the PS3 version appears to be selling out faster than the other. Why is that? Well, it could be the system's superior D-Pad. While many players will opt for an arcade stick, those who play with a default controller generally find the DualShock layout more comfortable for 2D fighters.

Or, it could be the rare implementation of Remote Play. With a sufficient wireless connection, players can play the game with the PSP system from anywhere in the world. This is one of the few retail titles to take advantage of the feature, the first being Lair (ugh).

Perhaps players are taking advantage of the lack of region coding on the PS3 version. Without a European release in sight, some may look towards importing the American PS3 release. (The Xbox 360 version is region locked.)

However, according to an Aksys representative, the main reason BlazBlue is more popular among PS3 owners is its popularity with Japanese gamers. Aksys' Harry Chang explained that many hardcore players want to play against Japanese players, and people know that the "Japanese players are mostly on PS3." Those that are seeking competition from Japan's best players know which version to choose. No wonder PS3 is Capcom's "platform of choice" at the EVO Championship Series.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Aksys-GamesArc-System-WorksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-Triggerevo-championshipremote-playThu, 09 Jul 2009 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Buy BlazBlue at GameCrazy, get a free collector's edition Mana Potion]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/buy-blazblue-at-gamecrazy-get-a-free-collectors-edition-mana-p/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/buy-blazblue-at-gamecrazy-get-a-free-collectors-edition-mana-p/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/buy-blazblue-at-gamecrazy-get-a-free-collectors-edition-mana-p/#comments
click to Mana-size
Aksys Games, publisher of the upcoming 2D fighter BlazBlue, has announced a partnership with Harcos, creators of the Mana Energy Potion energy drink (not to be confused with the Final Fantasy potion). Specifically, those who purchase BlazBlue from GameCrazy will receive a special Collector's Edition Mana Energy Potion. Judging by the picture, we'd say it's really more of a regular Mana Energy Potion in a spiffy box, but who are we to argue with a press release?

Still, if you love 2D fighters and questionable energy products and live near a GameCrazy, you might as well go for it. BlazBlue releases this summer for Xbox 360 and PS3.

JoystiqBuy BlazBlue at GameCrazy, get a free collector's edition Mana Potion originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerTue, 28 Apr 2009 16:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Aksys Games talks about the drive to make BlazBlue]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/20/aksys-games-talks-about-the-drive-to-make-blazblue/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/20/aksys-games-talks-about-the-drive-to-make-blazblue/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/20/aksys-games-talks-about-the-drive-to-make-blazblue/#commentsThe folks at Aksys Games love their jobs ... almost as much as fighting games. In this latest promotional trailer for summer's BlazBlue, the company spotlights the people behind the game, the community surrounding it and what motivates it to pour its all into this fighting game franchise. It may not have much in the way of gameplay footage (well, anything in the way of gameplay), but it'll likely be enough to tide over the crazy 2D fighting fans out there. That's, um, you.

JoystiqAksys Games talks about the drive to make BlazBlue originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-TriggerfightingMon, 20 Apr 2009 20:30:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue confirmed for North America summer release]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/06/blazblue-confirmed-for-north-america-summer-release/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/06/blazblue-confirmed-for-north-america-summer-release/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/06/blazblue-confirmed-for-north-america-summer-release/#comments With its global online support, we expected that Arc System Works' console port of arcade brawler BlazBlue would eventually be released outside of Japan. Now niche publisher Aksys has quietly revealed plans to bring the elegant 2D fighter to North America for both the Xbox 360 and PS3.

Like their counterparts in Japan, fighting game fans in North America can look forward to mastering super moves and combos this summer, as players beat the heat by staying indoors away from bears and tiresome physical activity. With King of Fighters XII slated for a July release as well, the only question we're left with is: How will our hands survive?

[Thanks, Nick]

JoystiqBlazBlue confirmed for North America summer release originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2dAksys-Gamesarc-system-worksblazblueBlazBlue-Calamity-Triggerfighterfightingguilty-gearMicrosoftXbox-360Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:30:00 EST<![CDATA[BlazBlue throws a beatdown on PS3, Xbox 360]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/05/blazblue-throws-a-beatdown-on-ps3-xbox-360/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/05/blazblue-throws-a-beatdown-on-ps3-xbox-360/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/05/blazblue-throws-a-beatdown-on-ps3-xbox-360/#comments Arc System Works, the folks behind popular 2D fighting franchise Guilty Gear, are planning on bringing their high-def 2D fighter, BlazBlue, to the Xbox 360 and PS3 IGN reports. Currently only available in Japanese arcades, the title is being ported to home consoles in the region, with release aimed at this summer.

Notable additions to the console port include a story mode, with individual stories for each character available. This story mode will offer branching storylines based on the battles you win, as well as the choices you make while playing. Director Toshimichi Mori says the story mode easily offers 30 hours of gameplay.

On top of that, gamers can look forward to online support for battling folks around the globe, as well as DLC, which Arc has planned, yet no specific items were mentioned. The console version of the game will also provide all characters with Astral Heat special moves, which were only given to a select few boss characters in the arcade version of the game.

JoystiqBlazBlue throws a beatdown on PS3, Xbox 360 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 05 Mar 2009 14:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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From the guys that brought you Guilty Gear, Arc System Works' latest 2-D fighter will be having its location test at Anime Expo 2008 taking place at the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 3rd - 6th. We previously reported on the game in February and now there is an official website with some information plus a promise of "Coming this winter!" for the US. Though the location test takes place in the "console gaming room," this is the arcade version of Blazblue. Some of us here are huge 2-D fighter fans and we can't wait for this winter to try this out!

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JoystiqBlazblue: Calamity Trigger to debut at Anime Expo originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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