Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate confirmed for Xbox 360, PS3 this fall]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/09/dead-or-alive-5-ultimate-confirmed-for-xbox-360-ps3-this-fall/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/09/dead-or-alive-5-ultimate-confirmed-for-xbox-360-ps3-this-fall/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/09/dead-or-alive-5-ultimate-confirmed-for-xbox-360-ps3-this-fall/#comments

Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate is officially heading to Xbox 360 and PS3 this fall as a retail and digital game. This version of Dead or Alive 5 is so Ultimate because it includes modes from the Vita's Dead or Alive 5 Plus, new stages, new fighters and cameos from Ninja Gaiden - including levels such as Sky City Tokyo and the character Momiji, as was rumored earlier this week.

"The largest lineup in DOA history includes the first ever appearance of Ninja Gaiden's Momiji, who utilizes the Hayabusa-style Aikijutsu taught to her by the master himself, Ryu Hayabusa," the Ultimate press release reads. Said lineup also appears to include the return of Leon, a fighter who debuted in Dead or Alive 2.

Gallery: Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate

Continue reading Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate confirmed for Xbox 360, PS3 this fall

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Ultimate confirmed for Xbox 360, PS3 this fall originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 09 May 2013 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5dead-or-alive-5-ultimatemicrosoftmomijiNinja-Gaidenplaystationps3Team-NinjaTecmo-KoeixboxThu, 09 May 2013 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate coming to PS3/360]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/07/rumor-dead-or-alive-5-ultimate-coming-to-ps3-360/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/07/rumor-dead-or-alive-5-ultimate-coming-to-ps3-360/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/07/rumor-dead-or-alive-5-ultimate-coming-to-ps3-360/#comments An enhanced version of last year's Dead or Alive 5, dubbed Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate, will fight its way onto the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 at some point in the future, according to a story at Siliconera. The announcement, made in the pages of the latest issue of Famitsu, states that Ninja Gaiden's Momiji will be added as a playable fighter.

Momiji's inclusion in a new Dead or Alive project was teased during a Japanese tournament late last month. We've reached out to Tecmo Koei for more information and will update with anything we learn regarding North American and European plans.

JoystiqRumor: Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate coming to PS3/360 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 May 2013 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5dead-or-alive-5-ultimatemicrosoftplaystationps3team-ninjatecmoTecmo-KoeixboxTue, 07 May 2013 19:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Fatal Frame 2 comes into focus on PSN next week]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/02/fatal-frame-2-comes-into-focus-on-psn-next-week/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/02/fatal-frame-2-comes-into-focus-on-psn-next-week/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/05/02/fatal-frame-2-comes-into-focus-on-psn-next-week/#commentsFatal Frame 2 comes into focus on PSN next week Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly will arrive on PlayStation Network next Tuesday. Upping the ante on the original Fatal Frame's haunted mansion, Fatal Frame 2 stars a pair of twins investigating an entire haunted village. The series' trademark Camera Obscura returns, allowing players to exorcise evil, terrifying spirits merely by taking their picture. The catch: The closer the ghost is, the more damage it takes and the more points you get for upgrading the camera.

In other words, if you want to be really good at Fatal Frame, you'll have to be willing to scare yourself as much as possible. The original Fatal Frame came to PSN last month.

JoystiqFatal Frame 2 comes into focus on PSN next week originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 May 2013 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fatal-frame-2Fatal-Frame-2-Crimson-Butterflyplaystationps3psntecmotecmo-koeiThu, 02 May 2013 16:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Team Ninja split into two groups in Tecmo Koei reorganization]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/25/team-ninja-split-into-two-groups-in-tecmo-koei-reorganization/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/25/team-ninja-split-into-two-groups-in-tecmo-koei-reorganization/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/25/team-ninja-split-into-two-groups-in-tecmo-koei-reorganization/#comments Team Ninja split into two groups in Tecmo Koei reorganizationParent company Tecmo Koei will restructure its flagship studio Team Ninja into two individual groups, Ichigaya Development Group 1 and Ichigaya Development Group 2. In a statement today, Tecmo Koei confirms Yosuke Hayashi will oversee Group 1, while Fatal Frame series alum Keisuke Kikuchi will get a bump up to head of Group 2. We've followed up with Tecmo Koei to confirm how this reorganization may affect others at the Japanese development house.

This news comes at a busy time for Tecmo Koei, who just launched Dead or Alive 5 Plus on the PS Vita and is currently gearing up to port Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge to the PS3 and Xbox 360 on April 2. A demo for Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge is currently available on both Xbox Live and PlayStation Network.

JoystiqTeam Ninja split into two groups in Tecmo Koei reorganization originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5-pluskeisuke-kikuchimicrosoftnintendoplaystationps3team-ninjatecmo-koeiwii-uxboxyosuke-hayashiMon, 25 Mar 2013 16:20:00 EST<![CDATA[PSA: Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge demo out today on PS3, Xbox]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/12/psa-ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-demo-out-today-on-ps3-xbox/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/12/psa-ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-demo-out-today-on-ps3-xbox/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/12/psa-ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-demo-out-today-on-ps3-xbox/#comments
The recently announced demo of Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge now has a release date: today. The demo is available now on PSN. Meanwhile, the Xbox Live version has yet to appear, though Tecmo tells Joystiq that is "definitely slated to go live today." The demo allows players to take on different sections of the game as either the series longstanding hero Ryu Hayabusa, or the purple-haired kunoichi, Ayane.

Continue reading PSA: Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge demo out today on PS3, Xbox

JoystiqPSA: Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge demo out today on PS3, Xbox originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>microsoftninja-gaiden-3-razors-edgeplaystationps3team-ninjatecmotecmo-koeixboxTue, 12 Mar 2013 19:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Plus demo hits 'close' to launch]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/07/dead-or-alive-5-plus-demo-hits-close-to-launch/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/07/dead-or-alive-5-plus-demo-hits-close-to-launch/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/07/dead-or-alive-5-plus-demo-hits-close-to-launch/#comments The Vita's Plus-enhanced port of Dead or Alive 5 gets hit with a demo "close" to the game's launch in North America on March 19. That may well mean it arrives after launch - Team Ninja was more concrete earlier this week about a Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge demo hitting before launch.

As demos go, however, DOA5 Plus's looks like it'll provide a good sample of the game. It supports Cross-Play with PS3 players of DOA5 as well as the new Touch Fight mode, and includes eight stages and four characters to play as (Eliot, Hayabusa, Kasumi, and Tina) while fighting any of the roster as computer opponents. Also, being able to transfer save data from the demo to the actual game is always something of a Plus.

Continue reading Dead or Alive 5 Plus demo hits 'close' to launch

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Plus demo hits 'close' to launch originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5-plusplaystationplaystation-vitateam-ninjatecmo-koeivitaThu, 07 Mar 2013 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge demo coming to PSN and XBL]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/05/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-demo-coming-to-psn-and-xbl/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/05/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-demo-coming-to-psn-and-xbl/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/05/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-demo-coming-to-psn-and-xbl/#comments The upcoming re-release of Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 will be accompanied by a demo on Xbox Live and PSN. An exact release date for the demo hasn't been announced, though it is promised to arrive before the game launches on April 2.

A fresh batch of screens has also been released, featuring plenty of ninja moves and hot menu action. There are also a few shots of the previously announced SmartGlass features for the Xbox version, which allow players to keep track of their progress and watch YouTube strategy videos.

Gallery: Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge (PS3 / 360)

Continue reading Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge demo coming to PSN and XBL

JoystiqNinja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge demo coming to PSN and XBL originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 05 Mar 2013 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>microsoftninja-gaiden-3-razors-edgeplaystationps3team-ninjaTecmo-KoeixboxTue, 05 Mar 2013 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Report: Tecmo Koei Canada closing]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/02/report-tecmo-koei-canada-closing/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/02/report-tecmo-koei-canada-closing/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/02/report-tecmo-koei-canada-closing/#comments Report Tecmo Koei Canada closingTecmo Koei Canada will close at the end of March, according to a company official speaking with the Financial Post. The Toronto-based studio was responsible for console games Fatal Inertia and Fatal Inertia EX, and mobile games My Monster Rancher and Samurai Cats.

We've reached out to Tecmo for confirmation of the studio's closure, and will update as we learn more.

JoystiqReport: Tecmo Koei Canada closing originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 02 Mar 2013 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fatal-inertiaFatal-Inertia-Exmy-monster-rancherTecmoTecmo-KoeiTecmo-Koei-CanadaSat, 02 Mar 2013 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge has sharp Xbox SmartGlass support]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/01/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-has-sharp-xbox-smartglass-support/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/01/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-has-sharp-xbox-smartglass-support/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/01/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-has-sharp-xbox-smartglass-support/#comments Ninja Gaiden 3 Razor's Edge has sharp Xbox SmartGlass supportIt would make sense that Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge on Xbox would use Xbox Smartglass to add tablet features, since it's based on a Wii U game (that's based on an Xbox 360 and PS3 game.)

However, the Smartglass features are different from the inventory and off-TV play features used on the Wii U. Playing with the SmartGlass app loaded up on your phone or tablet allows you to keep track of your gameplay statistics. It also allows you to load up videos on YouTube of other players clearing the area you're in, to help you make your way.

Razor's Edge will be available April 2 in North America, and April 5 in Europe.

JoystiqNinja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge has sharp Xbox SmartGlass support originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>microsoftninja-gaiden-3-razors-edgeplaystationsmartglassteam-ninjatecmo-koeixboxFri, 01 Mar 2013 09:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Plus 'Touch Fight' mode exactly what it sounds like]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/14/dead-or-alive-5-plus-touch-fight-mode-exactly-what-it-sounds-l/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/14/dead-or-alive-5-plus-touch-fight-mode-exactly-what-it-sounds-l/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/14/dead-or-alive-5-plus-touch-fight-mode-exactly-what-it-sounds-l/#comments As we originally learned last December, the "Touch Mode" in Dead or Alive 5 Plus places the player into a first-person environment that can either be oriented in portrait or landscape mode. Attacks are delivered by poking, pinching and/or flicking the opponent, all of which will result in jabs, throws and launchers, respectively.

New screenshots also show off Dead or Alive 5 Plus' enhanced Training Mode capabilities, and they even manage to do so with characters that are, for the most part, wearing clothes. There are two inexplicable cheerleader outfits in there, though, so we guess you can't win 'em all.

Gallery: Dead or Alive 5 Plus (2/14/13)

Continue reading Dead or Alive 5 Plus 'Touch Fight' mode exactly what it sounds like

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Plus 'Touch Fight' mode exactly what it sounds like originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 14 Feb 2013 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5-plusplaystationplaystation-vitaTeam-NinjaTecmo-Koeitouch-modetraining-modevitaThu, 14 Feb 2013 23:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Ninja Gaiden 3 Razor's Edge coming to PS3 and Xbox [update: confirmed - April 2]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/06/report-ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-coming-to-ps3-and-xbox/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/06/report-ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-coming-to-ps3-and-xbox/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/06/report-ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-coming-to-ps3-and-xbox/#comments Update: Tecmo Koei Europe announced Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of Razor's Edge are headed to the continent on April 5. The publisher then confirmed the North American versions are due on April 2.

Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge, the improved Wii U version of the action game, will be ported to PS3 and Xbox 360, Siliconera reports based on a Famitsu leak. The ports also showed up on the database of Japanese retailer Rakuten, dated April 4.

Along with updated enemy AI and a reduced reliance on quick-time events, Razor's Edge also introduced new playable characters, including Ayane, Dragon Sword's Momiji and Dead or Alive's Kasumi. Ayane and Kasumi appear in Famitsu scans of the PS3/Xbox version, confirming their presence.

Continue reading Ninja Gaiden 3 Razor's Edge coming to PS3 and Xbox [update: confirmed - April 2]

JoystiqNinja Gaiden 3 Razor's Edge coming to PS3 and Xbox [update: confirmed - April 2] originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 06 Feb 2013 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>famitsumicrosoftninja-gaiden-3-razors-edgeplaystationps3team-ninjatecmo-koeixboxWed, 06 Feb 2013 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus trailer sums up Vita additions]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/29/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-trailer-sums-up-vita-additions/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/29/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-trailer-sums-up-vita-additions/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/29/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-trailer-sums-up-vita-additions/#comments
This trailer showcases the new modes and tweaks coming to Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus when it arrives on February 26. It certainly showcases the characters' new outfits too. Along with the trailer, Tecmo Koei also revealed GameStop pre-order bonuses of limited edition costumes for the three ladies.

Gallery: Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus (1/29/13)

Continue reading Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus trailer sums up Vita additions

JoystiqNinja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus trailer sums up Vita additions originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 29 Jan 2013 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plusplaystationplaystation-vitateam-ninjatecmotecmo-koeivitaTue, 29 Jan 2013 18:30:00 EST<![CDATA[DOA 5 1.03 update takes PS3 to Zack Island today, Jan. 29 on Xbox 360]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/22/doa-5-1-03-update-takes-ps3-to-zack-island-today-jan-29-on-xbo/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/22/doa-5-1-03-update-takes-ps3-to-zack-island-today-jan-29-on-xbo/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/22/doa-5-1-03-update-takes-ps3-to-zack-island-today-jan-29-on-xbo/#comments
A new patch has been issued for Dead or Alive 5, available today on the PS3 and next week on Xbox 360, January 29 - a patch that institutes a dizzying array of character-specific fixes, plus a lengthy list of general purpose balances. Seriously, it's a massive list, so feel free to peruse all the numerous tweaks here.

There's also a free island paradise-themed level included in the Dead or Alive 5 version 1.03 update for all players: Zack Island. It's all part of a one-two punch (see what we did there?) that includes the 1.03 update and its free content, followed by several island-appropriate outfits available should fighters wish to throw down a bit of cash for dress-up. Of course, the attire in question is swimsuits. It was never going to be anything but swimsuits.

Gallery: Dead or Alive 5 (Zack Island)

Continue reading DOA 5 1.03 update takes PS3 to Zack Island today, Jan. 29 on Xbox 360

JoystiqDOA 5 1.03 update takes PS3 to Zack Island today, Jan. 29 on Xbox 360 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5microsoftplaystationps3team-ninjatecmo-koeiupdatexboxTue, 22 Jan 2013 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Plus to support Cross Play, Cross Buy DLC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/16/dead-or-alive-5-plus-to-support-cross-play-cross-buy-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/16/dead-or-alive-5-plus-to-support-cross-play-cross-buy-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/16/dead-or-alive-5-plus-to-support-cross-play-cross-buy-dlc/#comments Dead or Alive 5 Plus to support Cross Play, Cross Buy DLCDead or Alive 5 Plus for the PlayStation Vita will not only allow players to challenge PlayStation 3 owners during online play, but also save a bundle on their provocative-costume bill. Well, in-game at least.

Team Ninja's coming portable adaptation of last September's Dead or Alive 5 will support both Cross Play and Cross Buy functionality, according to Siliconera's translation of Famitsu. Like other Cross Play enabled titles, Vita owners will be able to challenge people playing the PlayStation 3 original when battling online. Likewise, any DLC purchased on either system will automatically be applied to the other, meaning that the PS3's limited edition/pre-order costumes will appear on the Vita, and vice-versa.

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Plus to support Cross Play, Cross Buy DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cross-buycross-playdead-or-alive-5dead-or-alive-5-plusDLCplaystationplaystation-vitaps3team-ninjaTecmo-KoeivitaWed, 16 Jan 2013 16:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge first R18+ game in Australia]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/10/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-first-r18-game-in-australia/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/10/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-first-r18-game-in-australia/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/10/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-first-r18-game-in-australia/#comments Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge, Team Ninja's second and sharper stab at last year's Ryu Hayabusa outing, is to be Australia's first game classified as R18+.

Australia's harsh video game restrictions have been criticized for years. The country passed a bill in June allowing the sale of video games targeted at players 15 years of age and older. As of January 1, 2013, these new laws allow for the sale of games like Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge, making it the first adult video game to launch in Australia.

JoystiqNinja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge first R18+ game in Australia originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 10 Jan 2013 21:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edgenintendor18r18+team-ninjatecmo-koeiwii-uThu, 10 Jan 2013 21:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Santa DLC checks off both naughty and nice today]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/18/dead-or-alive-5-santa-dlc-checks-off-both-naughty-and-nice-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/18/dead-or-alive-5-santa-dlc-checks-off-both-naughty-and-nice-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/18/dead-or-alive-5-santa-dlc-checks-off-both-naughty-and-nice-today/#comments The elves over at Team Ninja's workshop have completed the latest round of costumes for Dead or Alive 5. Well-timed Santa suits for each brawler are bundled into six fighter-specific sets, available now for 240 MS Points ($3) each on Xbox Live Marketplace and PlayStation Network. There's also the option of two larger set packs costing 640 MS Points ($7.99) each.

We've got a bunch of screens in our gallery below, in case you're wondering what a Ninja Santa looked like. Go ahead, it's only natural to feel curious about something called Ninja Santa.

Gallery: Dead or Alive 5 (Santa Outfit Pack)

Continue reading Dead or Alive 5 Santa DLC checks off both naughty and nice today

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Santa DLC checks off both naughty and nice today originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5dlcmicrosoftplaystationps3santateam-ninjatecmo-koeixboxTue, 18 Dec 2012 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus hits US Feb. 26, Europe Mar. 1]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-hits-us-feb-26-europe-mar-1/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-hits-us-feb-26-europe-mar-1/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-hits-us-feb-26-europe-mar-1/#comments Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus hits US Feb 26, Europe Mar 1Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus is slashing its way onto PlayStation Vitas on February 26, 2013 in the US. It will then scurry into the night before suddenly emerging in Europe on March 1, except in France, where it arrives on February 28. The dates were revealed on the game's newly launched website.

The Vita port of the PS3 port of Ninja Gaiden 2 includes new features, such as the ability to switch between ninja heroes mid-battle, and the self-descriptive Ninja Race mode. It also sees Ayane, Momiji, and Rachel all get new costumes, because that's what being a ninja is all about. Forget hiding in the shadows, these ladies have brand new outfits.

JoystiqNinja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus hits US Feb. 26, Europe Mar. 1 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 14 Dec 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plusplaystationplaystation-vitarelease-dateteam-ninjatecmo-koeivitaFri, 14 Dec 2012 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Plus punches in March 19, 2013 in US]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/dead-or-alive-5-plus-punches-in-march-19-2013-in-us/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/dead-or-alive-5-plus-punches-in-march-19-2013-in-us/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/14/dead-or-alive-5-plus-punches-in-march-19-2013-in-us/#comments Dead or Alive 5 Plus punches in March 19, 2013 in USThe PS Vita is getting its Plus port of Dead or Alive 5 on March 19, 2013. Team Ninja confirmed earlier this week that the fighter is due in Europe and Australia on March 22, but the developer revealed the US release date via the game's newly launched website.

Dead or Alive 5 Plus is bringing few extras to Sony's handheld. With the Vita held vertically, you can use its motion sensor to get a full-screen, first-person view of your opponent, while publisher Tecmo says the port's touch controls will let you trigger moves via "simple taps, swipes, and pinches on your opponent."

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Plus punches in March 19, 2013 in US originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 14 Dec 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5dead-or-alive-5-plusplaystationplaystation-vitarelease-dateteam-ninjatecmo-koeivitaFri, 14 Dec 2012 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Plus tags Europe and Australia on March 22]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/12/dead-or-alive-5-plus-tags-europe-and-australia-on-march-22/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/12/dead-or-alive-5-plus-tags-europe-and-australia-on-march-22/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/12/dead-or-alive-5-plus-tags-europe-and-australia-on-march-22/#comments The official Dead or Alive 5 website has outed the European and Australian release date for the upcoming Vita version, Dead or Alive 5 Plus. The portable fighter will arrive on March 22 in these regions, except for lucky France, which apparently gets it a day earlier. The US version of the Dead or Alive 5 site, however, has no release date listed.

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Plus tags Europe and Australia on March 22 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5koei-tecmoplaystationplaystation-vitateam-ninjatecmoTecmo-KoeivitaWed, 12 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Plus has a first-person mode]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/06/dead-or-alive-5-plus-has-a-first-person-mode/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/06/dead-or-alive-5-plus-has-a-first-person-mode/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/06/dead-or-alive-5-plus-has-a-first-person-mode/#comments Dead or Alive 5 Plus has a firstperson modeDead or Alive 5 Plus for Vita includes a new first-person mode, in which you hold the Vita vertically and use the motion sensor for a "first-person, full-screen view of your opponent."

The port also has new touch controls, which go beyond the expected touchscreen macros - "Simple taps, swipes, and pinches on your opponent trigger a variety of devastating moves," Tecmo says. In addition, DOA5+ offers detailed frame data for serious study. Uh, for tournament play.

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Plus has a first-person mode originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 06 Dec 2012 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5dead-or-alive-5-plusplaystationplaystation-vitateam-ninjatecmo-koeivitaThu, 06 Dec 2012 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus new modes detailed, new screens too]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/06/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-new-modes-detailed-new-screens-too/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/06/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-new-modes-detailed-new-screens-too/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/06/ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-new-modes-detailed-new-screens-too/#comments Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus new modes detailed, new screens tooNinja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus is the enhanced Vita port of the enhanced PS3 port of Ninja Gaiden 2. With that confusion in mind, it's good Tecmo Koei clarified some of the game's details such as its new modes, as well as releasing an assortment of screens.

One of the new modes is 'Tag Mission,' which allows players to switch between two ninja heroes on the fly, swapping in and out as they see fit. On the ninja heroes front, the three ninja ladies of Ayane, Momiji, and Rachel all get newly designed costumes in Plus 2.

The other new mode is 'Ninja Race,' which really is as it sounds. The twist is a sort of Ninja Gaiden take on Mario Kart, in that you can collect items and take down enemies to increase speed and attack power. Unlike Mario Kart, though, there's no indication it can be played outside of single-player.

It also seems much of the Vita-specific functionality is returning from Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus, with Tecmo describing touchscreen and Sixaxis controls that very much sound like the first game's gyroscopic first-person aiming. The easier 'Hero' difficulty also makes a comeback in Plus 2, which is scheduled to release in Q1 2013.

Gallery: Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus

JoystiqNinja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus new modes detailed, new screens too originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plusplaystationplaystation-vitateam-ninjatecmo-koeivitaThu, 06 Dec 2012 11:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 Plus announced for Vita, coming early 2013]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/01/dead-or-alive-5-plus-announced-for-vita-coming-early-2013/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/01/dead-or-alive-5-plus-announced-for-vita-coming-early-2013/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/01/dead-or-alive-5-plus-announced-for-vita-coming-early-2013/#comments
Dead or Alive 5 Plus, a PlayStation Vita port of September's Dead or Alive 5, has just been announced by Team Ninja head Yosuke Hayashi. Details are slim at the moment, although we do know that the port is expected to hit Sony's handheld sometime during the early part of 2013. An update to the console version of DOA5 is also expected sometime next year.

The reveal, made on the official IGN Pro League YouTube channel, comes shortly after the announcement that Dead or Alive 5 will be added to IPL's official stable of e-sports titles. Starting in 2013, DOA5 tournaments will be held alongside IPL's other events, which currently include Starcraft 2 and League of Legends, among others.

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 Plus announced for Vita, coming early 2013 originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 01 Dec 2012 13:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5dead-or-alive-5-plusDOA5DOA5-PlusIGN-pro-leagueIPLplaystationplaystation-vitateam-ninjaTecmo-KoeivitaSat, 01 Dec 2012 13:58:00 EST<![CDATA[Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage 2 unleashed Feb. 5]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/28/fist-of-the-north-star-kens-rage-2-unleashed-feb-5/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/28/fist-of-the-north-star-kens-rage-2-unleashed-feb-5/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/28/fist-of-the-north-star-kens-rage-2-unleashed-feb-5/#comments
Good news (for everyone but Kenshiro): the Fist of the North Star protagonist failed to exhaust his supply of rage after his first Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage game, finding enough surplus rage for a second game. Ken will unleash some of that extra rage upon North America on February 5, on Xbox 360 and as a PSN download for PS3. There will be a Wii U version later, as well, dividing Kenshiro's endless fount of fury across two screens.

Dynasty Warriors 7 Empires, another recent announcement by Tecmo Koei, will also be PSN exclusive in North America. Tecmo Koei updated the North American release date today: it'll actually be out Feb. 26.

Continue reading Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage 2 unleashed Feb. 5

JoystiqFist of the North Star: Ken's Rage 2 unleashed Feb. 5 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fist-of-the-north-star-kens-rage-2microsoftplaystationps3psnrelease-datetecmo-koeixboxWed, 28 Nov 2012 23:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 grabs fifth round of costumes on XBLM, PSN today]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/27/dead-or-alive-5-grabs-fifth-round-of-costumes-on-xblm-psn-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/27/dead-or-alive-5-grabs-fifth-round-of-costumes-on-xblm-psn-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/27/dead-or-alive-5-grabs-fifth-round-of-costumes-on-xblm-psn-today/#comments Dead or Alive 5 5th round of costumesThe Dead or Alive 5 outfitters remain unrelentingly diligent, with the game's fifth round of costumes out today on Xbox Live Marketplace and PlayStation Network. The China Pack, Formal Wear, and Special 3 sets are now available on XBLM for 400 MSP each, or bundled together for 1040 MSP. On the PS Store the individual sets are priced $4.99, and the all-in-one bundle $12.99.

DOA5's male characters actually get a decent look-in this time. Three of the lads get their Chinese fighting gear on, meanwhile Eliot is dressed as a bartender, Bass as a mafia dude, and Zack as a cross between C-3PO and an alien clubber. Of course, it wouldn't be Dead or Alive without a few eyebrow-raisers. If you're planning to peruse the gallery below, brace your eyes for Christie in "black leather bondage gear."

Gallery: Dead or Alive 5 (Round 5 Costumes)

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 grabs fifth round of costumes on XBLM, PSN today originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5DLCmicrosoftplaystationps3team-ninjatecmo-koeixboxTue, 27 Nov 2012 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dynasty Warriors 7: Empires marches into NA Feb. 19, Europe Feb. 22]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/27/dynasty-warriors-7-empires-marches-into-na-feb-19-europe-feb/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/27/dynasty-warriors-7-empires-marches-into-na-feb-19-europe-feb/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/27/dynasty-warriors-7-empires-marches-into-na-feb-19-europe-feb/#comments Dynasty Warriors 7 Empires hits NA Feb 19, Europe Feb 22Dynasty Warriors 7: Empires will arrive February 19 and 22 in North America and Europe, respectively. Tecmo Koei recently announced the dates on Facebook, Twitter and through an epic poem delivered by interpretive dance.

Don't go looking for Dynasty Warriors 7: Empires in stores. Like this year's Warriors Orochi 3, the game will only be available through the PlayStation Network in North America, although it will make its way to retail in Europe.

JoystiqDynasty Warriors 7: Empires marches into NA Feb. 19, Europe Feb. 22 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 27 Nov 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dynasty-warriors-7-empiresplaystationps3Tecmo-KoeiTue, 27 Nov 2012 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge review: Sharpened]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/21/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-review/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/21/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-review/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/21/ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edge-review/#comments Keep track of all of Joystiq's Wii U launch coverage on our Wii U hub page!

Team Ninja has always done better on the rebound, and Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge is a testament to this fact. The technical excellence of the 2004's Ninja Gaiden was one-upped in Ninja Gaiden Sigma. Ninja Gaiden 2 was improved dramatically in Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2. Razor's Edge carries that trend forward into the series' latest entry, with surprising results. It's one thing to turn a great game into an even better one, but to turn a once-terrible game into a launch lineup highlight? Impossible!

Apparently not. Team Ninja cuts liberally from Ninja Gaiden 3 in Razor's Edge, stripping away everything from the obnoxious "steel on bone" QTE-style button mashery to the multitude of joy-killing sequences in which players guide a stumbling, curse-afflicted Ryu through neutered enemy encounters. Even the questionable presentation is erased, exemplified by an early moment that forces Ryu, and thus the player, to murder a man in cold blood as he pleads for his life. This insufferable moment has been excised from Razor's Edge, and for that we can all be thankful.

Gallery: Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge (9/13/12)

Continue reading Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge review: Sharpened

JoystiqNinja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge review: Sharpened originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ninja-gaiden-3-razors-edgenintendoteam-ninjatecmotecmo-koeiwii-uwii-u-launchWed, 21 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Momiji strikes from the shadows in free Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge DLC in December]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/16/momiji-strikes-from-the-shadows-in-free-ninja-gaiden-3-razors/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/16/momiji-strikes-from-the-shadows-in-free-ninja-gaiden-3-razors/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/16/momiji-strikes-from-the-shadows-in-free-ninja-gaiden-3-razors/#comments
Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge has a cameo from Ryu's apprentice Momiji. Nintendo announced the free character DLC will be available in the Wii U port sometime in December, unlocking the Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword heroine for use in Challenge and Ninja Trials modes.

Momiji is the second playable character added to Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge, joining Dead or Alive's pink-haired pugilist, Ayane. In addition to the extra characters, the Wii U port tosses in a new Challenge mode that lets you go through the campaign as any playable character, plus an online co-op mode for up to two players.

JoystiqMomiji strikes from the shadows in free Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge DLC in December originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcmimojininja-gaiden-3-razors-edgenintendoteam-ninjatecmotecmo-koeiwii-uFri, 16 Nov 2012 16:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Those Dead or Alive 5 swimsuits are available for purchase now]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/13/those-dead-or-alive-5-swimsuits-are-available-for-purchase-now/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/13/those-dead-or-alive-5-swimsuits-are-available-for-purchase-now/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/13/those-dead-or-alive-5-swimsuits-are-available-for-purchase-now/#comments You can buy those DOA 5 swimsuits nowWe're sure there's a subset of the gaming population who didn't pre-order Dead or Alive 5 from GameStop or Amazon, only to burst into tears when they later realized that the swimsuit costumes were exclusive to those retailers. This one's for you.

The following Dead or Alive 5 swimsuit packs are now available for $3 or 240 MS Points via PSN and XBLM: Angels (white suits for Kasumi, Hitomi and Leifang), Devils (black for Ayane, Christie and Tina) and DOATEC Divas (bunny ears for Kokoro, Lisa and Helena).

For $5 (360 MS Points) grab the Player's Swimwear Pack 1 with bikini'd out Kasumi, Kokoro, Helena and Sarah; Pack 2 with Hitomi, Leifang, Mila and Pai charm; or Pack 3 for Ayane, Christie, Tina and Lisa. The Player's Swimwear Set includes all three Swimwear Packs for $13 (1040 MS Points).

Dry those tears. It'd be a shame to get these swimsuits wet.

Continue reading Those Dead or Alive 5 swimsuits are available for purchase now

JoystiqThose Dead or Alive 5 swimsuits are available for purchase now originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 13 Nov 2012 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5DLCmicrosoftplaystationps3swimsuitswimsuitsTeam-NinjaTecmoTecmo-KoeixboxTue, 13 Nov 2012 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 gets its third wave of downloadable outfits today]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/30/dead-or-alive-5-gets-its-third-wave-of-downloadable-outfits-toda/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/30/dead-or-alive-5-gets-its-third-wave-of-downloadable-outfits-toda/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/30/dead-or-alive-5-gets-its-third-wave-of-downloadable-outfits-toda/#comments Dead or Alive 5 gets its third wave of downloadable outfits todayRight on cue, Dead or Alive 5's third round of costumes arrive today. The three new sets are already downloadable on Xbox Live Marketplace, and should be up on PSN today too. Each set is priced at 400 MSP/$4.99, with the full 3-in-1 pack going for 1040 MSP/$12.99.

As you can see from the screenshots below, there's a 'Gym' set, a 'Uniform' set, and a second 'Special' set. Although it looks like someone's stolen Mila's bunny get-up and just left the ears.

In more attired news, Tecmo Koei say DoA5 shipped 580,000 copies in its first month.

Gallery: Dead or Alive 5 (Round 3 Costumes)

Continue reading Dead or Alive 5 gets its third wave of downloadable outfits today

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 gets its third wave of downloadable outfits today originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 30 Oct 2012 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5DLCmicrosoftplaystationps3PSNrelease-dateteam-ninjatecmo-koeiXBLMxboxTue, 30 Oct 2012 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 ships 580,000 copies worldwide in first month]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/30/dead-or-alive-5-ships-580-000-copies-worldwide-in-first-month/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/30/dead-or-alive-5-ships-580-000-copies-worldwide-in-first-month/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/30/dead-or-alive-5-ships-580-000-copies-worldwide-in-first-month/#comments Dead or Alive 5 ships 580,000 copies worldwide in first monthTecmo Koei shipped out 580,000 copies of Dead or Alive 5 in the game's first month of release. The company revealed the figure yesterday in its second quarter financial report. While it reads a little unclear through Google Translate, given the timing and the nature of the report these are likely shipment rather than sales figures.

While shipment figures aren't always great indicators of sales, 580,000 in one month compares reasonably to the 700,000 copies Dead or Alive 4 shipped worldwide in its first two months.

Tecmo also revealed a year-on-year improvement of 26.0% for operating income in the first half of its fiscal year, up to ¥897 million ($11.3 million). The company's revenue improved by 0.7% up to ¥13,724 million ($172.7 million).

Meanwhile, the game's third wave of downloadable outfits hits Japan today. Tecmo hasn't yet revealed when they'll be available here - revealed being very much the operating word.

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 ships 580,000 copies worldwide in first month originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 30 Oct 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5microsoftplaystationps3salesteam-ninjatecmo-koeixboxTue, 30 Oct 2012 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5's new costume packs include fiend Hayabusa, cat ears, 'bartender britches']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/16/dead-or-alive-5s-new-costume-packs-include-fiend-hayabusa-cat/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/16/dead-or-alive-5s-new-costume-packs-include-fiend-hayabusa-cat/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/16/dead-or-alive-5s-new-costume-packs-include-fiend-hayabusa-cat/#comments Dead or Alive 5's new costume packs include fiend Hayabusa, cat ears, 'bartender britches'The latest slew of DLC costume packs for Dead or Alive 5 includes one awesome thing (above), some normal-lookin' street clothes and then a whole bunch of stuff we'd be embarrassed to describe in public.

"Kitty Pack," as you might suspect, includes cat ears and corset-ish catsuits for Christie, Helena, Tina and Lisa. The "What a Character" pack adds two maid outfits for Hitomi and Mila that are more of the "Octoberfest Bar maid" variety than the "French House maid" type you might expect, a slinky gown and mask for Lisa, and "bartender britches" for Rig.

Lastly, the "Special Set" gives Kasumi and Leifang access to their traditional overalls and panda-bear outfits, respectively, in addition to "fiend" Hayabusa and an even slinkier evening gown for Lisa. Each pack is available now for $4.99/400 MSP, and all three can be purchased together via the "Round 2 Costumes - Full Set" pack, which at the moment is only available on the 360 for 1040 MSP. PlayStation 3 owners looking for a sweet costume discount will have to wait until next week, when the Full Set becomes available for $12.99.

Gallery: Dead or Alive 5 (Costume DLC)

Continue reading Dead or Alive 5's new costume packs include fiend Hayabusa, cat ears, 'bartender britches'

JoystiqDead or Alive 5's new costume packs include fiend Hayabusa, cat ears, 'bartender britches' originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 16 Oct 2012 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>costume-DLCcostume-packcostumesdead-or-alive-5DLCmicrosoftplaystationps3team-ninjaTecmo-KoeixboxTue, 16 Oct 2012 23:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Final Dead or Alive 5 dev diary says thanks]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/10/final-dead-or-alive-5-dev-diary-says-thanks/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/10/final-dead-or-alive-5-dev-diary-says-thanks/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/10/final-dead-or-alive-5-dev-diary-says-thanks/#comments
Putting the words "touchy-feely" and "Dead or Alive 5" together in the same sentence is generally something we try and avoid, but under the circumstances it seemed appropriate. Allow Team Ninja's final dev diary entry to thank you personally for supporting Dead or Alive, whether you did or not.

JoystiqFinal Dead or Alive 5 dev diary says thanks originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 10 Oct 2012 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5dev-diarydevelopment-diartdoa-5microsoftplaystationps3team-ninjaTecmo-KoeixboxWed, 10 Oct 2012 23:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 review: Begrudge match]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/27/dead-or-alive-5-review/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/27/dead-or-alive-5-review/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/27/dead-or-alive-5-review/#comments Evaluating the plot in Dead or Alive 5 is ultimately a waste of words. Oh, you can make a qualitative judgment - observe that it somehow manages to be a train wreck, a plane wreck and a car crash all in one. It's like watching all combustible vehicles on Earth hurtle into each other at a singular point of stupidity, and then burning in the consequent fireball of awkward, unintentional comedy.

But we survive, insulated by apathy. What matters is that Dead or Alive 5 is an excellent fighting game.

Gallery: Dead or Alive 5 (9/25/12)

Continue reading Dead or Alive 5 review: Begrudge match

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 review: Begrudge match originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5fightingmicrosoftplaystationps3team-ninjatecmotecmo-koeixboxThu, 27 Sep 2012 09:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Talking Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z with Keiji Inafune and Yosuke Hayashi]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/22/talking-yaiba-ninja-gaiden-z-with-keiji-inafune-and-yosuke-haya/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/22/talking-yaiba-ninja-gaiden-z-with-keiji-inafune-and-yosuke-haya/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/22/talking-yaiba-ninja-gaiden-z-with-keiji-inafune-and-yosuke-haya/#comments
Walking around the Tokyo Game Show floor, we just happened to run into Keiji Inafune, famed (and infamous) Japanese developer and creator of notable franchises like Mega Man and Dead Rising, not to mention the upcoming Soul Sacrifice and Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z. We snagged a few minutes of his time to discuss the latter two, specifically how it's been working with Team Ninja on Yaiba, and whether he'd like to continue working with the studio going forward. An Inafune fighting game? It could happen.

After the break, find part two of our interview with Team Ninja head Yosuke Hayashi, during which we discuss Yaiba and the studio's partnership with Inafune.

Continue reading Talking Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z with Keiji Inafune and Yosuke Hayashi

JoystiqTalking Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z with Keiji Inafune and Yosuke Hayashi originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 22 Sep 2012 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>comceptplaystationplaystation-vitasonysoul-sacrificeteam-ninjatecmo-koeitgs-2012vitayaibaSat, 22 Sep 2012 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Team Ninja's Yosuke Hayashi on appealing to everyone with Dead or Alive 5]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/22/team-ninjas-yosuke-hayashi-on-appealing-to-everyone-with-dead-o/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/22/team-ninjas-yosuke-hayashi-on-appealing-to-everyone-with-dead-o/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/22/team-ninjas-yosuke-hayashi-on-appealing-to-everyone-with-dead-o/#comments
We caught up with Team Ninja head Yosuke Hayashi during the Tokyo Game Show for a quick chat about Dead or Alive 5 and Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z, the studio's upcoming collaboration with Keiji Inafune's Comcept.

This interview is split into two parts. The first, dealing with Dead or Alive 5, can be seen above. The second part concerns Yaiba and Mr. Inafune. Keep an eye out for part two later today, because we just happened to run into someone very closely involved with Yaiba's development (and Soul Sacrifice ... and Mega Man).

JoystiqTeam Ninja's Yosuke Hayashi on appealing to everyone with Dead or Alive 5 originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 22 Sep 2012 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5microsoftplaystationps3team-ninjatecmo-koeitgs-2012xboxyosuke-hayashiSat, 22 Sep 2012 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Seen@ Tokyo Game Show 2012: The purrfect presentation]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/21/seen-tokyo-game-show-2012-the-purrfect-presentation/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/21/seen-tokyo-game-show-2012-the-purrfect-presentation/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/21/seen-tokyo-game-show-2012-the-purrfect-presentation/#comments Seen Tokyo Game Show 2012 A cat giving a speech about itselfDespite being primarily dominated by the women of Dead or Alive 5, Tecmo Koei's booth was also host to a slew of other games, one of which must have involved whatever it is that's happening in the pictures above and after the break.

Now, our Japanese is a little rusty, but we think this is what the cat said as we walked by: "As you can meow see, our new mew-ser interface (accessed via the paws menu) is kitten better every day."

Continue reading Seen@ Tokyo Game Show 2012: The purrfect presentation

JoystiqSeen@ Tokyo Game Show 2012: The purrfect presentation originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 21 Sep 2012 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cat-fancytecmo-koeitgs-2012Fri, 21 Sep 2012 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dead or Alive 5 downloadable on PSN day and date with retail release]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/dead-or-alive-5-downloadable-on-psn-day-and-date-with-retail-rel/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/dead-or-alive-5-downloadable-on-psn-day-and-date-with-retail-rel/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/dead-or-alive-5-downloadable-on-psn-day-and-date-with-retail-rel/#comments Dead or Alive 5 downloadable on PSN day and date with retail releaseAfter showing the launch trailer for Dead or Alive 5 at its Tokyo Game Show event, Team Ninja head Yosuke Hayashi revealed that the game will be available as a download on the PlayStation 3 via the PlayStation Store. The downloadable version will be available day and date with the retail version on September 25. A downloadable version is also headed to the Xbox 360, and will be available three months after launch.

JoystiqDead or Alive 5 downloadable on PSN day and date with retail release originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 Sep 2012 06:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dead-or-alive-5microsoftplaystationps3team-ninjatecmotecmo-koeitgs-2012xboxWed, 19 Sep 2012 06:39:00 EST<![CDATA[Team Ninja reveals Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus headed to PS Vita]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/team-ninja-reveals-ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-headed-to-ps-vita/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/team-ninja-reveals-ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-headed-to-ps-vita/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/team-ninja-reveals-ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plus-headed-to-ps-vita/#comments Team Ninja reveals Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus headed to PS VitaAt a private event in Tokyo, Team Ninja head Yosuke Hayashi announced that Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus will be coming to PlayStation Vita in early 2013. Hayashi didn't reveal further details, though it stands to reason it will receive the same treatment that the original Ninja Gaiden Sigma received on the Vita via Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus, which was released earlier this year.

JoystiqTeam Ninja reveals Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus headed to PS Vita originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 Sep 2012 05:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ninja-gaiden-sigma-2-plusplaystationplaystation-vitateam-ninjatecmotecmo-koeitgs-2012vitaWed, 19 Sep 2012 05:48:00 EST<![CDATA[Tecmo Koei reveals dark fantasy action game 'Toukiden' for Vita, PSP]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/tecmo-koei-reveals-dark-fantasy-action-game-toukiden-for-vita/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/tecmo-koei-reveals-dark-fantasy-action-game-toukiden-for-vita/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/19/tecmo-koei-reveals-dark-fantasy-action-game-toukiden-for-vita/#comments Tecmo Koei reveals dark fantasy action game 'Toukiden' for Vita, PSPTecmo Koei has revealed a new way to feed your lust for demonic blood: a dark fantasy, samurai action title dubbed Toukiden for the PlayStation Vita and PSP.

Developed by Omega Force, the team behind the Warriors franchise, Toukiden will launch sometime in 2013. The new game will have some cross-platform play between both handheld devices.

Toukiden was revealed during Sony's TGS 2012 keynote with a brief trailer, which a female protagonist slicing giant spiders and ogres in a feudal Japan-style setting - which leads us to believe it's based on a true story.

JoystiqTecmo Koei reveals dark fantasy action game 'Toukiden' for Vita, PSP originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 Sep 2012 01:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>playstationplaystation-vitapspsonyTecmo-KoeiTGS-2012vitaWed, 19 Sep 2012 01:33:00 EST<![CDATA[Team Ninja set to announce new console game at Tokyo Game Show]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/18/team-ninja-set-to-announce-new-console-game-at-tokyo-game-show/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/18/team-ninja-set-to-announce-new-console-game-at-tokyo-game-show/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/18/team-ninja-set-to-announce-new-console-game-at-tokyo-game-show/#comments Team Ninja set to announce new console game at Tokyo Game ShowTeam Ninja will announce a new game at this week's Tokyo Game Show. Posting on Twitter, Team Ninja notes the announcement of Dead or Alive 5 at last year's event, and the Tecmo subsidiary wants to repeat that with a newly announced console title this year. Team Ninja is currently developing Dead or Alive 5 and Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge. The only Team Ninja release that's not a DoA or Ninja Gaiden entry remains Metroid: Other M.

Joystiq is in Tokyo this week, ready to report whatever this may be and every other piece of juicy news from the Makuhari Messe convention center. Japan's headline gaming event kicks off on Thursday, September 20, running through to Sunday, September 23.

JoystiqTeam Ninja set to announce new console game at Tokyo Game Show originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>team-ninjatecmo-koeitgs-2012tokyo-game-showTue, 18 Sep 2012 13:00:00 EST