Archive for the ‘Anime’ Category
Posted by Feckis on August 25, 2010
Namco-Bandai Games announced earlier that the demo for Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 is now live and available to download on Xbox Live and the Playstation Network!
Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 is the sequel to 2008′s Playstation 3 exclusive hit, Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm. This time however it will be released on both the Playstation 3 and the Xbox 360 systems. And judging from what we played in the demo so far, this one will be just as much of a hit as it’s predecessor!
So all you Naruto and Anime fans who have anxiously been awaiting the sequel to one of the top games in the genre, be sure to check out the demo on Xbox Live or Playstation Network!
Staying true to the anime series, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 2 immerses players in the mythical world of ninja with new expansive environments, exciting plot twists, and explosive battle systems. Now for the first time in the Ultimate Ninja series, online versus play will be available to let budding ninja from around the world flex their jutsu muscle. The game will also feature an evolved Support Character system where players can call upon allies to help unleash explosive Team Special Techniques upon opponents.
Encompassing the NARUTO SHIPPUDEN story arc, the game has a deep three-part story mode that have players living different ninja lives through the eyes of Naruto, Sasuke and Jiraiya. With more than 40 characters to choose from, engaging in bigger and more epic cinematic boss battles has never been this intense. As an added bonus, Lars Alexandersson, of TEKKEN® 6 fame, will appear as an unlockable guest character. Available in the game’s versus mode, Lars brings his explosive signature moves and will appear in his TEKKEN 6 costume designed by NARUTO creator Masashi Kishimoto.
Posted in Anime, Demo, Download, Now Available, Playstation 3, Playstation Network, Xbox 360, Xbox Live | Tagged: 360, anime, Demo, Download, Namco, namco-bandai, Namco-Bandai Games, Naruto, Naruto Shippuden, Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 2, Playstation 3, Playstation Network, PS3, PSN, Sequel, Ultimate Ninja Storm, Ultimate Ninja Storm 2, XBL, Xbox 360, Xbox Live | Leave a Comment »
Posted by Feckis on August 10, 2010
Namco-Bandai Games has announced some great news today for fans of the Dragon Ball Anime!
All retail copies of the game will come with an exclusive and brand new episode of the Dragon Ball anime series on the disc! The episode is a re-scripted and re-edited version of one that was never shown outside of Japan. It is titled “Dragon Ball: Plan to Eradicate the Super-Saiyans”. Dragon Ball Raging Blast 2 just keeps looking better and better!
To see a sneak preview of the anime, visit www.namcobandaigames.eu on August, 18th! Read on below for the official press-release from Namco, and to see a few pics!
NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. today announced that all retail editions of Dragon Ball: Raging Blast 2 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 will feature a brand new 30-minute feature of the Dragon Ball anime on the game disc.
The exclusive new feature entitled “Dragon Ball: Plan to Eradicate the Super Saiyans” is a completely reconstructed, re-scripted and re-edited version of an original Japanese episode that has never been released in the U.S or Canada, offering something unique to fans of the series. Everyone who buys the game can watch this exclusive anime straight out of the box.
Dragon Ball: Raging Blast 2 features a host of improvements and new features, delivering the most authentic and advanced Dragon Ball videogame experience to date. Everything from the camera to the controls has been reworked to create an accessible game with more than enough tactical depth to satisfy even the most battle-hardened Dragon Ball fan. Sporting more than 90 characters, 20 of which are brand new to the Raging Blast series, new modes, and additional environmental effects, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast 2 is the next evolution in the home console series.
Posted in Anime, Artwork, Coming Soon, Images, Playstation 3, Xbox 360 | Tagged: 360, anime, anime episode, DBZ, Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Raging Blast 2, Dragon Ball Z, dragonball, Krillin, namco-bandai, Namco-Bandai Games, New Episode, Playstation 3, PS3, Raging Blast, Sequel, Xbox 360 | Leave a Comment »
Posted by Feckis on July 4, 2010
The exotic and action packed world of Japanese superheroes is explored in July’s installment of TokyoScope Talk at Viz Cinema!
On July 9th thanks to New People and VIZ Cinema you’ll be able to explore the exotic world of Japanese Superheroes in TokyoScope Talk Vol. 5. It takes place at 7PM on July 9th and general admission is $10.00 per person!
A few of the featured superheroes will be the Power Rangers, Kamen Rider and Ultraman. Read more below to find out just what to expect at this event:
NEW PEOPLE and VIZ Cinema offer an intriguing exploration of the exotic world of Japanese superheroes in TokyoScope Talk Vol. 5, taking place at the theatre at 7:00pm on Friday July 9th. Host Patrick Macias, Editor of Otaku USA magazine, will be joined by August Ragone (author, Eiji Tsuburaya: Master of Monsters) for an in-depth discussion of Japanese superheroes ranging from Ultraman and Kamen Rider to the Power Rangers.
General admission tickets are $10.00. More details and advance tickets available at: www.newpeopleworld.com/films
These and many other colorful crusaders of justice are now recognized the world over as essential icons of Japanese pop culture. But where did they come from? Who created them? And what is it really like battling rubber monsters and the forces of evil on a regular basis?
“TokyoScope Talk Vol. 5: Japanese Superheroes will explore the fascinating history and origins of the action packed world of celluloid superheroes using rare film clips and images from numerous tokusatsu, sentai, and henshin hero productions including Ultra Seven, Kikaida, Space Sheriff Gavan, and many others,” says Macias. “This will be a fun event for anyone who grew up watching Ultraman and Power Rangers as well as for those who are brand new to this unique genre of Japanese filmmaking. We invite superhero fans of all stripes to check out this comprehensive presentation!”
Posted in Anime, Cinema, Events, Manga, Viz | Tagged: anime, event, heroes, Japanese, japanese culture, japanese superheroes, july 9th, Kamen Rider, Manga, Movies, New People, Patrick Macias, power rangers, superheroes, Tokyoscope, Ultraman, Viz, Viz Cinema | Leave a Comment »
Posted by Feckis on May 6, 2010
A new demo for Naruto Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 is now available for the PSP via download from the Playstation Network!
Offering a taste of the game’s intense ninja action, the demo allows players to step into the shoes of Naruto, Kakashi, Pain or Konan and battle head-to-head with up to four friends through an ad-hoc connection. Playable in single player free battle or ad hoc multiplayer modes, the demo also includes three maps that give players a glimpse into the renowned Naruto world: Hidden Leaf Village, Akatsuki Hideout and Cliff of Morning Mist.
Based on the popular animated NARUTO SHIPPUDEN series from VIZ Media, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 refines the series’ trademark fighting mechanics by offering an all-new adventure mode, a new roster of fierce ninja, and robust multiplayer battles. Players can follow the Nine-Tail Fox ninja in his continuing efforts to save his friend Sasuke via the game’s new Master Road mode. With more than 80 action-packed missions, skills are put to the test as players face intense battles using one of more than 50 characters. Additionally, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 features a three-player cooperative mode which allows them to experience select adventures in the main story.
Posted in Anime, Demo, Playstation Network, Playstation Portable, Sequel | Tagged: anime, Demo, multiplayer demo, Naruto, Naruto Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3, Playstation Portable, PSP, Sequel, Ultimate Ninja Heroes | 2 Comments »
Posted by Feckis on February 11, 2010
Scans from the latest CoroCoro Comic have revealed two of the upcoming fifth generation Pokemon. Zorua(or Zoroa), a small and fluffy fox-like pokemon billed as a monster fox type who is thoroughly evil. And his evolutionary form Zoroark, who will be one of the stars in the upcoming 13th Pokemon movie, Phantom Ruler Zoroark! Originally called Phantom Ruler Z.
Zoroark is actually the Pokemon that was shown only as a mysterious silhouette in last weekend’s Pokémon Sunday in Japan, simply codenamed “Z”.
This issue is slated to be released on the 15th which is when the Pokemon was to be revealed, but thanks to some early scans, the first two 5th generation Pokemon and their names have been uncovered early!
While this news is definitely exciting and can make any Pokemon fan shout with glee, the next game won’t be out until later this year in Japan. All that is known for a release date is that it will be out in 2010. As for the movie, July 15th. So while this is quite exciting for us Pokemon fans, it’s definitely disappointing to know we still have quite a while to wait before either of these hit the US.
Posted in Anime, Images, Nintendo, Pokemon, Sequel, Upcoming | Tagged: Nintendo, Phantom Ruler Zoroark, Pokemon, Zoroark, Zorua | 4 Comments »
Posted by Feckis on January 26, 2010
Viz Media has announced the release of a new Manga aimed for kids, Dinosaur King! Volumes 1 and 2 of this Viz Kids title are now available so be on the lookout for it if you have any younger Manga-readers!
Also if you garner interest in this franchise and would like to expand beyond just the manga then check out 4KidsTV for the anime show based off the series! As well as trading cards and even a video-game on the Nintendo DS.
But now to get back to the Manga, read on below for all the info as well as the cover artwork!
VIZ Media announced the release of Volume 1 and 2 of the new VIZ Kids series DINOSAUR KING. This manga is rated ‘A’ for All Ages and will carry a MSRP of $7.99 U.S. / $9.99 CAN.
DINOSAUR KING by creator Yohei Sakai tells the story of Max who is obsessed with dinosaurs. He knows his Tapejara from his Pteranodon and can find fossils better than a trained paleontologist. When he discovers a stone tablet that transports him to the age of dinosaurs, it’s a dream come true—until it becomes a nightmare. From King, his new dinosaur friend, Max learns that an evil genius named Dr. Z has enslaved the dinosaurs so he can use their hidden powers to take over the world! Now Max has to defeat Dr. Z and his Alpha Gang to save the ancient beasts and life as we know it. Volume 1 will release February 2, 2010.
In Volume 2, which will release in April of this year, King’s mother is trapped somewhere in Alpha Mountain, and it’s up to Max to rescue her. But Dr. Z has set perilous traps for him at every turn! He and King are more in sync than ever with their attacks, but will it be enough to defeat the Alpha Gang and conquer Alpha Mountain? Both volume one and volume two contain bonus trading cards inside, limited quantities available. Volume 2 will be releasing in April 6, 2010.
The titles under the VIZ Kids imprint offer engaging manga and manga-related content intended specifically for a younger audience. All VIZ Kids products share the same core values of strong storytelling, eye-popping graphics, empowering themes, and lots of good humor in an effort to delight a whole new generation of readers.
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Posted by Feckis on January 20, 2010
Hey Anime fans! Earlier today VIZ Media announced that the action-adventure Anime Kekkaishi is now available for your viewing pleasure at Hulu! So harness up your Kekkai skills and get ready to kick some demon-butt along with Yoshimori Sumimura and Tokine Yukimura in this exciting supernatural Anime full of action, adventure, comedy and of course drama! Everything you need for a great Anime show. Be sure to check out the artwork below and also the full press-release from Viz Media!
Today, VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry’s most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, brings the animated demon-battling action and adventure of KEKKAISHI to Hulu, an online video service that offers hit TV shows, movies and clips at Hulu.com and other online destination sites — anytime in the U.S. The series debuts with 5 episodes with new installments launching each week. To view KEKKAISHI, please visit www.Hulu.com.
KEKKAISHI is based on a hit manga series by Yellow Tanabe (also published in North America by VIZ Media). Mystical forces are powerful in the region called Karasumori. For over 400 years, it has been the duty of a clan of “kekkaishi”—barrier masters—to guard the land and exterminate the supernatural creatures that are drawn to the area night after night.
Yoshimori Sumimura is a junior high school student at Karasumori Academy. Following in the tradition that’s been passed down through generations, he is the twenty-second “kekkaishi” of the Sumimura clan. But by day, Yoshimori’s got other demons to battle: an addiction to sweets and a seriously crotchety grandfather! Yoshimori’s pretty neighbor, childhood friend and rival, Tokine Yukimura, is also a “kekkaishi,” but their families are feuding over who is the true practitioner of the art. Protecting people from danger while growing stronger himself, Yoshimori will battle the forces of evil again tonight!
“KEKKAISHI is the latest series to join the VIZ Media family of animated titles available to U.S. audiences on Hulu and we hope that fans will enjoy its lively mix of adventure, comedy and demon-slaying action,” says Candice Uyloan, Director, Brand Management at VIZ Media. “We are committed to utilizing the web to deliver the best in anime through innovative web-based, video streaming outlets like Hulu. KEKKAISHI is an exciting addition to all the other top-rated anime from VIZ Media and we invite audiences to dive into this new series!”
KEKKAISHI, based on the hit manga series is a story of powerful mystical forces. For over 400 years, it has been the duty of a clan of “kekkaishi”—barrier masters—to guard the land and exterminate the supernatural creatures that are drawn to the area night after night.
Don’t miss checking out this exciting combination of comedy, adventure and action!
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