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Shenmue’s Ryo and more accidentally revealed for Project X Zone 2

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After the bombshell of an announcement at the Tokyo Game Show last week, you’d think it would be a while until anymore characters would be confirmed for Project X Zone 2, the crossover strategy RPG sequel. Well, it seems like a couple more characters have been accidentally leaked.

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Ryo is dead centre – between the succubus and the space reporter. Bet you didn’t think you’d be reading a sentence like that today.

 

Japanese website Games Talk uploaded some images from the Korean localisation of the game, which seem to show previously unknown characters. The most prominent being Ryo Hazuki, the main character of the Shenmue series. His inclusion will be no doubt most welcome given the series’ popularity, especially since Shenmue 3 was announced earlier this year at E3. It’s not known where he’ll be part of a Pair Unit or as a Solo Unit (my money’s on Solo) but, regardless, his inclusion is bound to make some people very happy.

More screens also show off two more Solo Units; the most notable being Estelle from Tales of Vesperia, who is slightly cut off in the image. In the last game, she was in a Pair Unit with Yuri but seems to have swapped places with Flynn this time around.

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There she is on the far left.

 

The other Solo Unit seems to be Ingrid, a character who debuted in a previous crossover game, Capcom Fighting Evolution. She later appeared in Street Fighter Alpha 3 MAX for the PSP, where it was revealed she was a time traveler who came back in time to retrieve her Psycho Power, which had been stolen by Street Fighter villain M. Bison (Street Fighter’s continuity is weird). There’s no official confirmation that it’s her but the sprite seen in the image bears a close resemblance.

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Girl in blue at the bottom of the top panel.

 

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Here’s what she looks like in Street Fighter.

 

Project X Zone 2 will be released for the 3DS in February in America and Europe (Japan will get it this November) and will star various characters from Capcom, Sega and Namco franchises, including Dante and Vergil from Devil May Cry, Phoenix Wright from Ace Attorney, Kazuma and Goro from Yakuza: Dead Souls, Axel Stone from Streets of Rage, Jin and Kazuya from Tekken, Natsu from Soul Calibur V and even Nintendo characters – Chrom and Lucina from Fire Emblem Awakening and Fiora from Xenoblade Chronicles.

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Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game

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Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.

Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.

Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.

What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games

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Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.

In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.

According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.

In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!

Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5

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It appears that many

are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.

We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.

It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.

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