Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition Announced

THE FINAL FANTASY XV UNIVERSE EXPANDS WITH

NEW WAYS TO EXPERIENCE EOS

 Players will soon have even more ways to experience the FINAL FANTASY® XV Universe as SQUARE ENIX® unveiled the FINAL FANTASY XV POCKET EDITION, FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION and a November 21 release date for MONSTER OF THE DEEP: FINAL FANTASY XV.

The FINAL FANTASY XV POCKET EDITION for iOS, Android and Windows 10 devices, to be released later this year, is an all-new adventure that retells the beloved story of FINAL FANTASY XV, giving fans and newcomers alike the freedom to journey through Eos whenever and from wherever they want. The mobile game features the main characters and story of the console version and newly-announcedFINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION, with an adorable art style and casual touch controls optimized for mobile devices. The main story is told across ten thrilling episodes, with all ten episodes available at launch and the first episode downloadable for free. The new FINAL FANTASY XV POCKET EDITION trailer is available on YouTube: 

Elsewhere in the FINAL FANTASY XV Universe, SQUARE ENIX also announced that MONSTER OF THE DEEP: FINAL FANTASY XV will launch on November 21 for PlayStation®VR. In this brand-new VR experience, players will head out on a fishing expedition with Noctis and his crew across picturesque locations in Eos. The Story Mode places players in the middle of an exhilarating and action-packed showdown with a menace that lurks in the depths, while the Free Fishing Mode allows players to take in the the sights, sounds and scenery through a variety of fishing challenges. Starting tomorrow, fans who pre-order the game from the PlayStation® Store will receive a custom MONSTER OF THE DEEP: FINAL FANTASY XV dynamic theme and in-game Samurai Outfit.

Finally, at yesterday’s NVIDIA® conference in Germany, FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION was unveiled as the Windows PC version of the fifteenth mainline entry in the FINAL FANTASY franchise. Loaded with NVIDIA GameWorks™ technology and implementing other advanced PC features like cutting-edge graphics and physics simulation technologies, the game will launch with support for native 4K and 8K resolutions, along with HDR10 and DOLBY ATMOS®. FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION will also include all Season Pass and free update content already released for the console version, with the addition of a new optional first-person mode for a more immersive player experience.

The new FINAL FANTASY XV UNIVERSE gamescom trailer is available on YouTube:

FINAL FANTASY XV POCKET EDITION, FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION and MONSTER OF THE DEEP: FINAL FANTASY XV are not yet rated. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

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THE WALKING DEAD: HERE’S NEGAN! TO BE COLLECTED INTO HARDCOVER EDITION AND AVAILABLE THIS OCTOBER

Bestselling, award-winning pop culture phenomenon Robert Kirkman (THE WALKING DEAD, OUTCAST BY KIRKMAN & AZACETA) and artist Charlie Adlard (THE WALKING DEAD) spin the backstory for one of the most controversial and complex characters in THE WALKING DEAD history in THE WALKING DEAD: HERE’S NEGAN! This special backstory was first serialized in Image+ magazine and will be collected in its entirety into a hardcover edition and made available through Image Comics/Skybound Entertainment this October.

Who is Negan? Since his debut in THE WALKING DEAD #100, the charismatic psychopath has antagonized Rick Grimes, murdered his friend with a baseball bat wrapped in barb wire (which he calls "Lucille"), and led the Saviors into war against Alexandria and the neighboring communities.

THE WALKING DEAD: HERE’S NEGAN! hardcover (ISBN: 978-1-5343-0327-0) will be available for $19.99 in comic book retailers on Wednesday, October 4th and in bookstores on Tuesday, October 10th.

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LEGENDS COLLIDE IN NEW WONDER WOMAN/CONAN CROSSOVER

Gail Simone pens a new miniseries this September

The wondrous Diana of Themyscira comes face to face with the Cimmerian barbarian Conan in a new miniseries this fall—Wonder Woman/Conan. DC and Dark Horse have teamed up for a crossover of epic proportions, bringing back fan-favorite Wonder Woman writer Gail Simone and Wonder Woman artist Aaron Lopresti for an adventure unlike anything seen before—a collision of legends.

“I love crossovers, I love Wonder Woman, and being able to bring the undisputed greatest warriors of the DCU and Robert E. Howard's Hyborian Age together for the very first time is a dream come true,” says Simone. “A major draw is getting to reunite with the great Aaron Lopresti, whose very favorite things to draw are Wonder Woman and barbarians. Its blades and bracelets, wizards and wonder and I couldn't be more delighted.”

Our tale begins as Conan the Barbarian arrives on the shores of an unknown land, and soon meets the world’s most fearsome arena fighter—Wonder Woman. Ill-fated circumstances force them both into slavery. As they attempt to free themselves from the grips of the rich and powerful slave-owner Dellos, a dark magic descends upon their land, a presence that wants to destroy them both. But who has the might to stop the most talented gladiators who have ever existed?

Wonder Woman has been a pivotal character in the DC Universe for over 75 years as a member of the Trinity and the Justice League, and as a notable icon around the world. Conan the Barbarian, similarly, has long been an important character since his creation 85 years ago. Dark Horse has been publishing Conan stories since 2003, and new and exciting tales continue to hit shelves.

“Uniting the greatest characters of the DC Universe with some of the most famous and notable characters in pop culture is at the core of the most memorable crossovers we’ve ever done,” said DC Entertainment Editor-in-Chief Bob Harras. “Gail and Aaron’s series will surely create a new legend for fans and readers to talk about for years to come.”

A tale of myths and magic, Simone and Lopresti bring to life a new world for these two heroes—weaving a story of fantasy, mythos and adventure. The six-issue saga begins September 20.

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'Minecraft: Story Mode - The Complete Adventure' Out Now at Retail and for Download on Nintendo Switch

All eight episodes of season one are now available on Switch in North America, and will become available in Europe and other territories on Friday, August 25. Award-winning developer and publisher of digital entertainment Telltale Games and world-renowned game developer Mojang today announced that Minecraft: Story Mode - The Complete Adventure is now available on Nintendo Switch in North America and will become available on August 25 in Europe and other regions. Available as both a digital download and a physical cartridge at retail, The Complete Adventure includes all eight episodes from the first season of Minecraft: Story Mode: five episodes from the original season pass, plus the three bonus episodes from the 'Adventure Pass' add-on series. This collection also represents Telltale Games' first official release on Nintendo's latest console. In Minecraft: Story Mode, players embark on a perilous adventure across the Overworld, through the Nether, to the End, and beyond. While attempting to enter EnderCon and meet Gabriel the Warrior, Jesse and friends discover that something is wrong... something dreadful. Terror is unleashed, forcing Jesse to set out on a quest to find The Order of the Stone in hopes of saving the world from oblivion. Minecraft: Story Mode - The Complete Adventure features an all-star cast, including Patton Oswalt as male Jesse, Catherine Taber as female Jesse, Brian Posehn, Ashley Johnson, Scott Porter, Martha Plimpton, Dave Fennoy, Corey Feldman, Billy West, John Hodgman, Paul Reubens, Sean Astin, Jim Meskimen, Melissa Hutchison, Yvette Nicole Brown, Jim Cummings, Kari Wahlgren, Stampy Cat, Stacy Plays, DanTDM (The Diamond Minecart), and CaptainSparklez. Minecraft: Story Mode - The Complete Adventure is available for US$39.99 or equivalent, and has been rated 'Everyone 10+' for Fantasy Violence and Mild Language by the ESRB. The Complete Adventure is a standalone product separate from the core Minecraft game. For more information on Telltale Games, visit the official website, follow @TelltaleGames on Twitter, and like Telltale on Facebook. For more information on Mojang, visit the official website, follow @Mojang and @Minecraft on Twitter, and like Minecraft on Facebook. Post by Vikki Twitter: ProfessorWhite Facebook: Fangirl Review

Bust-A-Move Journey Now Available on the App Store and Google Play Store

Classic Puzzle Game Has Arrived

TAITO Corporation (Main office: Shinjuku, Tokyo, herein after TAITO) announced the release of the classic puzzle game “Bust-A-Move Journey” on the App Store® and Google Play™ Store for mobile devices and tablets.

Brothers “Bubblun” and “Bobblun” have been turned into dragons by the curse of a witch. The brothers blow and burst bubbles to search a way to turn back into human form. Bust-A-Move/Puzzle Bobble’s classic, exciting play formula is simple but addictive: connect three or more bubbles of the same color to remove them from the field and progress.

Features:

• - Shoot bubbles to match 3 or more of the same color to make them pop!
• - Complete your missions in every stage such as "Pop all the bubbles!", "Reach the target score!" and "Save Chack'n!"!
• - Clearing a stage unlocks the next stage. Move forward on your way!
• - Skillfully use the helpful items and characters to advance stages!
• - "EASY MODE" to assist "Guide & Change Up" functions are now available!
• - The game includes 270+ stages with a variety of mechanics!
• - Players can purchase maps to play additional stages from Stage 271.

Title Bust-A-Move Journey
Date August 21, 2017
Price $4.99 USD (In-App Purchases $0.99USD)
App Store
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id1259109799
Google Play
https://play.google.com/stor/apps/details?id=jp.co.taito.bustamovejourney&hl=en

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The Nintendo World Championships Are Returning This October

Players of All Ages Can Compete in Modern and Classic Nintendo Games in the Nintendo World Championships 2017 – Players Qualify at Eight Select Best Buy Stores

Imagine standing on the big stage, controller in hand. Everyone in the audience is cheering your name, and even more are watching live at home. After advancing through the tournament, you are about to start the finals. If you win this round, you will be named the Nintendo World Championships 2017 tournament winner. Your heart is beating. The competition begins…

This triumphant scenario might sound like a dream for any Nintendo fan, but it could actually be a reality! With the Nintendo World Championships 2017 tournament, taking place on Oct. 7 in New York at Manhattan Center’s Grand Ballroom, fans of all ages from around the country have the chance to be a part of Nintendo history.

Following its debut in 1990, the Nintendo World Championships made a grand return at E3 2015 in Los Angeles. The Nintendo World Championships finds fans of all ages and walks of life competing in a variety of Nintendo games, both recent and retro. Here’s how it all works:

Starting on Aug. 19, select Best Buy stores around the country will host qualifying events in eight locations around the country. Players will be divided into two groups based on their age, and both groups will play Mario Kart 7 for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. The first age group, 12 and Younger, will play as Mario on the Nintendo DS “Luigi’s Mansion” course using Standard Kart, Standard Wheels and Super Glider. The second age group, 13 and Older, will play as Bowser on the Game Boy Advance “Bowser Castle 1” course using Standard Kart, Standard Wheels and Super Glider. The player with the best Time Trial entry in each age group at the end of the two-day event at each location will qualify for the Nintendo World Championships 2017!

Additionally, anyone who visits these events at Best Buy will be able to try demo versions of the Super Mario Odyssey game, launching Oct. 27 for the Nintendo Switch system and the Metroid: Samus Returns game for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, arriving on Sept. 15. Plus, visitors who are My Nintendo members will be able to check in using their My Nintendo QR Code at any of the qualifier event locations to receive 100 Platinum Points. My Nintendo members who are one of the first 200 to check in daily at each location will receive a My Nintendo pin as an added bonus.

During the Nintendo World Championships event in New York, players will battle their way through a variety of games where they will be eliminated or will advance their way through the tournament based on their performance.

“The format of the Nintendo World Championships means that anyone has a chance to become the winner,” said Doug Bowser, Nintendo of America’s Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Audiences are hungry to watch competitive video games in action, and many of our most classic games, both old and new, are well-suited to competition by players of all ages.”

The qualifying rounds will take place at the following Best Buy stores:

Best Buy Address				Dates				Times (All times local)
610 Exterior St. Bronx, NY 10451				Aug. 19-20				Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
181 Curtner Ave. San Jose, CA 95125				Aug. 19-20				Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
3675 Pacific Coast Highway Torrance, CA 90505				Aug. 26-27				Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
2301 Howard St. Evanston, IL, 60202				Aug. 26-27				Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
9378 N. Central Expressway Dallas, TX 75231				Sept. 2-3				Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
1000 W. 78th St. Richfield, MN, 55423				Sept. 2-3				Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
4001 W. 20th Ave. Hialeah, FL 33012				Sept. 9-10				Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
17364 Southcenter Parkway Tukwila, WA 98188				Sept. 9-10				Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Participation in the qualifying events is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tickets to attend the final event in New York will be limited. Details on ticket availability and distribution will be shared in the coming weeks.

For more information about the Nintendo World Championships 2017 and full rules for the qualifying events, visit http://nwc.nintendo.com/.

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