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New SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS Trailer unveils Shadow’s Doom Powers

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Just in time for Gamescom, SEGA has released a brand new gameplay trailer for SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS showcasing Shadow new abilities called “Doom Powers” which allows him to traverse through iconic stages and challenging boss battles like never before! The Doom Powers revealed are:

  • Doom Spear
  • Doom Blast
  • Doom Morph
  • Doom Wing
  • Doom Surf

From surfing on water to flying over obstacles, the trailer is filled with high-speed gameplay and highlights the new abilities, stages such as Chaos Island from Sonic Frontiers™, and boss challenges fans can expect to play through this fall.

SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS is set to release on October 25, 2024, starting at $49.99 USD on PlayStation 5 (PS5), PlayStation 4 (PS4), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Nintendo Switch™ family of systems, and PC. Sonic fans can subscribe to the Sonic newsletter before November 1, 2024 to receive the Sonic Jam Legacy Skin for Classic Sonic, inspired by Sonic’s first 3D appearance. The Sonic Jam Legacy Skin is free for all SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS players. Pre-order your copy here!

 

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SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS Collector’s Edition Speeds into Pre-Orders at Limited Run Games

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As a surprising announcement from SEGA and Limited Run Games, Limited Run Games is opening global pre-orders TODAY for the way-past-cool SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS Collector’s Edition with pre-orders only remaining open until October 6, 2024!

What makes this Collector’s Edition set so special is that a copy of SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS will be available for everyone who pre-order the physical editions on major platforms; however, it’s the jaw-dropping, exclusive Dreamcast-inspired Sonic and Shadow statue that makes it a must-have for fans of everyone’s favorite hedgehog!

The design team at Limited Run is throwing back to the Sonic Adventure days with a Collector’s Edition that includes an exclusive Dreamcast statue with Sonic and Shadow, a commemorative Dreamcast jewel case, Chao mini figurines, an art book with the concept art of Shadow Generations, and more!

Here’s what’s included in the Collector’s Edition:

  • Standard Edition for PC OR Physical Day One Edition of SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X

  • Physical Day One Edition Only:

  • Sonic Adventure Skin

  • Gerald Robotnik’s Journal

  • Reversible Cover

  • Sonic & Shadow Dreamcast Statue

  • Switch or Blu-ray Steelbook

  • Deluxe Art Book

  • Original Soundtrack CD

  • Chao Mini Figurines

  • Sonic, Shadow, and Classic Sonic Shoes Keychain

  • Commemorative Dreamcast Jewel Case

  • Collector’s Box

  • Individually Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

The SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS Collector’s Edition is set to retail for $249.99 USD and will arrive on doorsteps in 2025.

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ATLUS announces full English voice cast for Metaphor: ReFantazio™ and details for an Xbox @ Gamescom Livestream

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Gamescom is happening this week and ATLUS has recently announced the full English voice cast for Metaphor: ReFantazio, including the voice role for the Protagonist. Here is the full list of voice actors for the upcoming game:

Voice Cast

  • Protagonist – Caleb Yen

  • Strohl – Stewart Clarke

  • Hulkenberg – Kristin Atherton

  • Gallica – Alejandra Reynoso

  • Heismay – Philippe Spall

  • Junah – Emma Ballantine

  • Eupha –  Emily Burnett

  • Neuras – David Monteith

  • Louis – Joseph Tweedale

  • More – Greg Chun

  • Grius – Gordon Cooper

Furthermore, Metaphor: ReFantazio will be part of the Xbox @ Gamescom 2024, hosting a voice actor interview and showing brand-new content. A demo of the fantasy JRPG from ATLUS will also be available for Gamescom audiences to play at the Xbox booth all week. You can catch the Q&A on Xbox Showcase Gamescom 2024 livestream on August 23rd here.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is an all-new fantasy RPG from the creative minds of the Persona™ series. Players will write their destiny and rise above fear as they step into a fantasy world unlike any other. Metaphor: ReFantazio will also launch on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Steam. Physical and digital pre-orders are available now. For more information and for links to pre-order, visit metaphor.atlus.com.

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Skydance to produce a live-action adaptation of SEGA’s Eternal Champions

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According to The Hollywood Reporter, American media production company Skydance is set to produce a live-action adaptation of the SEGA Genesis classic fighting game Eternal Champions. Derel Connolly, known for his work on the Jurassic World movies, has been assigned to write the script. David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Don Granger will produce the project for Skydance, while Toru Nakahara, who oversaw the adaptation of SEGA’s Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, will produce on behalf of SEGA. Rob Ree, credited with bringing Skydance and SEGA together on this project, will serve as executive producer. Aimee Rivera will oversee the project for Skydance.

Eternal Champions is a 2D fighting game developed for the Sega Genesis (known as the Mega Drive in the UK) by Sega Interactive in 1993. Created by Sega of America to capitalize on the massive success of Street Fighter II and Mortal Kombat, the game’s plot centers around the Eternal Champion gathering key individuals from different time periods before their deaths. These individuals compete in a fighting tournament, with the victor gaining the chance to regain their life and alter their fate, while restoring balance to the universe. The losers, however, are doomed to die as history records.

With recent trademarks and announced SEGA live-action adaptations, SEGA seems to be making a strong push to revive awareness of its classic brands. What are your thoughts on a live-action adaptation of Eternal Champions? We will keep you updated with more news on this project as it develops!

 

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Graveyard Good’s Limited The House of the Dead Merchandise Now Available For Pre-Order (72 Hours)

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It’s time to reload your wallets with money as Graveyard Goods is selling limited The House of the Dead merchandise which are available for pre-order within 72 hours ranging from head caps to hoodies. These items include:

Grab them fast through pre-orders while you can as these are very limited and are up on the website for 72 hours!

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New Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis Trailer Showcasing Metis

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Today, ATLUS shared a trailer highlighting Metis, the new android companion in Persona 3 Reload’s Episode Aigis -The Answer –. The trailer also introduces Lizzie Freeman, the voice actor bringing Metis to life. Episode Aigis is the third and final addition to the Persona 3 Reload: Expansion Pass, featuring 30 hours of all-new gameplay, new costumes and background music sets.

Character Description of Metis: A mysterious android who claims to be Aigis’s “sister”. She appears before the S.E.E.S. members who are trapped in a never-ending March 31st time loop and leads them to the Abyss of Time that has appeared in the basement of the dormitory. Her unique Persona is Psyche, specializing in physical, wind, and ice skills.

Episode Aigis -The Answer – releases on September 10, 2024, and will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Steam, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.

The Expansion Pass is available for free to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. Persona 3 Reload: Expansion Pass can be purchased on digital storefronts today for $34.99 and also includes the previously released Persona 5 Royal EX BGM Set, Persona 4 Golden EX BGM Set and Velvet Costume & BGM Set. For more information on Persona 3 Reload, visit persona.atlus.com/p3r/.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio’s Next Showcase Will Air on July 29, 2024

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Today, ATLUS announced that the next livestream showcase for their upcoming fantasy RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio will take place on July 29, 2024 at 6pm PT/9pm ET on the ATLUS West YouTube channel. The showcase titled, Metaphor: ReFantazio “ATLUS Exclusive” Showcase – Characters will reveal more details about Metaphor: ReFantazio’s dynamic cast of characters, social systems and the fight to be crowned king. The livestream will be led by Studio Zero director Katsura Hashino with English subtitles and dubbed audio.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is a full-scale fantasy RPG from the creative minds of the Persona series. Players will write their destiny and rise above fear as they step into a fantasy world unlike any other. Metaphor: ReFantazio launches October 11, 2024 for Xbox Series X|S, Windows, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Steam. Physical and digital pre-orders are available now.

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Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe returns to San Diego on July 25

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If you happen to be attending San Diego Comic Con or around the area. The official Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe, the popular Sonic-themed restaurant, will be making its return in San Diego with the Grand Opening taking place on July 25, 2024, on 910 J St Space 2, San Diego, CA 92101 from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. PT.

Throughout San Diego Comic-Con (July 25-28), the first 25 people in line each day will be eligible to receive special Sonic giveaways from SEGA. The official blue mascot will be onsite throughout the four-day celebration and surprise guest autograph signings and appearances will take place during Comic-Con.

The three-month pop-up eatery is the fourth iteration of the exclusive collaboration between gaming brand SEGA and Secret Sauce Society’s Andy Nguyen, Kevin Seo and Phillip Huynh. After a successful launch in San Diego in 2023, the restaurant also opened pop-up shops near Los Angeles and Houston.

The latest Speed Cafe location continues to feature iconic characters and themes from the Sonic universe but will also be heavily inspired by the Ultimate Lifeform, Shadow the Hedgehog, in honor of the Fearless: Year of Shadow brand campaign and other exclusive elements for San Diego Comic-Con.

Not only that Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe is coming back during San Diego Comic Con, the Sonic Symphony performance will also take place July 27, 2024 at the San Diego Civic Center. Additionally, the custom Shadow-inspired motorcycle will be cruising around the Gaslamp District on both July 27 and July 28.

Click here for more information on what to expect at Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe!

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SEGAbits @ Anime Expo 2024: Metaphor: ReFantazio Demo Hands On Impressions

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Thanks to the generous folks at Atlus, we recently had the opportunity to delve into an early hands-on demo of Metaphor: ReFantazio, their upcoming RPG slated for release on October 11, 2024, at Anime Expo. Developed by Studio Zero, renowned for their work on the Persona series, this title promises to captivate both longtime fans of Atlus and newcomers alike. Want to know our thoughts on our experience playing the demo? Hit the jump and find out!

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Sneak Peek at SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS: Dark Beginnings

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If you were unable to attend Anime Expo this year, no worries as SEGA has officially released the teaser for SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS: Dark Beginnings in high definition.

Serving as a prolouge animation to the upcoming game, past and present collide in a frantic chase for truth and understanding! Shadow is haunted by the memories of battles fought and lives lost. But these nightmares aren’t just lingering pain! They’re prompted by a force Shadow thought was destroyed.

SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS: Dark Beginnings will be released with 3 episodes this fall!

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SEGAbits @ Anime Expo 2024: Metaphor: ReFantazio – Story Trailer

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Today, ATLUS released a new trailer for their upcoming fantasy RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio. The trailer was first revealed to attendees of today’s Anime Expo 2024 panel, “ATLUS Presents: The World of Metaphor: ReFantazio featuring Katsura Hashino & Shigenori Soejima.”

This story-focused trailer offers viewers an early peek at the turbulent events that kickstart the player’s journey in Metaphor: ReFantazio.

Metaphor: ReFantazio will launch on October 11, 2024 on Xbox Series X|S, Windows, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Steam. Physical and digital pre-orders are available now.

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Phantasy Star receives a Table Top RPG

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The original role playing Master System title that started it all, Phantasy Star will be receiving a table top roleplaying game powered by Esper Genesis, a comprehensive sci-fi roleplaying rules system you can use to build, customize, and expand your game, with the only limit being your imagination.

The Phantasy Star Tabletop RPG is a cooperative, storytelling game where you and your friends take on the roles of heroic protagonists in a boundless universe based on the popular Phantasy Star video game series.

The table top role playing game will be available in 2025. You can check out further details and sign up to the mailing list on the official website.

Thanks Mike Cisneros for the news!

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