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MarketWatch (I know, wtf.) has recently given away the release dates to several upcoming 2009 SquareEnix titles. Since I'm not a fan of making people wait:

Star Ocean: Second Evolution, Jan 6, 2009. (PSP)
Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride, Feb 17, 2009. (DS)
Star Ocean: Last Hope, Mar 3, 2009. (360)
Valkyrie Profile: Covenant of the Plume, Mar 17, 2009. (DS)

Still no release date for FFXIII, but who honestly expected one.

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Check out the new screens of Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen for the Nintendo DS.

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Digital Leisure, a company that makes casual DVD-player games, has announced the upcoming release of Space Ace on Blu-Ray and HD DVD formats on April 8th. Similar to Dragon's Lair, Space Ace is a sort of interactive movie. Fully animated (hand-drawn animated lead by Don Bluth, of An American Tail and The Land Before Time fame) sequences are controlled by the player/viewer at certain junctures in the story, sort of like those "chose your fate" novels of yesteryear, except they're movies, or games.

The gamemovie...moviegame will have special features shot in 1080i, with an exclusive "Head 2 Head" online multiplayer type thing on compatible HD DVD players.

Thanks for sending in the tip, Robert!

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According to CVG, Takashi Sensui, Xbox Japan's boss, has stated in an interview with Jiji Press, the company's strategic goal of doubling the number of Xbox 360 titles in Japan in 2008. The highlight of the titles to be released, could possibly be a sequel to the RPG title, Blue Dragon.

Quoted directly from the news story, Mistwalker president, Hironobu Sakaguchi, has issued this comment:

"We're in talks with Microsoft about development of a sequel. Specifics aren't finalized, but there's a possibility that it will be produced as an online title."

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Square Enix has announced that Dragon Quest Monsters: Jokers is now available for the DS. To date, the Dragon Quest series has sold more than 43 million units worldwide. The handheld title is rated "E10+" for "Everyone 10 and older" and has an MSRP of $39.99 in retail stores.

Hit the link to visit the official website.

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Microsoft has announced that new downloadable content is available on Xbox Live for their RPG, Blue Dragon. One of the highlights is the "Way of Thieves" item that allows Shu and party to steal rare items from their enemies during battle. The package will cost you 200 Microsoft points and should appease fans until the November release of their "Shuffled Dungeon" package.

Hit the jump for the link to the official site.

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They're small, but it's the first peek of Blue Dragon for the Xbox 360. Check em out!

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Originally written by Tim Grube

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This article was originally published on Gaming Horizon, GameBump's predecessor. Certain formatting, imaged, and embedded content may have been lost in the transition process.

Below are some new screens from the 2007 SCEA Gamer's Day event for Dungeons & Dragons: Tactics for the PSP.

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Square Enix has announced the development of and tentative release dates for four of its impending titles as well as game details and system specifics.

For the Nintendo DS, Square is planning to launch Dragon Quest Monsters - Joker, an "addictive handheld monster collection RPG" that enables players to "capture, train, and breed a powerful army from more than 200 classic Dragon Quest creatures in order to become the world's greatest monster trainer." Sound familiar? The game is set to release in Q4 2007 (all dates given are for North America and, of course, subject to change at a moment's whim).

Square is developing another Dragon Quest title for the Nintendo Wii, entitled Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors. The game is being billed as suitable for both the hardcore and casual gaming audiences and makes extensive use of the Wii remote, enabling players to "slash, parry, and slice their way through a land filled with trademark Dragon Quest foes." The release date is currently TBA.

Square is also planning to release Ivalice Alliance Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions, a portable update of the original 1997 PlayStation classic (Final Fantasy Tactics), for the PlayStation Portable. The game features new CG cutscenes, new jobs, a 16:9 widescreen presentation, multiplayer, and "new storyline elements" that all "refine the genesis of the Ivalice Alliance." The game will launch simultaneously in both the European and North American regions this October and is already being enjoyed by gamers in Japan.

And finally, the company is also intending to launch Final Fantasy XII Revenant Wings, which continues the story of Final Fantasy XI, exclusively for the Nintendo DS. The game is a "sophisticated experience that commands full use of the Nintendo DS," featuring touch screen functionality via the stylus. The game is expected to release this winter.

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Originally written by Shiva Stella

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Microsoft has announced that it is bringing the "legendary arcade classic that introduced gamers to co-op stree-brawling action" - Double Dragon - to the Xbox Live Arcade service beginning Wednesday, May 9, at 9 a.m. GMT (2 a.m. PDT). The title will cost 400 Microsoft Points, is rated E10+ (with mild suggestive themes and violence - weren't those the good ole' days?) and includes online co-op via Xbox Live.

“Double Dragon” is the story of Billy and Jimmy Lee, twin brothers who learned to fight on the cold, tough streets of their city. Their expert knowledge of the ancient martial art of Sou-Setsu-Ken, combined with their streetwise outlook, means that they’re two of the most formidable combatants ever to walk the streets. Billy and Jimmy will use their feet, fists, elbows and whatever weapons come to hand to defeat the gang that kidnapped Billy’s girlfriend.

Features include:

• Two-player co-op multiplayer locally or over Xbox LIVE
• Special extras such as a look at the original Japanese and U.S. “Double Dragon” sales fliers
• Gameplay with either the original graphics or with new high-definition graphics
• All new music
• Hints and tips for newcomers
• Three leaderboards
• Customizable button configurations
• Ability to earn up to 12 Achievements and 200 Gamerscore points

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Originally written by Shiva Stella

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