TOYS Portrait of Pirates One Piece Neo DX Bartholomew Kuma

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX»  Bartholomew Kuma is one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea aka Shichibukai and he carries a bounty of 296,000,000 on his head. Kuma's a big burly bear of a man and he carries a Bible with him like an evangelist of sorts except he doesn't do much preaching. Kuma was originally ordered to destroy the Straw Hat Pirates but decides against it, bargaining to only take Luffy's life but Zoro offers his own life in place of Luffy. Kuma agrees but after doing the deed, he doesn't confirm Zoro's death...

   Bartholomew wears a black shiny jacket with a white symbol on the front - it could be a representation of the crosshair of a gun or perhaps an improvised ship's steering wheel. Kuma's hat bears a pair of mouse ears which make him appear like a Disney Mouseketeer. Repeat: Mouseketeer.

   Megahouse's rendition of Bartholomew Kuma is sculpted to 1/8 scale and measures 33cm or 13" tall so he towers above the other members of the Portrait of Pirates figures that have been released thus far. Kuma comes with an extra pair of hands, a replacement face, and his trusty Bible. New orders are welcome to ship today.

TOYS Portrait of Pirates One Piece Portgas D. Ace

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The "Strong World" rendition of Portgas D. Ace decks the foster brother of Luffy D. Monkey in a shiny and swishy leather jacket with matching leather pants. Portgas normally runs around shirtless like Matthew Mcconaughey but he gets on some garb in the Strong World movie to match the Straw Hat Pirates who are in matching leather duds. To add to the leather ensemble, Portgas' waist is adorned with a studded leather belt.

   Portgas's Strong World figure includes a total of three firearms - two rifles which may be hefted in his hands and a pistol that's slotted into a holster attached to his left leg. Two flames are affixed to Portgas' hands, one which billows upwards from two fingers on his right hand and a larger flame which emanates from the palm of his left hand. All preorders for the Portgas figure have shipped already and new orders are welcome to ship this afternoon.

TOYS Portrait of Pirates One Piece Neo DX Vista

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The barrel-chested Vista is a mustachioed muscle man with a penchant for swordplay. In one battle against Dracule Mihawk, the two decided to call a truce after they discovered that they were evenly matched after exchanging a few sword strokes and otherworldly slashes.

   The Portrait of Pirates rendition of Vista is stocky and powerfully built which befits Vista's animated persona. His outfit is of the superhero-ish caliber with a billowing cape and a shirt which is opened at the chest to show the world his pectorals and hirsute nature. A pair of cutlasses with semi-circular handles is included with the figure which are sheathed into scabbards that are fixed to his sides. Vista's arms are pointed downwards so he won't be wielding any sabers in this incarnation. Preorders for the Vista figure have shipped already and new orders are welcome.

PSP Kidou Senshi Gundam Shin Ghiren no Yabou - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Originally released on the Sega Saturn console in April 1998, Bandai reissues Kidou Senshi Gundam: Ghiren no Yabou for the PSP but since the game's been upgraded, the word "Shin" is inserted between "Gundam" and "Ghiren" in the title. In the original Saturn release, the only option for playing the game was on the side of the Principality of Zeon but the PSP version allows gamers to play on the side of the Earth Federation or the Zeon.

Once the action kicks off, the scenarios are taken from the Gundam mythos - for example, the Zeon storyline starts off in space where the Principality is short on cash and resources but they're overloaded with skilled Zaku pilots. An invasion of Earth is about to take place which will replenish the Zaku coffers and allow them to amass resources with which to build up their forces. Players engage in tactical theaters of conflict where mech forces battle each other in turn-based skirmishes. When an encounter kicks off, attacks are shown in short animated sequences where the two sides fire upon each other and take damage.

   New features in the Playstation Portable update include new maps, a friendlier unit movement system, and the ability to play pilot-character scenarios for Amuro Ray, Char, Dozle, and more. Although players can take control of the entire side as an omnipresent commander, the option to play as a lowly pilot of squadron commander is also available.

PSP Senritsu No Stratus Normal Edition - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Invading aliens known as the Meme are wreaking havoc on Earth and it's up to a trio of sword-wielding warriors to beat them back. Interactive sequences lead to side scrolling slashing action and shooting stints against the Meme invaders. Preorders are welcome.

TOYS Princess Crown & Odin Sphere Trading Figures - New

NCS Product Synopsis

«©NCSX» Characters from the OdinSphere and Princess Crown video games are shrunken, deformed, and molded into non-scale representations of themselves in Megahouse's new trading figure set. The heroines measure 3cm or 1.18" tall and are as follows:

» Gradriel (Princess Crown)
» Aryan (Princess Crown)
» Proserpina (Princess Crown)
» Gwendolyn (OdinSphere)
» Velvet  (OdinSphere)
» Mercedes  (OdinSphere)

 

Also known as Game Characters Collection Mini Princess Crown & Odin Sphere Box.

X360 DoDonPachi Resurrection - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» European shooter fans are looking forward to Rising Star’s localization of the Cave shooter “DoDonPachi Resurrection” aka “DoDonPachi Dai Fukkatsu” this winter but North American gamers are also invited to play because the game will be partially region-free. The game will boot fine on North American Xbox 360 consoles but is incompatible with Japanese Xbox 360s.

   According to Yen Hau of Rising Star games, the European version of DDPDF will be the 1.5 version of the game. From an interview with Electronic Theater, Hau said, “We will be releasing the final version of Dodonpachi Resurrection in one Deluxe package. This includes the final Version 1.5 and both Arrange modes which were included in the Japanese release. The Black Label Arrange mode and updated Version 1.51 will be available as [downloadable content] over Xbox LIVE. We will also include the official soundtrack in the pack, just as we did with Deathsmiles.”

   Preorders are welcome starting today to ship on November 21, 2011 at US$65.90.

MAG Weekly Famitsu Vol. 1186 - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The September 8, 2011 issue of Weekly Famitsu includes coverage on the following games and events in the Japanese marketplace:
» News and photographs from Gamescom 2011 in Cologne, Germany.
» Gundam EXTREME Vs is headed home to the Playstation 3 in December.
» Chunsoft is working on Gyokugen Dasshutsu Adv: Zennin Shiboudes for the Nintendo 3DS and Playstation Vita.
» Preview for 3DS Tekken 3D Prime Edition which is expected in 2012.
» Reviews for 3DS Devil Survivor: Over Clock, PSP Corpse Party: Book of Shadows (7/7/8/6), and PSP Grand Knights History (10/9/9/8).
» Continuing coverage on PS3 Tales of Xillia.
» PS3/X360 Final Fantasy XIII-2 preview which shows a new look for Serah Farron and Moogle.
» A 64-page Monster Hunter 3rd Portable HD Version is included in the centerfold which teaches players how to tame the game.
» Famitsu includes a "Konami Special" section which features PS3/X360 Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker HD Edition, PS3/X360 Metal Gear Solid HD Edition, and Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater 3D. Frontier Gate for the PSP, Silent Hill: Downpour for the PS3, and Never Dead are also shown.
» Ice cream from Baskin Robbins, Haagen Dazs, Hershey, Hobson's, and Lotte are featured in this week's PICK UP FOOD

DoDonPachi Resurrection in Europe

European shooter fans are looking forward to Rising Star’s localization of the Cave shooter “DoDonPachi Resurrection” aka “DoDonPachi Dai Fukkatsu” this winter but North American gamers are also invited to play because the game will be region-free. The game is scheduled to be released on November 11, 2011. Preorders are expected to open up at NCSX in the next few days.


According to Yen Hau of Rising Star games, the European version of DDPDF will be the 1.5 version of the game. From an interview with Electronic Theater, Hau said, “We will be releasing the final version of Dodonpachi Resurrection in one Deluxe package. This includes the final Version 1.5 and both Arrange modes which were included in the Japanese release. The Black Label Arrange mode and updated Version 1.51 will be available as [downloadable content] over Xbox LIVE. We will also include the official soundtrack in the pack, just as we did with Deathsmiles.”


From Rising Star’s Facebook page:

Publisher’s Game Synopsis
     Dodonpachi Resurrection (Daifukkatsu in Japan) is the fifth game in CAVE’s flagship DonPachi series.
After the turmoil caused by the assault on Lunapolis which sparked the “Blissful Death Wars” (as depicted in the previous installment), peace seems to have been restored, with the legendary DonPachi Corps retreating to its HQ in a space-time fold. Six years later, anomalies are detected in the space-time fabric, yet tests reveal nothing out of order, with the portals regularly functioning for both teleportation and time travel; also, the leader of the DonPachi squadron Colonel Longhena Gottvin dismisses the matter due to the lack of actual danger.


   Nevertheless, a technician delves deeper into the anomaly, discovering that something has infiltrated the HQ computer systems and is using the portals to send large quantities of materials and data to the past, spreading out like a virus and quickly evolving. Unsettled, the Colonel authorizes the last transport ship to time jump in order to fight back the invasion before future changes.


   Once again, the three pilots jump back in time to 2008 and enter the fray, the transport ship being targeted as soon as it exits the portal: the Element Daughters, gigantic evolutions of the Dolls, are awaiting… The bee is still humming.

Key Features
Xbox 360‐only Features. Now players can experience Dodonpachi Resurrection the way it was intended, for arcades. Challenge the complex scoring system of Arcade mode in full HD resolution with an arcade stick or Xbox 360 controller.


An AI that adapts to the player. Dodonpachi Resurrection for Xbox 360 features a remixed mode “Arrange B” which adjusts itself according to the user’s play style. With every play-through, bullets increase or decrease according to skill. With each clear, enemies get harder to kill and more bullets fill the screen, on the other hand giving incredible scoring opportunities. The only stop to this progression is the skill of the player him or herself.


A Tribute to a Classic. Exclusive to the console release, “Arrange A” is the second remixed mode included with “Resurrection”, which borrows some of the gameplay mechanics of PS2 shooter classic and prequel “Daioujou” for a massive challenge.


Online scoreboards and replays. Dodonpachi Resurrection features online scoreboards and replays to let you compare your scores to friends as well as the best of the best. Online score sharing is a huge step over the PS2 days and conveys the relevance of point‐based games much better than any offline console has ever done.

Game Features

• ARCADE MODE: A faithful port of the arcade classic.
• Fight through the bullets to put an end to NEXY’s nefarious plot
• Slowdown, integral to the dodging experience, reproduced for fans of the arcade.
• Includes a fully-featured Triangle mode for boosting your high score and getting past tough bosses
• ARRANGE A: TRIBUTE TO DAIOUJOU
• Allows players to use their “hyper” to slow down bullets and earn lots of points
• Featuring an original game system designed by the godfather of CAVE games himself, Tsuneki Ikeda
• ARRANGE B: ENDLESS PROGRESSION. Revamped Game System & Revamped Scoring
• Download other player’s replays to see how the system has adapted to their styles
• Included is a Remix Album by “RESONATOR”, a veteran game music unit from Japan.

PSP Black Rock Shooter The Game with WRS Charm - New

From the Publisher
   Black Rock Shooter The Game has been generating all kinds of buzz among fans for its appealing character designs from the renowned artist Huke, and later on given voice by the ever-popular Miku Hatsune. What began as a single character design has now evolved into a PlayStation Portable title.
2032 AD—Earth has been ruthlessly assaulted by extraterrestrials, and nineteen years of nonstop battle now threaten the very existence of humanity. The last hope for human survival is BRS, a heroine created solely to save planet Earth; she is the ultimate battle android. But when she is awakened to end the battle once and for all, there are only twelve human beings left on Earth…

   The Black Rock Shooter The Game with WRS Charm includes a White Rock Shooter toy figure which is mounted on a circular pedestal.

PSP Black Rock Shooter The Game White Premium Box - New

From the Publisher
   Black Rock Shooter The Game has been generating all kinds of buzz among fans for its appealing character designs from the renowned artist Huke, and later on given voice by the ever-popular Miku Hatsune. What began as a single character design has now evolved into a PlayStation Portable title.
2032 AD—Earth has been ruthlessly assaulted by extraterrestrials, and nineteen years of nonstop battle now threaten the very existence of humanity. The last hope for human survival is BRS, a heroine created solely to save planet Earth; she is the ultimate battle android. But when she is awakened to end the battle once and for all, there are only twelve human beings left on Earth… The premium edition includes a limited edition figma figure, an artwork booklet, and a limited edition soundtrack.

PSP Black Rock Shooter The Game Memory Stick Pro Duo 4GB

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The Black*Rock Shooter game for PSP shipped this week in Japan and it proved to be one of the more popular PSP games this summer based on sales volume. To capitalize on the launch of PSP Black*Rock Shooter, Hori is releases a special 4-Gigabyte Memory Stick Duo which dovetails with the release of the game.

   The front of the BRS 4GB memory stick is imprinted with two characters from Black*Rock Shooter and a DLC code is included which allows the download of Black*Rock wallpaper and an original costume theme for the Black*Rock game. The memory stick may be used with the PSP-1000, PSP-2000, and PSP-3000 models.

PSP Black Rock Shooter The Game Accessory Set - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The Black*Rock Shooter game for PSP shipped this week in Japan and it proved to be one of the more popular PSP games this summer based on sales volume. To capitalize on the launch of PSP Black*Rock Shooter, Hori is releases a special 4-Gigabyte Memory Stick Duo which dovetails with the release of the game. 
 
Three bonuses are included in the accessory set as follows:

» Black*Rock Shooter Black Hard Pouch for PSP-3000 only
» Black*Rock Shooter PSP Clear Case
» Black*Rock Shooter 3-piece headphone set

   All preorders are shipping today. Please note that the PSP clear case is an overlay for the Playstation Portable handheld.

PS3 Monster Hunter Portable 3rd HD Ver - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis

«©NCSX» Wander through the world of Monster Hunter once more with a new PS3 game that centers around Yukumo Village. Nestled within a mountainous region and inundated with hot springs, Yukumo is a cozy locale for hunters to visit and relax. Recently, monsters have begun to roam the wilds around the village and a call to the Hunter's Guild has been made for help. Inside the village, hunters may look for assignments in the great Gathering Hall and purchase supplies at the General Store. For armaments and armor, the Blacksmith is the place to visit.

   Capcom originally released Monster Hunter Portable 3rd on the PSP late last year and they're bringing it back on the Playstation 3 with a high-definition visual upgrade which includes brand new 3D content (compatible with HDMI-compliant 3D televisions). Gamers may transfer PSP save-data to the PS3 conversion and the Blu-Ray will also include a collection of Monster Hunter OP footage.

PS3 Sengoku Musou 3 Empires - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis

«©NCSX» Return to the battlefields of the Warring States and clash against opposing armies of oncoming attackers. Players choose a clan from the period of the Tokugawa Dynasty and hack and slash through various missions in a bid to unite Japan under a single crest. Sengoku Musou 3 Empires includes a story mode which allows players to experience the drama and intrigue of the Warring States under the auspices of a clan of his choosing. A new move added to the game is the "Spirit Evade" maneuver where a protagonist presses the "X" button to break away from combination attacks.

Game Features
● Over 600 warriors to choose from
● Create a unique character by mixing pre-built parts
● Expand the game with new download content
● Build castles and towns to support troops against enemies
● Social integration feature

PS3 Sengoku Musou 3 Empires Treasure Box - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Return to the battlefields of the Warring States and clash against opposing armies of oncoming attackers. Players choose a clan from the period of the Tokugawa Dynasty and hack and slash through various missions in a bid to unite Japan under a single crest. Sengoku Musou 3 Empires includes a story mode which allows players to experience the drama and intrigue of the Warring States under the auspices of a clan of his choosing. A new move added to the game is the "Spirit Evade" maneuver where a protagonist presses the "X" button to break away from combination attacks.

 
   The Sengoku Musou 3 Empires Treasure Box includes four bonuses:

● Secret Walkthrough Manual / Visual Story Book
● Collection of 40 mini character standees which are packaged in a binder
● Exclusive Treasure Box game download content which allows players to build and embellish a ninja village.
● DLC code to download special banners which feature super-deformed renditions of the Tokugawa heroes.

   All preorders for the Sengoku Musou 3 Empires Treasure Box are shipping today. New orders are welcome.   

3DS Yuugen Gaisha Brave Company - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Trouble's brewing across the land and in the absence of a proper law enforcement authority, it's up to Brave Company to extinguish potential calamity and keep citizens safe. As the leader of the business, players recruit heroes and send them on missions to beat back interlopers and those who would disturb the peace. Players decide which classes of characters to send on missions for which they are best suited - for example, archers would do better than knights when the objective is killing monsters from afar. By managing resources and handling the business of fighting monsters, Brave Company grows and the city expands into a larger metropolis with new buildings. Preorders for the Nintendo 3DS version of the game are shipping on October 27, 2011. A version for the iPhone is also in development.

3DS Mameshiba - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The Mameshiba are a breed of beans that are also dogs. They're crazy like that. In addition to being plant and animal, the Mameshiba also have unique personalities that endow them with moxie and the ability to communicate with their human caretakers.

   The Nintendo 3DS Mameshiba game places the strange animals inside a house where they communicate, eat, play with toys, and even decorate rooms. To create a bond with the Mameshiba, give them treats to snack on and pop the occasional gift to bribe them into loving you. The beasts also offer trivia questions for a little back and forth interaction. The game features a total of 38 Mameshiba of different stripes to play with. Preorders are welcome to ship on October 27, 2011. 

TOYS Tales of Series Trading Mascot Set - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
 «©NCSX» The larger than life heroes and heroines of the Tales games are shrunk, super-deformed, and crafted into miniature renditions of themselves. Since there are so many Tales game and heroes that go along with those games, two sets were needed to accommodate all of the heroes as follows:

 Tales of Series Trading Mascot Set A
    Featuring the following characters: Stahn (TOD), Leon (TOD), Reid (TOE), Kyle (TOD2), Veigue (Rebirth), Ruca (Innocence), Shing (Hearts), Asbel (Graces), and a special bonus Milla (Xillia) figure.
 
 Tales of Series Trading Mascot Set B
    Featuring the following characters: Cless (Phantasia), Dhaos (Phantasia), Lloyd (Symphonia), Kratos (Symphonia), Luke (Abyss), Asch (Abyss), Yuri (Vesperia), Flynn (Vesperia) and a special bonus Jude (Xillia) figure.

    Each Tales character is made of PVC and measures 3.8cm or 1.49" tall. Reservations for each factory sealed box of 8 toys are welcome to ship in late November 2011 at JPY4200 or US$60.90 from NCS. Please note that the manufacturer's preorder details are somewhat unclear as to how the special bonus figures in each set are being distributed since each factory case only contains 8 toys. More details soon.

ETC Webtoon

   The comic is in Korean but it doesn't matter. Fear crosses all boundaries so scroll down and stare at the images. Turn up the speakers too. 

TOYS Real Action Heroes 555 Star Wars R5-D4 - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Medicom is working on a Real Action Heroes figure which is based on the R5-D4 Astromech droid from Star Wars. In the movies, R5-D4 looks soiled and grimy with its outer shell marred by dirt and streaks. The RAH rendition of R5-D4 is pristine and looks like it just rolled off the Industrial Automaton assembly lines. The toy measures 17.50cm tall or 6.88" tall although the dome antenna on top adds roughly 2" to the overall height of the droid. It's unclear if the RAH R5-D4 will house a faulty motivator which famously malfunctioned at just the right time in the Star Wars IV: A New Hope movie.

   R5-D4 motors around on two struts but a third strut may be added to the bottom of the toy figure and locked into place so that the droid can be positioned into different angles and orientations. The measurements of the RAH R5-D4 are 25 x 20 x 14cm or 9.84 x 7.87 x 5.51" in dimensions.

   Preorders are welcome to ship in December 2011 at JPY15800 or US$229.90 from NCS. Due to the size of this product, NCS recommends only shipping by UPS Ground within the United States.

CUP Final Fantasy VII Rufus Memorial Cup - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis

«©NCSX» In the Final Fantasy VII game, Sephiroth attacks Shinra HQ in Midgar and President Shinra is killed along with all of the staffers and workers. The President's passing gives his son Rufus the opening to become president of the company. To commemorate the event, the Shinra company holds an inauguration ceremony to mark Rufus' ascension which was complete with a parade, red banners, and red drinking cups. Why the color red? Because Rufus means "Red" in Latin. Square's thoughtful like that and considerate of decorum.

   Square Enix celebrates Rufus' presidency in Final Fantasy VII by announcing the production of a red cup with the name "Rufus" scribbled across the front in the same script that was used in the banners in his in-game parade. The cup is colored a dark red that's opaque so the level of the beverage inside may be spied. Preorders are welcome to ship on October 2011 at JPY1000 or US$23.90 from NCS.

TOYS Final Fantasy XIV Mog Plush - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis

«©NCSX» Square Enix is re-releasing the Final Fantasy Mog Plush but they're re-branding it as a Final Fantasy XIV plush. The Mog is the same exact plush that's been released and re-released over the years to the Japanese toy market. A bulbous red nose sits in the center of the Mog's face and its eyes are "X's" which make it appear deceased. A pair of purple wings adorn its back and the familiar red ball-on-a-stalk rises from the top of the Mog's head like an antenna of some sort.

   In the Final Fantasy games, the Mog or Moogle talks to its comrades by dancing and a team of Mogs may be seen dancing in Final Fantasy XII. The upcoming reissue of the Mog measures 21cm or 8.26" tall and is made of a plush material. Pricing is set at JPY2000 or US$36.90 from NCS and preorders are welcome to ship in November 2011.

TOYS Final Fantasy XIV Stuffed Moogle Kuplu Kopo - Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis

«©NCSX» Square Enix is re-releasing the Final Fantasy XIV Moogle Kuplu Kopo Plush for the Japanese market later this year. The Kuplu Kobo Mog is the same exact plush that's been released to the Japanese toy market. A petite pink nose sits in the center of the Mog's face and its eyes are sleepy dashes which make it appear comatose. A pair of black wings adorn its back and the familiar goldenrod ball-on-a-stalk rises from the top of the Mog's head like an antenna of some sort.

   The Kuplu Kobo plush measures 32cm or 12" tall and is made of cotton and polyester material. Pricing is set at JPY2000 or US$36.90 from NCS and preorders are welcome to ship in November 2011.

TOYS Final Fantasy XIII Original Lighting Strap - Import Preorder

NCS Product Synopsis

«©NCSX» Lightning struck (sorry) when Final Fantasy XIII shipped on the Japanese Playstation 3 in 2009 to eager fans around the globe. Sure, most stateside players couldn't read the text in the adventure but that didn't stop gamers from doling out a nifty US$100 for a chance to check out the latest Final Fantasy adventure. A treasure trove of merchandise has already been released to dovetail with the game but Square keeps the gravy train rolling with some more goodies this year.

   The Lightning Strap was originally released in Japan in the first week of March 2010 but Square Enix is re-releasing the ornament once again in November 2011. The FFXIII Original Lightning Strap features a black metal plate with silver-colored trim that's jagged like a bolt of lightning. Get it? Lightning. The plate measures H50 x W29 x D2mm in dimension and a pair of Swarovski crystals are embedded on one end of the bolt. A second smaller plate measuring H35 x W5 x D1mm is also tethered to the retaining loop. In addition to serving as a strap, the metal lightning bolt may also be used as a pendant or an earring. Preorders are welcome.

MAG Weekly Famitsu Vol. 1185 - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The September 01, 2011 issue of Weekly Famitsu includes coverage of the following games and events in the Japanese marketplace:
» Continuing coverage on Dark Souls which is the sequel to Demon's Souls from NBGI and FromSoftware. Screens from the character creation process and a bloody attack are shown. 
» Street Fighter III 3rd Strike Online Edition preview for PS3 and X360.
» Square Enix is working on PS3 Elevator Action Deluxe which will be available for download on the Japanese Playstation Store at the end of August 2011. The game's an updated version of the arcade classic.
» Reviews for NDS Suite PreCure: Melody Collection (6/6/6/6), PSP Durarara!! 3way Standoff: Alley (7/7/7/7), PSP Black * Rock Shooter: The Game (9/8/8/8), PSP Kidou Senshi Gundam: Shin Gihren no Yabou (9/8/7/8), and PSP Shin Sangoku Musou 6 Special (9/8/9/9).
» Azito 3D is headed to the Nintendo 3DS which allows gamers to become creators and build their own games on the Nintendo 3DS itself.
» Chicken sandwiches from Mos Burger, Lotteria, McDonald's and KFC are photographed and described in this week's PICK UP FOOD.
» Preview for Biohazard Revelations which introduces the character Jessica Sherawat who stars in the game along with ChrisRedfield. 

PSP Monster Hunter Nikki Poka Poka Airu Mura G - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis

«©NCSX» Return to Airu Village and engage in a sequel to Monster Hunter Nikki Poka Poka Airu Mura which was released last summer. In the game, players join the Airu Guild and perform quests and tasks to help the village expand and become stronger in stature. The sequel features new monsters, new quests to conquer, and new G-Class quests for players to struggle through. The mighty Jinouga monster  from Monster Hunter Portable 3rd also appears. Can the Airu take him down?

VIDEO What Video Games Do Behind Your Back

NCS Video Synopsis

«©NCSX» When you go to bed and doze off, video game characters emerge from their resting places and start dancing. Not just any dancing but jittery dancing. The song is “Farore Lies in Wait OC ReMix” By Benjamin Briggs. Troll face emerges from behind the base of a lamp at about 1:33.

 

PS3 Chou Jigen Game Neptune mk2 - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The battle for market share in the global gaming industry begins anew with a new cast of characters! A new and mighty Majikon named Magic the Heart has dawned and she's defeated the Goddesses and captured them. With the big console Goddesses (Neptune, Playstation 3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo Wii) indisposed, it's up to their little sisters to quest against the forces of the new Majikon and free the deities from their imprisonment and restore peace to the land. Magic the Heart commands three mech minions who serve her will and they are as follows:

» Brave the Heart - Fueled by failed and incompetent gamers
» Judge the Heart - Game developers who can't hack it power him
» Trick the Heart - Even poor gamers should be able to play

   In addition to the regular edition of Chou Jigen Game Neptune mk2, preorders are welcome for a limited edition which includes the following extras: Neptune toy figure, Nepgear toy figure, Visual booklet, OST.

PS3 Chou Jigen Game Neptune mk2 Limited Edition - New

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» The battle for market share in the global gaming industry begins anew with a new cast of characters!

   A new and mighty Majikon named Magic the Heart has dawned and she's defeated the Goddesses and captured them. With the big console Goddesses (Neptune, Playstation 3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo Wii) indisposed, it's up to their little sisters to quest against the forces of the new Majikon and free the deities from their imprisonment and restore peace to the land. Magic the Heart commands three mech minions who serve her will and they are as follows:

» Brave the Heart - Fueled by failed and incompetent gamers
» Judge the Heart - Game developers who can't hack it power him
» Trick the Heart - Even poor gamers should be able to play

    In addition to the regular edition of Chou Jigen Game Neptune mk2, preorders are welcome for a limited edition which includes the following extras:

- Neptune toy figure
- Nepgear toy figure
- Visual booklet
- Original soundtrack

   Please note the Visual booklet is given away separately from the game and is packaged in a plastic baggie.

PSP Growlanser IV Overload - New Import

NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Atlus brings the PS2 release of Growlanser IV: The Wayfarer of Time back to the marketplace for the PSP. In addition to a name change to Growlanser IV Over Reloaded, the game is getting brand new characters, new scenarios, events, faster load times thanks to the ability to install the game to memory stick duo, and a message-skip option to speed up the game. The installation of the game to memory stick takes about 7 minutes and will take up 339 megabytes. Once installed, loading times are reduced to almost nothing.

   The story in the game follows the adventures of a ginger-haired lad named Crevaniel who is an Arten Schwart mercenary hired to protect the island of Lamplast from attack. One night, enemies attack and the mercenaries hold off the assailants who are using a flame weapon. The mercenaries want to take the device for themselves but a counterattack forces the Arten Schwart to retreat to Marcuria. Before they left, Crevaniel and his captain Decsen witnessed the arrival of a six-winged angel in the sky which signals the return of a devastating force which destroyed human civilization 2000 years ago. Decsen decides to disband the Arten Schwart mercenary group and tells Crevaniel that he's the hope for humanity and that he must venture forward to stop the angels.

   Growlanser IV Overload features a branching storyline and new routes in the game lead to different endings based on the player's decisions and actions during the course of the adventure. New love interests in the game also allow Crevaniel to explore a relationship with a special someone and even take a short vacation.

TOYS Raystorm R-Gray1 Model Kit - Import Preorder

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«©NCSX» In the Raystorm game, a ship called the R-Gray1 traveled through the air and attacked enemy ships that swooped in for the kill. The game allowed players to choose the R-Gray1 which fired a volley of shots at enemies or the R-Gray2 which shot concentrated dual-lasers which cut through opposing armor. Both ships have a lock-on function where missiles are sent sailing at multiple targets at once when activated. The R-Gray2 has a higher missile count than the R-Gray1 but Kotobukiya doesn't really care - they're going with the R-Gray1 with their Raystorm model kit.

   The upcoming R-Gray1 kit isn't the first toy to feature the Raystorm ship. In the second Shooting Game Historica set, the R-Gray1 was one of the ships in the collection which was sold in gashapon form and was made up of nine parts that were bolted and fitted together to create the ship. 

   The R-Gray1 model kit is built to 1/144 scale and measures 160mm or 6.29" in length. The weaponry of the R-Gray1 is attached on the sides and a clear blue canopy on top of the ship which allows visibility inside the cockpit. In addition to the ship in kit form, a movable mounting arm is included so that the R-Gray1 can be displayed in style. Preorders ship in January 2012.

TOYS Portrait of Pirates One Piece Series Neo DX Admiral Akainu

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«©NCSX» Sakazuki or Admiral Akainu is one of the three Marine Admirals who upholds justice with an iron fist. He's strict and expects his Marines to join him on his crusades without question when it comes to seeking justice. Akainu's role as an Admiral gives him the ability to manage an army of Marines and the right to call a military campaign known as a Buster Attack on an entire island. The Admiral is also cagey and capable of using subterfuge to get things to go his way. Akainu's special power is the Magu Magu no Mi which allows him to change parts of his body into magma.

   Megahouse brings Adrmiral Akainu home with a 260mm tall figure which is equipped with a flaming magma hands who look highly imposing. Akainu would be a hit at barbecues.

   Preorders are welcome to ship in January 2012 at US$119.90.

TOYS Portrait of Pirates "Strong Edition" Nico Robin - Reissue

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«©NCSX» The One Piece Strong World movie opened across Japan last December and Megahouse has been busy crafting a number of Portrait of Pirates figures based on the crew of the Jolly Roger. In the new selection of toys, the Straw Hat Pirates are depicted in a more mature and serious manner. Luffy is no longer looks like the clown-prince of the high seas in his "Strong" rendition and Nami's "Strong Edition" makes her look like a sophisticated Vegas showgirl.

Megahouse reissues figures in their Strong Edition series which features Nico Robin. In her new persona, Nico Robin is entirely clad in black shiny leather and her figure is womanly with a protruding bosom. A hand-weapon is included with the toy along with a pair of glasses which may be fitted onto Nico's face. Preorders ship in February 2012.

PSP 7th Dragon 2020 - Import Preorder

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«©NCSX» When seven mighty dragons descend upon Earth from the heavens, Tokyo is inundated with a lush carpet of flowers which renders the city inhospitable. Imagine Akihabara deserted... on a Monday afternoon. That won't do and the protagonist of the game joins a retaliatory force known as "Murakumo" which is tasked with sending the dragons home. Organize a dragon hunting cadre and face them in battles that light up the screen, mainly because dragons are bombastic.
   Reservations are welcome for a regular edition of the game and a limited edition which is packaged with special earphones, a set of 10 7th Dragon 2020 decals, and a Soundtrack CD packed inside a 16-page illustrations booklet. Preorders are welcome to ship on October 27, 2011 at JPY5800 (US$78.90) for the regular edition and US$109.90 for the limited edition.