Dead Or Alive 2 Was Released Unfinished Says Tomonobu Itagaki
Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive creator Tomonobu Itagaki revealed today, speaking at the annual DICE summit, that Tecmo (now Tecmo Koei) released Dead or Alive 2 in an incomplete state on the PS2 without his knowledge. An updated version, Dead or Alive 2: Hardcore, was released later which was more in keeping the experience ... Read More»
Subpar Dead or Alive 2 release drove Itagaki to independence
The version of Dead or Alive 2 Tecmo published for PS2 was incomplete, driving franchise creator Tomonobu Itagaki to found an independent studio. Speaking at DICE Summit 2012, as reported by Wired and GamesIndustry, Itagaki said Team Ninja were asked to port Dead or Alive 2 from arcade the to the then brand new PS2 ... Read More»
Subpar Dead or Alive 2 release drove Itagaki to independence
The version of Dead or Alive 2 Tecmo published for PS2 was incomplete, driving franchise creator Tomonobu Itagaki to found an independent studio. Speaking at DICE Summit 2012, as reported by Wired and GamesIndustry, Itagaki said Team Ninja were asked to port Dead or Alive 2 from arcade the to the then brand new PS2 ... Read More»
Subpar Dead or Alive 2 release drove Itagaki to independence
The version of Dead or Alive 2 Tecmo published for PS2 was incomplete, driving franchise creator Tomonobu Itagaki to found an independent studio. Speaking at DICE Summit 2012, as reported by Wired and GamesIndustry, Itagaki said Team Ninja were asked to port Dead or Alive 2 from arcade the to the then brand new PS2 ... Read More»
Nintendo Network-compatible Dynasty Warriors VS delayed
Andriasang reports a delay to the Japanese release of Dynasty Warriors VS; originally scheduled for March 15, it’s now expected on April 26. This is perhaps not the most exciting news out of context, but the hack and slash title was to be one of the first titles utilising the Nintendo Network, the company’s long-awaited ... Read More»
Quick quotes: Wii U hardware “currently changing constantly,” says Team Ninja boss
“Nintendo asked us what we would want from the hardware. And when we gave them our feedback, we could see that they really listened and made changes. The hardware is currently changing constantly.” – Team Ninja boss Yosuke Hayashi, speaking to German website Gamefront.de (via GoNintendo). Team Ninja has previously said it was pushing Wii ... Read More»
Quick shots: Ninja Gaiden Sigma Vita goes heavy before launch
Tecmo Koei’s launche a full out assault on the senses with half a dozen Ninja Gaiden Sigma Vita shots release this morning. One for the NG massive? Of course it is. Go take a look below the break. The Team Ninja effort launches alongside Vita on February 22. Read More... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus goes heavy on action in new trailer
Tecmo Koei’s released a new Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus trailer in Japan ahead of the game’s launch in the country on February 23. The video focusses mainly on story sequences, new gameplay stuff and first-person shooting bows. See for yourself after the break, via AGB. NGSP releases as part of the western Vita launch line-up ... Read More»
Warriors Orochi 3 EU, US release date set for March
Tecmo Koei is bringing Warriors Orochi 3 to the west on both platforms, pretty much winning my heart forever and ever. Warriors Orochi 3 is now expected on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on March 20 in the US, and March 30 in Europe. The localisation was confirmed last week, but was dated and detailed ... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden 3 dev diary unmasks and humanises enemies
The faceless hordes are faceless no more in this Ninja Gaiden 3 developer diary, which may make you a little uncomfortable about chopping them up for a bonus. In a short sequence, the player confronts a faceless enemy, who removes a balaclava to beg for his life. “In Ninja Gaiden 3, we’re aiming to give ... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden 3 dev diary unmasks and humanises enemies
The faceless hordes are faceless no more in this Ninja Gaiden 3 developer diary, which may make you a little uncomfortable about chopping them up for a bonus. In a short sequence, the player confronts a faceless enemy, who removes a balaclava to beg for his life. “In Ninja Gaiden 3, we’re aiming to give ... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden Sigma Vita screens do the hacky slashy business
Tecmo Koei’s released nine new shots of Ninja Gaiden Sigma Vita ahead of its launch next month with PlayStation Vita in the US and Europe. NG Sigma for Vita is the same version of Sigma that released on PlayStation 3 a few years back, based on the first Ninja Gaiden from Team Ninja. Get the ... Read More»
Warriors Orochi 3 to see western release
Tecmo Koei Europe community manager Chin Soon Sun has confirmed Warriors Orochi 3 (confusingly titled Musou Orochi 2 in Japan) will release outside Japan. The crossover title will release on both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, and an official announcement and asset dump is expected at the end of the week. No release date was ... Read More»
Dynasty Warriors VS has four multiplayer modes
Koei Tecmo, via fansite KOEI Warriors, has shared more information on Dynasty Warriors VS, the 3DS title announced in November. The portable release focuses on multiplayer, with 1v1, 2v2 and three or four-player battle royale modes, as well as a head-to-head mini-game collection called Musou Rush. Players can also create a new character and battle ... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden 3 Collector’s Edition detailed
Koei Tecmo has announced the contents of the Ninja Gaiden 3 Collector’s Edition, which as previously reported, will include a Dead or Alive 5 demo. Also included, is the game, an art book, soundtrack disc, and a Duel of the Mask figurine for $99 on PS3 and Xbox 360. A shot of the Collector’s Edition ... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden 3 trailer shows off bloody multiplayer
Wanna see Ninja Gaiden 3′s multiplayer in action? Head through the break. Here’s a spoiler: there’s blood. Ninja Gaiden 3 is expected on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in March, with a Wii U version to follow. Thanks, EvilAvatar. Read More... Read More»
Team Ninja says it’s “steadily making progress” on Ni-Oh
Here’s a bit of news which should make your Saturday afternoon a bit brighter: Team Ninja has said it’s “steadily making progress on Ni-Oh.” That’s according to a tweet from the firm on Twitter. The Ninja Gaiden 3 studio announced back in September 2010 it was collaborating with developer Kou Shibusawa on the samurai action ... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus to release February 22 in US and Europe
Tecmo Koei has announced Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus will released as a launch title in North America and Europe on February 22. The port of the original version of Sigma has added touch screen commands, and and the ability to toggle through first and third-person view. You can check out the latest screens for the ... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden 3′s first half-hour goes online
CVG‘s posted the first half-hour of Ninja Gaiden 3. How does Team Ninja’s return to the series kick off? Get it after the break. The game’s out on PS3 and 360, along with a demo of Dead or Alive 5 for CE buyers, on March 23 in Europe. Read More... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus screens show off Ryu’s moves
Koei Tecmo has released quite a few shots for its PS Vita version of Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus. Slated as a launch title for the US and Europe, the game lets players charge their ninpo and aim Ryu’s bow using the device’s touchscreen. Sounds rather interesting. Check out the screens over on Siliconera. Thanks, FeaturePreacher. ... Read More»
Ninja Gaiden Sigma confirmed for PS Vita
Ryu Hayabusa will get a turn on the Playstation Vita in Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus according to a new report from the Japanese magazine, Famitsu, released on Tuesday... Read More»
gamescom 2011 ninja gaiden 3 gets playstation move support
GameDynamo - "Team Ninja and Tecmo Koei announced today that the next installment in the Ninja Gaiden franchise, Ninja Gaiden 3, will feature PlayStation Move support for the Sony PS3."... Read More»
jumping the sharkticon cancel or reboot the dynasty warriors series
GameDynamo - "This month’s Jumping the Sharkticon has me torn as a gamer. I feel like I’m throwing an old friend under the bus, but darn it, someone’s got to say it... Read More»
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Oh, Ninja Gaiden. While you have given me nothing but a frustrated youth, I am somehow still excited to hear news of a new game in your series... Read More»
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