Tekken Hybrid

In line with the new Tekken movie that will be coming out this year, Namco has another surprise for PS3 owners.

Tekken Hybrid will be a bundle of the movie Tekken Blood Vengeance and Tekken Tag Tournament HD, that's right, HD. Not only are we getting a sequel to the great Tekken Tag game, the original is also being brought to Sony's current gaming console.  The game will come on the same Blu-ray Disc that movie will be on. Sorry Xbox 360 owners, looks like this will be a PS3 exclusive.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHa6CywN2T4&w=560&h=349

Capcom brings us Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 [Update]

Yep, heard me. Thanks to Comic-con,Capcom reveals Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 with  12 new characters like Strider, Hawkeye, Ghost Rider and more! woooooo it's Marvel baby!!

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Here are the official features of Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3:

• The Ultimate Roster – Twelve new legends from Marvel and Capcom join the fray, bringing the roster of characters on the disc up to 48, and a total of 50 with DLC. • More Legends – : Includes some of the most iconic and celebrated characters from the Marvel and Capcom universes, including Strider and Firebrand from the Capcom side and Ghost Rider and Hawkeye from the Marvel universe. • Newly Balanced – Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 offers re-balanced gameplay that will provide accessible depth for both newcomers and pros alike. • Enhanced Modes – After many fan requests, Spectator mode is now available as part of an overall improved online experience along with other new modes and enhancements. •Low Price – The ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom experience can be had at a low MSRP of $39.99.

Just like how Super Street Fighter 4 was with new characters and a very reasonable price, this is no exception. With a low price of 39.99 and 12 new characters bringing the total roster of characters to 48 with 2 DLC planned after release is good to hear. Confirmed characters so far are Strider, Hawkeye, Ghost Rider and Firebrand, the villain in Ghost and Goblins. this is really a good deal even though it's another disc to buy, and you whats better? it's coming sometime in November!

Re-balancing of characters are also included, and the new UI looks amazing.

Strider vs Ghost Rider gameplay

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Firebrand vs Ghost Rider gameplay

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Hawkeye vs Firebrand gameplay

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So far 4 new characters have been revealed, so that means there's still 8 more until November.

UPDATE

Thanks to Tupasheep for this info, the full roster of Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 has been leaked.

Capcom: Strider Firebrand Vergil Frank West Phoenix Wright Nemesis

Marvel: Ghost Rider Dr Strange Nova Rocket Raccoon Hawkeye Iron Fist

Pretty interesting lineup. Phoenix Wright!? Nemesis??! Dr. Strange??! can't wait to see how they play. The leak seems legit enough, it's only a matter of time when we see gameplay reveals of the new characters. When i heard that 8 more were to be revealed soon, i was hoping Marvel characters like Carnage or Gambit, but i guess this will do.

Batman: Arkham City Collector's Edition revealed

Warner just revealed the Collector's Editon for Batman: Arkham City. If you loved the first game, and is patiently waiting for this game, you should consider this package if you can spare the extra bucks.

This collector edition actually appeals to fans of the franchise and the batman comics.

First up is a custom Batman statue produced by Kotobukiya. Been looking for a more detailed shot of the statue to see if it's well detailed or just a cheap statue, but I have a feeling it will be worth displaying somewhere in your room.

The collector's edition also comes with an art book, the DC animated-film "Batman: Gotham Knight"(which is a must see), first access to the Iceberg Lounge Challenge Map, The Dark Knight Returns skin, four collectible cards, and the Arkham City album from WaterTower Music, which includes original compositions by 'hit artists', who are these "hit artists"?? they didn't say.

The price will be at $99 at will be available in "limited quantities", if your interested, I suggest you get a pre-order ASAP. Since this collector's edition will be limited, I wonder if some will reach the Philippines. If it does, it might cost around 4,000 pesos. But if you really want to make sure, try pre-ordering it online and try your luck there.

Batman: Arkham City will be out on October 18 on Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and PC.

Voltron: The Game

"Meow!"

Form feet and legs! Form arms and body! Now form the head! Let's go, Voltron Force!

Being developed by THQ, who suprisinly has a new logo now. Gameplay looks to be a mix of top down bullet-hell shooter and a robot vs robot fighter.

A series of games are planned, and the first one will draw from the original 80's TV show, Voltron: Defender of the Universe, for inspiration. The first game's release will coincide with the launch of new TV series, "Voltron: Force," airing on Nickelodeon. Both are expected to debut this fall.

Let the cheesyness ensue! VOLTRON!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hy_--RJFkw&w=560&h=349

Asura's Wrath

Capcom and CyberConnect2 are currently working on a new action game called Asura's Wrath. You take control of Asura, a demigod, to seek vengeance against the Seven Deities who have betrayed you and has taken your daughter. Using your unworldly powers, you must face off against numerous enemies and giant bosses to achieve your goals.

Asura's Wrath was announced during last year's Tokyo Game Show (2010). The game looks great, CyberConnect2 has impressed me time and time again with their cinematic  approach to gameplay. I am also a fan of the art style.

According to the game's producer Kasuhiro Tsuyachiya,

"Asura's Wrath takes elements from Asian mythology and blends them with science fiction."

I guess my only nitpick from the videos of the game that are out so far is that the camera is a tad bit too low. I know this is for cinematic purposes but it might hinder your perspective of the battle scene and with the game looking like everything is jacked up on cocaine, that might be a problem.

The game is going to be released in Japan and North America on both the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. As of right now, there is no solid release date but the game is expected to be out in 2012.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PCDxS8uJFQ&w=560&h=349

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfYdCWYxzw8&w=560&h=349

Gilgamesh morphing time!