Tag: Bandai Namco

Gundam Universe x Gundam Battle Operation 2 Collaboration Announced

Michael Lederhos

On their Tamashii Nations website, Bandai Spirits has announced a collaboration between their Gundam Universe action figure line and Bandai Namco’s Gundam Battle Operation 2 video game.   For the upcoming third wave, all three figures will contain a code to unlock the Gundam EZ-8 in Gundam Battle Operation 2. Now, the third wave of figures includes Gundam Wing Zero Custom, Strike Gundam and Gundam EZ-8, which aligns with the collaboration. Also, these figures are scheduled for a Summer 2020 release, and the codes will be valid until June 2021.  …

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Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot ‘A New Power Awakens’ Part 1 Trailer

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Bandai Namco released the English trailer for Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot’s first DLC expansion, ‘A New Power Awakens.’ In this DLC expansion, the God of Destruction, Beerus and his angelic attendant, Whis make debut in the game. Their story will feature an alternative take on the Battle of Gods film/ arc, where they will be training Goku and Vegeta. This training will lead to players unlocking Goku and Vegeta’s Super Saiyan God forms, which they will then have to fight Beerus. Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot ‘A New Power Awakens’…

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Mobile Suit Gundam EXTREME VS MAXIBOOST ON PS4 Informational Trailer Released

Michael Lederhos

Following up from the announcement last month, Bandai Namco Entertainment has now released an “Informational Trailer” for Mobile Suit Gundam EXTREME VS MAXIBOOST ON coming to Playstation 4. The trailer features Chiba (Producer of the PS4 version of Maxiboost On) and Okubo (Producer from Bandai Namco Studios) discussing details related to the game. New Game Information: First Extreme VS home console release since 2015’s Mobile Suit Gundam EXTREME VS-FORCE. First EXTREME VS game to be released worldwide. MAXIBOOST ON’s home console release is in development due to player requests in Japan. 183 playable Mobile Suits from 36 Gundam Series. Including NPCs (Non-Player…

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Bandai Announces Mobile Suit Gundam: Senjō no Kizuna II Arcade Game

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Bandai Namco recently announced during the Japan Amusement Expo (JAEPO) in Chiba that the company is developing a sequel to their arcade game, Mobile Suit Gundam: Senjō no Kizuna (Bonds of the Battlefield). For those unaware, the first game has been seen as an amazing success in Japan since its launch in November 2006. Gameplay involves players stepping into a P.O.D. (Panoramic Optical Display), where they get to control Mobile Suits from the One Year War of the Universal Century. In addition, the game allows players to battle among each…

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Bandai Hobby May/ June 2020 Model Kit Release Info – Gundam, Ultraman & More!

Michael Lederhos

Not to be outdone by yesterday’s Gundam Build Divers Re:Rise Second Season news, Bandai Hobby rolled out solicitations for several model kits scheduled to be released in May and June 2020. We will not be covering every single Bandai Hobby Model Kit announced, as there is a few too many, but we will be focusing on releases from the Gundam, Ultraman, Kamen Rider and Digimon franchises.   May 2020 Releases: HG 1/144 GAT-04 Windam [Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny] Price: 1540 yen Accessories: Beam Rifle, Beam Saber x2, Offensive Shield Type E, Jet Striker Pack   HG…

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Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Fighter 5 Trailer Streamed

Pak Hanu

Masahiro Sakurai recently presented a Smash Brothers presentation that revealed that Byleth is the fifth fighter in the smash and final character in the Smash Brothers Ultimate fighters pass. For those who are not aware, Byleth is the main protagonist of Fire Emblem Three Houses. Byleth will be available on January 28 as a part of the Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Fighters Pass and will also be available separately priced at $5.99. Next, Mashiro Sakurai explained a short history of the Fire Emblem franchise. He then continued to explain some background for Fire…

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Super Smash Bros Ultimate Terry Bogard Presentation Streamed

Pak Hanu

Masahiro Sakurai recently held a Super Smash Bros Ultimate presentation, which featured a look at Terry Bogard, who is the next fighter that will be available in the Fighters Pass. First he explained some brief history of the Neo Geo and Fatal Fury. Next he explained some new details about Terry Bogard in Super Smash Bros Ultimate. Similar to Ryu and Ken, Terry will require button inputs in order to initiate his attacks. His attacks include: Neutral Attacks: Jab, Body Blow, High Kick Dash Attack: Power Charge Tilt Attacks: Middle Kick,…

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Paris Games Week 2019 – Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot Trailer Streamed

Pak Hanu

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe has updated their official Youtube channel with the Paris Games Week 2019 trailer for Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot. The latest trailer features a look at some of the story elements of the game including some scenes from the Great Saiyaman, World Tournament Saga, and the Majin Buu Saga.  Some of the highlights include a look at Vegito’s fight with Super Buu along with some key scenes from the World Tournament Saga.   Those who pre-order the game will also receive the following bonuses: Sub-Quest: “A Competitive Party with Friends”…

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One Punch Man Season 2 Coming to Toonami

Ben Odinson

Happy Thursday heroes, as today we have learned that One Punch Man season two will be making its premiere on Toonami October 12th. One Punch Man season two aired earlier this year in Japan and now Toonami will have its time to bring this series to its loyal viewers. Season two has 12 episodes and explores more of Saitama’s life as a hero among other plot lines. I still need to sit down and watch the season myself, so I might do that this weekend when I have the time…

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