Erik Hrothgar, Author at Haruhichan Network - Anime news and more!

Persona 5 the Animation: The Day Breakers Available Now on Crunchyroll

On September 3, 2016September 3, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Atlus' highly-anticipated addition to their celebrated RPG series Persona 5 is only short of two weeks from releasing in Japan -- on September 15th. While it's international release won't be for another five months -- on Valentine's Day, to be exact -- the prestigious developer/publisher is ramping ...

Good Smile Company’s 15th Anniversary Exhibit Streamed in 360-Degree Video

On September 2, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Find yourself unable to attend character figurine manufacturer Good Smile Company's 15th anniversary exhibit in Akihabara, Tokyo? No need to fret as the company has been gracious enough to upload a three minute tour of their showcase at 3331 Arts Chiyoda -- in glorious 360-degree video. https://www...

Original Collaboration from Toei Animation and RPG Developer Gust Announced

On August 31, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Toei Animation, one of the longest-running and most esteemed animation companies in Japan, and RPG game developer Gust are officially teaming up on a from-the-ground-up original production, as revealed in a newly-launched site. Before its inevitable launch this fall, Toei and Koei Tecmo -- Gust's pa...

Love Live! Sunshine!! Reruns Confirmed for October 2nd, Season 2 Possible

On August 31, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

The "high-school idol" anime Love Live! has become quite the phenomenon since its very first anime incarnation debuted in January of 2013, due in no small part to its eclectic variety of catchy tunes, the memorable ensemble of μ's, and even a highly successful mobile game that has been installed acr...

Get Ready to Cuddle with These Precious Build-a-Bear Eevee Plushies

On August 31, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Collectors of all things cute and cuddly will be ecstatic to hear that the famed plush retail powerhouse, Build-a-Bear Workshop, is teaming up with the Pokémon Company on a new line of Eevee stuffed toys to stampede across all of their North American and UK locations. Starting in September, these pr...

Gust Reveals More Information on Their “Heroic RPG,” Blue Reflection

On August 30, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Even as we approach the tail end of 2016, Nagano-based developer Gust is showing no signs of stopping on their intense release schedule with Atelier Firis: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Journey and Nights of Azure 2 due out on September 29th and December 22nd in Japan. While mystery still shrouds ...

Embrace the Tiddy with Dead or Alive Xtreme 3’s PlayStation VR Update

On August 30, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Publisher Koei Tecmo had revealed last month that Dead or Alive Xtreme 3 would receive VR support, parallel with the release of Sony's PlayStation VR on October 13th. Courtesy of Gamer.ne.jp, we now have an actual glimpse at the new modes and what they will offer in the impending update. https://ww...

Life-Sized Replica of Psycho-Pass’ Dominator Available for Purchase

On August 30, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Fancy yourself a diehard fan of Gen Urobuchi's acclaimed anime series Psycho-Pass? Have you ever wished to personally own an actual, functioning Dominator? Fortunately for you, Tokyo-based electronics manufacturer Cerevo is issuing out the handgun wielded by the Public Safety Bureau for consumers to...

Horray! Amazon Japan Now Offers International Shipping on Games

On March 9, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Importing video games and consoles from Japan just got exponentially easier, thanks to Amazon Japan introducing international shipping. However, according to Gematsu, there might be a sprinkle of titles - including Capcom's Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney 6 - that are unavailable for purchase overseas...

Dungeon-Crawling JRPG Etrian Odyssey V’s First Trailer Streamed

On March 7, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Atlus, whom many may recognize as the driving force behind the successful Shin Megami Tensei series, have released the first trailer for Etrian Odyssey V: The End of the Long Myth, the next entry in the publisher/developer's flagship dungeon-crawling RPG series. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_c...

Blizzard Entertainment’s Overwatch Releases on May 24th

On March 7, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBIwGKDwnWY Blizzard Entertainment, the developer behind such staple franchises as Diablo and Starcraft, will release Overwatch, their first foray into the frenetic FPS gaming genre, on May 24 according to a series of advertisements on IGN noticed by NeoGAF user, Sn4...

Nintendo Direct to Be Livestreamed Tomorrow, Will Cover Summer 2016 Releases

On March 2, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

It's already been less than a week since Nintendo's last Direct showcase which featured the Japanese publisher formally announcing the existence of Pokemon Sun and Moon, the next series of games in the legendary handheld series. Tomorrow, on March 3rd, Nintendo will be returning once again to grace ...

Psycho-Pass: Mandatory Happiness Firing Its Way to North America in Fall 2016

On February 23, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3tmxer_psycho-pass-mandatory-happiness-western-announce-trailer-pegi_videogames NIS America is proving to be one of the lead publishers in providing niche Japanese video games in the North American market, especially with localizations of Spike Chunsoft's Danganron...

Vertical Shooter, Raiden V, Takes You to the Skies with Its Opening Sequence

On February 16, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASuOXih6s2U Raiden, one of Japan's longest-standing shoot-em-ups, is finally getting a new release after almost ten years with Raiden V. Developer/publisher Moss has revealed the opening sequence which doesn't back down from kicking the door down with bombastic guita...

Sega Saturn Visual Novel, Eve: Burst Error, Is Getting a 2016 Remaster

On February 12, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzkTBesF4R0 For better or for worse, the "remaster" trend that has been sweeping the video game industry seemingly has no boundaries. Although we've seen newer blockbuster titles such as The Last of Us receive an update for the next generation, other developers have ...

Fire Emblem Fates Cuts ‘Petting’ Mini-Game, Though Cut-Scenes Remain

On February 8, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Earlier last January, we reported that Nintendo had confirmed that the upcoming title in their flagship strategy-RPG series, Fire Emblem Fates, would have content cut from the Western release. Courtesy of Polygon's own Nick Robinson, we now know that the intimate moments you can share with your part...

New Battle Footage for Final Fantasy XV Revealed, Release Date to Be Announced on March 30th

On January 31, 2016January 31, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

During Square Enix's Active Time Report Vol. 7.0 live stream, the Japanese publisher revealed that the release date, price, and additional information regarding Final Fantasy XV will be discussed on March 30th. Dubbed "Uncovered: Final Fantasy XV," the event will be hosted by internet personalitie...

Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Future Tone PS4 Footage Unveiled at Tokaigi 2016

On January 31, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

At Game Party Japan 2016 - or as it's better known, Tokaigi - the first footage for the next entry in the highly successful Project Diva rhythm-game series was unveiled on Japanese streaming site Niconico. Originally released as an arcade-exclusive under the name Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Arcade Fu...

JAST USA Lists Aselia the Eternal on Steam Greenlight

On January 29, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

JAST USA is hoping to expand their presence on Steam with Aselia the Eternal, known as Eien no Aselia -The Spirit of Eternity Sword- in Japan, having been posted on Valve's community-driven Greenlight platform. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUCC4q9QsBM Released in Japan in 2003, JAST USA previou...

Nintendo Confirms Censorship in Western Release of Fire Emblem Fates

On January 27, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

The Fire Emblem series has been no stranger to censorship in the West - thanks in part to its publisher, Nintendo. When Fire Emblem: Awakening was released, back in 2013, it was uncovered that a scene featuring dark mage Tharja had her posterior conveniently blocked by the main protagonist's cape in...

Evo 2016 Tournament Line-up Revealed with Street Fighter V, Guilty Gear Xrd, and More

On January 27, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMIWr0uEHg8 The fighting game community continues to pulsate year after year, tournament after tournament. Whether you're invested in Street Fighter or Smash Bros., there's an armada of passionate and diverse individuals to befriend and compete against. There's one t...

Upskirt Umbrellas Are Now the New Craze in Japan

On January 22, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Japan is renowned for their reputation of wacky merchandise and haphazard advertising, especially targeted towards the otaku demographic. From figures with silicon thighs to a stress ball modeled after a breast, there comes a point where we must've said to ourselves, "I've seen it all!" Prepare to r...

Guilty Gear Xrd: Revelator out in Japan on May 26th, Kum Haehyun Revealed

On January 19, 2016January 19, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

In the latest issue of the Weekly Famitsu, Arc System Works has announced that Guilty Gear Xrd: Revelator, an updated version of Guilty Gear Xrd: Sign, will be due out in Japan on May 26 on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3. Additionally, the magazine proceeds to flaunt a brand new character that will...

Spike Chunsoft Will Publish Danganronpa 2, Other Titles onto Steam

On January 19, 2016 by Erik Hrothgar

Announced only just five days ago, Spike Chunsoft - a Japanese publisher responsible for both the Conception and Zero Escape series - revealed they'd be self-publishing a port of Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc onto Steam. Thanks to a listing on Steam's database for its sequel, Danganronpa 2: Goodb...

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