Buckle up, flyers...it's time for take-off! Rising Star Games, today announced that its action-packed shmup (shoot 'em up) arcade game Akai Katana has shipped to retailers nationwide. Released exclusively for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Akai Katana places gamers in a parallel world resembling Japan's Taisho period. "As our first North American title, Akai Ka... more.

Top independent games publisher, Rising Star Games, today announced the Sony PlayStation 3 exclusive title Rune Factory Oceans will be available in stores from 25 May. Developed by Neverland and Marvelous Entertainment, the role-playing farming sensation will provide PS3 owners with an experience of activities and adventure never before seen on the high seas. The latest in a catalogue of hug... more.

Rising Star Games today released an all-new trailer highlighting the action-packed gameplay of upcoming shmup (shoot 'em up) arcade game Akai Katana. Releasing later this spring exclusively for Xbox 360, Akai Katana puts the sword in players' hands as they take on a tyrannical empire of bloodshed to restore peace and order to the world they once knew. Akai Katana combines the adrenaline-filled... more.

New Players Join Global Server Just In Time For Easter Events Carte is ready to speak a new language:  Leading online game publisher GamesCampus.com (www.GamesCampus.com) announced the official launch of their first global online trading card game, Carte, in Japan.  There's plenty of international love to celebrate, including a new way to collect cards, a wild Easter event, and buff heroes ... more.

The Japanese parallel world of Akai Katana is slashing its way onto North American shelves and to get fans excited, publisher Rising Star Games has created an all-new teaser trailer. Releasing exclusively for Xbox 360 this spring, Akai Katana comes as a stunning HD addition to the shmup (shoot 'em up) arena, set in a parallel world resembling Japan's Taisho period. Discovering the powerful ... more.

Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment software, is proud to announce that the hit Japanese otome game, Hakuoki: Demon of the Fleeting Blossom for the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system, will be shipped to retailers today. Hakuoki: Demon of the Fleeting Blossom is a visual novel based on the historic Shinsengumi of Japan featuring beautiful art and multiple endings. Grab your PSP... more.

We’re pleased to announce that iSpot Japan will be released on February 16th, 2012 via Nintendo’s DSiWare service for 200 DSi Points and the Nintendo eShop for $1.99 USD. i·Spot Japan takes you on a journey across the land of the rising sun, explaining facts and curiosities about Japanese culture, while you play the classic “Spot the Difference” game in the country's most beaut... more.

Agstsums Entertainment will release N3DS title Code of Princess in Q1 of 2012 in Japan. Nishimura Kinu, famous for 'Street Fighter' characters’ and other famous titles’ artist, started to think about some fantasy world Code of Princess Originally, illustrated for figurines, passed to the world of games.  As Kinu herself started to create the world and characters, the player will have f... more.

Konami is definitely going for all around publisher of the year (horror gamers are covered, puzzle gamers, action adventure and now racing fans).  With the pending release of GTI Club Supermini Festa! Konami has entered the racing market. GTI Club is a port from arcades to the Nintendo Wii and the PSP system (through the PSN) featuring races in France, the UK, Italy, USA and Japan.  5 stages ... more.