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Here are new screen-shots (images) for the upcoming adventure video game Wizardry: The Labyrinth of Lost Souls for Song PlayStation Portable. The game is set for release in Q2 2011. Wizardry: The Labyrinth is developed by Acquire and published by Xseed Games.

Ys I & II Chronicles is an RPG video game developed by Nihon Falcom Corp and published by Xseed Games for Sony PlayStation Portable. The game was released on PSP on July 16, 2009. It is also based on Ys I & II Complete. XSEED Games is localizing and publishing the game in North America and it will be released on February 15, 2011.

Ys I & II consists of the first two games released in the Ys series, Ys I: Ancient Ys Vanished and Ys II: Ancient Ys Vanished – The Final Chapter, with enhanced graphics, a Red Book CD audio soundtrack and animated cut scenes.

In both games the player controls a red-haired swordsman named Adol Christin. In the first game he must seek out the six Books of Ys. These books contain the history of the ancient, vanished land of Ys, and will give him the knowledge he needs to defeat the evil forces currently sweeping the land of Esteria.

In Ys II Adol is transported to Ys, and begins a quest to unravel the secrets of the land, and finally rid it and Esteria of evil. All English translations of Ys II were part of a compilation; no standalone version has been localized.

Valkyria Chronicles 3 is a turn-based strategy video game developed and published by SEGA for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP). Taking place during the Second Europan War, Valkyria Chronicles 3 focuses on Gallian Army Squad 442, also known as "The Nameless". The Nameless are a penal military unit composed of deserters, criminals, and military offenders whose real names are erased from the records and thereon officially referred to by numbers. Ordered by the Gallian military to perform the most dangerous missions and dirty work that the Regular Army and Militia will not do, they are nevertheless up to the task, exemplified by their motto, Altaha Abilia ("Always Ready" in Latin.) The game's main characters are No.7 Kurt Irving, a disgraced army officer who wishes to redeem himself, Ace No.1 Imca, a female Darcsen heavy weapons specialist who seeks revenge against the Valkyria who destroyed her home, and No.13 Riela Marcellis, a seemingly jinxed young woman who is unknowingly a descendant of the Valkyria. Together with their fellow squad members, these three are tasked to fight against a mysterious Imperial unit known as Calamity Raven, composed almost entirely of Darcsen soldiers. Gameplay for Valkyria Chronicles III is mostly the same as its predecessors. The player takes control of individual units during their turn, moving them on the battlefield strategically. Moving each unit uses one Command Point and when all Command Points are used the player's turn is over. A major change to the BLiTZ combat system is the addition of the SP (Special Points) system which allows characters to use special abilities. The protagonist, Kurt, has Direct Command which allows him to direct two units that also renders them immune to enemy fire for its duration, Riela can transform into a Valkyria which makes her invulnerable with access to a powerful beam attack that can take down even tanks, and Imca has Open Fire which damages all enemies in her immediate line of sight.

Some major changes have also been done to character growth and customization. Similar to Avan, the main character of Valkyria Chronicles II, every character can now change to any class by changing their weapon. However, each character does have their own specialty and thus earn bonuses when kept in a certain class.

Character leveling has also been revamped. While the previous games had the player upgrade each class individually now the squad as a whole is upgraded by leveling up five different attributes. Each character also has a branching, board-like growth system called the Master Board. Through this the player can have each character learn specific Potentials (character abilities that can buff or debuff the unit) to customize the unit.

Gods Eater Burst is an adventure video game for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP), set for release on March 15, 2011. The game is developed by Shift / Namco Bandai and published by D3 Publisher.

In the game, the earth has been plagued by terrifying mutant beasts known as the Aragami and man’s only hope against them is the God Arc weapons and the God Eaters who wield them. Create your own hero and battle against many different types of these enemies, picking up items along the way to customize your weapons, guns, bullets and shields, boosting your strength and stamina in the massive scale fights.

Enhanced over the original Japanese release edition, Gods Eater Burst brings to the already captivating God Eater package a host of new modifications, gameplay enhancements and additional content and features. The furious pace of the gameplay will send players hurtling through more than twice the number of missions in the original Gods Eater, demanding quick thinking for tactical shifts between weapons to slash, shoot and devour some seriously imposing enemies. Bullets can be customized to alter their strength, patterns and elemental type for wildly effective super attacks. The original Devouring Attack adds a new strategic level as players transform into Burst Mode, boosting their stats and special bullets to launch potent attacks. Players can hunt with AI controlled party members or join hunting parties with up to four players via Ad Hoc connection, or connect the PSP system to a PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and play online using Adhoc Party in cooperative mode.

Hoard is an action video game for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP), release date to be announced later. The game is developed and published by Big Sandwich Games. It is a fast-paced action game that promises addictive, thrilling action themed around dragons and their quest for treasure. The game gives players the chance to amass giant piles of gold by raiding medieval commerce, roasting knights with fire-breath, kidnapping princesses, scaring towns, and defeating powerful wizards.

Hoard features upgradeable dragons, intuitive controls, immediate action, and dozens of different kingdoms to conquer. It can be played with up to four dragons at a time, competing in Treasure Hoard, Princess Rush, and Survival modes. Local and online multiplayer play are supported for the PlayStation 3 version, as are leaderboards and other PlayStation Network community features.

Hoard game features:

Legends of War: Patton's Campaign is a video game for Sony PlayStation Portable, release date to be announced later. The game is developed and published by Enigma.

In the game, assume the role of General Patton, commanding the Third U.S. Army, also known as "Patton's Own". Lead your troops from the beaches of France to the city of Berlin, along a complete Campaign composed of 35 different missions, with varied objectives to fight Nazi forces, being possible to cause changes in the course of WWII History!!!

Legends of War: Patton's Campaign is a strategy game where the Campaign mode combines 2 different game modes: a high-level strategic management part, to set up your army with the units of your choice which can be evolved to acquire new features and skills; and a tactical and turn-based part, where you will fight across different battlefields seeking the defeat of Nazi army with the least casualties and number of turns possible.

Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood! is an RPG video game for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP), set for release on January 11, 2011. The game is developed and published by NIS.

In the game, Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood! is a sequel to Nippon Ichi Software's popular action game starring the unlikely hero Prinny. Like the original game, Prinny 2 is a side scrolling hack and slash action game. Players control the demon penguin which are known to be the "weakest monster in the netherworld." Your prinny can run, jump, slash, execute special skills and ride tanks and jets to battle enemies. As an extra bonus a whole new main character and story is prepared after you defeat the main game.

Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood! game features:

•MULTIPLE DIFFICULTIES: Standard mode allows you to take damage up to 3 times before losing a life, giving mere mortals a chance to beat the game. The game also has Hell mode, where one hit means instant death! Good luck!

•1000 Units: Players will get 1000 lives to beat the toughest action sidescroller!

•Lift & Throw: Prinnies are able to lift and throw objects on the battlefield.

•Vehicles: Steal and control powerful vehicles, like tanks and UFOs.

•Hip Pound: Jump and pound enemies to stun them. Then you can inflict multiple combo attacks for extra damage.

•Special Skills: If you charge up enough energy you can execute powerful skills to wipe out the enemies. The more enemies you hack away the more energy you gain.

Final Fantasy IV Complete Collection is an RPG videogame developed and published by Square Enix for Sony PlayStation Portable, release date to be announced later. This is the remake of the classic SNES game that includes both the original game and The After Years on one disc. In Final Fantasy IV the kingdom of Baron begins employing unprovoked force to seize powerful crystals from peaceful nations. The dark knight Cecil – Lord Captain of Baron’s elite force, the Red Wings – is ordered by his king to obtain the Crystals, but soon begins to question the monarch's motives. Enraged, the king accuses him of disloyalty, strips Cecil of his command, and sends him off to slay a mysterious beast that lurks in the nearby Valley of Mist. Cecil embarks on a fateful journey that will bring trials, betrayals, friendship, loss and self-discovery. Can Cecil open his eyes and become the man of honor that he must be?

Final Fantasy IV: The After Years, unravel a mystery told through the intertwining stories of a familiar cast of characters, and complete the Final Fantasy IV experience.

Thor: God of Thunder is an adventure video game for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP), set for release on May 3, 2011. The game is developed and published by Sega.

In the game, Thor battles through the numerous worlds of Norse mythology to save Asgard, the capital city of the Norse Gods.

Thor must overcome monstrous foes lifted from the pages of the comics including Ulik, Ymir, and Surtur, as well as other monstrous denizens. Players will wield the iconic Mjölnir, Thor's legendary hammer, to fight enemies on an immense scale while controlling the elemental storm powers of lightning, thunder, and wind to vanquish enemies. The PSP version features a distinct comic book look as well as unique story elements, dialog, locations, and dedicated flight levels.

Naruto Shippuden: Kizuna Drive is an action video game developed and published by Namco Bandai for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP), release date to be announced later.

In NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Kizuna Drive, two modes of play will be available to challenge everyone's ninja prowess. In Story Mode, journey with a band of NPCs (non-playable characters) through more than a dozen missions that await to be conquered. In Free Mission Mode, build a ninja dream team to overcome daunting combat situations where up to four friends can fight together and perform special combo moves via ad hoc. Featuring a new Kizuna Drive Combat System, players can chain devastating attacks onto enemies as each teammate inflicts crippling damage one after another. Time attacks precisely to apply even more intense blows, but miss the mark and the damage will be reciprocated.

Shift Extended is a puzzle videogame for Sony PlayStation Portable, release date to be announced later. The game is developed by Fishing Cactus / Armor Games and published by Zallag.

In the game, locked up with other subjects of a scientific experiment, Subject 32763 must figure out a way out. Escape the many traps of the game and find your way through this gigantic maze. But the path to safety is not clearly visible ... or is it? Use the "SHIFT" function to radically the architecture of the levels. White becomes black, the ground is now air, up is down and left is right: everything is shifted 180 degrees. This allows the player to shift the environment at will and therefore find new ways to get to the exit.

NeoGeo Heroes Ultimate Shooting is a video game published by SNK Playmore for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP).

The game brings together characters from all of SNK Neo Geo lore, spanning everything from King of Fighters to Metal Slug. Ten great SNK heroes and heroines have left their worlds to answer Dr. Brown Sugar's "call for peace". Now, head to the skies to save the world from the threat of "THE DAMNED", an evil organization which plots to use a time machine for its maleficent purposes.

NeoGeo Heroes Ultimate Shooting game features:

•Features 10 SNK characters coming from legendary NEOGEO titles including: Iroha from Samurai Shodown VI, Marco Rossi from Metal Slug, Akari Ichijo from Last Blade, Athena Asamiya from Psycho Soldier/The King of Fighters, Terry Bogard from Fatal Fury, Mai Shiranui from Fatal Fury, Kyo Kusanagi from The King of Fighters, Iori Yagami from The King of Fighters, Kula Diamond from The King of Fighters, and SYDIII from Armored Scrum Object.

•A Multi Ending Story, the Taunt System, and numerous impressive Special Moves

•A CHALLENGE MODE to unlock artwork and badges and a multiplayer battle mode.

•PSP Widescreen Mode - Use the D-Pad to control your ship and the analog stick for attacks.

•A special MUSEUM MODE" that features "GALLERY" to enjoy game's development and ending artwork, heroes and bosses' profile and story, "MUSIC" to listen to the in-game music, and "RANKING" to check players' results.

•Bonus Arcade Version of "KOF SKY STAGE" is also included.

Urban Trials is a racing video game for Sony PlayStation 3 (PSP), release date to be announced later. The game is developed and published by Tate Interactive.

The game brings players to abandoned districts of a city where speed, agility and ability to improvise are the key to massive scores. In this fast paced racing game, players will take control over three different types of trial bikes in order to set up unbeatable high scores over 15 completely outrageous tracks. Featuring the Ghost of best player's performance riding along, the game challenges the player to master the handling of the bike and take advantage of every slope and road bump on a track.

First look at upcoming action video game Duke Nukem: Critical Mass for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP), release date to be announced later. The game is currently in development by Frontline Studios and is being published by Apogee Software, LLC, and Deep Silver. Duke Nukem: Critical Mass will be the first of three games in a series called Duke Nukem Trilogy, whose other entries will be Chain Reaction and Proving Grounds. Each of the games will have a different setting in time. Critical Mass will be set in the future, Chain Reaction will be in the present day, and Proving Grounds will be set during World War 2.

Duke Nukem: Critical Mass will have different gameplay modes for the DS and PSP. For the PSP, the game will largely be a third person shooter, with the camera trailing behind Duke Nukem as he moves through the level. On the DS, the game is mainly sidescroller. Both versions will feature multiplayer capability. The two versions will both have several additional gameplay modes, which will be different depending on the platform. The PSP version will, in addition to the standard third person action mode, have jetpack mode and cover-fire mode. Jetpack mode will allow Duke to fly through the environment while shooting at aliens with the jetpack's onboard guns. Cover fire mode allows Duke to take cover and blast enemies from behind walls or other objects at predetermined spots. The DS will have an even greater variety of gameplay styles in addition to its normal sidescrolling action. These include jetpack mode, cover-fire mode, boss battle mode(which will be in a third person perspective with the camera behind Duke), and sniper mode, which Duke enters at certain locations in the game. There appears to be a variety of weapons, such as shotguns, pistols, and pipebombs. In the DS version, Duke is also seen using kick attacks on his enemies.

The game will be set in the future, and will feature gritty city streets and alleys, indoor areas, and many as of now unknown world locations. According to Apogee's official website, the game will be very expansive, with more than 30 levels across 9 world locations, which would make Critical Mass one of the largest Duke Nukem games to date. The images and videos released so far show fairly detailed levels filled with cars, railing, signs, complex scenery, and other objects.

Persona 2: Innocent Sin is an RPG video game for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP), release date to be announced later. The game is developed by Atlus. It is the first of a two-part sequel to the hit RPG Persona. It was released exclusively in Japan.

This enhanced PSP port updates the game with the improved battle system from Eternal Punishment, the second chapter in the Persona 2 story. The difficulty and balance have been adjusted as well. Going along with the change to widescreen, the game's interface is updated to make for a more user friendly experience, with party status and a mini map now shown on the field screen, and a visual display of party member movement order during battle. The game also features new illustration work from character designer Shigenori Soejima and over 100 arranged songs. Players are able to select between original and arranged versions of the music.

Fighting Fantasy: Talisman of Death is an adventure video game based on Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone's legendary Fighting Fantasy series of Choose Your Own Adventure game books, set for release for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) in Q1 2011. The game is developed and published by Laughing Jackal.

In the game, to keep both existing fans and newcomers happy with their treatment of the license, Laughing Jackal have included 'Classic' and 'New' game modes. The 'Classic' game mode very closely emulates the format of the original books, while the 'New' mode adds a range of all-new features to really capitalise on the console medium, providing greater visual excitement and giving power to the player, rather than to arbitrary "virtual dice rolls" which the player can't influence.

No Heroes Allowed is a simulation video game for Sony PlayStation 3 (PSP), set for release in Q4 2010. The game is developed by Acquire / SCE Studios Japan and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. No Heroes Allowed! is a series of dungeon strategy games where you play the God of Destruction, summoned by the Evil Overlord Badman to dig a dungeon full of monsters to destroy the invading heroes, and help Badman conquer the known world! MWHAAHAA!

No Heroes Allowed! not only has your main story mode where you help Badman conquer a brand new world across 33 stages, but additionally Dungeon-A-Day mode will offer you 100 daily challenges to hone your dungeoneering skills. Also for the first time in the Badman series, players will have the opportunity to experience multiplayer! The new Co-Op mode, Badman & Badmella allows you to join forces with one of your friends to create a dastardly dungeon full of monsters ready to take out those pesky heroes! Who is Badmella? you ask, she is none other than Badman’s daughter and heir to his evil empire.

No Heroes Allowed game features

•Story Mode: Help Badman conquer a brand new world across 33 stages.

•Dungeon-A-Day Mode: Offer you 100 daily challenges to hone your dungeoneering skills.

•Co-Op Multiplayer: For the first time in the Badman series, players will have the opportunity to experience multiplayer! Badman & Badmella allows you to join forces with one of your friends to create a dastardly dungeon full of monsters ready to take out those pesky heroes! Who is Badmella? you ask, she is none other than Badman's daughter and heir to his evil empire.

Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood is an RPG video game for Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP), release date to be announced later. The game is developed and published by NIS. Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood! is a sequel to Nippon Ichi Software's popular action game starring the unlikely hero Prinny. Like the original game, Prinny 2 is a side scrolling hack and slash action game. Players control the demon penguin which are known to be the "weakest monster in the netherworld." Your prinny can run, jump, slash, execute special skills and ride tanks and jets to battle enemies. As an extra bonus a whole new main character and story is prepared after you defeat the main game.

Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood game features:

•MULTIPLE DIFFICULTIES: Standard mode allows you to take damage up to 3 times before losing a life, giving mere mortals a chance to beat the game. The game also has Hell mode, where one hit means instant death! Good luck!

•1000 Units: Players will get 1000 lives to beat the toughest action sidescroller!

•Lift & Throw: Prinnies are able to lift and throw objects on the battlefield.

•Vehicles: Steal and control powerful vehicles, like tanks and UFOs.

•Hip Pound: Jump and pound enemies to stun them. Then you can inflict multiple combo attacks for extra damage.

•Special Skills: If you charge up enough energy you can execute powerful skills to wipe out the enemies. The more enemies you hack away the more energy you gain.

NASCAR The Game 2011 is a racing video game for Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3), set for release in February 2011. The game is developed by Eutechnyx and published by Activision. NASCAR The Game 2011 completely redefines what fans can expect from a NASCAR racing game. Players can choose to play as themselves or as one of the sport's real-world drivers as they battle it out for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Championship. Each pro driver has the AI characteristics of his or her real world counterpart, setting the stage for intense rivalries played out on the track. From the 22 real world tracks to full pit stop strategy action, NASCAR The Game 2011 captures the real atmosphere, sense of speed and spectacle that embodies NASCAR. Players can even feel the thrill of a win with the interactive celebration mode. 

The game also includes multiplayer modes which allow up to 16 players to battle it out for the win online. In both online and offline races, players earn NASCAR experience points which help unlock rewards such as decal packs or special car designs, as well as career sponsorships and special races throughout career mode. Everything you do on the track counts.

NASCAR The Game 2011 game features

A multiplayer modes which allow up to 16 players to battle it out for the win online.

22 real world tracks.

Each pro driver has the AI characteristics of his or her real world counterpart.

Players can feel the thrill of a win with the interactive celebration mode.

Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team is a fighting video game published by Namco Bandai for Sony PSP, set for release on October 19, 2010. For the first time ever Dragon Ball Z fans can enter into high-impact two vs. two combat in Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team for the PSP system. Play solo or team up via Ad Hoc mode to tackle memorable battles in a variety of single player and multiplayer modes, including Dragon Walker, Battle 100, and Survival Mode. Dragon Walker Mode takes fans through the entire epic Dragon Ball Z story arc from the Saiyan saga to the Majin Buu saga. Battle 100 Mode tasks players to relive the most epic encounters and newly created situations from the Dragon Ball Z world in ever increasingly difficult situations. With more than 70 playable and deeply customizable characters, multiple modes, and Ad Hoc Party gameplay, Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team is chock full of gameplay for your portable PSP system.

Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team game features:

Create your Ideal Team – Experience 2 vs. 2 team battle play for the first time in the Dragon Ball series! Using the ad-hoc mode, up to four players can now experience the ultimate Dragon Ball battle. Work together with your teammate to take on your opponents in a test of skill and strategy.

Customize your Favorite Characters – Choose from any of 70 fan favorite characters including Super Saiyan Goku, Super Saiyan 2 Gohan, Super Saiyan Vegeta, Super Saiyan Trunks, Piccolo and more! Gain the upper hand by customizing your characters with special items that alter their attack parameters and then use these custom characters in battle.

Pick your Path – A variety of single-player and multi-player modes to keep your adrenaline pumping and your skills at the ready. Follow the original anime story and relive key scenes from the Saiyan saga through the Majin Buu saga in the all-new Dragon 

Walker mode. Or undergo rigorous training to hone your skills and sharpen your senses in the Training mode. Ready for battle? Jump straight into the action as you clear key battle scenes from the anime or create your own in Battle 100 or face off against advancing enemies in Survival mode.

Enter the World of Dragon Ball – Fight in any of 10 different fields from the Dragon Ball universe, moving about them freely using the game’s optimized control system.