In this newly released trailer, players catch a glimpse of some of the charming characters and captivating world of Library Of Ruina. At the very end, you can even hear a certain someone… If that isn’t enough, players can visit the official Nintendo shop page of Library of Ruina and pre-order the game now.

In anticipation of the game’s release later this month, The Arc System Works Official X account will post daily videos featuring the console-exclusive Japanese voice-over. Check them out for an early look at game scenes featuring each character!

Library of Ruina follows Fixer Roland, as he mysteriously finds himself in the Library, assisting the director Angela in her search for the “One Absolute Book.”

To obtain this book, they must invite Guests to the library and fight them during their reception.

Guests who meet their end during their reception are transformed into Books, guiding Angela and Roland to new Guests, and eventually the One Absolute Book.

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The original 3DS version of River City: Rival Showdown was released in 2016 to wide acclaim.
Arc System Works is not only reviving the fan-favorite game for current consoles, but also giving
it a full power-up of modernization to bring players the ultimate 2D action game experience. The
updated 2023 edition includes all of the updates found on the 3DS version: the main game
loaded with a much larger volume of settings and storylines, improved graphics and operability,
and a brand-new prequel story mode to play through after you solve the main story’s mystery!

River City: Rival Showdown’s key features and new additions include:
● Action-Packed Story of Conspiracy and Mystery – “Hot Blooded Story” – Following a
mysterious evening attack on Kunio, he learns that Mami (girlfriend of his rival, Riki) has
also been kidnapped. Following the timeline from three days before Mami’s kidnapping,
Kunio and Riki band together alongside Kunio’s friends from Nekketsu High School, to
solve the mystery and find Mami. Their search brings them to the source of the evil,
Reiho Academy led by “Yamada”, where a heated battle begins…
● Free Scenario System with Multiple Endings – Players must search and battle through
different events to unravel the “Yamada” conspiracy and get to the truth. However, this
story does not follow one set scenario, but is experienced non-linearly through a concept
of time passing over a four-day period. This includes events scattered throughout the
map, where events played during the first three in-game days will dictate events on the
final fourth day and change game endings.
● Item Collection & Special Abilities – While unraveling the story, visit the game’s
“convenience stores” where recovery items can be purchased, “public baths” where HP
(stamina) and SP (willpower) can be recovered, and “thrift stores” to buy equipment with
special abilities. In addition, Special Moves have evolved to be more spectacular, while
experience gained in battle can be used to enhance your status!
● New Prequel Story Mode – “Cold-Blooded Hardcore Yamada-kun” – Enjoy an additional
mode that can be played after clearing the main story mode (“Hot Blooded Story”). Take
control of evil big boss “Yamada” and play the prequel to the incident. How did “Yamada”
expand his ambitions? And what is his purpose? Experience the dark machinations
behind the incident.
As a special add-on for fighting game fans, 2D action game Double Dragon Duel will also be
included as an extra game mode! This mode allows players to enjoy fighting game-like action
using a large number of characters, including hidden characters when certain conditions are
met. Network play is also supported, so you can play with friends far away.

Players Can Battle It Out on the Switch Version Whether Docked at Home or On-the-Go with Handheld

Torrance, Calif. – April 20, 2023 – Arc System Works America, Inc. has announced the availability of the action-packed fight game DNF Duel for Nintendo Switch. With Nintendo Switch hybrid access, players can spring into action and enter an immersive fighting experience while either docked at home or on-the-go with handheld gameplay. View the DNF Duel Switch launch trailer here.

Based on publisher Nexon Korea Corporation’s Dungeon&Fighter, one of the most popular and widely played RPGs in the world, DNF Duel originally released to wide acclaim in 2022 for its reimagining of Dungeon&Fighter’s iconic world and classes into a 2.5D fighter. The game is co-developed by Arc System Works and NEOPLE INC. using Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 4 to deliver realistic graphics and gorgeous cutscenes during battle.

DNF Duel brings unique combat mechanics, an intuitive command system for players of all experience levels, multiple character stories, and strategic fighting gameplay. Players can choose from a variety of Dungeon&Fighter characters as well – including Berserker, Crusader, Dragon Knight, Enchantress, Ghostblade, Grappler, Inquisitor, Kunoichi, Launcher, Swift Master, Troubleshooter, Vanguard, and more – each with unique personalities and skills. There are also different modes of play and other features, such as Online Mode (ranked/player matching, ranking), Local Mode (free battle, story, arcade, survival), Practice Mode (training/tutorial), and Collection features (player profile, replay library, and more).DNF Duel is available now for Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 at $49.99. For more information about the DNF Duel retail availability and game details, please visit the Arc System Works website as well as the game’s official YouTube and Facebook channels.

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Arc System Works America (ASW America), the North American branch of Arc System Works, is the premier publisher and developer of the widely popular Guilty Gear and BlazBlue franchises. Deep rooted in the communities it builds, ASW America strives to bring unforgettable experiences to its passionate fanbase. https://arcsystemworks.com/

About NEXON Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1994, NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO) is a company engaged in the production, development and operation of online games and Virtual Worlds. First listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was placed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has more than 50 live games on multiple platforms including mobile and available in more than 190 countries. Major game franchises include MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter. In 2021, Nexon completed the acquisition of Embark Studios AB, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, developing multiple projects for global release. https://company.nexon.co.jp/en/

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Torrance, Calif. – April 18, 2023 – Arc System Works America, Inc. has announced the upcoming April 26 (5:00 PM PT) release date for BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle Special Edition on Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC at the price of $49.99.

BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle Special Edition will give Xbox and Windows players the opportunity to create their own dream team from a tag battle crossover of characters, including favorites from BlazBlue, Persona 4 Arena, Persona 4 Arena Ultimax, Under Night In-Birth, Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND, Senran Kagura: Estival Versus, Akatsuki Blitzkampf, and RWBY. Through the Special Edition, players will receive the base game of the popular 2D fighter, plus its 2.0 update and all previously released DLC.

Don’t miss your chance to delve dimensions, duke it out, and create chaos in this dream team tag-team slugfest! For more information, please visit the Arc System Works website (link).

About BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle brings you dream matches between the stars of popular titles BlazBlue, Persona 4 Arena, Under Night In-Birth, Arcana Heart, Senran Kagura, Akatsuki Blitzkampf, and RWBY in a 2D fighting game! Grasp for victory with your own original tag-team! BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle is out now for PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam®. The Xbox and Windows Special Edition versions will be released on April 26, 2023. For more information, please visit the BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle homepage at: https://arcsystemworks.com/game/blazblue-cross-tag-battle/

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“When it comes to fighting games, Arc System Works is at the top of the food chain.” – IGN

This interview focused on various topics, including the success of Guilty Gear -Strive- and both Guilty Gear and BlazBlue’s futures. They also discussed the possibility of IP collaborations, like a One Piece fighting game.

Full Interview: https://www.ign.com/articles/arc-system-works-ceo-doesnt-want-guilty-gear-and-blazblue-to-compete-with-each-other

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Players Can Now Enjoy Cross-Platform Play Across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC Platforms.

Torrance, Calif. – March 6, 2023 – Arc System Works America, Inc. has announced the availability of acclaimed 2.5D fighting game Guilty Gear -Strive- for Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows. Fans can take advantage of cross-platform gameplay across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC platforms starting today!

A cutting-edge fighting game now in its second season of content with 22 playable characters released to date, Guilty Gear -Strive- has received much acclaim, including The Game Awards 2021 Best Fighting Game and 25th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards Fighting Game of the Year, for its revolutionary graphics, intense story mode, and online play providing a smooth experience for players across the world.

With cross-platform support across Xbox, Windows, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and Steam® – combined with rollback netcode for a smooth online experience in matches – players of Guilty Gear -Strive- can now face off against family, friends, and other players from around the world. Cross-platform features include online matches, comprehensive tutorials for new players, a training mode for practice in a wide array of settings, mission mode, survival mode, versus Com or versus 2P options, combo maker, digital figure creation, character gallery with background music, and access to all 22 playable characters (including DLC characters to date as of Season 2).

Guilty Gear -Strive- is now available across Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Steam, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. The digital version of Guilty Gear -Strive- Standard Edition is available at $39.99. Fans can also take advantage of digital bundle editions, including the Guilty Gear -Strive- + Season Pass 1 bundle ($59.99) and the all-inclusive Guilty Gear -Strive- Ultimate Edition 2022 ($79.99), which consists of the base game, Season Pass 1, Season Pass 2, and an Ultimate Edition Contents Kit with digital sound + art works and exclusive color. Guilty Gear -Strive- Season Pass 2 is also available individually at $24.99.

About Guilty Gear -Strive-

Guilty Gear -Strive- is the latest entry in the cutting edge, critically acclaimed Guilty Gear fighting game franchise, featuring refined gameplay mechanics, stunning animation, and a roster of unique characters. Created by Daisuke Ishiwatari and developed by Arc System Works, Guilty Gear -Strive- upholds the series’ reputation for groundbreaking hybrid 2D/3D cell-shaded graphics and intense, rewarding gameplay. Guilty Gear -Strive- is out now for Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and PC via Windows and Steam. For more information, please visit the Guilty Gear -Strive- home page at: https://www.guiltygear.com/ggst/en/

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With his far-reaching flag and special moves to get in on the opponent, you’ll wanna up your reaction game!

As the child of Ky Kiske (Allied King of Illyria) and Dizzy (a half-Gear), Sin is one-quarter Gear and was entrusted to Sol by Ky as a child to avoid unwanted attention due to his incredible rate of growth caused by his Gear blood.

Dive into Sin’s official Starter Guide here!

Sin Kiske will arrive as a DLC character starting November 24th for $6.99. For any players that had purchased the prior Bridget DLC individually, a 15% discount is currently available for the individual Sin DLC.

Guilty Gear -Strive- Season Pass 2 is now available for $24.99 on PlayStation 4/5 and Steam. The second season pass contains 4 characters (Bridget, Sin Kiske, and 2 additional characters to be released later), 2 battle stages (to be released later), and the Guilty Gear -Strive- Additional Color Pack #2.

For more information on all things Guilty Gear -Strive- , visit the link below

https://www.guiltygear.com/ggst/en/

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GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- SEASON 2 NOW AVAILABLE,

INTRODUCING BRIDGET AS NEW PLAYABLE CHARACTER

Guilty Gear -Strive- Also Becomes First Arc System Works Game to Exceed “1 Million Units” Sold Worldwide Plus, Price Drop for Digital Standard Edition, New Digital Bundles, and Other Opportunities and Celebrations for Fans

Torrance, Calif. – August 8, 2022 – Arc System Works America, Inc. today announced the new launch of Season Pass 2 ($24.99) for the acclaimed 2.5D fighting game, Guilty Gear -Strive-, on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and Steam®. To kick off today’s release of the widely-acclaimed game’s second season, series veteran Bridget has been introduced as the newest DLC playable character for fans, alongside a price drop for the Guilty Gear -Strive- digital Standard Edition (now at $39.99) and introduction of new digital bundle editions.

In addition, Arc System Works is incredibly proud to confirm that Guilty Gear -Strive- has surpassed 1 million units shipped worldwide (in packaged form and download), making it the first title sold by Arc System Works and first in the GUILTY GEAR series to reach this huge milestone. To commemorate the one millionth unit sold, a special illustration newly drawn by Kenta Asano, a 2D artist from the Guilty Gear team, will be released! See image below.

Guilty Gear -Strive- Season 2 follows the game’s immensely successful initial launch and Season 1. The new season will contain a rollout of 4 additional playable characters beginning with today’s DLC character release of the free-form tricky spinner, Bridget, as well as 2 new battle stages and the second color pack.

Bridget arrives as the sixth playable character to the Guilty Gear -Strive- roster, giving players an easy to pick up, standard style of character that boasts both long-range attacks and excellent movement, including tricky options using Bridget’s yo-yo. The Bridget DLC is immediately available to all players who purchase the full Season Pass 2 ($24.99), or can be purchased individually at $6.99. Fans can check out the new Bridget character trailer here.

Fans can also check out an original music video for Sol Badguy’s theme “Find Your One Way”, featuring all-new animation by Sanzigen Inc., in commemoration of the 1-year anniversary of Guilty Gear -Strive-. The music video shows the world of Guilty Gear over its more than 20 years as a series, and the life of the protagonist Sol Badguy condensed into about 2 minutes.

Also starting this week, the digital version of Guilty Gear -Strive- Standard Edition will be available at a new, lower price of $39.99. Fans can also take advantage of new digital bundle editions, including the Guilty Gear -Strive- + Season Pass 1 bundle ($59.99) and the all-inclusive Guilty Gear -Strive- Ultimate Edition 2022 ($79.99), which consists of the base game, Season Pass 1, Season Pass 2, and an Ultimate Edition Contents Kit with digital sound + art works and exclusive color.

About Guilty Gear -Strive-

Guilty Gear -Strive- is the latest entry in the cutting edge, critically acclaimed Guilty Gear fighting game franchise, featuring refined gameplay mechanics, stunning animation, and a roster of unique characters. Created by Daisuke Ishiwatari and developed by Arc System Works, Guilty Gear -Strive- upholds the series’ reputation for groundbreaking hybrid 2D/3D cell-shaded graphics and intense, rewarding gameplay. Guilty Gear -Strive- is out now for PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and PC. For more information, please visit the Guilty Gear -Strive- home page at: https://www.arcsystemworks.jp/guiltygear/en/

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Arc System Works America (ASW America), the North American branch of Arc System Works, is the premier publisher and developer of the widely popular Guilty Gear and BlazBlue franchises. Deep rooted in the communities it builds, ASW America strives to bring unforgettable experiences to its passionate fanbase. https://post-export-edited.agacdntest.com/

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Arc System Works is incredibly proud to confirm that Guilty Gear -Strive- has surpassed 1 million units shipped worldwide (in packaged form and download), making it the first title sold by Arc System Works and first in the GUILTY GEAR series to reach this huge milestone. To commemorate the one millionth unit sold, a special illustration newly drawn by Kenta Asano, a 2D artist from the Guilty Gear team, will be released!

RIVER CITY SAGA: THREE KINGDOMS NOW AVAILABLE ON NINTENDO SWITCH, PLAYSTATION 4, AND PC STEAM

Players can experience the wacky and wild comedic action for $29.99 across all platforms

Torrance, Calif. – Jul. 21, 2022 – Arc System Works America, Inc. announced the beat ‘em up, RPG (role-playing game) River City Saga: Three Kingdoms for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4, and Steam is available now for $29.99 across all platforms.

River City Saga: Three Kingdoms offers players a unique experience set during China’s Three Kingdoms period and based on the popular Downtown Special: River City Historical Drama! Game. The River City characters enter China’s Three Kingdoms period and take on roles set within the historical tale, “Romance of the Three Kingdoms.”

River City Saga: Three Kingdoms features:

• All New Four Player Co-op Mode – Players can experience an exciting new, four player co-op mode, “Heroes of the Three Kingdoms: Battle of Red Cliffs”, that offers a total of 24 playable characters, including: Hua Xiong (Abobo), Zhang Jiao (Nishimura), Yuan Shu (Munakata), Yuan Shao (Todo), Le Jin (Mochizuki), Xu Huang (Kobayashi), Cao Ren (Onizuka), Zhang He (Kinoshita) and Yu Jin (Taira).
• Wacky and Wild Comedic Action – Players will watch the wacky and comedic action unfold as the hero Guan Yu (Kunio) tries to survive the tumultuous times of the late Han dynasty. The rest of the cast make appearances as generals, tacticians, and more, giving the Three Kingdoms a River City twist. Players will experience a funny, action-packed take on famous historical events, from the Yellow Turban Rebellion to the Battle of Red Cliffs.
• The Beat ‘Em Up Action Players Know and Love – The gameplay focuses on the beat ‘em up action the series is known for with intricately connected areas forming a massive game world. Aside from battle, players can enjoy shopping in villages and cities, go sight-seeing and explore every nook and cranny.
• Flashy “Tactics” Moves to Turn the Tide of Battle – Players can turn the tides of battle in their favor with flashy “Tactics” moves, impacting all the enemies on screen. Players using them in specific areas could even lead to discoveries such as hidden rooms or passages.

In addition to the Story Mode, River City Saga: Three Kingdoms includes a mode for up to four players with local and online co-op called “Heroes of the Three Kingdoms: Battle of Red Cliffs.” Players will conquer a total of 10 stages where powerful bosses await, while working together at times, and competing at others. Players will have a lot to delve into, from turning friendly fire on or off, to finding hidden stages.

To learn more about River City Saga: Three Kingdoms, please visit the official website here.

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