2D fighting game "MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA" for PS4, Switch and Xbox One to be released in 2021! New "MELTY BLOOD" based on the new Tsukihime worldview

Project LUMINA announced that it will release the 2D fighting game "MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA" in 2021 for PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One.

MELTY BLOOD" is a 2D fighting game series based on the world of TYPE-MOON's full-length visual novel "Tsukihime.
Since the release of the first PC version of the series in 2002, numerous titles have been released in arcades, PlayStationR2, and Steam.

MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA (hereinafter referred to as "this title")" will feature a story based on the world view of TYPE-MOON's full-length visual novel "Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon-" scheduled for release in the summer of 2021, as well as newly redesigned characters. The characters have been redesigned.

The game will inherit the characteristics of the previous "MELTY BLOOD" series, but will be created from scratch with a system and visuals adapted to the current environment.

Game Introduction

Based on the world of the full-length visual novel "Tsukihime -A piece of blue glassmoon-" for PlayStation4 and Nintendo Switch, this title features a story by Kinoko Nasu of TYPE-MOON and a new design by Takashi Takeuchi. The 2D fighting game features a story by Kinoko Nasu of TYPE-MOON and characters redesigned by Takashi Takeuchi.
The game will feature battle animations by 2D characters, and the techniques and battles of the characters in "Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon-" can be enjoyed in the form of a fighting game.

The game is being developed by the creators of the "MELTY BLOOD" series, France Pain. The game is being created from the ground up for the current environment, including support for HD visuals and a restructured battle system.

More than 10 characters in total!

Based on the world view of "Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon-," this title will feature more than 10 playable characters, each with their own unique and varied attacks and movements.
Each character is available in 10 color variations, and can be customized to any color you like.

Today, visuals of four playable characters, Shiki Tohno, Arcueid Brunstad, Akiha Tohno, and Ciel, were unveiled.

Character Introduction

For details of the characters, please check CHARACTER on the official website.

Story" mode, in which each character's story unfolds, and a challenging mode for one player are implemented.

In this title, "STORY," "TIME ATTACK," and "SURVIVAL" modes are implemented as modes exclusively for single player.
In "STORY" mode, players can control a selected character to win the game, and view event stories for each character that match the world view of "Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon-". In "TIME ATTACK," players compete for clear time, and in "SURVIVAL," they compete for the number of consecutive wins to see how far they can go with their limited stamina.

Exhilarating battles with easy-to-use controls

The battle system has been reconstructed from the ground up for this title, while inheriting the features of the "MELTY BLOOD" series.
The "Rapid Beat" system, which allows players to perform a series of moves by pressing the attack buttons consecutively, allows even those who do not normally play fighting games to enjoy exhilarating battles with simple operations.
The game is also intended to provide a fresh and nostalgic experience for those who have played the previous titles in the series, as well as to allow players to enjoy the competitive and challenging elements of the game. While retaining the distinctive elements of previous titles in the series, such as shields and aerial combos, the game will feature new actions and new systems using new resources.
More details on the battle system will be announced at a later date.

Available in Five Languages and Released Worldwide

This title will be available in five languages (Japanese, English, Chinese (traditional and simplified), and Korean) and will be released worldwide.
*Voice will be available only in Japanese.

Product Information
MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA

Genre 2D fighting game
Compatibility PlayStation4/Nintendo Switch/Xbox One
Release date 2021
Supported languages Japanese, English, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Korean
Number of players 1 or 2 players
CERO review planned
Price Undecided

Original story: Kinoko Nasu / TYPE-MOON
Development: FRANCE PAN
Produced and distributed by Delightworks

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