December Release] 10 Editor's PS4, PS5 & Switch recommended new games to buy this month!

Recommended Games for December

Crisis Core - Final Fantasy VII - Reunion

• Compatibility: PS5/PS4/Switch/Xbox Series X|S/Xbox One/Steam
• Release date: 12/13/2022 (12/14 for Steam version)
• Genre: RPG
• Price: 6.820 yen (tax included)
• Maker: Square Enix

A power-up version of "Crisis Core - Final Fantasy VII-" released for the PlayStation Portable in 2007, with added elements for current consoles. The story takes place seven years before "Final Fantasy VII". Zax Fair, the 2nd Soldier class of the powerful "Soldier" organization of the Shinra Company, along with 1st Soldier class members Angir and Sephiroth, investigate the "mass disappearance of Soldiers" that suddenly occurred... ....

This title is based on the original version, but is now available in HD quality. In addition, the 3D models of the characters have been reconstructed from scratch, the game has been fully voiced, and some of the songs have been rearranged.

Valkyrie Profile -Lenus-.

• Compatibility: PS5/PS4
• Release date: 2022/12/22
• Genre: RPG
• Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
• Maker: Square Enix

A port of "Valkyrie Profile -Lenas-" released in 2006 for the PlayStation Portable. Odin, who has received a prophecy of the final war "Ragnarok" that will lead the world to destruction, gives Lenas Valkyria the task of gathering human heroic spirits to prepare for the war against the hostile giant race. Following Odin's orders, the Valkyrian Lenas descends into the world of human beings.

This title inherits the basic aspects of the world, story, and battle system from the original version, while adding many new convenient features such as "Rewind," "Quick Save," and "Visual Preset," which allows the player to customize the screen display.

SAMURAI MAIDEN -Samurai Maiden

• Compatibility: PS5/PS4/Switch/Steam
• Release date: 12/1/2022 (12/8 for Steam version)
• Genre: Action
• Price: Package / Download Normal Edition: 7,920 yen (tax included)
• 　　　Downloadable Deluxe Edition: 9,900 yen (tax included)
• Maker: D3 Publisher

An action game starring "Samurai JK" who was summoned to the Warring States Period. After school, Tamaori Tsumugi remains alone in the classroom, studying hard to memorize the years of history, but she soon passes out. When she wakes up, she finds that she is not in her classroom, but in Honnoji Temple, which is engulfed in flames. The game is based on the "Gokage System," which combines swordsmanship and ninjutsu, allowing players to fight while simultaneously utilizing swordsmanship with pongee swords and ninjutsu such as kunai throwing and bomb attacks by the three ninjas. In addition to the exhilarating battles, the game also features events involving Tsumugi and the three ninja. Through dates and training, the friends can develop a bond with each other.

Nekketsu Kuniokun Gaiden: River City Girls 2

• Compatibility: PS5/PS4/Switch/Xbox Series X|S
• Release date: 2022/12/1
• Genre: Action
• Price: 3,190 yen (tax included)
• Maker: Arc System Works

A spin-off of the "Kuniokun" series, one of the most popular games on the NES. The game features Misako and Kyouko, two well-known characters from the series, and allows players to enjoy exhilarating action as they kick the crap out of enemies. Compared to the previous title, the number of playable characters has increased and the size of the stage has more than doubled. In addition, a new action feature that allows players to enjoy aerial combos has been implemented. The packaged version of "Nekketsu Kuniokun Gaiden: River City Girls 1 & 2," which includes both "1" and "2," will also be released at the same time as this title. If you are interested in the previous title as well, it is recommended that you purchase this set rather than this title by itself.

Wizard's Night

• Compatibility: PS4/Switch
• Release date: 2022/12/8
• Genre: Visual Novel
• Price:
• Package Edition
• Limited First Edition
• Suggested retail price: 7,700 yen (including tax)
• Special bonus: Special box illustrated by Hirokazu Koyama / "Wizard's Fundamental Tone Rhythm" setting material collection
• Normal Edition
• MSRP 6,600 yen (including tax)
• Download Edition
• Digital Deluxe Edition] (PS4® only)
• Suggested Retail Price 7,150 yen (including tax)
• Bonus: Digital version of "Wizard's Fundamental Tone Rhythm", a collection of setting materials
• Digital Edition
• MSRP 6,600 yen (including tax)
• Manufacturer: Aniplex

A port of the visual novel "WITCH ON THE HOLY NIGHT" released for PC in 2012, "WITCH ON THE HOLY NIGHT" tells the story of a boy named Shizuki Kusajuro who moves to a town called Misaki in 1980s Japan, and witches Aozaki Aoko and Kuonji Usu, who live in the modern age. Although this is a home console port, the game has been adjusted for current-gen consoles, including full voice and full HD; a demo version is available for both the PS4 and Switch versions, so it is recommended to try that first.

Chikyu Boeigun 4.1 for Nintendo Switch

• Compatibility: Switch
• Release date: 2022/12/22
• Genre: Action
• Price: 5,980 yen (tax included)
• Maker: D3Publisher

Switch version of "Chikyu Boeigun 4.1 THE SHADOW OF NEW DESPAIR" released in 2015. Players become a member of the EDF (Earth Defense Forces) special assault team "Storm" and throw themselves into the battle to protect the Earth from alien life forms that have suddenly attacked the planet. The game offers four different types of military units, including the balanced "Ranger" and the aerial combat-oriented "Wing Diver," as well as more than 90 missions. Online or local communication is available, allowing multiple players to enjoy cooperative play.

Fit Boxing Fist of the North Star - You're already skinny

• Compatibility: Switch
• Release date: 2022/12/22
• Genre: Fitness
• Price: 7,678 yen (including tax)
• Publisher: Imagineer

The latest in the "Fit Boxing" series of fitness games that allow players to enjoy boxing anytime, anywhere. The game is a collaboration with the popular Japanese manga "Fist of the North Star" and features many characters from the manga, including the main character Kenshiro. In addition to boxing, this title adds a "battle" mode in which players fight enemies. In addition to boxing, this title adds a "Battle" mode in which players can enjoy two types of battles: "Zako Battle," in which players punch their way through zakos, and "Boss Battle," in which they fight Kenshiro's arch-enemies.

Dragon Quest Treasures: Aoki Hitomi to Ozora no Rashinban

• Compatibility: Switch
• Release date: 2022/12/9
• Genre: RPG
• Price: 7,990 yen (including tax)
• Publisher: SQUARE ENIX

A spin-out title from the nationally popular RPG "Dragon Quest" series. The main characters are Camus and Maya, siblings who appeared in "Dragon Quest XI: The Search for Elusive Time," and their quest for treasure takes place in a world called "The Land of the Blessed Dragon. The land of the dragon consists of six floating islands with completely different topography and nature, and a variety of fields, including volcanoes and deserts, await the players. In addition to treasure hunting across the floating islands, the game also features battles in which players build bases and clans against rival clans and join forces with fellow monsters.

All screenshots are from the development stage.

Canghai Tengi

• Compatibility: Switch
• Release date: 2022/12/8
• Genre: Adventure
• Price: 7,150 yen (tax included)
• Maker: IDEA FACTORY

The memorable first title from ALTERGEAR, a new game brand launched by IDEA FACTORY. Minato, a boy who has lost all memory except for his name, is exiled to an island called Ikijima. Minato is at a loss for what to do, but as he interacts with Kazuya, Nagisa, Reiji, and others he meets there, he gradually forms a bond with them. Minato is living a peaceful life, but the effects of the Honnoji Incident, which occurred in the mainland Japan, are beginning to creep back to the island of Inkishima.

The game brand "ALTERGEAR" for this title is "a story about male characters centered on friendship and bonds," and this title depicts the battle between Minato and the other boys as they join forces to bring light back to the Land of Japan.

Idol Janshi Suchie Pai Saturn Tribute

• Compatibility: Switch
• Release Date: 2022/12/8
• Genre: Cheating Mahjong & Adventure
• Price: 6,930 yen (including tax)
• Maker: City Connection

Idol Janshi Suchie Pai Saturn Tribute" is a title that combines the four games released for the Sega Saturn from the "Idol Janshi Suchie Pai" series of mahjong games for beautiful girls that were popular in game centers and for home use into a single package. In addition to enjoying mahjong with beautiful girls in a 2-player game with cheating and rewards, you can also enjoy a love adventure game and other bonus elements in a single package. Four titles are included: "Idol Janshi Suchie Pai Special + Remix," "Idol Janshi Suchie Pai II," "Suchie Pai Adventure Dokidoki Nightmare," and "Idol Janshi Suchie Pai Mecha Limited Edition. The titles are comfortable and easy to play, with convenient features such as "Quick Save & Load" and "Rewind" that are only available on current consoles.