PS4's "New Sakura Wars" unveils second round of game information! Story of the first episode and details of the adventure part are now available.

Sega Games has released the second batch of game information for "New Sakura Wars" for PS4, scheduled for release in winter 2019.

New Sakura Taisen" is a dramatic 3D action adventure set in the fictional "Taisho Era" Imperial Capital Tokyo, and follows the exploits of the "Teikoku Kagekidan" as they fight against evil. The main character design is by Kubo Taito, known as the author of the manga "BLEACH" serialized in "Weekly Shonen Jump" (published by Shueisha). The music is by Kouhei Tanaka, who has provided many songs for previous titles in the series. The story will be composed by Ishiijiro, who is active in a variety of media including games, TV animation, and movies.
⇒ PS4 "New Sakura Wars" will be released in winter 2019! The story of the new "Imperial Blowout Squad" led by the new main character, Seijuro Kamiyama.


The story begins 12 years after "Sakura Wars V: Saraba Aishiki Hito" in Tokyo, the capital of Japan. The "New Imperial Blowout" led by Seijuro Kamiyama, the main character of the story, clashes with the "Descenders" who have appeared in the Imperial Capital again, as well as with the "Blowout" that has emerged in other cities around the world.

In this issue, we will introduce the story of the first episode and details of the adventure part.

Story Introduction: Episode 1 "A New Wind

The year is Taisho 29. A man arrives in Ginza, Tokyo, the imperial capital.
His name is Seijuro Kamiyama.
After graduating from the Naval Academy with excellent grades, he was assigned to a special mission ship at sea, but was transferred to shore duty as if to the left.

Is this where we're supposed to be ......The Great Imperial Theatre ......Theatre?"

Kamiyama arrived at the promised place, the Grand Imperial Theater, and met "Sakura Amamiya" there.
Sakura was "Sakura-chan", a childhood friend who he played with about 10 years ago.

She had joined the Hanagumi, following her "dream" of becoming the top star of the Hanagumi of the Imperial Kagekidan, Sakura Shinguji, who was once the top star of the Hanagumi.

The manager, Sumire Kanzaki, tells her that this place is the home base of the Imperial Blowout Squad and that Kamiyama's new mission is to "become the captain of the Imperial Blowout Squad, Hanagumi. Kamiyama is thrilled to meet Sumire, a legendary member of the Hanagumi.

However, when he asks for more information, he finds that the Hana-gumi is no longer the glorious organization it once was, with no budget, no personnel, and no way to defend the Imperial Capital. Violet wants him to rebuild it. Kamiyama accepts the mission, despite the difficulties.

He meets unique members such as Hatsuho Shinonome and Clarice, and checks out the current state of the Hanagumi, but the facilities are in shambles and the performances are a mess. With the outdated and poorly maintained Reiko armor ...... and no state-of-the-art Reiko fighter plane yet, which was supposed to be provided to Kamiyama, he spends his days wondering if he can really rebuild the company in such a state.

One day, the Hana-gumi received an important notice. If they did not produce results, the Imperial Guards would be disbanded. Hatsuho and Clarice were in a mood of resignation, saying "That's impossible" and "There is no way we can do it.
Kamiyama also said, "We have no choice. There is nothing we can do. ......". Sakura was furious with Kamiyama.

In the midst of all this, a large number of "puppet soldiers" attacked the Imperial Capital, which had not seen a large number of enemies since the "Kakuma Taisen" 10 years ago.

The Hana-gumi, in their Reiko Armor, successfully intercept the enemy, but the area around the Imperial Theater is swallowed up by the "Magical Space," a space that feeds on spiritual power, created by someone else.

However, Sumire's complexion is not good because of the sudden appearance of the demons.

About the adventure part

In this title, the player repeatedly engages in "adventures" and "battles" to develop a bond with the heroines. In this article, we will introduce the adventure part.

About the events

In the adventure part, "events" occur in between the stories, and you can move freely around the Teigeki and Ginza area. By controlling Kamiyama and advancing through the events, the story progresses further.

■How to proceed with events

Walk around the map freely and advance the events.

A green "! is displayed at event destinations and target characters.

In addition to advancing the main event, you can also generate sub-events and examine objects on the map.

At the shining points, you can obtain clues and bromides to advance the events.
The next action to take in the main event is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen.

Time-limited events

Sometimes, events with a time limit for completion occur.
Try to complete the event by talking to the characters and gathering information within the time limit indicated by the gauge.

LIPS (Live & Interactive Picture System)

LIPS (time-limited choices), a familiar feature of the "Sakura Wars" series, is still in place.
The answers you choose will change your opponent's confidence level and the scenario, so you need to choose carefully. Also, time-out is not a "miss/fail" but an option. Choose your answer thoughtfully.

■Analog LIPS

By pressing the left stick up and down when answering, the nuance of the response can be adjusted. Even if the answer is the same, the development will change depending on whether it is a strong or weak answer. Depending on the scene, the camera may move in response to the input, a unique 3D effect.

Location: The Imperial Theatre

This is an introduction to the inside of the "Grand Imperial Theater," the main stage of the film.

Lobby on the 1st floor

Entering the main entrance of the Imperial Theatre, you will see the lobby. There is a store on the left and a cafeteria at the end of the corridor.

Inside the Theater

The interior of the theater, the main facility of the Grand Imperial Theater. It has an old-fashioned but majestic atmosphere, and is where the Hanagumi group's performances are held.

Courtyard

The courtyard of the Grand Imperial Theatre. The super-sized "Reiko Crystal" sits in the pond in the center.

Manager's Office

The office of Sumire Kanzaki. The interior has been changed since Sumire became the manager, but the frame with the "Imperial Flagellants" remains unchanged.

Kamiyama's room

Kamiyama's private room on the second floor. It was inherited from the room used by the former Hanagumi captain.

Large bathroom (dressing room)

The changing room of the large bathroom in the basement of Teigeki. What kind of things can be found here. ......

Underground hangar

The underground hangar for storing and maintaining Reiko armaments such as the Type 3 Mitsurugi and MUGEN.

[Product Information]
■New Sakura Wars
・Compatibility: PlayStation 4
・Launch Date: Scheduled for release this winter
・Price: Undecided
・Genre: Dramatic 3D action adventure
・Players: 1 player
・Sales/Sales: Sega Games Co.
・CERO: To be reviewed
・Main Character Design: Obito Kubo
Music: Kouhei Tanaka
・Story composition: Jiro Ishii
・Original story: Oji Hiroi

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