PS4's "New Sakura Wars" reveals details about the Shanghai Kagekidan and the battle part!

Sega Games has released new information about "New Sakura Wars" for PS4, scheduled for release on December 12, 2019, including details about the Shanghai Kagekidan setting and battle parts.

New Sakura Wars" is a dramatic 3D action adventure set in the fictional "Taisho Era" imperial capital of Tokyo, and follows the exploits of the "Imperial Kagekidan" in their 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.

New information about "New Sakura Taisen" has been released, including the setting of the Shanghai Karakudan and the details of the battle part.

■About the Shanghai Hagekidan

The Shanghai Wuxi Dantai was formed after the establishment of the World League of Wuxi Dantai (WLOF).
It is based in Shanghai and defends the city, and until the Imperial Wave is re-established, it is also responsible for the defense of the Imperial Capital. When Kamiyama was posted to the Imperial Capital, he encountered a falling demon at a train station, which was repulsed by the Shanghai Kagekidan.

When in battle, the Shanghai Hwagetan is active as the "Five Divine Dragons" and is led by "Yang Xiaolong".

Location: Shenlongjian

When the Shanghai Wuxi Dan is stationed in the capital, it is based at "Shinryuken," a Chinese restaurant located in Ginza Yokocho. In normal times, Xiaolong serves as the chef, and people often line up to get a taste of the fried rice he prepares.

For more information about the characters of Shanghai Hwagetan, click here.
⇒ "New Sakura Wars" PS4: Characters of the "Shanghai Hagekidan," the rivals of the main characters, are revealed.

■About the battle part

In "New Sakura Wars", players will be able to develop their bond with the heroines as they progress through the story through a series of "adventures" and "battles".

In the battle part, the player switches between the captain's Kamiyama aircraft and the aircrafts of the members of his squadron. The player can enjoy exhilarating action battles in which each character makes full use of his or her individuality and uses a series of attacks and special attacks.
In the battle part of the game, players can also strengthen their bonds with other members of the team. The storyline during the battles also makes for dramatic battles.

The aircraft is controlled with the left analog stick. Jump, step, dash, and other actions allow the player to move freely across the battlefield.
At certain points on the map, you can run on walls with simple controls.

Just evade by stepping in time with the enemy's attack. This can turn a pinch into an opportunity to attack the enemy.
During just evasion, it is also possible to cut an enemy in two. A dynamic effect will occur when you cut an enemy in two.

The combination of the □ and △ buttons generates a series of attacks.
Of course, attack actions are also possible in the air. Each member of the team can use actions with different characteristics.

By accumulating spiritual power during battle, the player can use a "special attack" to wipe out the enemy. Special effects occur for each character when the special attack is launched.
Spiritual power is increased by defeating enemies and acquiring spiritual power recovery items during battle.
In addition, special conditions can be met for combined attacks with other members of the team. The combined attack between Kamiyama and his team members is also noteworthy.

In the battle part, the abilities of Kamiyama and his team members become stronger as the "bond" between them is enhanced during the battle. The initial value of the bond increases depending on the actions taken during the adventure part, and it also increases further depending on the content of play during the battle.
Drama also progresses during the battle part through event scenes and communication.

Introduction of Action: Seijuro Kamiyama / Sakura Amamiya

The "Reiko Fighter MUGEN," driven by Seijuro Kamiyama, is a machine characterized by a variety of attacks from its two blades. In melee combat, it is a machine with all-around fighting power, and it runs around the battlefield.
Its special attack is the "Arashi (Storm)" attack. It overwhelms surrounding enemies with its overwhelming series of attacks.

Sakura Amamiya's "Reiko Armor Type 3 Kobu" is an older model, but she fights with a steady stream of attacks, blow by blow. Her special attack is the "Heavenly Sword Cherry Blizzard. It has the power to open up a battle line by launching an attack that will round up all enemies in front of it.

Product Information
New Sakura Wars
Compatibility: PlayStation(R)4
Release date: December 12, 2019 (Thursday)
Price: Normal Edition and Download Edition 8,800 yen (excluding tax) / Limited First Edition 14,800 yen (excluding tax)
Genre : Dramatic 3D action adventure
Player : 1 player
Publisher/Distributor : SEGA Games Inc.
CERO ： To be determined

Main Character Design: Kubo Taito
Guest Character Design: Yukiko Horiguchi and others
Music: Kohei Tanaka Story Structure: Shiro Ishii Original Story: Prince Hiroi
Cast: Yohei Azaue, Ayane Sakura, Marie Uchida, Hibiki Yamamura, Ayaka Fukuhara, Saori Hayami, Yuichiro Umehara, Sumire Uesaka, etc.

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