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Among other reveals at Namco’s Level Up event in Dubai yesterday, the publisher officially announced SoulCalibur V for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. In terms of setting, the game will be a continuation of SoulCalibur IV, taking place roughly 17 years later.

According to IGN, the focus of the story will be shifting this time around from Siegfried to the son of Sophitia, a character named Patroklos. Namco is promising improved visuals and a new fighting system that is “lighter, sharper, and more elegant.”

When speaking to Eurogamer, Project Soul producer Hisaharu Tago said, “There is quite some change in the gameplay from SCIV. The pace of the game has been improved, and the combos will be easier to perform, and the moves will be easier to pull out.”

No specific release date was mentioned, but fans of the fighting franchise can expect to see SoulCalibur V sometime in 2012.

Source: Silconera, IGN, Eurogamer.

 

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Namco Bandai Press Release

 

NAMCO BANDAI GAMES ANNOUNCES SOULCALIBUR^®V

FOR XBOX 360 AND PLAYSTATION^®3 SYSTEM

 

A New Generation of Fighters Gather for the Latest Installment

of Acclaimed Fighting Game Series

 

SANTA CLARA, Calif., (May 11, 2011) – Leading video game publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., today announced SOULCALIBUR^®V, the newest installment of its multi-million selling weapons-based fighting series for the Xbox 360^® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PlayStation^®3 computer entertainment system.  It delivers exhilarating 3D fighting mechanics, breathtaking visuals, and new characters, as well as expanding the online and character creation modes. SOULCALIBUR V is poised to become the preeminent fighting game experience of 2012. 

 

“The SOULCALIBUR^® series continues to be one of NAMCO BANDAI Games’ most cherished franchises,” said Carlson Choi, vice president of marketing NAMCO BANDAI Games America.  “SOULCALIBUR V will continue to advance the series’ legacy of white-knuckled weapon-based combat, gorgeous graphics and groundbreaking features that will amaze newcomers and long-time fans alike.”

 

Developed by the legendary Project Soul™ team, SOULCALIBUR V picks up 17 years after the events ofSOULCALIBUR^®IV with new heroes and returning warriors clashing in an epic showdown between good and evil. The tale of Patroklos, son of Sophitia Alexandra, unfolds as his family’s destiny intertwines with the Soul swords. With the series’ revolutionary 8-way run, allowing for true 3D movement during matches, a refined battle system, and stunning graphics, SOULCALIBUR V will be the top game of 2012 for anyone looking for a knock-down, drag-out fight. 

 

For more information on SOULCALIBUR V and the SOULCALIBUR series, please visit: http://www.soulcalibur.com

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About NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.

NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., part of NAMCO BANDAI Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive content — including all major video game consoles, iOS, mobile and online.  The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN®, Tekken®, SOULCALIBUR®, NARUTO™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, Dragon Ball®, GALAGA®, RIDGE RACER® and ACE COMBAT®.  More information about the company and its products can be found at www.namcobandaigames.com or www.facebook.com/namco.

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Press Release © 2011 NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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