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Okamiden trailer is in desperate need of a cheek pinching

by Griffin McElroy { Nov 27th 2009 at 2:00PM }

Is it a good idea to pinch the cheeks of a rabid, killer God-wolf? Most definitely not -- however, after watching the latest trailer for Chibiterasu's handheld babysitting adventure, Okamiden, we don't think we'd be able to help ourselves if ever placed in the lupine protagonist's presence. Forget that. We'd cheek-pinch every single thing in this adorable video: the little kid who accompanies Chibi, the enemies the duo swiftly cut in half, even the barren trees they magically bring back to life.

And trees don't even have cheeks. How crazy is that?

TGS 2009: Hands-on: Okamiden

by JC Fletcher { Sep 25th 2009 at 4:45PM }

I've waited in long lines for two things at TGS: the Level-5 demo session, which has been packed since the first minutes of the show, and Okamiden, which required more standing around than I expected. How can the sequel to a game that is regarded as a sales failure, developed by someone else, be such a massive draw to the TGS crowd? Perhaps the adorable Chibiterasu and Kuninushi statues inside the demo area helped bring people in. Or maybe people are just way into sitting down -- an amenity offered (and required) by both the Level-5 and the Okamiden demo.

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Japanese gamers want Persona 4, Phoenix Wright anime series (and so do we)

by Andrew Yoon { Sep 17th 2009 at 1:00AM }

Japanese gaming pub Dengenki recently polled its readers on what series they'd like to see translated into anime form. The Top 10 list looks nearly exactly the same as our own wishlist:

1. Persona 4
2. Phoenix Wright
3. Okami
4. Kingdom Hearts
5. Idol Master
6. Metal Gear Solid
7. Yakuza
8. BlazBlue
9. Persona 3
10. Atelier Rorona

Atlus' PS2 RPG Persona 4 tops the list, managing to beat out some big names like Kingdom Hearts and Metal Gear Solid. Perhaps the success of Persona: Trinity Soul reminded readers that the franchise works in serialized TV format? While we'd certainly like to see another Persona anime, an adaptation of Phoenix Wright seems like a no-brainer. Capcom, are you reading this?

[Via Andriasang]

Okamiden screens are predictably cute

by JC Fletcher { Sep 11th 2009 at 3:45PM }

At this point, Capcom's Okamiden is succeeding with its two-pronged attack of nice graphics and adorable baby wolves. Looking at these screens, we feel only vestiges of the outrage we once felt about the idea of continuing Clover's work in the developer's absence. Instead, the feeling of wanting to play this game has overtaken us.

These lovely screens show possibly the most sensible reason for putting Okami on the DS: ~~reduced development costs~~ the Celestial Brush. Chibiterasu can use the Brush (which, for you, is the stylus) to rebuild a bridge, restore life to a tree, and, of course, to cut stuff. But really cutely, because everything Chibiterasu does is adorable.

Finally, a real Okamiden trailer

by JC Fletcher { Sep 8th 2009 at 1:30PM }

Following last week's heartbreakingly brief teaser video, Capcom has released a new, more satisfying trailer for Okamiden. Somehow, between last week and today, the company seems to have taken care of the framerate issue that was previously apparent.

The new footage is silky-smooth, looking a lot better than a 3D DS game would seemingly have the right to. It demonstrates that between the Celestial Brushing and the self-contained fighting sequences, the game hasn't changed much in its transition to DS. Which means that this is basically the Okami sequel that we all wanted. Except so much cuter. And, of course, not developed by Clover, which is admittedly troubling.

First Okamiden footage: it's Okami, but smaller

by JC Fletcher { Sep 3rd 2009 at 4:30PM }

As part of a "Tokyo Game Show Click Theater" showing off its TGS lineup, Capcom released a brief teaser for the DS Okami followup, Okamiden. The gameplay footage looks slightly choppy, and the textures are slightly rough, but the game is unmistakably Okami and looks pretty impressive for a DS game. Besides, it's still in an early stage.

We're officially torn now. We don't want to trust an Okami game that doesn't involve Clover Studio, but Chibiterasu is unbelievably cute, and we want to own anything with his/her image on it. The game will be playable at TGS, and attendees will receive a free fan (with Chibiterasu on it, so see above for our opinion of the item).

Okamiden's new protagonist: Chibiterasu the lil' wolf

by JC Fletcher { Sep 1st 2009 at 3:00PM }

1UP has summarized the Famitsu article about Okamiden (which, yes, means it's real). The DS sequel, produced by Ace Attorney Investigations' Motohide Eshiro and directed by Dino Crisis series staffer Kuniomi Matsushita, takes place a few months after the end of Okami, at which point demons return for some reason.

Instead of Amaterasu, the wolf being that comes down to help the village is Chibiterasu, a younger, less all-powerful wolf. Chibiterasu is helped by a partner character, the first of whom to be revealed is Kuninushi, the child of Susano from the first game. Chibiterasu will work with other partner characters throughout the game, each of whom can also be controlled independently.

Rumor: Famitsu scans show DS Okami sequel 'Okamiden'

by JC Fletcher { Sep 1st 2009 at 2:15AM }

Apparent Famitsu magazine scans are out, revealing what would appear to be the promised "Okamiden" game. We can't see the title in this scan, but if an Okami sequel and an unrelated game called Okamiden were revealed at the same time, it would be a pretty weird coincidence.

If this is real, it shows a DS sequel to Clover Studios' beloved PS2 action-adventure game, which captures the original's watercolor style admirably, if a bit blockily. Of course, the DS is even more of a natural for the Okami paintbrush mechanic than the Wii is!

Capcom rewards patient Okami buyers with Amaterasu phone strap

by JC Fletcher { Aug 28th 2009 at 2:15PM }

Someone in Japan has been waiting years for the Wii release of Okami, having let the PS2 release pass in 2006, and then watching the Wii port release everywhere but Japan in 2008. That hypothetical person's patience will be rewarded on October 15, when e-Capcom orders of the Japanese Wii version of Okami will ship with this Amaterasu phone (or DS) strap.

It's totally worth the wait. It beats the "bonus" IGN watermark we got in North America, though the replacement art was certainly nice. In addition to the little porcelain Amaterasu, a limited number of Okami soundtrack discs will be handed out with the game.

[Via Andriasang]

PSA: Go buy Okami for $20 at the Capcom Store

by Richard Mitchell { Mar 31st 2009 at 1:00PM }

It's okay, we can wait. Just head over to the Capcom Store and buy your copy of Okami right now. It's only $20.

What's that? Oh, yes, that price applies to both the PS2 and Wii versions. Seriously, Capcom lowered the price to $20. We know, right? What? You say you haven't even played Okami yet? You'd better hurry up and buy it before someone finds out. It's okay, we won't tell anyone.

Have a brush with Okami for $25

by Chris Greenhough { Dec 17th 2008 at 9:55AM }

More lovely Okami art here.

Here's a bargain you should wolf down with a quickness: GameStop is currently selling Okami for the low, low price of $24.99.

We're a tad late to this one (we are reliably informed it's been at this price for a few days, so you should definitely tell us this in the comments, perhaps adding "lawl old"), but when a game as great as Clover's masterpiece is so cheap, it doesn't harm to remind you again. Also, by providing fifty hours plus of entertainment for under twenty-five bucks, this is the perfect game for a recession!

See also: Ready at Dawn talks Okami with Wii Fanboy

Gallery: Okami

[Via Go Nintendo]

Tatsunoko vs. Capcom: Huge, awesome spoiler

by Chris Greenhough { Dec 2nd 2008 at 7:16PM }

"Huge." "Awesome." Hugesome. That's how we'd define the Tatsunoko vs. Capcom SPOILER that just hit the 'net, so we're taking appropriate action and filing this one after the break.

If you do intend to import the 2D fighter, you're best off NOT clicking the blue text below. If you couldn't care less about spoiling not one but potentially two games for yourself, go forth and click, young warrior, and prepare to go slightly weak at the knees as we unveil Tatsunoko vs. Capcom's final boss ...

Gallery: Tatsunoko VS Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars

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Capcom store holds Black Friday promotion

by David Hinkle { Nov 27th 2008 at 12:00PM }

If you've been holding off on some of Capcom's games, then this weekend is a good opportunity to grab some. The Capcom store will be holding a special promotion starting tomorrow and running through Sunday where you can get 15% off the purchase of two Wii games and 25% off of your purchase of three or more. On top of that, if your order is over $75, then Capcom will ship your order for free.

What's interesting is that apparently pre-orders work here. In their Capcom blog post, they mention that the soon-to-release Neopets Puzzle Adventure qualifies for this, so we're assuming others do as well, including Dead Rising: Chop 'Til You Drop.

Gallery: Dead Rising: Chop 'Til You Drop

Wii Warm Up: Tell us a story

by David Hinkle { Oct 21st 2008 at 8:00AM }

The Wii has been on shelves for close to two years now. That means there are plenty of games to experience on the console. What we want to know is what games do you think have the best story? Did you really enjoy the yarn that Okami spun? Think Super Mario Galaxy had a great story? Which Wii games have had the most memorable plots to you?

Check the mail: Okami covers finally ship

by Justin McElroy { Aug 27th 2008 at 10:30AM }

Just in time for you to have traded the game in three weeks ago, the replacement covers for the Wii version of Okami have finally shipped. If you can cast your minds back to late April, you'll recall when the video game blogging gods tricked Capcom into accidentally hiding the IGN logo on the box art for the game.

Though Capcom made quick work of announcing a fix, the replacement covers haven't been so speedy, but, thankfully, jilted fans should be receiving them any day now.