In addition to the previously announced Star Ocean: Second Evolution for the PSP (PlayStationPortable) system and Star Ocean: The Last Hope for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Square Enix revealed that both the remade classic, Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride, and the latest entry in the Valkyrie Profile series, Valkyrie Profile: Covenant of the Plume, will be primed and ready for NDS owners come 2009.
The countdown begins today for the first offerings of an exciting new year!
Star Ocean: Second Evolution (PSP)
Following the exploits of humankind's journey across the stars, the Star Ocean saga comes to life in the completely remastered Star Ocean: Second Evolution, exclusively for the PSP system. Now with a revised game engine, an improved battle system and fully voiced, all-new animated scenes displayed in 16:9 widescreen, players can experience their journey through the rich Star Ocean universe like never before.
Developed by Square Enix, Star Ocean: Second Evolution, rated T for Teen, is scheduled for January 6, 2009.
Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride (NDS)
Never before released in North America, this entry in the Zenithia Trilogy follows a journey that transcends three generations. Travel alongside your father on his quest to see the world, grow to set forth on a journey of your own and face life-altering decisions as you continue your family's legacy. Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride makes its way to Nintendo DS on February 17, 2009.
Developed by ArtePiazza, Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride, rated E10+, is scheduled for February 17, 2009.
Star Ocean: The Last Hope (X360)
Star Ocean: The Last Hope is the latest entry in the futuristic Star Ocean series of RPGs. Science fiction and fantasy meld in this long-awaited continuation of the celebrated franchise from developer tri-Ace Inc.
Developed by tri-Ace Inc., Star Ocean: The Last Hope is scheduled for March 3, 2009.
Valkyrie Profile: Covenant of the Plume (NDS)
Destiny by sinner sought. Tragedy by power wrought. The origins of a cult classic are revealed in Valkyrie Profile: Covenant of the Plume, the third entry in the critically acclaimed Valkyrie Profile series. Development studio tri-Ace returns to craft a gameplay experience that boasts a captivating storyline with ties to Norse mythology and a familiar yet refreshing battle system enhanced with deeper strategic elements.
Developed by tri-Ace Inc., Valkyrie Profile: Covenant of the Plume is scheduled for March 17, 2009.