Valkyria Revolution is also in a sense a revolution from the traditional Valkyria Chronicles universe, as it's set in an alternate timeline based on the European industrialization era and eschews the traditional turn-based strategy gameplay for a new hybrid of real-time combat and tactical strategy across battlefields.

In the wake of a revolution, Jutland's elite soldiers, the Vanargand, must band together to defeat the Ruzi Empire and stop death itself--the Valkyria. This grizzled anti-Valkyria squad is equipped with advanced mana weaponry and has the powerful ability to wield ragnite spells to combat this terrifying threat. The unit is comprised of soldiers who have a high affinity for ragnite, and even Jutland's own Princess Ophelia has joined the ranks. The princess carries the utmost love for her country and has answered the call of duty to liberate those who are suffering from the Ruzi's tyranny. However, Amleth Grønkjær, the commanding officer of Vanargand hides a terrible secret. Is he friend or foe to the country he has sworn to protect?

All it takes is a single spark to start the inferno of war, and in the story of Valkyria Revolution, players will experience that firsthand. Five lifelong friends consumed by personal revenge plunge an entire continent into a terrible war, sacrificing the lives of countless innocents for a cause based on twisted half-truths and outright lies. This "Circle of Five" use their combined influence in their political and military positions to motivate their small, economically blockaded homeland to rise up and become a powerful resistance against its imperialist oppressors. Will the Circle of Five be remembered as heroic liberators, or will their selfish motives expose them as traitorous conspirators who sacrificed untold lives just to carry out a personal vendetta? Players will watch this history unfold in Valkyria Revolution and find out the truth behind the events...

Though it bears the Valkyria name, Valkyria Revolution eschews the original series' traditional turn-based strategy and is a whole new entry with new characters, a new world, and new gameplay mechanics. The static, turn-based battlefield has become an action-oriented stage for devastating melee strikes, lethal ranged attacks, and strategic shifts to turn the tide of battle, all while exploring the incredible continent of Europa.

A couple of weeks ago we released a behind-the-scenes look at the music of Valkyria Revolution with the legendary composer Mitsuda-san. Well, we've got another special video for you today that features Mitsuda-san and the angelic vocalist Sarah Àlainn! Featuring the song "Eternal Rest," Sarah discusses how she channeled her inner reaper in order to create a musical requiem for the casualties of war. This hauntingly beautiful song sounds uplifting at first, but its English and Latin lyrics convey a message of death. War is hell and it's an appropriate theme for the armed conflict between the Kingdom of Jutland and Ruzi Empire.

Watch composer Mitsuda-san and vocalist Sarah Àlainn explain the creative process behind the song "Eternal Rest" in the video below.

We also have a whole bunch of DLC on the horizon that will not only give aspiring soldiers extra supplies for the good fight, but also a closer look at the key players at the center of Valkyria Revolution. From special ragnite that can be unleashed in battle to Scenario video vignettes that flesh out important characters, these add-ons cannot be missed. Oh, did we mention it's all free? Because it is. Check out the DLC information below!

Items	Release Date	Description
Special Issue Gear: Veteran Pouch+	6/27/2017	Special issue supplies for the Anti-Valkyria Squad. The Veteran Pouch+ gear increases experience gained by 10%
Spinning Squall+	6/27/2017	Special ragnite used in battle
Burn Field+	6/27/2017	Special ragnite used in battle
Ragnite Shard	6/27/2017	30 ragnite shards
Smash Blaze+	6/27/2017	Special ragnite used in battle

Valkyria Revolution Scenario Pack: Vanargand	Release Date	Description
A Day in the Life of the Wolves	6/27/2017	A tale that covers daily life at Vanargand HQ, as reported by the journalist Fritte Eriksen
Lamentations of Men	6/27/2017	A tale of the tormented men of Vanargand
Ragnite Shard	6/27/2017	30 ragnite shards
Jumping Wind+	6/27/2017	Special ragnite used in battle

Valkyria Revolution Scenario Pack: The Circle of Five	Release Date	Description
Can't Stop Falling in Love	7/5/2017	A tale that takes a closer look at the daily lives of Amleth and the Traitors
The Traitors' Daily Lives	7/5/2017	A tale that takes a closer look at the bonds between Amleth and the Traitors
As Luck Would Have It	7/5/2017	The tale behind the Traitors' rule "head or tails-no hard feelings"
The Orphans' Dreams	7/5/2017	The true tale behind the Circle of Five's younger days, recounting the youthful dreams of Amleth and his friends
Ragnite Shard	7/5/2017	30 ragnite shards
Rush Bolt+	7/5/2017	Special ragnite used in battle

Valkyria Revolution Scenario Pack: The Princess and the Valkyria	Release Date	Description
Hunger Pangs and Royal Pains	7/11/2017	A tale of terror about the hunger that assaulted Ophelia on a peaceful day
The Soloist of the Battlefield	7/11/2017	A tale of the crimson-eyed Valkyria and the inner conflict she faces
Study of Flowers	7/11/2017	A tale that uncovers the mystery behind Princess Ophelia's deadly grace on the battlefield
Ragnite Shard	7/11/2017	30 ragnite shards
Ring Squall+	7/11/2017	Special ragnite used in battle

Valkyria Revolution Scenario Pack: Maxim and Remembrance	Release Date	Description
Name of the Augmented Warrior	7/18/2017	The tale of how a fallen prince was reborn as Grand General Maxim of the Ruzi Empire.  After viewing the Scenario, Maxim will be usable as a squad member.
Standing Before a Dying Wish	7/18/2017	The tale of Captain Amleth and his relationship with Vanargand's executive officers, Godot and Miranda Vilfort
The Road to That House	7/18/2017	The tale of the Anti-Valkyria Squad's true feelings for Hans, boy soldier and Vanargand's most trusted runner
Ragnite Shards	7/18/2017	30 ragnite shards
Gravity 10+	7/18/2017	Special ragnite used in battle

One more thing! PS4 and PS Vita owners can now download a free theme to unabashedly show their loyalty to the Kingdom of Jutland. Check out some screenshots below!

Key Features:

• A Brush with Death - Turning the tide of battle in Valkyria Revolution is Brunhilde, one of the last of the ancient and powerful Valkyrur, magical beings with near limitless power. She's bound by oath to the enemy forces and players will have to figure out how to defeat her.
• Prepare for LeGION - Valkyria Revolution has a brand new battle system that mixes real-time combat and tactical strategy. Players can take control of the battlefield using brazen combos or cunning tactics and finding a balance between them is the key to excelling in skirmishes.
• The Ingenuity of War - Through adversity comes great engineering, and with a besieged homeland, players will have upgrade their existing weapons through branching customization paths.
• A New Painterly Look - Valkyria Revolution has a refined look thanks to the new Gouache rendering engine, giving the graphics a unique canvas texture.
• Classic Composer - Valkyria Revolution has a vibrant soundtrack brought to life by the incredibly talented composer Yasunori Mitsuda (Chrono Trigger, Stella Glow)

Valkyria Revolution will be released on the PS4, Vita (digital only), and Xbox One for $39.99 (with commensurate European pricing).