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XSEED GAMES SHIPS WILD ARMS 4 TO RETAILERS TODAY
Journey Through the World of Filgaia With Plenty of Action Elements
And Strategic HEX Battle System
Torrance, Calif., (Jan. 10, 2006) --- Brand new video game publisher XSEED Games announced today that WILD ARMS 4 has shipped to retailers across North America. Exclusively for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system and developed by Japanese developer Media. Vision Entertainment Inc., WILD ARMS 4 is the newest chapter in the popular role-playing game series which has shipped over 2.5 million copies worldwide. Featuring a new cast of characters, an original storyline, and a new strategic battle system, it appeals to new players of the series while fans will instantly recognize the mainstays of the WILD ARMS world of Filgaia. WILD ARMS 4 follows the journey of four teenagers as they reshape the future of Filgaia.
The Story
Jude Maverick has grown up in an isolated town called Ciel, which is completely enclosed in a large sphere floating thousands of feet above the surface of Filgaia. His sheltered world changes forever when he sees the sky tear and ships entering his homeland. Upon inspecting the camp site set up by the intruders, he sees something that he has never seen before; a girl. The girls name is Yulie and she is being held captive by the intruders after being captured by a Drifter for hire, Arnaud G. Vasquez. After the invading army attacks Ciel and brings the whole sphere crashing down, Jude, Yulie and Arnaud join forces to find out the armys true intention behind Yulies abduction. With the help of another Drifter, Raquel, these four idealistic teenagers travel the war-torn land of Filgaia in search of truth, their own identities and their individual paths to adulthood.
Key Features
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Innovative new HEX battle system unlike anything seen before in turn-based RPGs; easily accessible while providing an amazing amount of speed, depth and strategy.
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Action elements on the field map such as double-jumps, using the new "Accelerator" ability to manipulate time, and equipping items to solve puzzles eliminates the boredom of walking around waiting for random battles.
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Inspiring coming-of-age storyline as Jude learns to cope with the harsh realities of the outside world with the help of his newfound friends.
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Events presented in a distinctive use of polygons and shading with voice-overs.
The new approach to WILD ARMS 4, namely the HEX battle system has attracted several editors:
The shiny new battle system is the top standout feature here. Rather than a simple turn-based setup, WILD ARMS 4s combat is a neat mixture of turn-based fighting sprinkled with a bit of strategy-RPG
WILD ARMS 4 combines old-school style with modern-RPG ambiance, making a game that manages to feel comfortable and fresh at the same time.
- NewType USA, January 2006 Game of the Month
The battle system is unlike anything we've seen before, and the action-moves provide a bit of excitement when traveling through the different environments.
- 1up.com
the important part is that its fast-yet-strategic battle system, action-based dungeons and, of all the things to find in an RPG, solid 2D platforming are all quite enjoyable.
- Gaming-age.com
WILD ARMS 4 is available at retailers for a suggested retail price of US$39.99. The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) has rated WILD ARMS4 T for Teen. For more information about the ESRB, please visit http://www.esrb.org. More information on WILD ARMS 4 and downloadable media can be found at http://www.wildarms4.com.
PRIMAs Official Game Guide for WILD ARMS 4 includes tips for using the new action elements like crouching, sliding, double-jumping, and stomping, the brand new Accelerator system for slowing time, puzzle solutions, the HEX battle system and much more. The guide will be available at EB, Gamestop, Gamecrazy, Borders, Amazon.com and Fry's Electronics for a suggested retail price of US$16.99.
XSEED Games
XSEED Games was founded in November 2004 by a small group of talented professionals, all of whom have extensive experience in the video game industry. Led by president Jun Iwasaki, the team launched several multi-million seller titles and many quality Japanese titles in multiple genres across the PlayStation, PlayStation 2 and PC platforms. More information on XSEED Games can be found at http://www.xseedgames.com.
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