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Valkyrie Chronicles Remastered Rolls Out This Week For Both US and EU!


VALKYRIA CHRONICLES REMASTERED
PlayStation 4 [Turn Based Tactical RPG] Release: May 17th, 2016
US: Pre-order Valkyria Chronicles Remastered to receive a metal Squad 7 Armored Case! 
*While supplies last. 


EU: Valkyria Chronicles Remastered (Europa Edition) includes:
  • Valkyria Chronicles Remastered game
  • Manual
  • Double Sided A3 Poster
  • 32-page Artbook 

In 2008, when the original Valkyria Chronicles came out for the PlayStation 3, people could not believe the step that SEGA had taken with the way it was all presented; with the CANVAS engine, soft palettes and subtle tones came to life where everything seemed sketched with pencil - it was a moment where anime and gaming really meshed into a project of impressive scale. 

Not to be outdone with just graphics, Valkyria Chronicles had both the story and the gameplay to take this story book experience to another level, and with the recent announcement of the remastered version, seeing these elements enhanced and back at play is something that all gamers can look forward to.

Set in an alternate Europe around the 1930s, the region has been split into two factions, the East European Empire Union and the Atlantic Ocean Federal Organization, and for years and years, these two superpowers have been seeking to unify Europe through a large scale war. It is often in times of chaos where Heroes emerge, and in a small, neutral country, such a young man comes forward to join the fight. 

For those new to the series, gameplay is just as deep as it is accessible; players will move their squad to tactical locations with line of sight indicators to reach the best positions on the battlefield, with factors such as class of soldier, terrain, height, and distance taken into consideration. There are so many varied missions and objectives, that each approach will be different, especially when incorporating the fact that tank warfare is also an important aspect of battle.

In between battles, Valkyria Chronicles presents the story literally page by page; cutscenes presented in full animation with voice acting over a storybook background that detail an epic about love, hardship, camaraderie and bravery, all in the face of war and it's horrors.

Based on the original, Valkyria Chonricles Remastered will be immensely satisfying to play, and new additions welcome veterans to once again follow Squad 7 into the foray with enhanced visuals (as if it could look any better...) There are 3 new episodes and a new Hard-EX mode for master tacticians!
Valkyria Chronicles Remastered (PlayStation 4™, US)  US$ 29.99 pre
Valkyria Chronicles Remastered [Europa Edition] (PlayStation 4™, EUR)  US$ 39.99 pre


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Don't Turn Off The Lights! Evil Remilia Scarlet From Touhou Project!


TOUHOU PROJECT: REMILIA SCARLET KOUMAJOU DENSETSU VER.
Manufacturer: Ques Q | Release: October 2016

From the fan-made Touhou Project game Koumajou Densetsu created by Frontier Aja comes a 1/8th scale pre-painted figure of the popular Remilia Scarlet scheduled for release in October 2016!

Although Remilia is often depicted in her artwork as a cute and sweet character, sometimes we forget the fact that the owner of Scarlet Devil Mansion is a vampire. Her malicious nature comes to fruit in the fan-made Castlevania style game Koumajou Densetsu: Scarlet Symphony. Standing at 24cm tall, toy manufacturer Ques Q made sure to put in extra details to make sure Remilia looks ready to shed blood!

That look on her face is seriously not to be messed with. We have no idea what has been done to Remilia for her to be able to achieve that evil look in her eyes. Perhaps Reimu gave her a bad apple? We'll never find out. We do know that this figure is a masterpiece and gorgeous to the point that all Touhou Project fans should put it into their collection!
Touhou Project 1/8 Scale Pre-Painted Figure: Remilia Scarlet Koumajou Densetsu Ver. (JPN)  US$ 199.99 pre


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Three sets of Splatoon themed playing cards now available to order!



SPLATOON PLAYING CARDS (STANDARD, COORDINATE, WEAPON)
Splatoon Playing Cards 01 (Standard) (JPN)  US$ 9.99 pre
Splatoon Playing Cards 02 (Coordinate) (JPN)  US$ 9.99 pre
Splatoon Playing Cards 03 (Weapon) (JPN)  US$ 9.99 pre


Nintendo have announced the release of three sets of officially liscened playing cards themed after their latest major sucess Splatoon. The three designs are "Standard," "Coordinate," and "Weapon" - each with different art on the card backs and faces sticking to their respective in-game themes.
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ENGLISH RELEASE — August 5th: Super Robot Wars OG: The Moon Dwellers (PS4)!



SUPER ROBOT WARS OG: THE MOON DWELLERS (ENGLISH)
PlayStation®4 [Simulation RPG] | RELEASE: AUGUST 5, 2016

Super Robot Wars OG: The Moon Dwellers (English) (PlayStation 4™, ASIA)  US$ 69.99 pre

 
2016 marks the Super Robot Wars series' 25th Anniversary, and it is clear that Bandai Namco are celebrating with the ultimate present for import fans — an English version for the PS4 releasing August 5th, 2016!

As the first Super Robot Wars title to make its way to the PS4 the game promises battle scenes and animations with beautiful graphics, as well as the series' highest sense of immersion yet. And if the development team are to be believed the special moves and new mecha should be a spectacular site to see!

The strategy battle game where players can put together teams of two robots will now allow players to choose from two story paths as well — one that follows Touya (easier) and the other with Calvina (from Super Robot Wars J). Super Robot Wars OG: The Moon Dwellers has also introduced the option to start in 'Beginner Mode' with a 'Guidance Scenario' system that makes it easier for newcomers to the series to enjoy the game fully, as more funds and upgrade parts will be made available to them.

For those who've never played an SRW title, think of Fire Emblem but with all your favorite Mechas from famous licensed series duking it out on a tactical grid; the best part are the over the top special moves and just having a massive crossover take place! If you like officially sanctioned fan fiction, then this is it! #HYPE
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Brrr... Saber Alter Figure With An Ice Cold Gaze!


FATE/GRAND ORDER: SABER / ARTURIA PENDRAGON ALTER DRESS VER.
Manufacturer: Alter | Release: November 2016

From the original illustration by Takashi Takeuchi comes a 1/7th scale figure of Saber dressed in the "Saber Alter 2nd Ver." dress. Made by the popular toy manufacturer Alter, Saber stands at 23cm tall and is scheduled to release in November 2016.

Saber (or should I say King Arthur) from TYPE-MOON's Fate series is one of the most well known and beloved character of all time in Japanese anime. Filled with tremendous amount of power and emotions, she never fails to make fans worldwide admire over her strong character. However, she is not perfect. When she is corrupted by Angra Mainyu, she is very different than her usual self and is known as Saber Alter!

Alter made sure to preserve every detail of Saber Alter in her Stage 3 battle sprit in Fate/Grand Order. Although beautiful, her cold gaze looks as if she could make hell freeze over in a matter of seconds! The complex sculpting on her outfit itself proves how much work was put into remaking every layer in her dress into reality. When posed with her sword, you might as well start running away as it looks like it could seriously impact some heavy damage!

This figure is truly a collection piece for any Fate series fan. Take her into battle with you and you can be sure that even the strongest evils will not dare to your adventures!
Fate/Grand Order 1/7 Scale Pre-Painted Figure: Saber / Arturia Pendragon Alter Dress Ver. (JPN)  US$ 152.99 pre


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Play-Asia.com Customer Update - Currency Options!

UPDATE - FRIDAY 13th, 2016

We've gotten a lot of positive feedback since we incorporated the new currency options into our website; this being said, there's been a lot of internal discussion inspired by your comments and we've decided to relaunch this program again at a later date. It will be soon, so in the meantime, thank you for bearing with us as we move forward.


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Collect all 12 real Dragon Quest Treasure Coins with this full set!



DRAGON QUEST TREASURE COINS COLLECTION (SET OF 12 PIECES)
Dragon Quest Treasure Coin Collections (Set of 12 Pieces) (JPN)  US$ 32.99 pre


You're rich in game but now it is time to start building your RL fortune today with this set of 12 unique Dragon Quest themed coins from Square Enix! The full set includes 4 "gold" pieces and 8 "silver," with each themed-coin made of zinc alloy and measuring in at 34cm across. Featuring detailed creatures and characters from the Dragon Quest series we suggest locking these away in your vault before another fan snatches them up!
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Better put on your brown pants, because it's the release date of Deadpool on Hong Kong DVD and Blu-ray!

Better put on your brown pants, because it's the release date of Deadpool on Hong Kong DVD and Blu-ray! Sadly, the 4K Blu-ray release has been postponed to May, 19th.



DEADPOOL

What is there to say about the most successful R-rated movie of all time that hasn't been said before? That Deadpool himself participated in his own Honest Trailer-spoof for example. A parody of a parody? Sure, why not. A special Australia Day message from Deadpool himself? Ripper! How Deadpool spent Halloween? Nice! A testicular cancer awareness ad? Or the breast cancer equivalent? An Empire magazine commercial with butt-jokes? A Deadpool review by "Golden Girls" Betty White? Deadpool saving a cat?

Say what you want, but that was and still is one of the best marketing campaigns for what turned out to be the surprise hit of the year (so far)!
The HK 4K Blu-ray will be available on May 19th. 
 
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Deadpool (IIB Version) (HK) US$ 19.99
Deadpool (HK) US$ 27.99
Deadpool [Steelbook Edition] (HK) US$ 32.99
Deadpool [4K UHD Blu-ray + Blu-ray] (HK) US$ 36.99

Deadpool [4K UHD Blu-ray + Blu-ray + Digital HD] (US) US$ 38.99
Deadpool [Blu-ray+DVD+Digital HD+UltraViolet] (US) US$ 38.99

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An Arcade Machine For Your Figures!


1/12 ASTRO CITY ARCADE GAME MACHINE [SEGA TITLES]
Manufacturer: Wave | Release: July 2016

You have probably seen alot of posing props for figures such as train compartment, houses, and even toilets! Video gamers have dreamt for the day that their figures can play the retro style arcade games for so long, and finally that day is soon to come. Our favorite figurines can now pose to the 1/12th scale Astro City Arcade Game Machine!

Toy manufacturer Wave have previously released a few props into their Memorial Game Collection series, but this is the first time they included one of the old retro models of the arcade machines. If you have a few of these Astro City machines, you can even park them together to create a line just like you would see at a game arcade! It comes with three sets of screen card and plates from SEGA titles such as Virtua Fighter, Fighting Vipers, and Die Hard Arcade.

The figmas from Virtua Fighter displayed in the picture are sold separately.

The Astro City Arcade Machine is scheduled for release in July 2016. We just cannot wait for them to arrive at the Play-Asia.com office so our toys in the warehouse have something to do while they wait for a home!
Memorial Game Collection 1/12 Scale Plastic Model Kit: Astro City Arcade Machine Sega Titles (JPN)  US$ 29.99 pre


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Reco Love: Gold Beach & Blue Ocean introduces video alongside photography gameplay!



RECO LOVE BLUE OCEAN / GOLD BEACH
Reco Love Gold Beach (PlayStation Vita, JPN)  US$ 64.99 pre
Reco Love Blue Ocean (PlayStation Vita, JPN)  US$ 64.99 pre


Kadokawa Games and Dingo have announced two new love simulators for the PlayStation Vita produced by Ichiro Sugiyama (Photo Kano): Reco Love: Blue Ocean & Reco Love: Gold Beach. Both versions of the new game share the same characters and setting, but the story developments and events with heroines will differ.

Although all the characters appear in both games, between Blue Ocean and Gold Beach, almost everything is different, from the story to the free event scenarios and "Reco Session" poses. Both games are fully voiced, and between them both there are a total of 40,000+ voice files!

The player-controlled protagonist of the Reco Love is a second-year high school student who attends Mitsumi Academy, a school that consists of every grade from elementary to high school. While attending a two month long summer vacation at "Mitsumi Camp," he will develop relationships with the various heroines, ultimately resulting in the goal of confessing his love at the Mitsumi Festival on the final day of camp.

In addition to the  photography theme found in the likes of Photo Kano, the title will also be expanding towards an overall "video" theme for the love simulator. Through the title's newly developed "Reco Session" feature, players will be able to shoot a short video of the girls. Reco Love makes use the PS Vita's motion sensors, treating the handheld like it's a digital video camera itself.

The videos players record can not only be stored within the game's albums, but they can also be converted and saved as MP4 files for easy sharing. Since a single video can be recorded for 30 seconds, it seems the design is to promote sharing on social media platforms like Twitter, YouTube, or Niconico.
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Electronics - WEEKLY OFFER: Apple iPhone SE

This time we offer the brand new and rare iPhone SE from Apple! Don't miss this offer and check out more below!
Find the previous list of recent offers: HERE

Apple iPhone SE 16GB (Gold) (US) US$ 499.99
Apple iPhone SE 16GB (Rose Gold) (US) US$ 499.99
Apple iPhone SE 16GB (Silver) (US) US$ 499.99
Apple iPhone SE 16GB (Space Gray) (US) US$ 459.99


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amiibo Hunter: Splatoon amiibo will be available in Japan this July!



amiibo Splatoon Series Figures | RELEASE: JULY 07, 2016
amiibo Splatoon Series Figure (Aori) (JPN)  US$ 19.99 pre
amiibo Splatoon Series Figure (Hotaru) (JPN)  US$ 19.99 pre
amiibo Splatoon Series Figure (Girl Lime Green) (JPN)  US$ 19.99 pre
amiibo Splatoon Series Figure (Boy Purple) (JPN)  US$ 19.99 pre
amiibo Splatoon Series Figure (Ika Orange) (JPN)  US$ 19.99 pre

The Japanese Splatoon amiibo are releasing on July 07 and are open to pre-order NOW! All amiibo will stay online until our confirmed stock quantities have been allocated. All listed amiibo will be priced at 19.99 USD, with no current maximum amount per order or customer.

If you are in need of assistance regarding your amiibo order (combining orders, payment issues, etc.) please contact CS@Play-Asia.com for a fast response. To keep up to date with all future amiibo updates or ask us a question please follow us on Facebook & Twitter.
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X-tra! X-tra! Get ready for X-Men: Apocalypse with our special X-Men-offers!

Repent, sinner! For the Apocalypse is nigh! Well, at least in cinemas when X-Men: Apocalypse opens on May 19th.  Get yourself hyped up for the event with our special offers. 


The series' veteran director Bryan Singer hit the reset button on the continuity with X-Men: Days of Future Past and now all possibilities are open again (looking at you, Jean Grey). In the newest episode of the franchise, we see a re-introduction of Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, Nightcrawler, Jubilee, Psylocke and Angel who fight either for or against Apocalypse, an immortal mutant from ancient Egypt who basically has the powers of a god.

And to get you into the mood, here are some of the nicest editions of the franchise's predecessors that we could get, starting with the X-Men 1 to First Class Steelbook editions:
X-Men [Steelbook Edition] (HK) US$ 26.99 24h
X-Men 2 [Steelbook Edition] (HK) US$ 26.99 24h
X-Men 3: The Last Stand [Steelbook Edition] (HK) US$ 26.99 24h
X-Men: First Class [Steelbook Edition] (HK) US$ 21.99 48h


Add to that our different versions of Days of Future Past:


X-Men: Days of Future Past 3D (Ultimate Edition) (US) US$ 24.99 24h
X-men: Days of Future Past [3D+2D+Comic Book] (HK) US$ 34.99 48h
X-Men: Days of Future Past - The Rogue Cut (HK) US$ 18.99 24h
X-Men: Days of Future Past [4K UHD Blu-ray] (US) US$ 32.99 1w


Not to forget Wolverine's solo-adventures:


The Wolverine [3D+2D 3Blu-ray] (HK) US$ 21.99 48h
The Wolverine (HK) US$ 8.99 48h
Wolverine 2-Pack Boxset 2D (HK) US$ 24.99 48h
Wolverine 2-Pack Boxset 2D (HK) US$ 14.99 48h

X-Men Origins: Wolverine [2-Disc Limited Iron Pack Edition] (HK) US$ 9.99 48h

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And if that is too much choice for you and you're looking for something to make your friend jealous, check out the 7 Blu-rays plus DVD X-Men: The Adamantium Collection:


X-Men: The Adamantium Collection [7BD+DVD] (HK) US$ 136.99 48h


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Collector's Club: Hand Made 1/4 Captain America Power Charger Statue!


CAPTAIN AMERICAN CIVIL WAR 1/4 WIRELESS POWER CHARGER STATUE
Manufacturer: High Fly Studio, King Arts | Release: Q3-Q4 2016

With epic movies always come epic merchandises, but how far can epicness go? Toy manufacturer High Fly Studio have teamed up with the famous realistic movie prop manufacturer King Arts to bring this astonishing 1/4th scale statue of Civil War Captain America with the power to charge your mobile phone!

Standing at 51cm, this piece is worthy enough to belong inside the Captain America Exhibit! From head to toe, every part, every detail, every touch of Captain America is carefully sculpted and painted by hand. Yes, you heard that right, each statue is completely hand made and will not ever be touched by machines! Due to this fact, each statue will differ slightly.

If that's not overwhelming enough, the statue could also be used as a phone holder that charges your phone including but not limited to wireless charging. Here are the technical specifications:

​Able to be Charging 3 smartphones at the same time
USB Port: 1
iPhone 8 Pin Charging: I5 or Above (Lightning connector)
Wireless Charging: S6 or Above

Signal: 5V / DC
Max Voltage: 5V +/- 0.25V
Max Current: 1A

But with many great things, only words and pictures doesn't provide enough justice. Thankfully, a YouTuber has uploaded a detailed 360 degree rotation video of the prototype of the Captain America statue for everyone to feast their eyes upon!

Each statue is made per order received, so don't wait around and let this fly away! 
Captain America Civil War 1/4 Wireless Power Charger Statue (JPN)  US$ 384.99 pre


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Ho-ho-horror on Christmas? The Krampus makes it possible with his Hong Kong Blu-ray and DVD release on May 17th.

He's making a list and checking it twice, gonna find out who's naughty or nice, der Krampus is coming to HK DVD and Blu-ray! Pre-orders for May 17th.



KRAMPUS

Directed by Michael Dougherty with 1984's Gremlins as the obvious inspiration, Krampus is a nostalgic throwback to 80s comedy-horror. And a quite successful one too, making around three times its budget at the box office and turning it into a surprise hit.

Part of that appeal is the movie's reliance on mostly practical effects for its creatures, which make them genuinely creepy. Combine that with the 80's paranoia-theme of home invasion, spice it up with a little German folklore (always creepy!) and you got yourself a gleeful Christmas carnage!
Krampus (HK)  US$ 15.99 pre
Krampus (HK)  US$ 25.99 pre
Krampus [Blu-ray+DVD+Digital HD] (US)  US$ 29.99 5-15d

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WEEKLY TOY RELEASES: May 8th - May 14th



MAIN HIGHLIGHT: CAPTAIN AMERICA THE WINTER SOLDIER: NICK FURY

The maestro of the Avengers Initiatve and the bearer of the S.H.I.E.L.D: Nick Fury is reporting for duty - Hot Toys style! A crucial character in the Marvel Cinematic Saga, this intensely accurate collectible figure of Nick Fury based on the likeness of everyone's favorite internal voice Samuel L. Jackson is so incredibly life-like and detailed - it's as if was crafted through the power of one of the Infinity Stones!

A 1/6th figure standing at 30 cm tall with 30 points of articulation, this collectible retains the look and feel of Nick Fury's Captain America: The Winter Soldier rainment, and features a newly developed individually painted head sculpt where even his injured left eye is hidden under a removable eyepatch. There's also multiple hands for poses, as well as a full set of gear, from his personalized smartphone to the tiny portable data storage device (as seen in the films)

A perfect collectible for both Marvel Fans and discerning collectors, build up your Hot Toys collection now!
Captain America The Winter Soldier: Nick Fury (ASIA)  US$ 217.99 24h


 
Persona 4 -The Ultimate in Mayonaka Arena-: Parfom Labrys (JPN) US$ 52.99 24h
Black Bullet 1/8 Scale Pre-Painted Figure: Aihara Enju (JPN) US$ 99.99 24h
The Testament of Sister New Devil 1/8 Scale Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Nonaka Yuki (JPN) US$ 99.99 24h
Halo 5 Guardians Play Arts Kai: Master Chief (JPN) US$ 124.99 24h

Pokemon Mokomoko Plush: Charmander (JPN) US$ 26.99 24h
Pokemon Face Pass Case: Magikarp (JPN) US$ 19.99 24h
Pokemon Mokomoko Plush: Bulbasaur (JPN) US$ 26.99 24h
Pokemon Mokomoko Plush: Squirtle (JPN) US$ 26.99 24h

Sengoku Majin Goshogun Diecut Model: Goshogun New Ver. (JPN) US$ 159.99 24h
Beach Queens Evangelion 1/10 Scale Pre-Painted Figure: Soryu Asuka Langley Comic Ver. (JPN) US$ 54.99 24h
The Hobbit An Unexpected Journey Static Arts Mini Figure: Mini Gollum (JPN) US$ 47.99 24h
Splatoon Super BIG Kabe Deco Wall Sticker: Girl (JPN) US$ 19.99 24h

Ro-Kyu-Bu! SS 1/7 Scale Pre-Painted Figure: Kashii Airi -Black Rabbit Ver.- (JPN) US$ 84.99 24h
Futsuu no Joshikousei ga Locodol Yattemita: Yui Mikoze (JPN) US$ 129.99 24h
Osomatsu-san Deka Keychain: Choromatsu Parkas Ver. (JPN) US$ 12.99 24h


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WEEKLY SPECIAL: Tales of Heart R, Star Wars Battlefront, Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart & MORE!

The Weekly Special: where every week we slash the prices on 8 video game titles so we all can play without all that pay!

Weekly Special Competition!


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