• famicom

    The Crappy $10,000 Famicom Game

    A Famicom cartridge of Kinnikuman Muscle Tag Match: Championship Commemorative Gold Edition has sold for US$10,023 in an online auction. More »
  • bandai namco

    What Sells More, Dragon Ball Or Soul Calibur?

    'Tis the season for financial results. In keeping with the trend, Bandai Namco released theirs tonight, and amidst all the bean-counting, also revealed some sales figures for their tentpole franchises. More »
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    Comment by AncientUnknown1: With so many copies of SC4 sold can we expect some substantive DLC that adds a deep single-player experience? 13 Responses | Other threads

  • pac-man

    Be A Ghost In Multiplayer Mobile Pac-Man

    Namco Bandai continue to shake the last few power pills from Pac-Man's pockets, but the new mobile version of the venerable franchise does come with a cool new feature - multiplayer. More »
    12/08/08
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    Comment by olanmills: This is just a port of Pac-Man Vs which was released for the GameCube in 2003. 9 Responses | Other threads

  • only in japan

    Forgotten Worlds, Shining Force Gear Trademarks Appear

    Here's a big list of recent Japanese trademark applications from Square Enix, Sega, Capcom, AQ Interactive and Bandai. Capcom's registering (or we guess, re-registering) Forgotten Worlds should make many quite happy along with SEGA's Shining Force Gear and Namco Bandai's Solvalou. Hit the jump for the full list of trademarks. More »
    10/15/08
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    Comment by wonderfoo: I would have localized "ファミリービーチ" as "Wha? Milly Bitch!" 1 Responses | Other threads

  • famitsu

    Gundam Musou Is Back For More Gundam Musou

    That Koei/Bandai marketing wet dream Gundam Musou (think Dynasty Warriors with Gundam) is back. Gundam Musou 2 has been announced for PS3, PS2 and Xbox 360. The game will be out December 4th in Japan and will feature new mechas, like mobile armors, on the roser — Char's Counterattack is getting added as well! More »
    08/27/08
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    Comment by Inferno-X: I never, ever thought I would see a sequel to this game. It's very niche and I'm sure it couldn't... 2 Responses | Other threads

  • art

    The $600,000 Gundam Painting

    At a Christie's auction in Hong Kong, Japanese artist Tenmyouya Hisashi 's traditional-meets-modern Gundam painting "RX-78-2 Kabuki-mono 2005 Version" went for HK$4.8 million (approx. US$600,000). Says Hisashi about his work: More »
    05/26/08
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    Comment by Polite Society - Finally busting! It feels good!: What's that coming out of the gundam's pants?! Oh god, it's got teeth!! :( more » | Other threads

  • otaku

    Gundam Looks Nice In A Pink Plastic Dress

    Needs more pink! Some Japanese lady thought a MG Gyan Gundam figure wasn't girly enough, so she was "inspired" to give it a more "feminine air." The customized model has been covered with faux jewels, and the plastic surface has been treated and lacquered. The attention to detail is astounding (like on the dress, for example), sure, we're just enthralled with GLOWING SWORD. More »
    05/08/08
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    Comment by Byakko: It's so gay...yet so phallic! more » | Other threads

  • upgrades

    Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection Online Gets Free Update

    Those who are still enjoying Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection Online will be happy to hear that Namco Bandai has released a free update to the game (a point of clarification, I assume, because they've historically charged for online capabilities). The update brings Pickup Match Mode, allowing players to skip the waiting room and jump straight into continuous matches. Other than that, there are some minor interface and matchmaking optimizations along with a few bug fixes (that you can read about after the jump). Oh, and there's rumble support now...the metaphorical fat kid of the software patch world. "Wait for me guys!! I'm almost there and it's gonna be so much fun!" More »
  • figurines

    Bandai Makes Lucky Star Fugly

    Ack! POM-POM HANDS!! Here's a toy figurine of Tsukasa Hiiragi from Lucky Star. It's made by Bandai, better known for its Gundam modeling. At ¥850 (US $8.45), it's certainly not an upper end figure as clearly even by its overall freakish appearance. We're sure it has a good personality, though. More »
    03/13/08
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    Comment by KraZe: @fuchikoma: I've been having the same issue. And this is what happens when you try to compete with Revoltech on a... more » | Other threads

  • contest

    Contest Prizes All Around!

    Chin up, contest losers! Bandai has decided to console all the contest finalists with prizes. That means that every finalist not only gets internet fame, but also a freebie. Don't expect this for future contests! Here's how it will work: All finalists will get a copy of Culdcept Saga. The top six finalists will get a signed poster (Sorry, no unsigned ones). The top finalists will get the signed posters and the signed CD. But since, we're really mean, you'll need to jump through an extra hoop to get your stuff. So, here's how you claim your loot: Count up ALL the votes for each finalist and send them to kotakucontestATkotaku.com. Don't forget to include your name and address and which finalist you are. Failure to do this by midnight tomorrow night will result in ME getting your FREE STUFF. Congrats everyone, hugs!
    01/29/08
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    Comment by MelodyKitn: @mistahjgm: I tried the same, user over quota Daemon visit again. Hopefully the gmail one will pull through. Flaming hoops... more » | Other threads

  • contest

    Finalists Too Good, Contest Tie

    What. A. Contest. Talk about some incredible finalists for out Culdcept Saga sign contest. The voting was so close — too close, actually! We don't do this often (so don't ask in the future!), but it really is too close to call the winner. There are only a few votes that separate Finalist #1 and Finalist #5. Asking for a Kotaku Editor vote didn't help much either! So, tell you what Finalist #1 and Finalist #5, send me your address to kotakucontestATgmail.com, and we'll try to either A). Divvy up the prizes or B). Get more prizes from Bandai. More »
    01/28/08
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    Comment by otakupaul: congratulations guys (or gals) nice work more » | Other threads

  • contest

    Pick The Best Sign

    Voting time! We've picked ten finalists for you, Kotakuland, to select from. Now, that means voting for ONE finalist, not two or three, but ONE. Put the finalist's number in order for your vote to count. Also, dip into little Mr. Critic territory and we'll ban your ass. M'kay? The winner will get Culdcept Saga stuff that includes the Xbox 360 game, a poster signed by the game's producer Kohei Takeshige and the soundtrack signed by Takeshige and composer Kenji Ito (who worked on some big Square games in the 90's and is now part of the Super Smash Bros. Brawl composer superteam). Much love and respect to all who entered. As always, the quality of entries impressed the crap outta us. (And we're super jaded!) Voting ends tonight at midnight Mountain Time. Okay, onto the finalists and their INTERNET FAME: More »
    01/25/08
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    Comment by balta: the entries are genius! but #5 gets my vote im biased to ICO haha more » | Other threads

  • contest

    Make Sign, Win Signatures (Portal Entry)

    We're giving away Culdcept Saga stuff that includes the Xbox 360 game, a poster signed by the game's producer Kohei Takeshige and the soundtrack signed by Takeshige and composer Kenji Ito (who worked on some big Square games in the 90's and is now part of the Super Smash Bros. Brawl composer superteam). Reader GcRayden sends this: More »
    01/21/08
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    Comment by d1sCo_d3aTh: DANGIT! I was so going to do that...you beat me to the punch! oh well I gots a new idea now,... more » | Other threads

  • contest

    Make a Sign, Win Autographs (Mongoose Entry)

    We're giving away Culdcept Saga stuff that includes the Xbox 360 game, a poster signed by the game's producer Kohei Takeshige and the soundtrack signed by Takeshige and composer Kenji Ito (who worked on some big Square games in the 90's and is now part of the Super Smash Bros. Brawl composer superteam). Reader Shawn sends this dozy: More »
    01/18/08
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    Comment by nintendude: @Dakobah: The Mongoose was doing a wheelie. Beat that. Mongoose on wheelie XING. What now? It wasn't supposed to be... more » | Other threads

  • contest

    Make a Sign, Win Autographs (ICO Entry)

    Friendly reminder time! We're giving away Culdcept Saga stuff that includes the Xbox 360 game, a poster signed by the game's producer Kohei Takeshige and the soundtrack signed by Takeshige and composer Kenji Ito (who worked on some big Square games in the 90's and is now part of the Super Smash Bros. Brawl composer superteam). Reader Andy sent us along this doozy of an entry, writing: More »
    01/16/08
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    Comment by thaticoguy: I hope that this one wins. Love it! more » | Other threads

  • contest

    Make A Sign, Win Autographs

    So yes, we're giving away Culdcept Saga stuff that includes the Xbox 360 game, a poster signed by the game's producer Kohei Takeshige and the soundtrack signed by Takeshige and composer Kenji Ito (who worked on some big Square games in the 90's and is now part of the Super Smash Bros. Brawl composer superteam). In Japanese, the English loan word "sign" means "signature." So here's the contest: Make a game related sign (not a signature, but a sign), put it outside and take a pic. Send your entries to kotakucontest@gmail.com with the subject line "Sign." Contest ends January 23rd. Good luck!
    01/15/08
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    Comment by HappyWulf: I just sent mine in. Here's to crossing your fingers. If I don't win it, I'm still buying it anyways.... more » | Other threads

  • contest

    Make A Sign, Win Signatures

    Contest time! We're giving away Culdcept Saga stuff that includes the Xbox 360 game, a poster signed by the game's producer Kohei Takeshige and the soundtrack signed by Takeshige and composer Kenji Ito (who worked on some big Square games in the 90's and is now part of the Super Smash Bros. Brawl composer superteam). In Japanese, the English loan word "sign" means "signature." So here's the contest: Make a game related sign (not a signature, but a sign), put it outside and take a pic. Send your entries to kotakucontest@gmail.com with the subject line "Sign." Contest ends January 23rd!
    01/14/08
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    Comment by DrAndonuts2k: Oh, yes please. I do love me some Culdcept. I've got my sign all made, just have to actually print... more » | Other threads

  • handhelds

    Retro Terrorism, part I

    I'm very interested in airports and airport security. In fact, at Persuasive Games we have made not one but two games about airport security. But, what about earlier games about airports and terrorism? More »
    11/15/07
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    Comment by Miyomei: Interesting article. That aside, how many times is Mr. Bogost going to plug himself during his stay here at Kotaku?... more » | Other threads

  • crime

    Osaka Cops Protect, Serve, Tamagotchi

    Yes, Tamagotchi has a couple video games under its belt. There's merchandising, too! You'd think with all that, Bandai Namco wouldn't have to resort to things like, I dunno, enlisting Osaka cops to promote its upcoming anime Appearing on Film: Tamagotchi — Lost in Space. The Osaka police will offer movie ticket discounts to individuals who subscribe to a crime info email list. There is one word for this and that word is "kooky." More »
    11/15/07
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    Comment by Nanaki001: As it turns out, Tamagotchi is getting an anime too. And not just a movie. O_o The "Appearing on Film: Tamagotchi... more » | Other threads

  • tgs07

    Guns On Time Crisis 4 and Guncon 3

    In a sentence, if you like the Time Crisis series, you will like Time Crisis 4, since it doesn't deviate wildly from the tried-and-true. This is a bit disappointing in the graphics department, considering it marks the series' PS3 debut—they're nicer, for sure, but not wholly updated. The biggest (and best) change comes from the GunCon 3 in its dual-fisted goodness, which felt quite natural and quite nice, actually, and improved our gun-waving endurance. Closeup of the GC 3 post-jump. More »
    09/20/07
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    Comment by ph15h: *evil laugh*: Hmm... The Guncon 3 has an analog stick and kind of resembles the set up of the Wii Remote, while... more » | Other threads

  • toys r wii

    New Nintendo Tchotchkes Make Owning Keys Fun Again

    I'm perfectly content to go keychain-less, as I generally wear skin-tight leather pants everywhere I go, but I may have to revise my policy for a pair of new import goodies from Bandai and Yujin. On the left we have the mini Wii-mote projector, one that throws a spotlight featuring the Nintendo character of your choice—as long as it's from Super Paper Mario, Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess or Wario Ware Smooth Moves—upon anything your heart desires. More »
    09/05/07
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    Comment by Donner, party of 4... er...3?: @CountChocula: It's "CHAH'ch-keys" See also Office Space - there's a restaurant competing with the one they frequent that is... more » | Other threads

  • pun definitely intended

    New Beautiful Katamari Screens are Hot

    Literally. Beautiful Katamari will feature a new Roller Roaster mode in which players need to roll up massive amounts of "hot things," like pizza, coffee and pictures of Crecente. Laws of physics would generally argue that in order to reach 10,000 degrees Celsius, one would need more than a multitude of 100 degree Celsius objects in close proximity. But shhh, don't tell the King. More »
    08/15/07
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    Comment by Kat: That's not a new feature. In We Love Katamari, you have to roll up things to keep a firy... more » | Other threads

  • game center

    New Bandai Namco Cabinets On Display For Inspection

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    06/19/07
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    Comment by swirldude: Why wasn't this tagged under Feed Me Money? more » | Other threads

  • giant gooch face

    Blue Dragon Toys Coming To North America

    Know: Blue Dragon is fantastic. It's a true return to form for Hironobu "The Gooch" Sakaguchi (above). Good news is, of course, that the game is getting release a multi-lingual international release. And for North Americans, all those Blue Dragon toys will also be getting proper release. At the International Licensing Show, Shodo Omatsu, President & COO, Bandai America Incorporated stated: More »
    06/19/07
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    Comment by Pickens: I hope they're as good quality FF figures they sell here. Though I'm always disappointed in those because they... more » | Other threads

  • pretty party crisis

    Gallery: Time Crisis Scans

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    06/14/07
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    By Kim Phu

    Comment by hezz05: Ahh too bad, I'd would have perfectly matched my orange shoe's, orange amps, orange bike... more » | Other threads

  • reload

    How The Time Crisis 4 Light Gun Works

    As we reported earlier today, Time Crisis 4 is coming to the PS3. Unfortunately, there won't be online battle mode, but new missions will be available for download. Above, that's Time Crisis director Takashi Satsukawa showing off the new GunCon. But since standard light guns work on standard CRT televisions, how will this work on HDTVs? A GameWatch piece (since taken down) explains how it will work. Chris Kolher at Game|Life translates: More »
    06/13/07
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    Comment by HowardC: Just to clairfy on the comments made by the sony fanboys... on all accounts of how the wiimote is different... more » | Other threads

  • so old it's new

    Namco Museum Remix for Wii

    This fall Namco Bandai are set to launch Namco Museum Remix for the Wii and will feature five remixed versions of classics we all know and love. Pac-Man gets two mash-ups of his own, still riding the second wave of his celebrity status since the Xbox Pac-Man Championships. More »
    05/18/07
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    By Kim Phu

    Comment by beesnipe: Wii, you are not to play with that "Namco Museum" boy, ever again. more » | Other threads

  • jumbo

    Big-Ass Gundam, Flat On Its Back

    Starting this summer, a permanent 1/1 scale 18 meter Gundam RX78 will be erected at Fujikyu Highland park. Actually, it won't be erect, but supine. The attraction charges ¥700 (US $5.81) and will be a "walk through type attraction." Expect to hear insights like "Wow, that's big" from fellow park visitors. Brian Ashcraft More »
    05/15/07
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    Comment by krz: give me the-0 and ill take the plane more » | Other threads

  • size counts

    Platinum Gundam Out and About

    There it is. The platinum Gundam with a diamond brain. Earlier, we posted that the 125mm statue is made up of 89 parts and is valued at US $250,000. Word has it that it will be on display at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan on August 18th and 19th. Expect security guards on hand. You know, so you don't accidently inhale that little booger. Brian Ashcraft More »
    05/14/07
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    Comment by Lyrai: @Witzbold: Touche. more » | Other threads

  • bang a gong

    Drum Master DS To Beat Up Japan This Summer

    Bandai's bringing Taiko: Drum Master to the DS sometime this summer. Previously, Bandai's brought the arcade hit to the PS2 and the PSP. The DS version features the Super Mario Bros. theme song, and Mario makes an appearance. I *might* be wrong, but I think the arcade version featured the SMB theme as well. Price and exact release date to come. Brian Ashcraft More »
    05/10/07
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    Comment by Calen: 1st off, I've SEEN that taiko medal game in R/L! 2nd: The linked picture: the top right says it's the... more » | Other threads

  • hacked

    .hack Meet .f%uck

    Continuing his photo odyssey of Japan, Wired's Chris Kohler stumbled upon a saucy version of Bandai's PS2 series .hack. Let's see... A naughty knock off of .hack using some of the letters in the game's title. The options are endless! We've got: .jack, .rack or even .lick. But, you know, those are a little too vague and don't leap out at non-English speakers. We need something to more blunt. Yup, we need ".fuck." More »
    05/08/07
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    Comment by toysmaniac: what's wrong with the series?? the anime is good http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-5vmf-49-en-15-.hack-84... more » | Other threads

  • slave to the ds

    Dominatrix Invades Kiddy DS Event

    To promote its upcoming DS title Kekkaishi: Karasumori Ayakashi Kidan , Bandai rolled out demo kiosks at an event in Tokyo's Ikebukuro over the weekend. The game is based on the popular anime Kekkaishi. Quick crowd inventory: In the above pic, there are small children, mothers and fathers. Perfect crowd for dominatrix Sumiko Nishioka! She's going to whip those soft, wimpy children and teach them about pain. Domme Sumiko is actually a comedian and TV personality in Japan. I've seen her on a few program and didn't find her remotely funny. This publicity choice, however, is hilarious. Brian Ashcraft More »
    04/30/07
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    Comment by Jonn: I'd hit it! /joke more » | Other threads

  • bandai

    Mizuiro Blood?!

    What's this? More »
    04/25/07
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    By Kim Phu

    Comment by OllieCostello: YEY. Another thing to get embarrassed about buying at the shops. Viva-pinata, check. Mizuiro Chang, waiting. more » | Other threads

  • gundam

    Clips: How To Build Gundam Models

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    04/23/07
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    Comment by Dougman: Those are still Basic techniques compared to actual painting. I personally don't like the colours of the plastic it... more » | Other threads

  • nintendo

    Pac-Man Vs. Takes On DS

    Another day, another Namco Museum, right? Wrong! This one is marginally different! Namco Bandai Games announced today that they're bringing yet another Namco Museum to store shelves this summer, this time for the Nintendo DS. More »
    04/10/07
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    Comment by sadcoincidence: Pac-Man Vs. did come out in Europe. I know because I bought R:Racing this weekend to get it as a... more » | Other threads

  • gundam

    Even In Wood, Gundam is Expensive

    Platinum or hoss-sized, Gundam is not cheap. Take the figurine above. It's made from wood. WOOD. Still, like we said, not cheap! This July, a design firm within the Bandai Namco group is churning out limited edition, hand carved from high-grade fir 1/60 Gundams at ¥50,400 (US $420) a pop. Gundam, AKA rich otaku heroin. Brian Ashcraft More »
    04/10/07
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    Comment by ZeonicFreak: i was going to say resin kit, but im sure they fall in the same catagory as for "high priced... more » | Other threads

  • gundam

    Clip: Gun-DAMN, Building That Giant Robot

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    03/15/07
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    Comment by rococokokoro: I actually squealed with geekish delight when I heard that classic warning sound. So much for getting laid... more » | Other threads

  • gundam

    The Enormous Gundam Lantern

    Taipei got lit up thanks to Gundam. While usually fashioned out of animals, this giant mecha was the center piece at Taiwan's Lantern Festival celebration. Beautiful and cool as they come. Brian Ashcraft More »
    03/06/07
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    Comment by bigme: Gundam is big all around Asia. About the hand gesture.. it's called the "Lotus Gesture" in Taiwan. It was supposed to... more » | Other threads

  • bandai

    Monkeys, Search And Destroy With Bandai

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    02/27/07
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    Comment by pbaron: Indeed, this is a cheap copy of Mogi BUT... but as all mobiles phones sold in Japan from April 2007... more » | Other threads

  • top

    Tekken 6 Website Live, Images Slug It Out

    The Tekken 6 website has just gone live with game images, wallpaper and a trailer. Below is a handful of screenies for the arcade version. So, what do you think? Brian Ashcraft More »
    02/15/07
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    Comment by bobeotm: Keep in mind folks, this game is no where near complete. If youve ever seen the e3 trailer for Tekken... more » | Other threads