One is The Adultmaster, a saucy send up of Namco Bandai's iDOLM@STER franchise. It follows three women as they try to break in as "idols." The costumes look great, and the dialogue is probably spectacular.

The other is a re-release of cosplay-theme video starring Kyoko Ayana, complete with "new mosaics." This motion picture was originally released in 2004, a simpler time when women could dress up as Guilty Gear's Bridget without confusing everyone. See now, we're totally fucking baffled. Hit the jump for a picture of Kyoko as Bridget. It's safe for work, but the link is definitely not.

Just look at that yo-yo! Of course, this comes as visual novel CLANNAD gets a just released dirty parody of its own: CLONNAD.

TMA Release Schedule [Not Safe for Work]
CLANNADのパロディAV CLONNAD−クロナド−が発売してた エロよりもドラマ重視の超大作 [Ota Road Blog]

Some shameful individuals have noticed how the machine is quite suggestive. And those shameful individuals have created embarrassing fan-made clips of video game characters riding the rodeo machines. Sadly, we have posted a few of the more game related ones after the jump — THE iDOLM@STER and Haruhi. Remember: These poor characters are supposed to be on the horseback riding machines. So! If you find that offensive, do not click over. The clips are possibly NSFW.

[Pic]

No, no they are not.

アイドルマスターライブ [my game news flash via Sankaku Complex]

Wiiでアイドルマスターみたいなゲームを製作中 [Hatimaki]

[Thanks, Muu!]

My bride came back.！ My Xbox 360 is back from Repairs and I couldn't be any happier. I was so happy... I decided to make a very simple very short video showing my wonderful Xbox and how it is after getting back from the repair

Oh, sorry about the clip size. You're going to have to squint. But, really, perhaps that's for the best. Thanks, Muu for the tip!
sm2127319 [NicoNico]

Katamari is known for its catchy tunes. Beautiful Katamari should be no exception! The Bandai Namco's current Xbox 360 exclusive features a sugary sweet song from another Bandai Namco Xbox 360 exclusive, THE iDOLM@STER. Above, that's it in-game in the Japanese version. No reason to doubt its in the English-language one. Can anyone confirm this?

Hit the jump for the song and idols clumping together.

Thanks, Miki!

TimeLeap [Danny Choo]

How popular is anime The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya? Popular enough to get a porno based on it, that's how. That's pretty popular! Today, it was announced that the anime will also be getting a PSP game from Bandai Namco. (From Gundam to THE iDOLM@STER, Bandai Namco sure have a stranglehold on nerd properties!) The anime's a smash hit, and the ending dance sequence has been memorized by dorks everywhere. Heck, I've watched that dance sequence into the ground, and I'm still not sick of it. Kinda hope that the PSP version is just a bunch of mini-games based on that dance. Sadly, I know that's not gonna happen. The title's official page launches July 10th, and the game's slated for sometime this year.

And yes, hit the jump for the Haruhi dance and note-worthy parodies. Brian Ashcraft

In what could be an Xbox Live non sequitur, a pic pack for THE iDOLM@STER has popped up on the US Marketplace. It's one pack containing lucky 13 gamer pictures for 200 Microsoft Points. The description of the game is written in Japanese, and it's listed as unrated or rating pending. Riddle me this: why would gamer pics for a Japan only game appear on the US Marketplace if there wasn't intent on release it, well, in the US? Brian Ashcraft

Thanks, Adam!

Sony's graced Japan with some neat online goodies this week: new PS3-content-accessing PSP firmware and a Folk Lore demo. What about retailers? Nope, it seems. Retailer Sofmap's main Akihabara store has been running the above promotion in the PS3 corner. The machine may be PS3, but it's running footage from Xbox 360 title THE iDOLM@STER. The text reads:

Since no new PS3 games are coming out this week, here's footage of brand new iM@S downloadable content! (Konshuu wa PS3 no shinsaku detenai kara, Aimas : saishin DLC no kono eizou nagasuze!)

Below that, the text informs customers that Xbox 360 consoles, software and Microsoft Points are all available on the third floor. Don't think of this just as Sony's new console being used by a major Japanese retailer to plug an Xbox 360 game. Think of it as the PS3 being used to promote iM@S — nerd heroin far more potent than mere mortal things like consoles. Brian Ashcraft

PS3 No Games This Week [Akiba Blog]

Just when you thought that otaku had moved on comes this: THE iDOLM@STER book tower. Found at TORANOANA in Osaka, this display features character books and comics.

I recently finished up a magazine article on THE iDOLM@STER, which is like Pokémon meets American Idol, and can safely say that the game is the biggest nerd release since the last big nerd release. News bit: The producer for the Xbox 360 version said he'd be interested in bringing the game to English-speaking audiences. That is, if English audiences are interested. When I pressed about whether the Xbox 360 would hit the PS3, Namco offered "no comment." Brian Ashcraft

The Bookc@se [Senaka Blog]

That pink-helmeted warrior is today's nerd hero. His name is Naoto Fujimura, and he recently appeared on TV Tokyo's TV Champion 2. Vitals: Fujimura is 19 years old and actually owns an Xbox 360. No, really. His favorite game? THE iDOLM@STER. Pretty much the entire show is after the jump, complete with Aya Ueto and Yu Yamada ads. It's almost an hour and all in Japanese, but you should be able to follow. Grab a chilled beverage, settle in and cheer Fujimura on as he battles his way to the top! Brian Ashcraft

Human Mario. Contestants must jump on a trampoline, grab the giant coin and answer doozies like "Besides 'Developer System,' what does "DS" stand for?" or "What happens when you touch Stufy's sister Stapy?" or the nerd riot inducing "When choosing a file, how do you make Luigi appear in-game?"

The nerds have gotten better at jumping on the trampoline and get dished questions like "How many different types of dogs are in Nintendogs?" or "What happens when you say umeboshi twice to Dr. Kawashima?" Stage 2 includes having contestants name all 64 enemies appearing in New Super Mario Bros. from memory without repeats!

Note: "Kurokki—" does not appear in NSMB. Contestant Wada in the business suit owns this round! The loser does not advance, which is an insane Puyo Puyo giant fan battle.

Onto the Championship Stage! We get a tour of 19 year-old Naoto Fujimura's THE iDOLM@STER room. He's up against wanna-be game programmer Yoshihiro Nakajima, the ten-hour gamer! He's a gentle soul and *hearts* Pokémon Pearl. There's a quiz, and the winner gets an Xbox 360, Wii, PS3, DS and PSP. The first question involves naming Gundams in Gundam Musou, while the second one asks how to switch to the blue hard court in Wii Tennis. The third question involves the Xbox 360! And iDOLM@STER!! Can Fujimura pull it off?! The suspense is killing me!!!

And you were worried? Just look at the 10-hour gamer's reaction. But, there are two more questions, questions that don't involve the Xbox 360 or THE iDOLM@STER. But involve Nintendo stuff and Sony stuff.

And like that, it's over. Fujimura is no match for the soft hearted 10-hour gamer. But, watch out virtual idols!

Preface: Not sure if these are real, but apparently these sex toys feature images inspired by characters in Xbox 360 game THE iDOLM@STER. The one on the left features a Yayoi Takatsuki knock-off, while the right one is either Ami or Mami Futami. Dunno, cause they're twins! If you are interested in what the box says, hit the jump. The ick factor is SUPER high, so no asking what kind of sex toys these are. And apologies, mom! Brian Ashcraft

The Takatsuki box says "The soft hole of a young, pulsating girl." There's a heart after that. The other box says "Freshly-picked. Beautiful, young idol." Feel that ick? Must go wash.

Takatsuki
Futami [Ore Teki Game]

TV anime Idolm@ster: XENOGLOSSIA is not just a retread of THE IDOLM@STER. Oh, no, no. It's THE IDOLM@STER with giant robots. These young idols are actually pilots that control large mechas called "iDOLS" — Making them "Idolmasters." (Clever, eh?) Based on Bandai Namco's Xbox 360 game, the anime kicked off in Japan earlier this month! Robots plus teenage idols? Talk about knowing your audience. Bandai Namco so needs to make a game of *this*.

Anyhoo, hit the jump for a look at the cartoon. Brian Ashcraft

Idolm@ster Anime With Robots [Akiba Blog]

Curiosity killed the cat. Earlier we did a post on THE IDOLM@STER live concert. And I wondered: What would THE IDOLM@STER be like live? This is what would be like. Minus the heavy stench of oily sweat. Brian Ashcraft

An otaku horde descended on concert hall ZEPP TOKYO to hear live versions of the THE IDOLM@STER tunes. There was a stage show with game clips and fancy costumes, while nerd tunes like "Go My Way" got the requisite airing. Two words come to mind when taking a look at the above pic: Sausage party. Brian Ashcraft

Idol Concert [Famitsu]

Micro-transaction nerd hell! Previously, we've posted some of the delightful THE IDOLM@STER items available on Xbox Live Marketplace. Items like horse costumes, hand drills and bloomers. These things are bound to add up! But how much? The above chart adds up the full set of THE IDOLM@STER items: 23,400 Microsoft Points. Screw Disney Dollars, how much is that in real money? Well, it's 35,100 yen (US $299). And you know that the items are going to continue to hit Marketplace. No wonder Bandai Namco stuck this sure-fire otaku cashcow on the 360, because yes, there are people in this country who are snapping these up right as we speak. Go my way, indeed. Brian Ashcraft

THE MONEYM@STER

Not underwear, but close! New THE IDOLM@STER items have hit Xbox Live. Exciting items like a hand drill (above) and skimpy "Exercise Wear" (after the jump). Info about the hand drill: It's part of the "excavation series" (m'kay) and will "visual image UP" your idol (riiight). There are also a driller helmet, driller boots and driller shoes. Gotta coordinate! Hit the jump for the pantsu-like exercise outfit. Brian Ashcraft

New Marketplace Items [THE IDOLM@STER]

Japan-based Kotakuite pokemogu sent along along article from Yukan Fuji about how Xbox Live's doing in The Land of the Rising Sun. And how is it doing? Much, much better. Japan's Xbox Live sign-up rate is now highest in the world, thanks to THE IDOLM@STER. Hit the jump to read the article, kindly translated by pokemogu. Brian Ashcraft

THE IDOLM@STER saves the Xbox 360 in Japan? According to several sources, Japan now has the best ratio of Xbox Live sign-ups to the number of units sold.

A person connected to Microsoft explains the reason. "For now, the sales of Xbox Live in Japan are dominated by Bandai Namco's THE IDOLM@STER. It's amazing."

According to that individual, the sales of Microsoft Points in Japan have increased by 230% from last year-end sales. Especially on 25th January, when THE IDOLM@STER was released, Microsoft sold 4 times as many Microsoft Points as they sold on 24th January.

Also, one month after the release, the popularity of THE IDOLM@STER in Japan has yet to decline. Likewise, items which cost 1000 Microsoft Points are selling well. (1,000 Microsoft Points cost ¥ 1,500 or US $13.)

The insider says "Our fans know that playing card games online like UNO is a lot of fun, but we think those people haven't experienced enough. Using THE IDOLM@STER, we would like to start showing how Xbox Live is fun."

Xbox Live In Japan [Yukan-Fuji, Thanks pokemogu!]

It's a total otaku meltdown! Looped clips of THE IDOLM@STER and Gundam Musou duke it out at the Yurakucho Bic Camera in Tokyo. And ironically, both on Sony TVs! Brian Ashcraft

How do you squeeze yen from otaku pockets? Ask Namco! The game maker has laced cult, build-your-own-popstars hit THE IDOLM@STER with a string of odd micro-transactions on Xbox Live Marketplace. Like what?

• Kimono (Fairly normal): 500 Microsoft Points
• Horse Head Cover (Uh...): 200 MS Points
• Horse Tail (A wha?): 200 MS Points
• Horse Shoes (Ah, riight, to match the tail ): 200 MS Points
• "Chocolate Head" (V-Day chocolate hat): 250 MS Points
• Idol's Email Address (For in-game communication): 100 MS Points

Eds Note: Xbox Live 1000 Microsoft Point card = 1480 yen (US $12.20)

Other games, have been worse, but all these Marketplace items total 4, 850 points. And I'm sure people who are in the market for Horse Tails are also gonna pick up Chocolate Head. So, what do you think is the highest priced item in THE IDOLM@STER Marketplace? And no, we haven't mentioned it yet. Hint: Answer's fairly obvious. Brian Ashcraft

The Answer Is The Item At The Top [IDOLM@STER]

Nope! And so THE IDOLM@STER officially captures the hearts of otaku-dom. Found in Osaka's Den-Den Town, here's a PLAYSTATION 3 console running a demo for THE IDOLM@STER. Fear not Sony, this isn't a battle of the capitalized letters. Upcoming PS3 title Gundam Musou should win back any recent Xbox 360 converts. Hopefully... Brian Ashcraft

PS3 IDOLM@STER [Ota Road]

Yup, it's THE IDOLM@STER mashed with Windows. From an English description on the clip's YouTube page:

TOSIAKI(Hero) He is their master. me(green) Personification of Windowsme.She is blundering and freezing at once. 2k(blue and glasses) Personification of Windows2000.She is a honor student.She have no affability,but she loves TOSIAKI. XP(black and long hair) Personification of WindowsXP.She is excellent and a little meddlesome. She loves TOSIAKI. 95(Kimono and Japanese sword) Personification of Windows95. Eldest daughter of OS family. A violent fight with the Apple was unfolded. Because she has already retired from the active service, it is ignorant of recent information.

And there you have it: A singing OS-tan blowout! Brian Ashcraft