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As previously reported, arcade game Border Break is coming to the PS4 in Japan, so third-party peripheral maker Hori is making these twin sticks. According to Famitsu, they’re priced at 18,334 yen ($171). However, if pre-orders don’t reach 3,000 units, the controllers won’t go into production.
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Arcade scrolling shooter Psyvariar is coming to the Nintendo Switch and PS4 in Japan as Psyvariar: Delta. According to Famitsu, the new release is based on a previous Psyvariar iteration and features improved graphics and new modes. No word on an international release.
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Mobile Suit Gundam 00 is being turned into a stage production. Decants are scant, but it’s slated to debut in February 2019. Should be interesting to see how Gundam comes to life in the theater.
This fall, the first Valkyria Chronicles is coming to Nintendo Switch in Japan via the Nintendo eShop. No word yet on an international release.
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