I was right! Bleach: The 3rd Phantom gets a European release!

About 2 days ago, we at Sega Neptune were betting that Bleach: The 3rd Phantom would get a European release. Turns out we were right, as Sega today has announced that the new Bleach game will be released in Europe in early 2010, here’s what they say: I’m very pleased to announce that BLEACH: The [...]

Sega to attend Japan Expo. A new DS RPG will be revealed

According to the good o’l folks at Sega Nerds, Sega will be attending a show about Japanese culture in Paris.  A press release reveals that playable versions of Bayonetta, Let’s Tap, Virtua Tennis 2009 and the E3 2009-absentee Phantasy Star 0 will make it’s debut for international viewers. Also expect a Sega Museum where 80 [...]

Sega comments on Michael Jackson’s passing

Sega issued the following statement on MTV’s Multiplayer blog: “We here at SEGA were very sad to hear about the passing of Michael Jackson. He was a true music legend whose songs touched each of us at some point in our lives. We are proud to have worked with him and included his music in [...]

Aliens RPG gets axed. This time, it’s official.

Boy, what a mess. This mysterious game from Obsidian has been in on-again/off-again state of rumours and official noise, however just yesterday, a moderator posted the following on Obsidian Entertainment’s message boards: Rumors have circled around a bit regarding the fate of the Aliens role playing game that Obsidian and SEGA had been working on. [...]

Empire: Total War’s soundtrack out on June 30th

Game soundtrack fans will also be happy to know that Empire: Total War will be getting a soundtrack release on June 30th through the Sumthing Distribution, Ghoststorm has the first details: Sumthing Else Music Works, through its licensing relationship with SEGA, proudly presents Empire: Total War – The Soundtrack featuring the musical score from the [...]

Pop legend Michael Jackson passes away

Today we regret to report that legendary pop singer Michael Jackson passed away at the age of 50. He was a huge icon on many levels for both his music and his charisma. Jackson also starred in some Sega games such as the Genesis classic Moonwalker and even a short appearance on the Dreamcast dancing [...]

MadWorld soundtrack out on June 30th

For those who digged those funky tunes from the ultra-violent Wii game, we are happy to report that Platinum Games will be releasing the official soundtrack through the Sumthing Distribution store both as a physical copy and digital download. The store ships to the following countries: On June 30, you can order your very own [...]

Happy Birthday, Sonic! The blue hedgehog turns 18

On June 23rd 1991, Sonic The Hedgehog was unleashed to the world and today the blue critter celebrates his 18th birthday. It’s been a roller-coaster with a few ups and downs, but all that matters is that the Hedgehog is still running wild.  But you waht would make this a really fun day? This! Yes, [...]

See what’s inside The Conduit’s Special Edition

Sega blogger Clumsyorchid teases us on the content of The Conduit, featuring it’s lovely package and giving us just a glimpse of the artbook.  And much more here. The chaps in the shores of Uncle Sam will get this game on June 23rd, which is tomorrow, while we have to wait till next month.You lucky [...]

Infinte Space: They’re loving it over at Japan

I guess an RPG featuring tons of clichéd anime cutscenes is garanteed to get some good sales over at the land of the rising sun. As Kotaku reveals today that Infinite Space debuted at number 1 this week over there: The Nintendo DS tops software charts this week with the arrival of PlatinumGames’ second title [...]

Golden Axe on iPhone, so many ports, already.

Oh, boy, Sega’s been milking Golden Axe like crazy these days. First in Xbox Live Arcade, then on the Sega Mega Drive Ultimate Collection(if you don’t count the older Classics Collection) and now finally on iPhone.  To see it in action, watch the little Youtube video on this post.

More DLC coming to Valkyria Chronicles?

According to PS3center, Famitsu reports that new DLC is on it’s way for the PS3 exclusive Valkyria Chronicles, here’s what they say: It seems like the little engine that could isn’t done chugging yet!  New DLC has been announced for Valkyria Chronicles in the latest issue of Famitsu.  Details are still sketchy, but the DLC [...]

Mario&Sonic 2 gets an award from IGN: Best DS Sports game

The second entry of Sonic and Mario’s sports simulator get a nod from IGN as the gaming website awards it with a Best DS Sports game of E3, here’s what they have to say about it: The rivalry continues this winter, but we have to think that Mario’s got the advantage this time around — [...]

Mike Hayes is now fully in charge of Sega West

There’s been a few last minute changes, first it was the departure of long time Sega of America CEO Simon Jeffrey and today it was announced that Sega of Europe chief Mike Hayes will head now head both divisons, here’s what MCV UK reports: Mike Hayes is to add USA responsibilities to his existing Euro [...]

Sega officially comments on Aliens games status, we cheer

I guess, it didn’t take too long for Sega to make some noise on the matter. After Kotaku got the word from Gearbox, Joystiq asked Sega about it: The big, green gooey eggs containing Sega’s long in development Aliens: Colonial Marines and Aliens RPG are going to hatch — just not soon. When we asked why the [...]