Kingdom Hearts Ultimania - Latest KH News

Kingdom Hearts: Coded - Olympus Coliseum

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:15:38 +0000

Footage of the second episode of Kingdom Hearts: Coded has now been posted. Sora explores Olympus Coliseum (or rather a data form of it).

View: Kingdom Hearts: Coded - Olympus Coliseum

Thanks goes out for 2ch for recording the footage, and KH13 for getting the news.
Have you checked out MonsterVine yet?

KH: 358/2 Days - New Chinese Famitsu Scans [UPDATE]

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:41:29 +0000

Gamekyo.com has uploaded new scans of Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days from the Chinese issue of Famitsu. Some of the images are a bit familiar. Others, like a few screens of Xigbar and Xemnas are new.

UPDATE: Translation by bittermeat from KH Insider added. I've revised some of the sentences to fit the mannerisms of the characters. Keep reading to check them out..

Source: Gamekyo
Article Originally Written by Ryusuke

KH: Re:Chain of Memories - It's Nearly Here! Have you Pre-ordered?

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:58:03 +0000

Once again, remember folks, Kingdom Hearts: Re:Chain of Memories will be hitting North American shores very soon, on December 2nd to be exact (less than 2 weeks!). If you haven't already, please consider pre-ordering the game to avoid sell-outs and ensure you receive the game in time for both it's release day and of course, Christmas!

If you live in North America, you can pick up the game on Amazon.com for just $29.99 with free shipping. Alternatively, if you'd rather an in store pick-up, reserve with Gamestop and receive Limited Edition Art-Cards.

If you live elsewhere in world and are looking to maybe import the game, Play-Asia are selling the title for just £22 (€27). Remember, you can use the highly useful Swap-Magic to play imported PS2 games.

Amazon.com Pre-Order: KH: Re:Chain of Memories - $29.99 (USA Only)
Gamestop Pre-Order: KH: Re:Chain of Memories $29.99 (USA Only - In-Store Pickup)
Play-Asia Pre-Order: KH: Re:Chain of Memories - £22/€27 (Worldwide)

Apologies to anyone who has already pre-ordered! Just a friendly reminder :)
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Kingdom Hearts Coded - Opening/Traverse Town Footage

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 01:27:20 +0000

Footage of Kingdom Hearts: Coded first downloadable episode is now online for viewing. It features the introduction to the japan-only mobile game alongside Sora exploring Traverse Town.

View: Kingdom Hearts: Coded - Traverse Town
Thanks to KH Insider for the video.

Video Games News & Reviews: Announcing MonsterVine!

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 21:59:24 +0000

Hello Kingdom Hearts Ultimania! As many of you may know, Pete is the founder of CB Media, a network that hosts upcoming sites in the media and entertainment industry. Well he and I are proud to announce a newcomer to the network, MonsterVine, formerly known as The Video Game Spectrum, an independent video game website that showcases content from aspiring video game journalists.

MonsterVine is anything but ordinary as we go straight to the source - the gamers themselves. Our staff consists of experienced writers who grew up playing video games and are not shy about expressing their opinions. We approach the idea of video game journalism differently with worthwhile and unique editorial content that is driven by personality and passion.

Come and check out our site today and stick around throughout our launch week events as we demonstrate what it looks like when the "monster" is "unleashed" to the masses.

Wednesday - 'The Vine' podcast debut, Zack and Will return with unfiltered video game commentary about the latest topics in the video game industry.
Thursday - Reviews Blowout, the staff showcases MonsterVine's new review system called 'The Final Word'
Friday - GAME NIGHT - Monster Rush! Join us for a unforgettable night of Gears of War 2 and Resistance 2 multiplayer madness!

Check it out: MonsterVine - http://www.MonsterVine.com
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Thanks,
William Saw, Co-Founder and Editorial Manager of MonsterVine

Kingdom Hearts: Coded Launches in Japan!

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:16:01 +0000

Kingdom Hearts: Coded has released yesterday in Japan. They were preinstalled on the Docomo PRIME Series "P-01A" mobile phone. A Japanese blogger, Arika-san from The Light in Chaos, has a written a report on her playthrough on Olympus Coliseum －Side Episode－. Also, an artwork of Sora, Donald, Goofy, Kairi, Riku, and Mickey have been posted as well.

The report has been translated already (by bittermeat from KH Insider). Read on if you wish to know more.

Source: Arika-san's report, KH Insider

Kingdom Hearts: Coded - New Screenshots

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 09:50:38 +0000

Recently, some new Kingdom Hearts: Coded have appeared, which feature Olympus Coliseum as well as the intro/title screen. The intro/title screen is quite different from past games, but similar to the layout on the website.

Thanks to KH13 for getting the news first.

Source: Haonan from Hardware Zone, KH13

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Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories - ESRB Rating Details

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:17:49 +0000

Since July 1st, 2008, Entertainment Software Rating Board (aka ESRB) featured much more detailed content summaries in their website, instead of rather vague descriptions on the tiny box on the back of the game cover.

Here's what they have to say for Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories.

Rating summary: Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories is an action role-playing game (RPG) in which players explore different worlds, collect items and cards, and progress through levels by defeating various creatures (monkeys, jellyfish, flying hat mages, etc.) and boss characters. Players mostly use swords and magic to defeat enemies who sometimes groan then disappear into a mist of smoke when defeated. Players receive experience points and currency cards at the end of each battle. One cutscene depicts a clone who talks about his impending death as he slowly disintegrates.

Whether or not this means that certain scenes are censored or not, remains to be seen.

Source: HCG's Article About Detailed ESRB Ratings, ESRB Official Website, Re: CoM's Rating Description

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Kingdom Hearts: Coded - Available Beginning November 19th

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 01:17:48 +0000

Square Enix revealed during Tokyo Game Show 2007 that a new mobile installment of the Kingdom Hearts Series was in development, entitled Kingdom Hearts: Coded.

Using the latest 3D mobile technology, KH: Coded will explore Sora travelling through a whole variety of Disney worlds, on a brand new quest which takes place after the conclusion of Kingdom Hearts 2.

The story surrounds a page written in Jiminy's Journal, the place where Jiminy Cricket wrote down the records of all their travels. It unfolds as the journal is converted into data and the traced worlds are exhibited as stages. Awakening in this data world, a Sora made up of data becomes the main character as a new journey begins.

It has now been confirmed that the first Kingdom Hearts: Coded episode (Olympus Coliseum) will be released on November 19th 2008, when it comes pre-installed with the Docomo PRIME Series P-01A mobile phone.

Currently, there is no confirmation that this title will see release outside Japan.
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KH: 358/2 Days - Translations of New Shonen Jump Scans

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 22:30:47 +0000

What goes on good peoples?

This is andrel2006, one of the new Japanese translators for KH Ultimania. As I happened to be online upon the revelation of these new Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days scans, I decided it may be in many peoples' interests if I translated it. Sound good?

The primary significance of this scan lies in what it reveals about Xion. First, it appears that she is very deeply connected to the culmination of the Organization's plans. And the scan intimates that even among the Nobodies of Organization XIII, Xion is a very special and heretical existence, so to speak.

DIALOGUE:
(Scan with Xion, Roxas and Axel on DI):
Xion: So, how can I get to be like you guys?

(Scan with Xion to the left of the former):
Xion: Just...who...am I?

(Scan with Pete):
Pete: My plans for the Heartless are already done!

(Scan with Jack Skellington):
Jack: ...Suddenly disappearing...
...Suddenly appearing...
In places I've grown accustomed to...

And that is that.