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Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love - Gemini Sunrise

After years of false hopes and shattered dreams, the Sakura Wars video game franchise is finally set to make its US debut on March 23, 2010 with NIS America's release of Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love for the PS2 and Wii.

According to the press release that was sent out today, PS2 owners will have a chance to purchase a premium box set that contains an art book, poster, collectible outer cover, as well as a second copy of the game with Japanese voiceovers. Though the Wii release will only come in English, it will be offered at a much lower price point. The idea is that the hardcore fans have the option to get more by paying a little extra while those who are somewhat interested in the series could try it without breaking the bank.

I've been told that the premium box set will only be available during the game's first run. If/when the second shipment goes out, it will only contain the English version. So, if you really want to play Sakura Wars V with the original voicework, make sure that you get it as soon as it's released.

Santa Ana, Calif. (Dec 11, 2009) –The year 2010 marks the arrival of the highly anticipated PS2 & Wii SRPG Sakura Wars. NIS America has announced that Sakura Wars will be hitting stores on March 23, 2010. For long time fans of Sakura Wars and SRPG fans, the PS2 premium box version will include a special art book, poster, and a collector’s item outer cover. The PS2 premium box version will also come with a double dual layered disc, each featuring the respective voiceovers of either English or Japanese. If you are looking for a killer bargain though, the Wii version will be a single dual layered disc with English voiceovers. This version does not contain the bonus items, but will be offered at an attractive price point.

About Sakura Wars

Sakura Wars is a Strategy RPG that features a unique, sim-based story system. An in-depth storyline exists, much like in any other RPG; however, the player’s destiny in the game is not predetermined. Character interaction plays a major role, and your responses to the various characters in the game can ultimately change the story content and even the final outcome.

Battle System

The battle system is divided into two main parts; ground combat and air combat. Ground combat takes place using two-legged mechanized suits, which transform into jet fighters to take the fight to the sky. Every mechunit in the game can transform from battle mechmode to jet fighter mode during combat. Once transformed, weapons and movement methods will change as well. For example, the hero’s ground mode utilizes a sword as his main weapon, but in jet mode he will use long-range missiles.

RELEASE DATE: 3/23/2010
PLATFORM: PlayStation 2, Nintendo Wii
GENRE: SRPG
PLAYER(S): 1
ESRB: RP
PUBLISHER: NIS America
DEVELOPER: SEGA, RED, IDEA FACTORY