Save The World In 30 Seconds Or Less In Half-Minute Hero

If there has ever been a game made for the ADD generation it’s XSEED’s upcoming RPG for the PSP, “Half-Minute Hero.” To my knowledge, it’s the first game that comes to mind where you have to save less than a minute to save the world. That’s right, much like the “Warioware” series, “HMH” cuts out all the fluff, but, unlike “WarioWare,” “HMH” keeps the substance. There’s definitely a lot more than thirty seconds worth of gameplay, as there are actually four different, intermingling story lines (each with their own unique, time-based gameplay mechanic), and, a Goddess of Time, who allows you to buy time from her, therein extending the gameplay. It’s one of the most creative ideas I’ve ever seen crammed into a portable game, especially one that openly embraces a 16-bit (one of the best bits) artstyle. This is a game that PSP owners shouldn’t overlook when it comes out later this year. TrueGameHeadz’ own Unit had a chance to sit down with XSEED Games’ Jimmy Soga to find out more about just what a “Half-Minute Hero” is (aside from a potentially bad porn title). Check out the interview: [Continue Reading]

Ju-on: The Grudge Preview With XSEED Games

Talk about scary games … “Silent Hill” has nothing on “Ju-on: The Grudge.” The developers at Feel Plus are pushing the limits of survival horror games, and making, what could very well be, the scariest game to be released on the Wii… ever. Based off of the movies from The Grudge’s universe “Ju-on” looks to extend that fiction in a highly interactive manner, with a “haunted house simulator.” Check out what Unit found out about the game from XSEED’s Jimmy Soga, and just how scary it’s going to be. [Continue Reading]

Valhalla Knights: Eldar Saga Interview – Preview The Wii’s Biggest RPG

XSEED Games has plans to continue their “Valhalla Knights” franchise later this year with the release of “Eldar Saga” for the Wii. The game is going to jump platforms from the PSP to Nintendo’s console with a bigger, more expansive game, making it one of the few really immersive RPGs on the system. Fans of the original games won’t be let down, as “Eldar Saga” builds on the franchise, but also makes it accessable for any potential newcomers as well. Unit recently had a chance to speak with XSEED’s Jimmy Soga to find out more about what Wii RPG fans can come to expect from this title when it hits stores this holiday season. [Continue Reading]

Sky Crawlers: Innocent Aces Explosion – New Interview, Footage, and Screens

XSEED Games was in NYC last week to showcase a handful of the games they have lined up to come out later this year, and one of the games that seemed to attract the most eyeballs to it was “Sky Crawlers: Innocent Aces.” Now, you’re saying, “But, I’ve played flying games like ‘Heatseaker’ and ‘Blazing Angels,’ why do I need another flying game?” Well, for a couple of reasons:

1) There actually aren’t that many flying games for the Wii.
2) There aren’t any good flight sims for the Wii.
3) “Sky Crawlers” is developed by the same team that does the “Ace Combat” series.
4) The controls are on point.
5) This game is gorgeous.

There, five reasons. Is that enough? No? Then check out Unit’s interview with XSEED’s Jimmy Soga, and find out more about those five reasons (including a complete breakdown of the controls) and a whole lot more. THEN, check out the new screenshots for the game, complete with a couple pieces of pretty awesome concept art. [Continue Reading]