Violet Wisteria is two things – firstly, it’s a brute of a game that wears its old-school homage on its sleeve. It’s also heavily inspired by the classic Valis series of fanservicey magical girl platformers. Things start off really well with a story sequence pulled directly from the PC-98 era of design. Gorgeously rendered art pieces explain the situation that…
I really like the fact Eastasiasoft does these short (under 15 minutes) showcases on a regular basis. This time, the “Summer 2023” showcase features games mostly launching in July/August, with some going into September. This article’s header image is from Another World Mahjong World. Other highlights include Rainbow Skies, Giant…
Read MoreThe partnership between Eastasiasoft and Idea Factory is going strong! First, the pair released Moero Crystal H and Seven Pirates H. Then came the cult classic Mugen Souls. Now, Mugen Souls Z will be launching for Nintendo Switch. The vibrant RPG was originally developed by Idea Factory with Compile Heart,…
Read MoreI like the eastasiasoft showcases for a few reasons. One, they happen at the right times. Two, they focus on imminent game releases. And three, no time is wasted: it’s game after game after game with zero filler. I acknowledge that it’s late fall down under right now, but eastasiasoft…
Read MoreMugen Souls is a game that is all about larger-than-life excess. The action is over the top. The narrative and characters are ridiculous and, despite being chibi in visual design, larger-than-life in personality. This is not a game interested in subtlety or nuance. It’s brash and in your face from…
Read MoreSense: A Cyberpunk Ghost Story launched in 2021; it was an okay game, scoring three stars on DDNet. Senses: Midnight is its sequel, and the first of an anthology. While it is a sequel, it features a completely standalone narrative that existing fans and newcomers can both enjoy. The old-school…
Read MoreAnother Otoko Cross: Pretty Boys game is getting ready to launch, and soon! Otoko Cross: Pretty Boys Breakup! fits in well with the other Otoko Cross games, Otoko Cross: Pretty Boys Mahjong Solitaire and Otoko Cross: Pretty Boys Klondike Solitaire. This one has a bit more action, of the brick-breaking…
Read MoreIt’s time for another one of eastasiasoft’s regular showcases. This one is a bit smaller than the past few, but it packs the same punch. Some highlights includes two Pretty Girls games, and launch dates for Mugen Souls and Omen of Sorrow. These games are launching in “early spring” 2023…
Read MoreIt’s still January 2 in my part of the world, and it’s still a stat holiday here in Canada… but that won’t stop me from getting excited over eastasiasoft’s latest showcase! This one is centred around titles coming out early this year, and includes a handful of games with confirmed…
Read MoreWelcome to Digitally Downloaded’s weekly catch-up news feature, the catch-up coffee. The first of 2023, how exciting! With each issue I will bring you the best news that you may have missed. Grab the biggest mug you’ve got, fill it with your favourite brew, and catch up with us (and…
Read MoreI’m obsessed with the paranormal. The older I get, the more interested I am in it. It started as a mortality thing, but has expanded past that into sheer curiousity. I’ll read what I can, watch what I can, listen to what I can. I’m very open to what others…
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