BlazBlue :Continuum Shift has received a console release date in Japan at this years Blue Fes event. While on stage, the games producer Toshimichi Mori and sound producer Daisuke Ishiwatari mentioned some of the features of the home version, including new characters, stages and modes. As mentioned a couple of weeks back, the home version makes the arcade version's u-12 character playable and also adds, among other modes, a tutorial mode for beginners. The game also has double the animated sequences over the original. A challenge mode which is said to target mid to high level players, has over 300 challenges. The original's story mode is back for the sequel, now featuring over 28 stories.
A limited edition was also announced at the event. This will come bundled with such items as a visual book and a Noel Nendroid figure. Pricing for the bundle is set at ¥9,660.
The game will be released in Japan on July 1st on both PS3 and 360.
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