Tokyopop To Release Manga Of Disney's Beauty And The Beast!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, Tokyopop has announced that they'll be doing a manga adaptation of the live-action Disney film, Beauty and the Beast. 

The new Tokyopop founder, Stu Levy, announced the news at the "Tokyopop Relaunch" panel at Comic-Con International in San Diego on Saturday.

The film and the two-part Manga book series will debut in the North America on March 17th, 2017.

Source: Anime News Network

NEW! Collector’s Edition For World of Final Fantasy!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, SQUARE-ENIX has just announced a collector's edition for the PlayStation 4/Vita video game, World of Final Fantasy. 

So here's what you get in the Collector’s Edition of World of Final Fantasy:

- Exclusive pop-up book

To house all of the physical and digital content in the Collector’s Edition, we’ve created a very special pop-up book featuring various scenes from World of Final Fantasy brought to life through striking 3D paper cuts – just like a story pop-up book! Since all of the contents of the Collector’s Edition of World of Final Fantasy fits inside of this pop-up book, it’s also pretty big!

- Special art book

World of Final Fantasy is an adorable game and has a unique style when compared to the rest of the Final Fantasy franchise. This 80-page hardback artbook shows off the stunning World of Final Fantasy creative direction and I’m sure it’ll put a smile on anyone who reads it.

- Mini figures

In World of Final Fantasy, you can summon legendary, legacy characters from the Final Fantasy franchise so in the Collector’s Edition we wanted to include some of our favourites. You’ll get mini figurines of Cloud (from Final Fantasy VII), Lightning (from Final Fantasy XIII) and Squall (from Final Fantasy VIII) in their adorable chibi form. Each figure is approximately 4-5cm tall.

- Soundtrack selection

A 20 track soundtrack selection CD featuring enchanting music from the game.

- Extra digital bonus content

You get five bonus bits of DLC which you can use in game:

• Sephiroth (from Final Fantasy VII) - A special summon that will aid you in battle!
• Red Bonnetberry, White Chocobo and Glow Moogle - These are special versions of mirages (monsters) you can recruit to join you on your quest and aid you in battle. If you’re a Final Fantasy fan, I’m sure you can recognise which mirages these are based on!

- Japanese voice over DLC

This allows you to play the whole game with the Japanese voice overs.

- World of Final Fantasy game for PS4

Obviously, we had to include the game itself! The Collector’s Edition will only be available for the PS4 version of World of Final Fantasy.

The World of Final Fantasy Collector's Edition will be limited so make sure you pre-order one so you don't miss out! You can pre-order the World of Final Fantasy Collector’s Edition (Here) exclusively from the SQUARE-ENIX (North America and Europe Stores ONLY).

World of Final Fantasy will be out on the 25th (US) 27th (Australia) 28th (Japan & Europe) of October 2016.

NEW! Kingdom Hearts III Artwork By Tetsuya Nomura To Celebrate Kingdom Hearts χ[chi] 3th Anniversary!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, well this court everyone by surprise, the Japanese web browser game Kingdom Hearts χ[chi] release new items for the game. 

One of few items is a card designed by creator/artist Tetsuya Nomura of Sora, Riku, Kairi and Ventus? (or Roxas?) in their Kingdom hearts III outfits. Along side Ephemera, Chirithy and Skuld from Kingdom Hearts χ[chi].

Other items include new clothing for your avatar. Like; armour that has a resemblance to the armour from Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep. Accessories to obtain like; hats and earrings to equip on your avatar. And of course, new cards and a limited time event to win particular gems to upgrade.

NEW! Kingdom Hearts Sora Play Arts Kai Figurine & Others At San Diego Comic Con!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, at San Diego Comic Con, SQUARE-ENIX announced a few new Kingdom Hearts Play Arts -Kai- figurines and other merchandise from the franchise. 

One of them (which I'm really excited for) is Sora in his outfit from Kingdom Hearts III with his new Keyblade and his changeable double crossbows.

 

 

From the latest chapter in the globally beloved KINGDOM HEARTS series by Disney and Square Enix, KINGDOM HEARTS III, the protagonist Sora now makes an appearance to the Play Arts Kai action figure line!

Accompanying the improvements in the graphic technology of the game, our designers have paid close attention to expressing the minute details in the sculptwork of Sora in his slightly more mature and grown-up figure.

The costume design is based on the look of Sora’s KINGDOM HEARTS II outfit, with the predominantly red and black colour scheme of KINGDOM HEARTS 3D: DREAM DROP DISTANCE.

He is highly poseable due to the utilization of flexible materials. The Keyblade that can change form into a double crossbow – which could be called the trademark of this title — is also included as an accessory part. With all these features and more, this figure is certainly an eagerly awaited collector’s item for fans.

Chick Here, to pre-order the Sora (KHIII) Play Arts -Kai- figurine. The retail price is $149.99 (US) and will be released on January 30th, 2017.

At this year's San Diego Comic-Con, SQUARE-ENIX has showcased a variety of  merchandise including a never-before-seen Organization XIII Roxas Play Arts -Kai- prototype, along with the recently announced Kingdom Hearts III Sora Play Arts Kai.

In addition to those two Play Arts Kai figures, new Kingdom Hearts Static Arts figure prototypes were revealed of Kingdom Hearts II Sora, Chirithy, Shadow, and Meow Wow.

Also, a variety of SQUARE-ENIX games like Final Fantasy VX, Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue and etc is available as a playable demo for those who are attending.

San Diego Comic-Con started on July 20th and running through to the 24th, 2016.

NEW! Disney's Moana Japanese Trailer!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, Disney Japan has just released a new trailer featuring the self-titled protagonist, Moana. The trailer showcases a young Moana interacting with an ocean spirit, alongside the beautiful 3D Disney animation magic.

Disney's Moana will be heading to cinemas on November 23rd (US) and December 26th (Australia), 2016.

Disney Fairytale Film Festival Coming To Australian Cinemas!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, Event Cinemas Australia will be holding a films festival of live-action Disney movies to celebrate the August release of Pete's Dragon, a re-imagining of Disney's cherished family film of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliott, who just so happens to be a dragon. 

Films that will be featured at the festival are Cinderella (2015), Enchanted (2007), Into The Woods (2014), Maleficent (2014) and Pete's Dragon (2016).

Event Cinemas Australia - Tickets for the Fairytale Film Festival are just $10* each and can be purchased online or at the box office. Or purchase your Season Pass available only at the box office.

MOVIE SCREENING DATES

Maleficent 30th - 31st July

Enchanted 6th - 7th August

Into the Woods 13rh - 14rh August

Cinderella 20th - 21st August   

SNEAK PREVIEW

Pete's Dragon 27th - 28th August 

PRICING •    All tickets $10*•    Season Pass (excludes Pete’s Dragon): $30* - 4 films for the price of 3. Films included are Maleficent, Enchanted, Into the Woods and Cinderella. Not available to purchase online, purchase at the box office.

Mobius Final Fantasy Coming To iOS/Android Devices For Western Audiences!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, SQUARE-ENIX had just announced a release date for the mobile devices game, Mobius Final Fantasy. The game was previously exclusive to Japan, but soon the game will make its debut in August this year for the west.

Mobius Final Fantasy a story of a man who wakes up in a world called Palametia with no memory of his past. There, he finds himself tasked with bringing hope to the world by unravelling a mysterious prophecy around the legendary warrior of light.

By pre-registering here, fans who pre-register will receive FINAL FANTASY X themed items, such as Tidus’s signature weapon, "Fraternity," a Yuna character card, along with other special rewards when the game launches.

Mobius Final Fantasy has the release date of August 3rd 2016 for both North America and Europe. At this point, it's unknown whether it'll be downloadable in Australia.

NEW! Disney's Beauty and the Beast Poster!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, Disney have just released a teaser poster for the live adaptation of Beauty and the Beast, starring Emma Watson and Dan Stevens. The poster features the iconic bell-shaped crystal jar on top of the enchanted rose inside the Beast's castle, on a cold Winters night.

Disney's live-action Beauty and the Beast will be out in cinemas March 17th, 2017.

Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 & Final Fantasy XV Will Be A Playable Demos At EB Expo 2016 Australia!

Hi everyone it's Xebs,  the official EB Expo 2016 website has just confirmed that Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue will be at the expo, with a playable demo. This demo will be the exact one that was showcased at E3 2016 (US) and Japan Expo 2016 (France).  The same can be applied to the Final Fantasy XV demo that was also featured in those previous conventions. 

EB Expo has also announced other video games in their line-up.

EB Expo is an annual event held in Sydney, Australia at the Sydney's Olympic Park from September 30th through to October 2nd, 2016. 

I know I'll be attending the event? Will you be able too?

BREAKING NEWS! Wreck-It Ralph 2 Confirmed By Disney!

Hi everyone it's Xebs, the Walt Disney Animation Studios just announced that Wreck-It Ralph is returning to the big screen in a sequel to the 2012 original film.

The filmmakers include director Rich Moore (Zootopia, The Simpsons), producer Clark Spencer (Zootopia, Bolt), director/writer Phil Johnston (writer, Wreck-It Ralph, Zootopia, Cedar Rapids), and actor John C. Reilly broke the good news this morning on Facebook Live. 

Reilly, who again lends his voice to the bad-guy-turned-good, Ralph, will be joined by Sarah Silverman as she reprises the role of Vanellope.

Moore shared that he's been developing the untitled sequel since soon after Wreck-It Ralph’s November 2012 opening. “From the moment we started working on the first Wreck-It Ralph, we knew there were so many possibilities with these characters,” he said. Before revealing that Ralph will be venturing beyond the arcade in the new film. 

“This time, Ralph’s wrecking wreaks havoc on the Web—as only he can do. Characters we loved in the first film are back and we are ecstatic to be working with them—and the actors who voice them—once again.” “The world of the Internet is the perfect place to send Ralph and Vanellope,” Johnston said. “The scope and scale are so vast and the possibilities for comedy are endless.”And speaking of vast… 

If you’re one of the many fans of the mobile game Disney Crossy Road, you just might see your game “wrecked” by Ralph in celebration of this exciting announcement. Beginning today, Ralph may just turn up in any of the game’s 12 different Disney and Pixar worlds and wreck part of your gameplay. 

“Wreck-It Ralph has been one of the most popular worlds to play in Disney Crossy Road, so it made perfect sense to celebrate Ralph’s return by letting him go outside his world and ‘wreck’ other parts of the game,” said Chris Heatherly, senior vice president and general manager, Disney Apps and Games. “We are big fans of the first film, as are our players, and can’t wait to see how the next chapter unfolds.”

John C. Reilly sounded just as thrilled as we are that Ralph will soon be crushing it in a brand-new adventure. “Ralph is a character very near and dear to my heart,” Reilly said. “I’m really looking forward to playing the big lug again. Making the first Wreck-It Ralph was one of the most special experiences I’ve ever had, and I’m really looking forward to bringing him back to life. So many kids I’ve met all over the world are excited to see him again, too. They tell me all the time!”

Gigantic

One additional piece of big news was shared this morning by Walt Disney Animation Studios: 

Gigantic, the animated feature that had previously been scheduled for release on March 9th, 2018 will now be released on November 21st, 2018. For fans of Disney animation, 2018 is already shaping up to be an enormous year!