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Deadly Premonition: The Director's Cut

The award-winning suspense-horror, action-adventure game givies players a terrifying open-world experience.
Super Black Bass 3D

Cast the lure through the air, feel the impact as it hits the water surface and wait in anticipation for the catch.
Virtue's Last Reward

Follow-up to 2010’s award-winning puzzle adventure Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors.
Under Defeat HD Deluxe Edition

Experience a classic and highly revered shoot 'em up in jaw-dropping high-definition.
Jewel Master: Cradle of Egypt 2

Recreate a millennia-old civilisation with the latest in the best-selling series.
Shifting World

Brain-boggling 3D puzzle platformer that will turn your world upside down!
Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns

Unite the rival towns!
Blazing Souls Accelate

Accelate your soul! Buy now from 365 Games, Amazon, GAME, or the Game Collection.
Rune Factory Oceans

At the end of your journey lies the key to undoing your curse... and saving your newfound home!
Akai Katana

A struggle to shake the soul of justice and evil begins here!
BIT.TRIP COMPLETE

Follow the incredible adventures of CommanderVideo on his journey through the rhythmic galaxies!

Virtue's Last Reward Bug Workaround

With Virtue's Last Reward building momentum across Europe, we are delighted that so many people are able to enjoy this exceptional game. For many it has been a new experience and Virtue's Last Reward has re-energized the visual novel genre like never before.

It is with regret that the 3DS version of the game has unfortunately been troubled with a saving bug reported in the PEC room. This bug, which can cause save data to corrupt, was first found in the original version of Virtue's Last Reward released in Japan and sadly the developer was unable to find the cause of this glitch during the localization of the game. We apologise to those who have been affected by the bug and understand the frustration caused.

While we don't have assets or resources to create a fix at RSG, we can raise awareness and advise fans how they can prevent the save bug from occurring. Upon investigation the glitch can be found in the PEC room (Pressure Exchange Room) and is prone to occur when the 3DS has been running for a prolonged amount of time without switching off. The data is vulnerable when saving during the puzzle section of the room.

The following workaround may contain minor spoilers from the flow chart.

Save during the novel section of the game before entering the PEC room while in the locked lever room with Dio and Clover (shown in the images below)
Switch your 3DS off and on after the save
Do not save during the "Escape Section" of the PEC room

This shows the whereabouts of the save location on the flow chart accessible in-game.

This will be the last chance to save before entering the PEC room.

Following these steps will ensure that your data remains safe. Having completing the room you will be free to save again during the subsequent novel section. Once again we apologise for the inconvenience caused and we hope this information allows you to enjoy Virtue's Last Reward without any issues.

-Rising Star Games

Rising Star Games, TOYBOX and Natsume Inc. are happy to announce a new, inspired IP

Tuesday 12 March, 2013 – Following the teaser announcement of ‘Project Happiness’ at E3 last year, Rising Star Games, European publisher of family-oriented video games, today revealed the official name, Hometown Story. This kicks off with a promise made to bring a new type of game to a global audience, which Rising Star Games will be bringing to Europe to a dedicated fan base. Natsume will publish the title in North America. Check out the new trailer now.

Developed by Yasuhiro Wada, the "Father of Harvest Moon," and his studio, TOYBOX in Tokyo, Japan, Hometown Story is a joyful tale which takes players to a fantastic new world full of colour and fun. With characters designed by Atsuko Nishida, the artist behind Pokemon and music composed by Nobu Uematsu of Final Fantasy fame, the collective talent bringing this game alive on 3DS and other mobile platforms guarantees that it will delight gamers.

“We are very excited to be able to announce the game’s official name and to launch a brand new global IP alongside our friends at TOYBOX and Natsume,” said Martin Defries, Managing Director & COO of Rising Star Games. “Hometown Story will thrill and inspire our customers and it is wonderful to start a new journey with them and gain a generation of new customers through the launch of Hometown Story.”

"Hometown Story is the perfect name for a game with such a heartwarming feeling, and we’re excited to begin revealing more about the game, alongside TOYBOX and Rising Star Games," said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume.

It's an experience that will fill you with motivation and magical memories! “Hometown Story is a game and a story that’s dear to my heart – and I hope will become dear to the player’s heart as well,” said Yasuhiro Wada, CEO of TOYBOX. “Our partnership with Rising Star Games and Natsume, who share our values on a quality gaming experience, is going to remain strong as we reveal more about Hometown Story throughout the year.”

With an exciting mix of adventure, discovery, and wonder, Hometown Story will fill the hearts of gamers both young and old with an experience paralleled by only a few other games, such as the critically acclaimed Harvest Moon series.
More information about this exciting new title from Yasuhiro Wada will be revealed up to and during E3 2013.

Players can check out a full-length trailer at http://bit.ly/13PsiRk, as well as additional teaser information via Rising Star Games at www.youtube.com/risingstargames andwww.facebook.com/risingstargames

For further information, screenshots and press samples (when available), please contact:

Tyrone Walcott (Rising Star Games) for press enquiries

Tyrone.Walcott@risingstargames.com

Rising Star Games shows off exclusive helicopter & weapons for Under Defeat HD: Deluxe Edition

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Well it's more of a helicopter, but we'll give you that one. Official exclusive RSG chopper is showcased in all its glory.

LOS ANGELES - Nov. 7, 2012 - Today, Rising Star Games has released a new trailer for the arcade shooter Under Defeat HD: Deluxe Edition. The trailer features new gameplay footage of the remastered classic, and unveils the exclusive 'VKL6.02(A)P Chopper.' The exclusive helicopter features a unique design and a stockpile of powerful weapons.

Under Defeat HD is developed by Japanese arcade game powerhouse G.rev and will be released in North America for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PlayStation®Network on November 27 for $29.99. The retail version of Under Defeat HD will be available exclusively at Amazon.com.

In Under Defeat HD, players will take on the role of a helicopter pilot as they are caught in a struggle between the Empire and the Union. Along with additional upgrades and features, Under Defeat HD will include destructive realism, dual stick compatibility and the new 16:9 New Order Mode. In addition to the full game disc, Rising Star Games' Under Defeat HD: Deluxe Edition includes:

Digital art book
All current DLC and patches
Soundtrack CD featuring tracks from the New Order Mode

The new trailer and additional assets can be found here.

For more information on Under Defeat HD: Deluxe Edition, visit the game page.

About Under Defeat HD: Deluxe Edition
Under Defeat HD builds off of the classic arcade version with a new set of upgrades and modes. Some of the new features include: destructive realism, presenting a further refined iteration of the original with improved artwork, textures and shadowing; and dual stick compatibility. Under Defeat HD also includes two engaging player modes, including Classic Arcade Mode and a 16:9 New Order Mode, which takes full advantage of HD TV screens. Moreover, practice versions of both modes will also be available for players looking to refine their skills on individual levels.