NEPTUNIA™ VIRTUAL STARS LAUNCHES ON PS4 & STEAM MARCH 2021!
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LOS ANGELES, CA., January 13, 2021 – Strike a pose with the Goddesses and V-Idols! We are excited to announce that the music-based hack ‘n’ slash game, Neptunia™ Virtual Stars, will launch for the PlayStation®4 physically and digitally in North America on March 2 and in Europe on March 5. The digital release for Steam® will launch on March 29.
Both PS4 and Steam versions will only include Japanese voiceover options as well as English subtitles. The Steam version also includes Japanese and Traditional Chinese subtitles.
The official website has also been updated with the following information:
Special Features, Battle, Battle Mechanics (Goddesses), Battle Mechanics (V-Idols)
Learn about the Battle System below!
V-Idols
V-Idols are virtual idols from distant dimensions who were summoned by Faira to save Planet Emote from the Antis.
Vtubers
Vtubers are real-life internet stars who have been kidnapped by the Antis to destroy Planet Emote’s content. The Gamindustri Goddesses and V-Idols must collect V-Cubes from defeated V-Hunters to save the Vtubers.
Battle System
Toggle Between Characters in Real Time!
During battle, players can immediately switch between the Neptunia Goddesses and V-Idols! The Neptunia Goddesses fight using third-person shooter mechanics, while the V-Idols use hack n’ slash action mechanics.
Take advantage of enemies by using the battle mechanic it is weak against!
Battle Mechanics (Goddesses)
Boost:
All four Goddesses can use a skill called “boost” to swiftly evade attacks! Maintain distance from enemies to remain unharmed!
Tokimeki Flash:
The Goddesses can use their bullets to purify the souls of the Antis! Every successful attack fills up the purification gauge to activate “Tokimeki Flash”. Once activated, players will be able to deal massive damage, receive less damage from foes, and stun enemies!
Battle Mechanics (V-Idols)
Step Charm:
Players can activate a V-Idol’s “Step Charm” with a perfectly-timed evade to be temporarily granted unlimited MP!
Execution Finisher:
When a player defeats an enemy with a V-Idol’s skill, “OVER FLOW” will be displayed on the screen. This will trigger the V-Idol’s “Execution Finisher”, an incredibly strong attack which also grants boosts to the player’s HP recovery and MP limit.
PREORDERS FOR THE NEPTUNIA VIRTUAL STARS LIMITED EDITION BEGIN ON FEBRUARY 2!
The Neptunia Virtual Stars Limited Edition will be available for preorder on February 2!
It will be available for $109.99 and qualifies for FREE US domestic shipping.
Wishlist the Limited Edition IFI NA Online Store below!
IFI’s NA Online Store
IFI’s European Online Store
View the Official Website
View the Steam Page
Story
Enter Virtualand – a digital world that exists alongside the networks of various dimensions. Within Virtualand lies the planet Emote – a planet faced with extinction due to the maleficent group of Content destroyers known as Antis.
In an act of desperation, the Digital Goddess of the planet Emote, Faira, sends a distress signal to other dimensions in hopes to find a savior of this planet.
And the saviors that were reached? The rising Vtuber stars, Me and You, members of MEWTRAL, as well as the Goddesses of Gamindustri: Neptune, Noire, Blanc, and Vert!
Can MEWTRAL and the Goddesses band together and save the planet Emote from complete destruction?
Key Features
- Switch Up & Keep Movin’– Seamlessly switch perspectives between the four Goddesses & playable V-Idols in fast-paced hack ‘n’ slash battles. Rock enemies with lightning-fast combos and glide across the map to dodge incoming attacks.
- Feel the BeatTik Rhythm– Keep tempo in the BeatTik rhythm game! Accessorize your favorite characters and have them groove to your favorite Neptunia Virtual Stars Record your BeatTik performance, then use the video on the Video Battler section to unlock unique items, songs, and even more dance moves!
- Take your EMOtions to Overdrive– The Emotional Overdrive special attack can bring the Goddesses and V-Idols to a harmonious victory. Fill up the Emote Gauge to activate your Emotional Overdrive and watch the V-Idols come to life. You may even find yourself receiving extra loot for your stunning performance!
- Rescue a Vtuber, Save the Planet– Find and save the Vtubers scattered throughout Virtualand! Do you find yourself falling flat in battle? With the Guest Connect System, Vtubers can support you with their special powers to topple any enemy.
