Kaguya Enters the Battle Zone: Her Gameplay Breakdown
Arc System Works America doesn’t just drop news, they drop characters—powerful ones. Introducing Kaguya, the Twin Barrel Beauty, into the world of Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes. Kaguya brings her A-game to the fight with long-reaching attacks and projectiles that aren’t just for show; they’re designed to keep her opponents at bay. Mix that with deceptive movements, and you’ve got a character who can dominate the battlefield in multiple ways.
Affiliated with Licht Kreis, Kaguya is no stranger to high-stakes missions around the globe. Her next stomping ground? Japan, where she’ll rendezvous with her best friend Orie. She’s pumped to discover many other Licht Kreis officers in the area, amping up her resolve to protect her circle and the world at large.
First Impressions: Tokyo Game Show 2023 Demo
If you’re lucky enough to hit up Tokyo Game Show 2023, Arc System Works is rolling out the red carpet at their booth. You can be one of the first to test-drive Kaguya’s gameplay. To spice things up even more, Mami Ozaki, the voice behind Kaguya, will grace the Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes new game announcement stage. Mark the date: 11 a.m. JST on Thursday, Sept. 21, or for the international crowd, 6 p.m. PT on Wednesday, Sept. 20.
The Final Chapter in Hollow Night Saga
Produced in partnership with French-Bread, Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes promises to wrap up the “Hollow Night” story arc that fans have followed for over a decade. The title is set for a 2024 release and will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam.
Genre Innovations and Roster Updates
Breaking out of the conventional mold, this light novel-style action fighting game amplifies its genre with a gripping tale of survival against the haunting Hollow Night. Beyond its stunning visuals and backdrops, players will find a stacked roster with 21 returning warriors and new In-Births to shake things up. Complementing the action are finely-tuned background scores that set the atmosphere just right.
So whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to the Under Night series, Kaguya and the latest installment offer something fresh for every kind of fighter out there. Get those thumbs ready for some intense action come 2024!
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft Windows
