Tecmo Koei Announce Dynasty Warriors Next Is A Launch Title For The EU Release Of The Playstation Vita

Tecmo Koei have announced Dynasty Warriors Next will be Playstation Vita Launch title when the handheld is released on 22nd February. Dynasty Warriors Next uses many of the Playstation Vita's features, this includes using button and touch controls and the 6 axis motion controls. the game will come with 65 characters, as well as the option of you creating your own character in Edit Mode. Dynasty Warriors Next uses the PSV Live Area in Conquest Mode and up to 4 player ad-hoc multiplayer in Coalition Mode. 

Tecmo Koei have also released a couple of new screenshots showing the new controls, with touch screen and back touch.

Press Release

Hertfordshire, December 5th 2011—TECMO KOEI EUROPE[i] announced today that DYNASTY WARRIORS NEXT, developed by OMEGA FORCE for the PlayStation® Vita handheld entertainment system, will be released across Europe on February 22nd 2012.

The best-selling DYNASTY WARRIORS Tactical Action series lets you step into the shoes of the greatest generals in Ancient China and enjoy the thrill of taking down thousands of enemies, becoming the greatest hero in Chinese history!

DYNASTY WARRIORS NEXT, the brand new instalment built for the PS VITA, will allow players to use PS VITA’s breakthrough touch pad, rear touch pad and motion sensor for intuitive controls to fight their battles, as well as connect with others and enjoy an epic experience.

The main game features include:

·         Fusion of button controls with touch controls, such as multi-touch screen and rear touch panel sensor (6 axis detection).

·         Combine explosive action with tactical aspects! Touch or shake to use the new “Speed Musou” and hit your enemies with powerful. Touch the screen to perform a “Direct Break” and capture bases in the blink of an eye. You can also touch the map directly, without interrupting the action, to direct your subordinates with “Straight Commands.”

·         The impressive visual effects will help you delve deep into the Warriors’ world. Get a taste of life-like duels and experience a plethora of special missions using a variety of touch and sensor controls. Enjoy battles overflowing with tension in truly immersive, cinematic action.

·       Communication enhanced by local play and GPS: Connect with other players and use GPS-related positioning to enjoy continuous social interaction. Use PlayStation Vita’s Live Area, the new “Conquest Mode”(supporting WiFi and 3G) and the new 4 player ad-hoc multi-player “Coallition Mode” for a rich multiplayer experience.

·       Dynasty Warriors next also sees the return of fan favourite ‘Edit Mode, were players can create and customise their own warriors!

·       Enjoy intense battle action with more than 65 playable characters!

·       For more information on this release visit www.dynastywarriorsnext.eu