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More footage of the Bleach games you won't play
The Heat the Soul series is already up to its sixth iteration in Japan, and it seems like none of these Bleach games will ever find their way stateside. Strange, considering it's a Sony first-party game across the pond. The fighting franchise has been getting better with every iteration, with larger casts, better graphics and sleeker presentation. We won't hold our breath for an English language release, so enjoy this footage -- it's the closest we can come to the game without importing it.
No escape from these new Bleach: Heat the Soul 5 clips
For some reason, Bleach: Heat the Soul isn't on schedule for a US release. Too bad, because these new gameplay clips from the latest game in the franchise (they're up to #5 now) look pretty solid. Fighting games are few and far on our handheld -- we'd love to see something other than Naruto on the horizon. Perhaps, someone, somewhere, will head our pleas for a US release of any of the Heat the Soul games. Onegai? Until then, we're simply going to have to import the games.
Bleach: Heat the Soul 5 downloadable demo
BANKAI!!! Heat the Soul 5, the latest addition to the PSP-exclusive Bleach fighting series, is available for trial in this downloadable demo. None of the Heat the Soul games have been announced for US release, so this is the only way to try the game before importing it.1. Download the demo zip file.2. Extract the contents of the zip file.3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.5. Copy NPJG90020 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder. Check out our new demos site:demos.pspfanboy.com
Super-exciting Bleach: Heat the Soul 5 trailer!!!!!
We love Japanese game trailers. Especially anime ones. This overly enthusiastic commercial includes one of the most energetic Ichigo performances we've ever heard. Maybe he's really psyched about this upcoming PSP brawler? Heat the Soul 5 somehow manages to extend the series to its fifth iteration (in the course of three years!) -- introducing new characters and fighting elements to the mix. With the current popularity of Bleach in the States, you'd think at least one of these PSP-exclusive fighting games would cross the Pacific. Right?
Bleach: Heat the Soul 5 screens show off tag battles
Some fantastic screenshots of the upcoming Bleach: Heat the Soul 5 have wound up on the interwebs today, courtesy of Game Watch. The freshly picked screenies depict the all new two-on-two tag gameplay at work. It looks like the tag action will be the core of the gameplay as choosing the right type of tag team will determine special moves and the like. There are three different styles of tag teams: offensive, defensive, and technical. So far only 30 characters have been revealed out of a planned 42. A bit of a step down from Bleach 4's 51-strong roster, but who knows if any more hidden characters will pop up.Currently, Bleach: Heat the Soul 5 is set for release in Japan on May 15th. Bleach 5 looks to be the biggest Heat the Soul title so far. Could it be the first one to cross over the Pacific and into North America?
More characters revealed for Bleach Heat the Soul 5
The Heat the Soul series continues to expand, as the cast of the popular Bleach series grows. The latest iteration of this PSP-exclusive (and currently import-only) brawler adds a few more familiar faces for series' fans. Hollow Ichigo (pictured, right) as does Renji, Ishida and a few more faces. To check out the recent additions to the line-up, visit the Japanese official page now.
Bleach: Heat the Soul 5 website opens
Strangely, America has yet to experience the popular PSP-exclusive Bleach brawler, Heat the Soul. The franchise is already getting its fifth iteration in Japan, promising even more characters and gameplay modes than ever before. The site includes a few images from the game, and reveals the very first characters that'll join this latest outing. Unsurprisingly, Ichigo, Rukia, and Hitsugaya are confirmed characters. However, Cifer also joins the ranks in this new adventure. We can't wait to see what other characters are added to this please-bring-it-to-America fighting game.
Sony unveils Bleach: Heat the Soul 5
Sony's semi-annual update of the PSP-exclusive Heat the Soul series continues as they've announced Heat the Soul 5. We're huge Bleach fans (don't look for my cosplay of Ichigo, please), but even we think it's a bit much to announce five games from one franchise in such little time. Supposedly, this iteration will feature the most updates, but the games are pretty good as-is ... what else can they possibly add? A better question to ask may also be: when will a Bleach PSP game arrive to the States?[Update: Scan available on Jeux-France.]
Bleach gameplay reminds us: it's not coming out
We get a few emails once in a while asking us if Bleach: Heat the Soul is coming out to American or Europe. Unfortunately folks, it doesn't look to be happening yet. While Japan enjoys the fourth Heat the Soul game, we're left empty-handed. It took a couple of years for the manga to cross over, and then a few more for the anime series to make it big. Now that the franchise is finally carrying some serious clout, we're hopeful that the games will make their inevitable way to the States. Until then, let's just watch this footage of Heat the Soul 4. Impatient gamers, of course, will be tempted to simply import the title.
Can't get enough Bleach? Heat the Soul 4 revealed
I'm a fan of the anime series Bleach, but even I find it ridiculous how often these games are coming out on the PSP. Within two years, the Heat the Soul franchise is getting its fourth game. As usual, expect a larger roster of characters from the anime's continuing storyline. With the franchise's good looks and awesome presentation, Bleach fans will certainly want to get their hands on the game. But really, isn't this too much?Check out the official Japanese website to see videos of this fighter in action. [Via Game & Gadgets]
Bleach's 33 characters of kicking butt
Bleach: Heat the Soul 3 came out in Japan a few weeks ago, and the import reviews are slowly trickling in. PSP411's KageNaruto had nearly nothing but praise for the fighter, praising the game's great cel-shaded graphics and excellent voice acting, ripped straight from the anime. It goes into almost nosebleed-inducing detail about the gameplay (2960 words!). Of particular note are the visually intense specials that all 33 characters have (featured above). I'm a pretty serious Bleach fan, and after watching that video, and reading this review, I feel like I have no choice but to import this game immediately. Hopefully, Sony will bring the games out here one day, especially once the show starts airing on Cartoon Network this September.
