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24/01/2025

After two decades, NIS America will be releasing Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero on PS4, PS5 and Nintendo Switch next week. A proper sequel to the PS2 classic released during arguably the golden era of JRPGs, check out my full review below!

After more than two decades, RPG fans can finally look forward to playing Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, a sequel to the 2004 PS2 original. Is this sequel worth playing? Read on to find out.

04/06/2024

So yes, there is a Like a Dragon: Yakuza series coming to Prime Video in October - featuring an original story and starring Ryoma Takeuchi in the lead role of Kazuma Kiryu.

In an announcement that has come quite out of the blue but no less welcome, Amazon's Prime Video have announced that their service will be premiering the

04/06/2024

Now less of a peripheral for a closed-off VR gaming platform, Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed they be offering PC support for the PlayStation VR2 via adapter in August 2024.

One issue with the PlayStation VR2 is that, like its predecessor, it has been locked behind its respective PlayStation console ecosystem - in this case the

04/06/2024

Hello Everyone! It has been a while since we were on Facebook, and going forward are looking at changing that! Please be patient as well roll out our social media strategy for 2024 - and see you on the socials even more soon!

03/06/2024

More information has been shared by NIS America, Inc. on REYNATIS' crossover collaboration with NEO: The World Ends with You, confirming that Shoka Sakurane will be making an appearance

When Nippon Ichi Software America (NIS America) publish Furyu's latest Action RPG REYNATIS in Late-September 2024, players are not only getting access to the

02/06/2024

Queensland audiences have only one more week to go until Beauty and the Beast the Musical leaves the state!

If you want to hear more about this production, check out our Oct 2023 Q&A interview with Shubshri Kandiah, the graduate of Queensland Conservatorium, who stars as Belle in the production!

Earlier this year, Disney Theatrical Productions commenced a brand new Australian tour of Beauty and the Beast the Musical, and is in my opinion, a "timeless

02/06/2024

With Zenless Zone Zero little more than a month away from launching, we take a look at some of the game's potential future merchandise, provided in its official, impressively designed Media Kit! I am loving the potential of the mascot, the Bangboo!

With HoYoverse's Urban Fantasy ARPG Zenless Zone Zero due for launch in Early July 2024, we talk a look at the game's Media Kit and some merchandise to come.

02/06/2024

Check out our new review of Bandai Namco Entertainment's SAND LAND, based on the original short 2000s manga by the late Akira Toriyama.

While most known for his flagship works such as Dr. Slump and Dragon Ball, the 2000-manga SAND LAND was a gem Akira Toriyama's well deserving of a game.

01/06/2024

You have one more week to see Queensland Theatre's fascinating production of Medea. Check out my review below!

Queensland Theatre's Billie Brown Theatre shifts quickly, and will be followed up by the Australian premiere of Cost of Living on 15 June.

Adapting the Greek mythological tragedy of 'Medea' and shifting it onto the perspectives of her two children, Queensland Theatre offers a unique experience to theate-goers.

28/01/2024

A follow up to 2020's Yakuza: Like a Dragon, check out our full review of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, now available from SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio on the PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S

https://www.otakustudy.com/video-game/2024/01/like-a-dragon-infinite-wealth-review/

06/01/2024

In only a few hours time, ATLUS (Japan) will be hosting a special livestream going through the music of Persona 3 Reload with comments by musician and long-time Persona 3 vocalist, Lotus Juice

Closely following ATLUS' release of the opening cinematic for Persona 3 Reload, which the Japanese rapper and musician Lotus Juice serves as vocalist for, the

06/01/2024

Metaverse of Magic is now performing at QPAC until 14 January.

This innovative show blends magical talents with a digital aesthetic and gamification, offering a unique theatrical experience. 🎩✨

Set in a virtual world, guests (or rather, "players"), follow the 'magic' social media influencer Lenoxx on a journey featuring four levels, five talented illusionists/magicians from across the globe, and audience challenges which ultimately creates an enjoyable and immersive event for all ages. Plus, it is one of the only shows you will see which encourages you to use your mobile phone mid-show📱.

Read my full, comprehensive review at the link below.

You know the drill when attending a theatrical performance - you attend a show, you'd better switch off your mobile phone. Metaverse of Magic is

04/01/2024

Goodbye Volcano High caught my attention when it was first unveiled during the PS5 'Future of Gaming', and I am stoked to finally have had the chance to play and myself in the story crafted by KO_OP. Full review below:

A surprise highlight of the PlayStation 'Future of Gaming' livestream in 2020, KO_OP's Goodbye Volcano High is now available, and worth the wait!

04/01/2024

Lots of anime binging coming up this season on Crunchyroll, with dozens of new licenses and many simuldubs planned. Can't believe it has been a little more than 10 years since official anime streaming became commonplace, and we didn't need to wait years for a DVD (or VHS release) of a series.

From the classic isekai to supernatural tales to romantic tales to the staples that have made a mark on the anime landscape over the past few years - official

03/01/2024

The problem with live service games... once their servers are taken down, the game becomes inaccessible, potentially forever. As a last gesture towards gamers in Japan who have been following "The Worst of All Stories" SINoALICE potentially since 2017, those who complete the game will gain access to シノアリスだったナニカ, or in English, The Story That Was Once SINoALICE, providing access to select data and collected characters/jobs/weapons/summons past the EOS date.

While their fans may throw the occasional cash at their favourite live-service game, or even "whale" to obtain every character and/or weapon on offer, it is

28/12/2023

Curious about the musicals that will be debuting and/or touring across Australia in 2024? The Otaku's Study | The Theatre Sphere is pleased to offer a running hub page for all these productions.

Sydney Capitol Theatre

24/10/2023

I had the pleasure of pitching some questions to Shubshri Kandiah, the Queensland actor who is currently performing as Belle in Disney Theatrical Production's ongoing Australian tour of Beauty and the Beast Musical Australia

The musical is currently in Sydney, and headed to Brisbane in February 2024 and Melbourne in June 2024.

Earlier this year, Disney Theatrical Productions commenced a brand new Australian tour of Beauty and the Beast the Musical, and is in my opinion, a "timeless

11/07/2023

Our review of Billy Elliot the Musical's Gold Coast exclusive season is now live!

Produced by Matt Ward Entertainment, it will be performing at The Star Gold Coast until Sunday 13 August 2023!

★★★★½

Before the pandemic threw the performing arts industry into pandemonium, there was a national 10th-anniversary production of Billy Elliot the