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gaming22 days ago

Danganronpa 2x2 expands Slayhem with longer story, aiming for 2027 release

Spike Chunsoft showcased Danganronpa 2x2 at Anime Expo, revealing a longer Slayhem scenario bundled with a revamped original game. The team explained the expanded scope comes from the narrative growing across titles, with the world map switching to an isometric 3D view for clearer navigation. The new scenario is written by Yoichiro Koizumi (with Takekuni Kitayama handling tricks), while Kazutaka Kodaka remains involved but not as sole writer. It’s due in Early 2027 on Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with promises of fresh twists and different character arcs. Kodaka even jokes about not receiving hate mail no matter who dies in the story.

Danganronpa 2x2 Unveils Slayhem Mode, a 20% Longer Narrative Across Modern Platforms
video-games23 days ago

Danganronpa 2x2 Unveils Slayhem Mode, a 20% Longer Narrative Across Modern Platforms

At Anime Expo, Kazutaka Kodaka and Shohei Sakakibara announced Slayhem Mode for Danganronpa 2x2—a brand-new, roughly 20% longer alternate story built on the original cast on Jabberwock Island, with a full 3D overhaul of assets and world map; the original scenario will get updated visuals while Slayhem introduces new cases and tricks and is guided by Koizumi’s writing; the game is planned for early 2027 across Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series S/X, and PC.

"Master Detective Archives: Kazutaka Kodaka's Insistence on Sexier Shinigami in RAIN CODE Development"
gaming3 years ago

"Master Detective Archives: Kazutaka Kodaka's Insistence on Sexier Shinigami in RAIN CODE Development"

Kazutaka Kodaka, the writer of Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, revealed in an interview that he insisted on making the character Shinigami sexier during development, while Yuma's design remained relatively unchanged. The game, set to release on June 30, 2023, allows players to control an amnesiac detective and solve cases with the help of Shinigami in a 3D exploration of the Kanai Ward.

"Revolutionizing Detective Games: Danganronpa Creator's Approachable Vision"
gaming3 years ago

"Revolutionizing Detective Games: Danganronpa Creator's Approachable Vision"

Kazutaka Kodaka, the creator of Danganronpa, is releasing a new detective game called Master Detective Archives: Rain Code on Nintendo Switch on June 30th. Rain Code is set in a cyberpunk city called Kanai Ward and features a 3D world where players can solve various kinds of mysteries and roam around freely. The game is designed to be more accessible than other detective games, with a robust hint system and special detective powers that make it easier to progress. The game also features a Mystery Labyrinth, a visual representation of the crime in question, complete with traps to avoid and puzzles to solve.

"Master Detective Archives: Rain Code - Switch Exclusive with Slick Graphics and Sherlock Holmes Inspiration"
gaming3 years ago

"Master Detective Archives: Rain Code - Switch Exclusive with Slick Graphics and Sherlock Holmes Inspiration"

Gematsu interviews Kazutaka Kodaka, the scenario writer for Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE, discussing the game's mysteries, flow, world, characters, and more. The game involves solving mysteries with the help of Master Detectives, who have unique skills called Forensic Fortes. The game is set in Kanai Ward, a city isolated from outside communication, and is controlled by a megacorporation called Amaterasu Corporation. The game is exclusive to Nintendo Switch and is due out on June 30.