Monday Muckraking [6/13/22 ~ 6/26/22]

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Top News

• Labyrinth of Galleria: The Moon Society has been announced for release in early 2023! [ NA Preorder | EU Preorder ]
• Various NIS titles are available under the Steam Summer Sale! (Until 7/7.)
• [NISA] Various titles and DLC are for sale on the Nintendo eShop and PSN.
• [NISA] Select titles are on sale as part of the Stadia Summer Sale.

June 13, 2022:

• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: Nurturing the Terrarium.
  • In Void Terrarium 2, if you plant seeds, there's a chance they'll grow into plants! By adjusting the temperature and humidity, let's maintain an environment suitable for vegetation. By harvesting these plants, you may obtain seeds, objects, and maybe even recipes!
• [Disgaea 4] It is Emizel's canonical birthday.
• NISA is calling for fanart submissions to be featured in their Trails from Zero Fan Art Gallery. Accepting submissions until 7/29.

June 14, 2022:

• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: Threats to Toriko.
  • Because of the contaminated environment, it's possible for Toriko to get sick. You'll encounter new and bizarre diseases, such as the "Balloon Illness" that'll cause her to swell up, or perhaps she'll even end up all dried out and withered. When she falls ill, make sure to treat her!
• Campaign to win Sasajima Kahoru's autograph ends. (Voice Actress for Zed, of Disgaea 6.)
• [NISA] "Control Your Destiny" sweepstakes has been announced. Enter for a chance to win a custom PS5 controller and a Limited Edition copy of Disgaea 6 Complete. (Ends 6/27.)
• [NISA] Select titles are on sale as part of the Stadia Summer Sale.
• The Disgaea 6 Complete demo is available on the PSN store!

June 15, 2022:

• The void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) soundtrack bundle went up for reservation on the official JP shop site.
• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: Changing Outfits.
  • In Void Terrarium 2 as well, you can change Toriko's outfits. Allow us to introduce the closet: There's been new clothes and hairstyles added! Let's make sure to find recipes and fill out the selection! When you return from expeditions, she might even greet you wearing her favorite items.
• The Steam version of Daisenryaku SSB (JP) has gone on sale, lasting until 6/30.
• [Disgaea RPG (JP)] The story event "Beautiful Bride Grand Prix" has been announced. Features Sapphire, Seraphina, and Rozalin in bridal outfits. Bridegroom Almaz is also available as a ★4 unit.
• Interview with Falcom, via PushSquare, on The Legend of Heroes' Future, Bringing New Trails Games West, and More.

June 16, 2022:

• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: Selecting Routes.
  • There's several options for what kind of dungeons to head into. Select your route based on the level of contamination and effects present! The more contaminated the air, the more ferocious the enemies you'll encounter and the more variety of items you'll find. It's quite easy for Toriko to fall ill in this environment.
• The PS5 version of Disgaea 6 (JP) has released!
• Labyrinth of Galleria: The Moon Society has been announced for release in early 2023! [ Trailer | NA Preorder | EU Preorder ]

June 17, 2022:

• NIS put out a notice that various mobile games will no longer be available as of 6/23. Disgaea Refine, Yomawari and Liar Princes and the Blind Prince will no longer be buyable. Those who have already purchased these games should be able to re-download them to the same account.
  • This appears to be in light of an upcoming "Game Variety Unlimited" service.
• The official void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) twitter account promoted the upcoming Leisurely Nippon Ichi, featuring a drawing of Toriko.
• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: Never Having the Same Adventure Twice.
  • Each time the robot goes out to explore ruins, the layout of the ruins will change. This is the 'Random Dungeon' system. Furthermore, because Random Skills will pile up as you explore, this means you'll face varying challenges with different abilities each time you head out!
• [Disgaea RPG (JP)] ★4 Ultimate Origin Killia was available in the Eighth Brilliant Overlord Fest, a four-day event.
• Trails from Zero - PC Version Overview blog post on Steam.

June 18, 2022:

• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: New Dungeons.
  • Void Terrarium 2 introduces new dungeons too! You can search for unique recipes within these areas. Desert stages mean cactus recipes, for example. Perhaps you feel like spoiling Toriko with some very sweet furniture?

June 19, 2022:

• It's the eight-year anniversary of htoL#NiQ (Hotaru Nikki)! It's Masayuki Furuya's debut work, with their most recent being the upcoming void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2).
• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: New Enemies.
  • New foes make their appearance and stand in Robot's way! But aren't there some adorable guys among these armed machines and ferocious organisms? If you're caught off guard by their cute looks, you might end up in a world of hurt.

June 20, 2022:

• A RT campaign has begun in gratitude for the popularity of the Yomawari x Village Vanguard collab. Lasts until 6/26, Japan residents-only.
• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: Mystery Rooms.
  • Various events can occur inside dungeons, this is the introduction of the Mystery Rooms! You can get treasure, or end up with new tasks. On completing these tasks, you'll be rewarded with a "Crystallized Fragment of Contamination". These are wonderful items you can exchange for others.
• [NISA] A teaser of the Little Love track from Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure.
• [NISA] Kamizawa: Way of the Thief Best & Worst Hiding Places Contest has begun. (Ends 6/27.)

June 21, 2022:

• The most recent Instagram Giveaway for Plenair goods has come to an end.
• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: A Variety of Weapons to Broaden Your Tactics.
  • Equip the efficient-for-machines Drill for easier critical hits, the specialized in long-distance Firearm for striking enemies out of reach, or pull your foes close and drain their HP with the Tentacles. These and many more weapons are available!
• [Disgaea RPG (JP)] Raid event, "Rozalin is Betrothed!? A Death-Strawberry Moon of Love and Hate!", has been announced.

June 22, 2022:

• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: New Skills.
  • Deal damage and wash away a wide spread of enemies with the ground shockwave, Dibait. Travel to a designated location in an instant by making use of the Portal. Burrow and move beneath the ground by use of the Diving ability! All these and more new skills await!
• [NISA] Takuma Endo interview with GameCentral on Kamizawa: Way of the Thief and other titles.

June 23, 2022:

• Leisurely Nippon Ichi episode 73 aired today! It's a special on the upcoming void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2), and features some gameplay. [ Site | YouTube | NicoVideo ]
• The Demo Version of void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) is available on Nintendo Switch and PS4! It features an original story, about the Robot planning a party to commemorate their meeting with Toriko.
• It's the sixth year anniversary for The Labyrinth of Refrain!
• A Screenshot Campaign is being held for the demo version of void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2).
• An Official NIS Blog Post has been posted, featuring the staff playing through and showing off the void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) demo.
• GameSpark has an article on void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2), featuring an interview with the director.
• New merchandise is available for Yomawari 3.
• The sixth promotional movie for GrimGrimoire OnceMore has been uploaded, featuring Necromancy.
• Various NIS titles are available under the Steam Summer Sale! (Until 7/7.)
• [NISA] Various titles and DLC are for sale on the Nintendo eShop and PSN.
• [NISA] Blog post update about Metal Max Xeno's availability on the Playstation Store.

June 24, 2022:

• It's the first anniversary since The Cruel King and the Great Hero's release in Japan!
  • A campaign has begun to commemorate the anniversary, requesting folks follow and talk about their favorite characters from the game with the hashtag attached.
• Plans for a picture book based on the The Cruel King and the Great Hero has been announced!
• Ebiten has updated their listing of the GrimGrimoire OnceMore soundtrack.
• New LINE stickers for Comfy Prinny are available, this time themed around mealtime.
• [NISA] The winning reverse cover for Yomawari: Lost in the Dark has been announced.

June 25, 2022:

• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: Weapon Proficiency.
  • By continuing to use a weapon, your Weapon Proficiency will raise. You can draw out your inner potential this way! Proficiency will carry over into the next expedition, and give you an advantage in your assault on the dungeon! Weapons may even transform before your very eyes!?
• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) is to be featured in the 7/7 edition of Weekly Famitsu. It has been inducted to the Silver Hall of Fame.

June 26, 2022:

• void* tRrLM2(); (Void Terrarium 2) promotional info: Watch.
  • You can keep an eye on Toriko even while you're exploring dungeons! The Watch will inform you of Toriko's hunger and health. You can send her a meal even though she's isolated away.
  
  
  And that's the week in review, thank you for your patience! Rather than missing last week entirely, we've got an extra long newsletter this time! Did anything catch your eye? Void Terrarium 2's promotion continues to be unrelenting as it inches ever closer to release in Japan this week.