The much beloved Wii title gets a sequel on Sony's handheld.
Konami showed that it has a few surprises up its sleave by announcing that a new Little King's Story will be coming soon for the PlayStation Vita. The Action RPG will only be available on the PSN as a download only and will be available for purchase this summer. The game will be a follow up to Little King's Story originally on the Nintendo Wii and developed by now defunct studio Cing.
Like the first game, players will control King Corobo as he attempts to regain control of his kingdom from the Devil King, "The Nightmare." The game will have seven different kingdoms for the King and the Royal Guard to go through, each with a dark lord who have kidnapped the royal princesses.
The Vita game will have improved 2D and 3D visuals from its predecessor and make use of the Vita's front and rear touchscreens. The game will have a colorful art design and resembles titles like Fable Heroes. Online features such as DLC, leaderboards, and a new co-op item combining functionality will also take center stage in this iteration.
We'll have more information on New Little King's Story as it becomes available.
Press Release
Classic Action Adventure Role Playing Game Fit for a King Downloadable on New Handheld System for the Very First Time
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – May 30, 2012 – Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that New Little King's Story will be available for download for the new PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system this summer. Featuring a brand new storyline and online functionality, New Little King's Story offers players a royal role playing game with enhanced PlayStation®Vita system graphics and features.
New Little King's Story follows players as they assume the role of King Corobo, tasked with reclaiming his kingdom from the Devil King, "The Nightmare." Players will experience an incredible journey as they visit seven different kingdoms and battle against evil dark lords that have captured the royal princesses. As King, gamers will need to lead their Royal Guard in every grand battle, and plan attacks wisely as they grow their populations and broaden their territories.
The action adventure title takes full advantage of the PlayStation®Vita system, featuring upgraded 2D and 3D visuals, and utilizes intuitive touch controls, including the PlayStation®Vita system rear touch pad. Players can also enjoy a myriad of newly added online features including downloadable content, item combining co-operative play and online leaderboards.
For more information and assets, please visit: http://www.konami.com/downloads/.
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