TYPE-MOON " is a game brand with a reputation for works with a unique and common worldview.
Known by the nickname "Type-Moon" since the days of its predecessor, a coterie of the same name, the company's elaborately created works have captured the hearts of many players and have a long history of fans.
On New Year's Eve 2020, a surprise announcement was made that " Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- ", a remake of " Tsukihime ", the first work that led to the establishment of TYPE-MOON, would be released, and it has already been half a year.
With only about two months remaining until the scheduled release date of August 26, 2021, we have some information that will further excite the old KATEGETSU fans!
The release date of " MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA," a remake of the 2D fighting game "MELTY BLOOD," which is drawn from the world of "Tsukihime," has been set for September 30, 2021!
Nineteen years after its initial release, a new "MELTY BLOOD" is born!
MELTY B LOOD" a.k.a. " Melbla" is a 2D fighting game and visual novel game that was created in 2002 as a joint production between "TYPE-MOON" and "Watanabe Factory", both of which were active as doujin circles at the time. It is a 2D fighting game and visual novel game.
The quality of the game, which far surpassed the standards of doujinshi productions, was a big hit at the time, and " Melbula " has been loved by fans for a long time, with subsequent arcade game versions and consumer versions for PS2 and PC, as well as upgrades and ports.
In 2021, Melbla will be remade as " MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA " to coincide with the release of the remake "Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon-"!
It has been 19 years since the first Melbula was released. It has been 19 years since the first Melbula was released, and it has been 13 years since a new installment of the series was announced.
The newly released information includes the release date, package information, new playable characters, battle system details, and much more!
Release date: September 30, 2021 (Thursday) Package information revealed!
The package illustration has been unveiled for the first time, and the release date has been set for Thursday, September 30, 2021!
The package version will be compatible with PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch.
In addition, a digital version of the game has also been announced and will be playable on Xbox One andSteam in addition to the above two platforms!
Cross-platform play is not supported.
19 years of history condensed! Limited First Edition Collection BOX
In addition to the standard edition, a limited edition collection box [Limited First Edition] MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA MELTY BLOODARCHIVES has also been announced!
- Art box with new illustrations by Takashi Takeuchi
- Soundtrack CD (3 CDs) containing music from the "MELTY BLOOD" series up to the present title
- MELTY BLOOD reader" containing the visual and setting history of "MELTY BLOOD" and an interview with the original author
...and it's a must-have for fans of the series, with all its history and charm condensed into one gorgeous package!
Battle system details revealed! New elements "Moon Skill" and "Moon Drive" etc.
Details of the battle system have also been revealed!
The battle system of "MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA" has been reconstructed from scratch while inheriting the "MELTY BLOOD" characteristics of the past.
The game has also been adjusted so that even those who do not play fighting games can enjoy the exhilarating battles, making full use of easy-to-use powerful techniques such as " Rapid Beat," which allows players to perform a series of moves by simply pressing the attack buttons in rapid succession! Easy to use and stylishly presented!
While retaining elements that allow fans of the series to play the game in the same way as before, the new " Moon Skill " is an enhanced version of a special move that can be performed by consuming a certain amount of " Moon Icons ", and when you have more than half of the Moon Icons, you can activate the Moon Skill by consuming all the Moon Icons. The " Moon Drive " is a new system that can be activated by consuming all of the Moon Icons when you have more than half of the Moon Icons.
With more competitive and challenging elements, you can truly enjoy the " new " Melbula!
Pre-orders for the packaged version are now being accepted! Store-specific bonuses are also available!
As of June 24, pre-orders for the standard package version and the first limited edition package version are now being accepted at stores and e-commerce sites!
Each store offers different perks, so be sure to check the official MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA website or the website of each store!
The pre-order start date for the digital version will be announced at a later date, so those who plan to purchase that version will have to wait for further information.