Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia showcased a wide array of new and upcoming games during the recent Thailand Game Show 2023, Southeast Asia's premier video game exhibition held from October 20 to 22, 2023. Among the titles featured were:
- TEKKEN 8
- SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada
- Naruto × Boruto Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS
- Sand Land
- Sword Art Online Last Recollection
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince
- Star Ocean The Second Story R
Main Stage Events
To highlight the titles TEKKEN 8, SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the producers of these games took center stage at the event, offering attendees an in-depth exploration of the notable features in each of these titles.
- SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada
Yosuke Futami, the Producer of SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada, kicked off Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia's main stage presentation. He delved into the creative process behind the game's catchphrase, "I'm with you," and provided insights into the game's overarching premise.
During the main stage event, the recently unveiled Amasia Investigation Trailer, depicting the events that led to the collapse of the underground haven of Amasia, made its debut in the Thai language for the first time.
SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada is set to feature support for multiple languages, including English and Thai. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam at a later date.
- TEKKEN 8
Following Yosuke Futami's presentation, Michael Murray, the Producer of the TEKKEN Project and TEKKEN 8, took the main stage to offer an in-depth look into the latest installment in the TEKKEN series.
During his presentation, Michael introduced the TEKKEN Fight Lounge, a feature that enables players to interact with others and customize their profiles. He also unveiled a walkthrough video of the Arcade Quest, a mode designed to introduce players to TEKKEN 8's gameplay. Notably, this video was exclusively presented in the Thai language on the main stage.
TEKKEN 8 is scheduled for release on January 26, 2024, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. It marks a significant milestone as the first title in the franchise to launch on consoles and PC before its arcade release, and will also be available in the Thai language for the first time ever.
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Concluding the main stage session was Naoki Hamaguchi, the Director of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Attendees had the privilege of enjoying an exclusive presentation by the director, shedding light on the second game in the trilogy of the FFVII Remake Project.
During this presentation, Naoki Hamaguchi detailed key game highlights, including the concept of "free exploration," which allows players to roam freely through an expansive world filled with mini-games, unique areas, and formidable enemy monsters. He also discussed the game's evolved battle system, featuring the addition of new team-based abilities.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is set to be released on PlayStation 5 on February 29, 2024.
Booth Activities
Throughout the action-packed weekend, attendees had the opportunity to participate in a range of exciting booth activities, including:
- Surprise Meet & Greet sessions with producers and directors from Bandai Namco Entertainment and SQUARE ENIX.
- Exclusive TEKKEN 8 show matches that featured Michael Murray, along with professional Thai TEKKEN players Nopparut "Book" Hempamorn and Jeerapong "Juiestorm" Mongkolsombutsiri, competing against fans in thrilling matches.
- Special appearances by well-known gaming influencers from Thailand, such as Gssspotted, BobaFam, Rubsarb Productions, and JAIRAW, who added their unique flair to the event.
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