BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT'S "SUPER ROBOT WARS" SERIES GREETS 30TH ANNIVERSARY, TOTAL SERIES SALES SURPASS 19 MILLION

TOKYO, Nov. 24, 2021 /Kyodo JBN-AsiaNet/--

- 274 Titles Produced through Series to Mark Most IP Licenses Ever to Appear in Role-playing Video Game Series -

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. based in Tokyo has announced that the "Super Robot Wars" series has reached its 30th anniversary. The series was first released in 1991 as a simulation RPG where robots from various licenses came together in battle. The series appeared on various gaming platforms, such as the GAME BOY (R), offering entertainment to customers around the world. More than 90 titles have appeared under the series brand (including rerelease variations), and the series has now surpassed 19 million in sales (*1).

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By utilizing BANDAI NAMCO Group's business knowledge and experience, 274 different licenses (*2) have appeared across the brand's legacy, thus making it a series with the most IP licenses ever to appear in any role-playing video game series.

- "Super Robot Wars 30" marks the 30th anniversary of the series In commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the series, "Super Robot Wars 30" was released on the home console systems (Nintendo Switch (TM) /PlayStation (R) 4 /STEAM (R)) on October 28, 2021 (Thursday).

In response to comments and requests from fans of the series, the game features a new game system, "Tactical Area Selection" where players can choose the order of the story, robots, and characters that can be obtained. In order to have many customers enjoy the game worldwide, the game is available on STEAM (R) for the U.S. and European regions for the first time ever. In addition, the game is available in five languages, including simplified Chinese, the first ever to the series, to have as many customers as possible enjoy it. Please enjoy the latest version of the game, which offers more ways to have fun.

Notes:
(*1) Includes the downloadable version and the downloadable STEAM version.
(*2) The number "274" represents the number of IP licenses as of June 2021.

Content name: Super Robot Wars 30
Genre: Simulation RPG
Platforms: Nintendo Switch (TM) /PlayStation (R) 4 /STEAM (R)
Release date: October 28, 2021 (Thursday)
Official website: https://srw30-thirty.suparobo.jp/en/
Official Twitter account: https://twitter.com/srw_game

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*"PlayStation" and "PS4" are registered trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.

*Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.

*(C) 2021 Valve Corporation. Steam and the Steam logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment follows its corporate slogan to the word -- more fun for everyone. BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment will strive to bring the fun to everyone throughout the world.

Source: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. 

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China-Singapore (Chongqing) Connectivity Initiative Financial Summit takes off Nov 23-24

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 -- The China-Singapore (Chongqing) Connectivity Initiative Financial Summit (CCI-FS) will be held in Chongqing and Singapore parallelly from Nov 23 to 24, the Information Office of the Chongqing Municipal People's Government announced recently.

According to a statement, CCI-FS this year will be held under the theme: Deepening China-ASEAN Financial Cooperation, Creating a New Paradigm of Interconnectivity.

As a key event under the third intergovernmental cooperation project between China and Singapore, CCI-FS has been successfully held for three times. 

In November 2015, the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Demonstration Initiative on Strategic Connectivity (CCI) was officially launched with financial services as one of its four priority areas.

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, shipping and air transportation have been hampered, however, the cargo volume along China-Europe Railway Express has instead increased despite the disruptions, a vital support to Europe in fighting COVID-19 and maintaining the stability of global supply chain.

Under the CCI framework, Chongqing International Logistics Hub, where the starting terminal of China-Europe Railway Express, i.e. Chongqing Tuanjiecun Railway is located, issued bonds worth US$500 million in Singapore with lower cost than that in the domestic market. (US$1 = RM4.187)

The issuance has raised funds for infrastructure construction in the hub, so that financial cooperation plays its role to create a better port terminal.

The New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor (ILSTC) serves as a major international logistics channel between China and Southeast Asian countries.

By means of railway, sea and road, goods from western China can travel southward and access the world market through coastal and border ports such as Guangxi and Yunnan, with shorter time compared with the traditional route from eastern China.

Meanwhile, the CCI cross-border financial services are empowering the ILSTC. A financial service platform jointly built by China and Singapore for the corridor provides convenient and low-cost financial services for logistics, trade and manufacturing enterprises along the route, and also empowers its operation companies.

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5th Belt and Road Teenager Maker Camp and Teacher Workshop opens in Nanning

 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 -- The 5th Belt and Road Teenager Maker Camp and Teacher Workshop kicked off in Nanning recently.

Co-sponsored by the China Association for Science and Technology, the Ministry of Science and Technology of the People's Republic of China, the Chongqing Municipal People's Government and the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, the event was organised by the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Science and Technology Association.

Guangxi Science and Technology Museum implemented the event, according to a statement.

Launched in September, the event will last until November-end, featuring a combination of online and offline activities.

The online platform introduced the ‘Belt and Road Teenagers in the Same Class’, bringing together 10 science and technology classrooms and experts from nine countries. Science popularisation expert, Professor David performed a science show online and pioneered a novel approach to science education in countries along the Belt and Road.

The event also featured the online activity ‘Dialogue with Scientists’ and provided more than 100 science and technology courses and science popularisation materials such as ‘Space Maker’, ‘Low Carbon and Energy Saving’, and ‘Images of Science’.

Guangxi University and Nanning No.3 Middle School put on an online live show to showcase Guangxi's embroidered ball, Zhuang dance, Guilin landscape and other scenic spots through videos and VR.

The event attracted one million teachers and students from 53 countries, regions and international organisations.

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Hong Kong Tourism Board, CJ ENM to rock Island tourism with K-pop culture

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 -- The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has inked a three-year deal with CJ ENM, one of Asia’s leading entertainment groups, to promote Hong Kong as a travel destination through Korean drama and variety TV shows.

The HKTB is the first tourism organisation to enter into a strategic partnership of this kind with CJ ENM, according to a statement.

The partnership will encourage audiences to recall some of their favourite scenes from K-dramas and shows at authentic locations in Hong Kong and boost tourism when international travel resumes.

The HKTB and Seoul-based CJ ENM signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see Hong Kong featured in a variety of shows made by CJ ENM from 2022 until 2024, beaming the city’s unique lifestyle and culture into the living rooms of global audiences.

HKTB Chairman Dr YK Pang witnessed the virtual signing of the MOU between HKTB Executive Director Dane Cheng and CJ ENM Entertainment Division Executive Vice President for Ad Sales and Partnerships, Lee Sang Moo.

Dr Pang said: “Our aim is to feature Hong Kong in popular K-drama and variety shows. This will help reinforce Hong Kong’s status as one of the world’s most exciting and interesting destinations when international travel resumes.

“We anticipate competition for tourists will be intense once the pandemic is over, and the HKTB is therefore, getting a head start to secure influential media partners for maintaining Hong Kong’s visibility.”

Meanwhile, Lee said: “We are very excited to go into partnership with the Hong Kong Tourism Board and showcase the glamour and excitement of Hong Kong to viewers of our critically-acclaimed drama and variety programmes.”

CJ ENM, whose highly popular original content is available in more than 200 countries, and viewed worldwide through some of the world’s most popular streaming platforms.

When travel restrictions are eased, Hong Kong scenes will be filmed as backdrops for a range of drama and variety programmes made by CJ ENM, which creates some of the region’s most popular and critically-acclaimed content, including Crash Landing On You, Goblin: The Lonely and Great God, Hospital Playlist, and Vincenzo.

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BANDAI NAMCO Group announces ‘GUNDAM OPEN INNOVATION’ application period extension

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 -- BANDAI NAMCO Group has begun a GUNDAM-powered, sustainability project, ‘GUNDAM UNIVERSAL CENTURY DEVELOPMENT ACTION (GUDA)’, and brought together fans worldwide along with many external partners to plan and take upon a variety of initiatives for the children of the future.

As part of the initiative, ‘GUNDAM OPEN INNOVATION’ was established in an effort to gather new ideas and technologies that can face the many issues found within society such as population and global environmental problems.

To further promote the initiative, a decision has been made to extend the application period for one additional month, according to a statement.

‘GUNDAM OPEN INNOVATION’ is a programme to create future dreams and hopes by revisiting the similarities between the real world and the fictional era of GUNDAM, the ‘Universal Century’, and merging ‘GUNDAM’ with ‘future technologies’ to face the social issues that exist in both worlds.

An initial invitation for application was announced back in July this year, with the first-phase deadline set on Aug 15, and a second-phase application deadline set on Sept 15.

An overwhelming amount of applications was received, with many requests for an extended deadline. Under the concept of receiving as many ideas as possible, a third-phase deadline has been decided and set for Oct 15, with hope of seeing more ideas to come.

An interview video is now available to the public, featuring BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Corporate Managing Director and CGO, Koji Fujiwara, who is hosting ‘GUNDAM OPEN INNOVATION’ and the directors behind the ‘moving GUNDAM’ that was built last year in Yokohama.

The interview also brings up what the future of GUNDAM holds and how BANDAI NAMCO pushed out the GUNDAM brand in the form of products and services. 

More details at https://www.bandainamco.co.jp/guda/goi/en/

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HKTB EXTENDS "HONG KONG NEIGHBOURHOODS" TO LAUNCH "WEST KOWLOON" FOR PROMOTING ART AND CULTURE TOURISM OF THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

 

Neon light on Shanghai Street (Photo: Business Wire)

HONG KONG, Sept 9 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) officially launched a West Kowloon neighbourhood programme, after featuring popular promotions “Old Town Central” and “Sham Shui Po – Every Bit Local” in the “Hong Kong Neighbourhoods” campaign. The latest programme highlights the West Kowloon neighbourhood’s rich heritage and vibrant street life in Yau Ma Tei and Jordan along with its two new world-class museums – M+ and the Hong Kong Palace Museum in the West Kowloon Cultural District (WKCD) – which will open in the end of the year and next and become landmarks in art and cultural tourism. As art is inseparable from our life, the programme builds a bridge between the local life of the bustling communities, home to many historical architectures and traditional craftsmanship, and the artistic lure of the WKCD.
 

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HKTB Executive Director Mr Dane Cheng said: “Experiential tourism is a rising and inspiring trend, particularly where it blends arts and culture with authentic local life. The HKTB has chosen to launch this large-scale programme before borders reopen because we want residents to savour the experience first and discover hidden gems in their community, rekindling their enthusiasm and appreciation and creating a harmonious art-life aura in the West Kowloon neighbourhood. We hope Hong Kong people will then share their experiences with friends and relatives outside Hong Kong. Besides, visitors around the world are eager to travel as soon as travel restrictions are eased, and we will be able to capitalise on the opportunities if we are well prepared in advance. We are also encouraging tour operators to create in-depth tours for Hong Kong residents to help them plan ahead for the return of international visitors.

“The HKTB believes the West Kowloon neighbourhood programme will not only drive domestic tourism and stimulate consumption, but also spread a positive message and showcase Hong Kong’s new art and cultural travel opportunities to the world and fire up interest in the district among visitors, who are keen to return as soon as borders reopen.”

Five walking routes to uncover a rich heritage

Starting from the beautiful shoreline at the WKCD, the programme extends to Yau Ma Tei and Pitt Street, and spans along Nathan Road to reach streets and paths around Austin Road, Jordan.

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Tokyo tops 500 list of world’s most innovative cities - 2thinknow

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 -- Tokyo topped the 500 list of world's most innovative cities published for the 14th year by data analysts 2thinknow this week.

According to a statement, Tokyo's win was attributed to strong urban technology application, digital capability, and social performance.

Meanwhie, Singapore (5) stayed steady, rising two places globally from its five-year pre-Covid average. The analysts predicted that like Tokyo, Singapore had the digital and economic potential to one day ‘win the city rankings’.

Home to MIT, United States city Boston placed second globally, to defeat previous winner New York. Next place was a rising Sydney, home to a booming start-up industry. Silicon Valley fell to twelfth, its lowest result in over a decade.

In addition, 20 of the top 100 cities were in the Asia region, displacing Europe's normal hold on the top 100. Constant lockdowns had a “greater impact there damaging to mid-size enterprises”, according to the analysts.

For the first time, more than half (54 per cent) of top 100 cities were in the United States. This included often over-looked cities like Little Rock (82) and Omaha (86), in what was described as a 'surprise result' by the data analysts.

Across the full 500 cities, Asian cities rose an average of 34 places for the first time, with Ho Chi Minh City (234) rising 85 places.

The 162 indicators were weighted to address digital transformation, economic recovery, start-ups, technology, smart cities, science, engineering, creativity, mobility and other key civic areas. Data included latest Covid-19 city policies.

2thinknow, the publisher and creator of the city ranking is a data analysts established in Melbourne in 2006 from research started in Vienna in 2005.

All indexes are published on http://www.innovation-cities.com/city-rankings and more details at https://www.innovation-cities.com/innovation-cities-index-2021-global-500/25718/

-- BERNAMA

CHIBA PREFECTURAL GOVERNMENT TO HOLD ONLINE TOURS BY "CITY VOLUNTEERS" DURING TOKYO 2020 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES

CHIBA, Japan, July 9, 2021 /Kyodo JBN-AsiaNet/--

- Experiencing Japan through Virtual Tours -   The Chiba Prefectural Government will provide virtual tours arranged by "City Cast Chiba," an organization of "city volunteers" recruited by the local government, in August and September. Chiba Prefecture will host eight sporting events such as fencing, surfing and goalball at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The virtual tours are designed to help people, who had planned to enjoy local tours or excursions in areas around the Olympics and Paralympics venues, to enjoy alternative experiences. Programs in English, Chinese and Spanish will be posted on the Chiba Prefectural Government's website from mid-July. Those wishing to take part in the programs are required to apply through the website after confirming the programs of their choice. *Participants will be chosen on a first-come-first-served basis.   Image: https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M102229/202106307042/_prw_PI1fl_sdl97845.png     Languages and Tour Schedule *Details of tours and their themes will be posted on the website, as listed below, once they are fixed. *Time is Japan time. *Each tour is limited to 15 participants.   - Tour No. 1 Language: Chinese (1) Aug. 15 (Sun), 2021, from 15:00 to 16:00 (2) Aug. 21 (Sat), 2021, from 11:00 to 12:00 (3) Aug. 29 (Sun), 2021, from 11:00 to 12:00   - Tour No. 2 Language: Spanish (1) Aug. 21 (Sat), 2021, from 20:00 to 21:00 (2) Aug. 22 (Sun), 2021, from 20:00 to 21:00   - Tour No. 3 Language: English (1) Aug. 5 (Thu), 2021, from 19:00 to 20:00 (2) Aug. 21 (Sat), 2021, from 18:00 to 19:00 (3) Sept. 4 (Sat), 2021, from 9:00 to 10:00   -Tour No. 4 Language: English (1) Aug. 5 (Thu), 2021, from 19:00 to 20:00 (2) Aug. 22 (Sun), 2021, from 9:00 to 10:00 (3) Sept. 5 (Sun), 2021, from 18:00 to 19:00   City Cast Chiba: Chiba Prefectural Government https://www.pref.chiba.lg.jp/kkbunka/volunteer2020/en/index.html     Source: Chiba Prefectural Government  http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=40499

YILI INTRODUCES 'DUAL CENTERS' AND 'DUAL INTEGRATION' STRATEGY AT THE GLOBAL DAIRY CONGRESS

 

BEIJING, June 28 (Bernama) -- 

From June 22 to 24, Yili Group, Asia's largest dairy company, participated in the 14th Global Dairy Congress. As the only invited speaker from China, Dr. Zhanyou Yun, Assistant President of Yili, attended the keynote session and delivered a speech entitled "Driving innovation and branding". At the World Dairy Innovation Awards ceremony, an annual event held during the Global Dairy Congress, the judging panel considered 222 entries from 25 countries across 20 categories, and Yili won three awards, including "Best Dairy Drink" for Cute Star Rub Your Tummy dietary fiber yogurt drink, "Best Functional Dairy" for TOORAN Black Milk Powder and "Best Packaging Design" for SATINE X Palace Museum Product of Special Edition. Notably, Yili is the only award winner from Asia and also the one with the most nominations and awards globally. "The era of Industry 4.0 calls for dairy players to embrace digital technology in order to drive greater innovation. Always putting our customers first, Yili has established 'dual centers' online and offline and achieved the 'dual integration' of informatization and digitalization. Digital technology also empowers our partners to improve their efficiency and will ultimately help to provide products of even higher quality for global consumers," said Dr. Yun.  http://mrem.bernama.com/viewsm.php?idm=40383

GRAVITY TO LAUNCH GLOBAL CBT OF TENTATIVELY NAMED 3D MMORPG 'RAGNAROK: PROJECT S' ON JUNE 22

 

- Ragnarok: Project S is the sequel to the hit game ‘Ragnarok: Valkyrie Uprising’

- CBT to last for 7 days starting on June 22 via its Facebook page

- Users can take part in it regardless of their access region and it includes Southeast Asia, Oceania, North America, the UK and Germany

- The CBT will provide events with a variety of benefits

SEOUL, South Korea, June 10 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Gravity Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRVY), a global game service provider, announced that it will start the closed beta test (CBT) of the ‘Ragnarok: Project S’ (tentative title), its 3D MMORPG under development, on June 22, 2021. 
 

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210610005373/en/ 

As a mobile 3D MMORPG against the backdrop of world of Ragnarok Online, Ragnarok: Project S is the sequel to the ‘Ragnarok: Valkyrie Uprising’ that was developed and serviced by Gravity Neocyon. Having been available in the global market for over 6 years from May 2012 to January 2019, ‘Ragnarok: Valkyrie Uprising’ is one of the hit titles of Gravity Neocyon played by over 5 million users.

Gravity will conduct CBT of the Ragnarok: Project S for 7 days starting on June 22 via its official Facebook page. The CBT can be joined by users around the world, regardless of their access regions. Regions such as Southeast Asia, Oceania, North America, the United Kingdom and Germany will all be able to access the CBT. The Ragnarok: Project S CBT will be conducted in English.

In the CBT, users can explore creative story quests, such as scroll quests as well as diversified main and sub-quests, and enjoy a variety of dungeons. Additionally, a new battleground, with giant god warriors that enable users to fight in large-scale battles, will be active during the CBT.

For users participating in CBT of Ragnarok: Project S, Gravity will provide a variety of events, including an appreciation coupon code, a CBT gift event that gives away Diamonds and a costume-wings-mercenary package, a Facebook event where users can show off their own cute characters in costumes, and a leveling Facebook event that allows only powerful users to join.

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