BlazBlue: Chronophantasma

BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma is the next installment in this 2D fighting game series, developed by Arc System Works. It was announced on August 5th 2012 and is set to be released this winter in the Arcades. The game has been confirmed to get a port to the PS3; however, there is no set date yet, nor has a 360 port been mentioned. New stages, music, game mechanics, and three newcomers have been confirmed. In addition, all of the returning characters have been re-balanced and given new moves to add to their arsenal. All of the returning characters' standing sprites, and portrait art have been redrawn, and a few have new costumes.

Instead of individual storylines, there will be a total of three main stories to choose from that lead to the true ending. In these, you will be able to switch the character you currently play.

Returning Cast

 * Ragna the Bloodedge
 * Jin Kisaragi
 * Noel Vermillion
 * Rachel Alucard
 * Taokaka
 * Carl Clover
 * Litchi Faye-Ling
 * Arakune
 * Iron Tager
 * Bang Shishigami
 * Hakumen
 * Hazama
 * Tsubaki Yayoi
 * Makoto Nanaya
 * Valkenhayn R. Hellsing
 * Platinum the Trinity
 * Relius Clover

New Playable Characters
Lambda-11, Nu-13 and Mu-12 are not in the game due to the fact that all three were eliminated in the previous games. However, it is indicated at the end of Continuum Shift that another Murakumo Unit will take their place.
 * Bullet
 * Amane Nishiki
 * Azrael

New Game Mechanics
The following have been removed from BlazBlue as of Chrono Phantasma:
 * Gold Break Bursts
 * Guard Primers

The following mechanics have been added to Chrono Phantasma:
 * Over-Drive: Each character has a new mechanic called Over-Drive. When activated, it gives enhanced strength and access to new moves unique to the character. Normally, Over-Drive lasts 5 seconds; however, at lower health, it lasts around 15 seconds and freezes the timer. The bar to use Over-Drive fills up over time, and can be used only when the bar is full.
 * Crush Trigger: Crush Trigger acts as the replacement for the Gold Break Burst. By sacrificing 25% heat then pressing A+B, it will allow players to crush the opponent's guard during some moves. This doesn't work on the Barrier Guard, however.