BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend is the second revision of Continuum Shift.

Information
As the second major revision of Continuum Shift, Extend will be released for the PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. The PS3/360 versions will be released as a standalone disc only, with no DLC upgrade option. The Vita version will be the first portable Blazblue to be virtually identical to the console versions in terms of graphics. Players will be able to transfer their save data between the Vita and PS3 versions, and there will be cross-platform online multiplayer as well. BBCSX will feature Relius Clover as a brand new character, along with the arcade version's latest balance update. Abyss Mode, first seen in the portable versions of BBCSII, will be added. Story Mode has been revamped, adding additional scenes and dialogue, as well as making some alterations in certain areas. Story Mode also includes the two EX stories from the portable versions, a revamped version of Calamity Trigger's story mode which uses CSX's balance and Story mechanics, and 4 new stories for Valkenhayn, Makoto, Platinum, and Relius. Network mode has been adjusted to allow team play such as 2v2, 3v3 and 2v4, and has also been tweaked from the previous installment. Another new mode confirmed to be included is Unlimited Wars, where the player fights through a gauntlet of Unlimited-version opponents. The game was released in Japan on December 17, 2011. Aksys has confirmed a US release on Feburary 14th, and there will be a Arcade Stick for Xbox 360 and PS3 for Japan, other places are yet to be comfirmed. The American limited edition version of the game will contain an artbook, a 2012 calendar, and a soundtrack CD.

Playable Characters

 * Ragna the Bloodedge
 * Jin Kisaragi
 * Noel Vermillion
 * Rachel Alucard
 * Taokaka
 * Carl Clover
 * Litchi Faye-Ling
 * Arakune
 * Iron Tager
 * Bang Shishigami
 * Lambda-11
 * Hakumen
 * Hazama
 * Tsubaki Yayoi
 * Mu-12
 * Makoto Nanaya
 * Valkenhayn R. Hellsing
 * Platinum the Trinity
 * Relius Clover

Modes

 * Tutorial Mode - Learn everything from the basics of 2D fighting game mechanics to the advanced and unique systems of BlazBlue.
 * Arcade Mode - Enjoy the character's individual stories while fighting your way through the 10 computer opponents.
 * Versus Mode - Fight against a computer or your friends.
 * Score Attack Mode - Fight against the computers with regulated setting and compete for the highest score. The final scores can be uploaded to the Xbox LIVE / PlayStation Network Leaderboards.
 * UnlimitedMars Mode - Fight against Unlimited Characters.
 * Training Mode - Practice moves and set a variety of parameters and enemy acitons.
 * Challenge Mode - Take on a variety of missions set for each character.
 * Abyss Mode - Defeat waves of enemies, strengthening your character along the way. Reach the bottom level of Kagutsuchi.
 * Story Mode - Enjoy an even more in-depth story of the BlazBlue universe.
 * Gallery Mode - Listen to music, watch videos, view pictures, or enjoy the voice acting here.
 * Replay Theater Mode - Manage and playback replay data you have downloaded or recorded.
 * Network Mode - Connect to Xbox LIVE / PlayStation Network and battle other players via the Network.

Downloadable Contents

 * Main article: BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend/Downloadable Contents