Pre-purchase Azur Lane: Crosswave on Steam & Save!
Pre-purchase Azur Lane: Crosswave on Steam & Save!
With a little over a week left until the launch of the 3D action shooter, Azur Lane: Crosswave, we’re excited to share that you can now pre-purchase the game on Steam!
We also have a couple more updates, including 5 support characters and a website update explaining the battle mechanics! Characters:Sakura Empire:HarunaEagle Union:Hammann, Helena, HornetRoyal Navy:Prince of WalesSystem:Battle MechanicsAzur Lane: Crosswave will launch physically and digitally on the PlayStation®4 in North America next week on February 13, 2020 and on February 21, 2020 in Europe!The Steam® version will also launch worldwide on February 13, and includes Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and English subtitles.
NEPTUNE WILL BE AVAILABLE AS A FREE DOWNLOAD ON PSN & STEAM FOR 1-MONTH
Neptune from the beloved Neptunia™ series will also be available as a free download on PlayStation™Network and Steam for ONLY one month starting from each region’s respective launch day. She will not be available for purchase or download after the month has passed.
Steam users can SAVE 20% with a WEEKLONG launch discount on the Main Game starting February 13. There will also be three bundles available that will include a permanent 10% discount: DLC Bundle, Deluxe Bundle, and Complete Bundle. The Deluxe Pack is also included free with the Azur Lane: Crosswave Steam Limited Edition available for purchase on the IFI Online Store. The Deluxe Pack includes: PC Wallpapers (x5 designs available in 1280×720, 1600×1900, 1920×1080) Soundtrack (x16 tracks) Azur Lane: Crosswave Desktop Theme Preorders for the Azur Lane: Crosswave Limited Edition are NOW AVAILABLE through the IFI NA Online Store and IFI EU Online Store! More information available below.
Today’s update takes an in-depth look into the Battle Mechanics of the game and how certain characters can change up how the battles will play out.
Controlling Your Fleet: Each character has unique characteristics that can impact a player’s gameplay. Players will notice that some characters move faster than others and some may have the ability to create a shield. You can also switch between playable characters on the battlefield by using the directional buttons. It is recommended to try out a variety of characters to find what type of fleet works best for you!
Armaments: Playable characters can have up to two weapons or “armaments” equipped. Types of armaments will vary depending on which character is being equipped. Some characters will have longer reload times for their armaments, so players will need to be conscious about how often they fire during a battle.
Aircraft Carriers: Aircraft carrier-class characters can equip 3 different types of planes or “aircraft”: Fighters, Bombers, and Attackers. Depending on which aircraft is used, players will either have to manually deploy these planes or they will be sent out automatically. Each type of aircraft has its own strengths and weaknesses. So choose wisely!
Lock-On Attacks: When a character’s Lock-On gauge is maxed, players can unleash a powerful attack that will target all enemies within the lock-on range. These are extremely useful when you find yourself in a pinch.
Each character belongs to a Nation participating in the Joint Military Exercise: Sakura Empire, Eagle Union, Royal Navy, Iron Blood, and Dragon Empery. Learn more about the Nations below!
Sakura Empire: An island nation in the east which abides by its culture of honor and tradition.
Eagle Union: The democratic federation which values the principles of freedom and harmony.
Royal Navy: The constitutional monarchy which prides itself in its glorious history of nobility.
Iron Blood: The military empire which strives for phenomenal advancements in technology.
Dragon Empery: A nation located on the eastern continent “Shinshu.” It is called Dragon Empery by outsiders, but by citizens it is called Donphan.
Full-Time Secretary/Battle Support:Secretary Ship: Appears on main menus when not engaged in battle. Secretary Ship can be a playable character or support character. Having a ship as your secretary can lead to some interesting events to happen! Support: Can be selected to assist in battle. When certain conditions are met, support characters can perform different support skills such as attacks, buffs, and heals. Playable characters can also be deployed as support characters, lending a different set of skills than if they were controlled.
Hammann Eagle Union’s No. 4 Sims-class who accents her maid-like attire with a white, furry headband. She is almost never honest with her feelings, and complimenting her will lead to the most tsundere reaction one can ever expect. Trying to blush more than her is quite a feat, actually. She’s hesitantly participating only as support for the Joint Military Exercise, but she is hoping she can make new friends there.
Haruna Kongou’s younger sister. Unlike her sister, who was raised at the Royal Navy, she was raised at the Sakura Empire, and longs to be as graceful and refined as Kongou. Then again, Haruna is often found solving problems with her fists, and her wild side makes it difficult to attain this grace she so longs for. She is working apart from Kongou at the Joint Military Exercise. What she will experience there is yet to be told.
Prince of Wales A key member of Royal Navy who exudes grace and elegance coupled with the charisma of those within the royal family. She dresses well and is currently residing at Sakura Empire along with Hood in place of Queen Elizabeth and Warspite. She doesn’t brag about her vessel’s history, and puts her full effort into supporting the Joint Military Exercise in the name of the Royal Navy. She has a keen interest in seeing the performance and fine dining at the event.
Helena Helena is St. Louis’ younger sister, and excels in offering support, which comes from her self-sacrificing nature. When she first joined, she wasn’t very confident about herself, but her proficiency with using SG radars brought results, which led to many relying on her for help. It’s no surprise that she’s participating in the Joint Military Exercise as support. She is looking forward to the event, and is also hoping to get a chance to be with her older sister and members from the other nations.
Hornet Enterprise’s younger sister gives off a brazen appearance but she’s hardworking at heart. Having someone as great as Enterprise as a sister does makes things a bit difficult for Hornet, but she is constantly working to make herself great so that she can accomplish greater goals. She does take after her sister in the form of leadership, and has a lot of friends to boot. She decides to visit the Sakura Empire to cheer for everyone who is participating in the Joint Military Exercise.
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Hammann Eagle Union’s No. 4 Sims-class who accents her maid-like attire with a white, furry headband. She is almost never honest with her feelings, and complimenting her will lead to the most tsundere reaction one can ever expect. Trying to blush more than her is quite a feat, actually. She’s hesitantly participating only as support for the Joint Military Exercise, but she is hoping she can make new friends there.
Haruna Kongou’s younger sister. Unlike her sister, who was raised at the Royal Navy, she was raised at the Sakura Empire, and longs to be as graceful and refined as Kongou. Then again, Haruna is often found solving problems with her fists, and her wild side makes it difficult to attain this grace she so longs for. She is working apart from Kongou at the Joint Military Exercise. What she will experience there is yet to be told.
Prince of Wales A key member of Royal Navy who exudes grace and elegance coupled with the charisma of those within the royal family. She dresses well and is currently residing at Sakura Empire along with Hood in place of Queen Elizabeth and Warspite. She doesn’t brag about her vessel’s history, and puts her full effort into supporting the Joint Military Exercise in the name of the Royal Navy. She has a keen interest in seeing the performance and fine dining at the event.
Helena Helena is St. Louis’ younger sister, and excels in offering support, which comes from her self-sacrificing nature. When she first joined, she wasn’t very confident about herself, but her proficiency with using SG radars brought results, which led to many relying on her for help. It’s no surprise that she’s participating in the Joint Military Exercise as support. She is looking forward to the event, and is also hoping to get a chance to be with her older sister and members from the other nations.
Hornet Enterprise’s younger sister gives off a brazen appearance but she’s hardworking at heart. Having someone as great as Enterprise as a sister does makes things a bit difficult for Hornet, but she is constantly working to make herself great so that she can accomplish greater goals. She does take after her sister in the form of leadership, and has a lot of friends to boot. She decides to visit the Sakura Empire to cheer for everyone who is participating in the Joint Military Exercise.
