[kay]

The world’s premier weapon based fighting game franchise returns to deliver a true next generation fighting experience. Set to finally reveal the origins of the Soulcalibur saga, Soulcalibur IV features both new and familiar faces from across the galaxy, seeking the rival swords for vengeance, honor and salvation.

-------------------Basic Info-------------------
Official sites:
http://www.soularchive.jp/SC4/index.html
http://soulcalibur4.namcobandaigames.com/
Developer: Project Soul
Publisher: Namco Bandai, Ubisoft (Europe)
Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
Release dates:
July 29 - Asia, North America
July 31 - Australia, Japan, New Zealand
August 1 - Europe
Genre: Fighting
Number of players: 1~2
Rating: BBFC 12, CERO C, ESRB T, PEGI 16+
Box arts:

Japan:



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-------------------Characters-------------------

Returning characters:



New characters:



Guest characters:



Bonus characters:



More to come!

-------------------Modes-------------------

Story - Uncover each characters story line as you battle to reveal their motives.
Arcade - Take on the challenge in battle after battle in this classic arcade mode.
Tower of Lost Souls - Fight in special battles to challenge your fighting skills and customizing skills in order to reap the rewards.
Training - Practice your skills to earn your place as the ultimate weapon master.
Character Creation - Create a character unlike any other with custom looks and items. Build your character with items that will affect their skills and abilities which will affect the outcome of your impending battles. Choose wisely as each item affects the attributes of your character. Video explaining some things http://www.gametrailers.com/player/u...es/242627.html

Museum - Movies, back grounds and art that you have unlocked.
More information: http://www.gametrailers.com/player/u...es/242661.html

-------------------Online-------------------

For the first time ever, fight online to prove who is the ultimate Soulcalibur weapon master in the entire world! Multiple online versus modes and ranking styles will allow fans to test their fighting and management skills.
Standard VS - Battle one on one in this classic match up for ultimate bragging rights.
Special VS - Take your customized SC character or newly created character into the world arena and prove if your creation is the best in the world.

New Fighting System Features:

Active Matching Battle (AMB) - Bringing a different take on the battle structure, players fight against multiple opponents under different circumstances in a unique opponent management mechanic.
Equipment Destruction - Once the opponent’s Soul Gauge is weakened, the player will be able to destroy pieces of their enemies armor.
Critical Finish - Perform a devastating Critical Finishing move to defeat opponents with spectacular effects regardless of health bar status!

-------------------Artwork-------------------


-------------------Screenshots-------------------


-------------------Videos-------------------
http://www.gametrailers.com/game/4981.html
http://www.gamersyde.com/game_1286.html

-------------------Reviews-------------------
1UP - A
Gamespot - 8.5
IGN - 8.7


-------------------Links-------------------
Soulcalibur IV Official Custom Character/Costume thread
Online / Matchup Forum
NeoGAF Arcade Stick Thread
Calibur Forum
Soul Calibur Universe
SD TEKKEN

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[kay]

BGM 01-17 - $15 or $1 each
Customize Parts 01 - $1.50
Customize Parts 02 (Not available yet in NA)- $2.50

[MarkMan]

First!

HEY!

This game is pretty fun.

We just held the FIRST EVER SOUL CALIBUR IV tourney here locally.

Pretty good turnout for such short notice. 18 ppl!

I won (btw) !

;D

Sheer luck, once we figure out all the good stuff, everything is going to get much more exciting!



:D

[kay]

You suck :(

be sure to fill in the huge info gaps, there is a lot to find out.

[MarkMan]

Here are some links:

http://caliburforum.com/ - The old official forums for Soul Calibur community since Soul Calibur II. Since then, the forum was kept in tact and moved to different servers. The bulk of the competitive community visit this site.

http://soulcaliburuniverse.com/ - Another great fan powered website.

http://sdtekken.com/ - My site :P ... I will be reviewing stuff like Arcade Sticks and USB Converters etc. for Soul Calibur IV among other games (esp. Tekken).

I played like 0% of any other mode other than versus. So I'll be unlocking stuff.... NOW. BBL.

[MrTroubleMaker]

nice! :D

[Larson Conway]

Yayayay. Can't wait. Day effin one.

[Dina]

Day 1 indeed.

[Xapati]

XBL: AvianAbsolute

Although I'm unfortunately not gonna be playing this much at all until the end of August as I've got important exams coming up and then I'm going on vacation.

Definately can't wait though. It's too bad we don't get a LE in Europe, but Game UK seems to have extras if you preoder from them, so that's probably what I'll do.

[Xapati]

First! HEY! This game is pretty fun. We just held the FIRST EVER SOUL CALIBUR IV tourney here locally. Pretty good turnout for such short notice. 18 ppl! I won (btw) ! ;D Sheer luck, once we figure out all the good stuff, everything is going to get much more exciting! :D

Hey if you have the game, can you say whether or not Team Battle is back? Definitely my favorite mode from SC2.

[Xater]

Still don#t know if I want it. I guess it depends mostlyon how good online works.

[Xapati]

Also I have some Artwork of that robot chick I got off one of the chans and I never saw it anywhere else so I'm posting it here. I'm using some shitty host I found on the official FAQ, so if it fucks up don't blame me.
Edit: I just noticed that the shitty site was giving me ads for pornos when I visit them. Should I take it down? It was on GAFs FAQ though so...

Update: Yeah, I removed them, I'm not gonna risk getting banned. I'll see if I can find a better image host somewhere else.

[NinajHeartless]

XBL: General Convo
PSN: Will Edit With PSN Name Thign Later

Can't wait for this game

year of the fighter indeed

[Durante]

OMG SD Ashlotte!

[Miburou]

Is the NA version censored in any way compared to the JP release? (Ivy's costume?)

[Dabookerman]

PSN : Dabookerman

Can't wait for this. The game doesn't seem to be missing any of the crucial things.

[CAVE343]

I want this :-) How come you have it already MarkMan?

[sixteen-bit]

PSN: XBL:

You should really save this for a separate thread here:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=8

I don't think most people want the names out there for everyone to see (whereas the online board is members only)

[kage]

Can we get any info on team/tag battle modes?

[Spirit of Jazz]

I'm in love with Setsuka's new design... 2 weeks is too far away.

[Costanza]

I'm kinda on the fence about this. Might pick it up.

[Raein]

Can't wait for this game.

I haven't played a good fighting game since Dead or Alive 4, and this game is looking amazing in all respects right now.

[kay]

You should really save this for a separate thread here: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=8 I don't think most people want the names out there for everyone to see (whereas the online board is members only)

Ok, if someone wants to create that thread go ahead, or I'll do it probably on the actual release date.

Is the NA version censored in any way compared to the JP release? (Ivy's costume?)

Not that we know of but I doubt it.

Also I have some Artwork of that robot chick I got off one of the chans and I never saw it anywhere else so I'm posting it here. I'm using some shitty host I found on the official FAQ, so if it fucks up don't blame me. Edit: I just noticed that the shitty site was giving me ads for pornos when I visit them. Should I take it down? It was on GAFs FAQ though so...

I think xs.to might work, not sure if they resize large pics though.

I want this :-) How come you have it already MarkMan?

Some shops were selling it early.

Can we get any info on team/tag battle modes?

I think there is some info about that on Gamefaqs, but it is a mess finding it.

[zoku88]

I'm kinda on the fence about this. Might pick it up.

I'm the same as you. Don't know if I want to get it just yet, but I want to play a fighting game badly (online).

[Anasui Kishibe]

I'll buy it, because my beloved Mitsurugi needs attention

Rock kicks ass tho :lol

and Setsuka..[IMG]http://i37.************/2vcjazt.gif[/IMG]

[kage]

Q:Can I share my custom characters? A:Yes.

I never heard this before.. like, can I take my CaS and load it on another PS3?

[Monocle]

Nice OP. One question: I read somewhere that purchasing the premium edition of the game gives you a code to access exclusive CaS content. Is this true? If not, I'll downgrade my pre-order to the standard version.

[kbear]

Wow, nice OP..

[kay]

I never heard this before.. like, can I take my CaS and load it on another PS3?

I'm not sure how it works, if it is even in the game... my guess is the CAS online battle because you have to download the other character information anyway.

Nice OP. One question: I read somewhere that purchasing the premium edition of the game gives you a code to access exclusive CaS content. Is this true? If not, I'll downgrade my pre-order to the standard version.

Another thing we don't know about, I didn't include that because I have no clue. It is probably nothing or just something that can be bought later.

[Eric WK]

Have it preordered and will probably keep it. Soul Calibur is definitely my favorite fighting series of all time.

[YakiSOBA]

dumb question incoming: does sc4 have online mode 1v1 with randoms and ranking system?

[Seiken]

Most important question:

Will the online be region free?!

[Zero_Phoenix]

Most important question: Will the online be region free?!

Isn't online always region free on Xbox 360 at least?

[sixteen-bit]

I'm kinda on the fence about this. Might pick it up.

Same here. VF5 is still keeping me entertained, but SC is just a series all my friends can enjoy equally.

They seem to be down on this one though, understandably.

[MarkMan]

Is the NA version censored in any way compared to the JP release? (Ivy's costume?)

The costume is the same as the old screens, for NA. In all her boobage glory.

[hteng]

i wanna know the details on how much has nightmare changed, from the recent videos looks like he hasn't change much, seems to be slightly faster and less damaging :(

[MarkMan]

Honestly I think... Everyone is slower, less damaging, has more recovery frames to the moves we used to use A LOT.

The end ;(

[Xapati]

Nvm.

[Dark FaZe]

This game isn't getting enough love. Its going to be a fucking blast.

[Blueblur1]

I am really looking forward to the game!~! I can't wait to kick ass with Talim again!

[Dead Man]

Nice OP. I'm really looking forward to this. Some way over the top shit, as is normal with SC, but also some cool designs, and hopefully some new tricks to discover.

[hirokazu]

Shit, I still haven't pre-ordered this yet...

Tomorrow, I will do it...

[tribal24]

hopefully i get the game right now found a place in nyc that got it early

[MMaRsu]

Someone please make a wallpaper out of that awesome Kilik & Mitsurugi artwork...

[Spider_Jerusalem]

Got the preview code on friday, but I still have to play it deeply. I just tried it about 30 minutes. Two quick tidbits: i think this is the first game in the series with an in-engine opening cinematic (and I don't find it as nice as the cg ones), and playing the game (360), I don't find the graphics as good as the screenshots show, expecially the lighting.

[MarkMan]

I think the graphics are as good as the screens... What kind of TV/resolution are you running it on?

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UNLOCKABLES (CHARACTERS) Spoilers maybe?

K!

You unlock the guest characters by completing story mode scenarios with the default cast. This includes Angol Fear, Ashlotte, Kamikirimusi, Scheherazade, & Shura.

You can purchase the rest of the main cast that is grayed out on the main character select screen. They are 4000 G each.

For Darth Vader's Secret Apprentice you have to unlock him by beating arcade mode with Darth Vader/Yoda. He will show up as the sub boss before Angol.

Random notes:

- In the museum mode you can view the endings again. There is a LOT of content you can unlock as well.
- In 300 + matches of play not once did anyone land a Critical Finish. So don't worry about it breaking the game.

[Blutonium]

I came back from my holiday on Gran Canaria yesterday, and I saw Soul Calibur IV over there in the islands biggest mall.

Sooo PAL is already released even though websites say end of July?

[Ermac]

Woot! Sweet thread.

[Jirotrom]

First! HEY! This game is pretty fun. We just held the FIRST EVER SOUL CALIBUR IV tourney here locally. Pretty good turnout for such short notice. 18 ppl! I won (btw) ! ;D Sheer luck, once we figure out all the good stuff, everything is going to get much more exciting! :D

too bad I wasn't there.... you would have been destroyed :p I really want this game, its the only game I am buying for a good while.

[SiegfriedFM]

MMaRsu:

Some here (with a small tag in the bottom right):

Taki and Mitsurugi
Big version (1080p):
http://www.gamereactor.se/media/big/...der_157421.jpg

Xianghua and Kilik
Big version (1080p):
http://www.gamereactor.se/media/big/...der_157423.jpg

The rest of them:

http://www.gamereactor.se/bild/?textid=14465&id=157421