Sega crept down Japan's chimney and left a special something in the nation's stocking (apart from Phantasy Star Zero): a March 5 release date for its Etrian-Odyssey-a-like RPG, 7th Dragon. They also distributed new screens (here) and a short battle video (past the jump).
But
wait, there's more! Those who pre-order the title (in Japan, natch) can
get their hands on the above "Dragon Chronicle" booklet, which comes
with a soundtrack CD. It's not the most attractive bonus we've laid
eyes on, but it does perform a neat function, aside from containing
developer interviews and character sketches. Those who examine this
closely enough will be able to find hidden codes within, which in turn
unlock concealed items in the game -- a bit like Ni-no-kuni: The Another World's custom spellbook, if not quite as integral to gameplay.
