Sega have released a trailer for the upcoming Hatsune Miku DLC for Space Channel 5 VR: Kinda Funky News Flash.
While the DLC was announced at the start of June, this is the first trailer showing vocaloid Hatsune Miku in action. Along with bringing Miku along for the adventure, players can also change Ulala’s costume to something inspired by the original vocaloid.
The Space 39 Miku Pack was originally slated to launch worldwide July 27th on PlayStation VR. However, the video description now only mentions July, 2020. We will keep you informed as we learn more.
You can find the Hatsune Miku × SpaceChannel5 VR Official English Trailer below.
You can find the full run-down (via PlayStation) below:
The Galaxy’s Only Chance…Is Dance!
SEGA’s legendary rhythm game “Space Channel 5” is coming back with Virtual Reality, More poses you strike, more viewer ratings you get, and the more heads you can turn as you dance til you drop and save the Universe!
Set in the 25th century, Space Channel 5’s top reporter Ulala is hosting a news report on mysterious dancing incident involving the aliens known as “Morolians” that forces people to dance. Fight against the invading aliens by dancing and recieving more views and helping Ulala win the ultimate dance battle.
Your power is dance and the mission is to protect the earth against invading aliens. Alongside our heroine Ulala you will travel through the music filled world of “Space Channel 5”. Master a series of life saving dance poses while dancing to funky beats that made Space Channel 5 one of the most beloved SEGA franchises. More poses you strike, more viewer ratings you get, and the more heads you can turn as you dance til you drop and save the Universe!
Modes
- Story Mode: Join Channel 5 as a rookie reporter alongside Ulala
- Arcade: Play an introductory mode recommended for VR beginners
- Trial Dance: Play 100 dances in a row in this exercise and endurance mode
- Viewing: Watch the story again through a third person perspective and multiple camera angles
- Friendopedia: View character biographies
- Dressing Room: Change Ulala’s outfits as you unlock them through the game
- Calories: Track the calories burnt during gameplay
What is Space Channel 5?
“For all the people who love music, dance, and games” is the motto of the original musical action game, Space Channel 5, which was first released in December 16th, 1999. Set in outer space during the 25th century, Space Channel 5 stars top reporter Ulala, who must solve an incident involving the Morolians, a mysterious race of aliens who are forcing people to dance. In the game, you’ll fight against the invaders by dancing, and win dance battles to gain more viewer ratings for Ulala.
Space Channel 5 VR: Kinda Funky News Flash! is available on PlayStation VR, and coming soon to Windows PC (via Steam VR, Oculus Rift, and Viveport).
