New Blue Dragon Entry for DS

Bandai Namco have announced a new entry in the Blue Dragon series for DS, Ikai no Kyojyuu.

As part of a collaboration between Mistwalker, Bird Studio and Bandai Namco, the game forms a new story in the world of Blue Dragon; where this time you won't be taking the role of Shuu.

Instead players will be conjuring up their own leads, much like Dragon Quest IX, using a full customisation system with visible equipment and weapon change. Shut and chums are still around; but it looks as if they may not be playable, initially anyway. Battles will take place in real-time, mapping commands onto a shortcut bar. Multiplayer is also supported.

The game is due for release in 2009.