It is hard to find a gory game which has not had to be toned down in order to be released in certain regions. With that in mind, it is refreshing to see companies such as Rising Star, still publishing games that incorporate that risk factor. While the first “No More Heroes” ended up being published by another company, it was Rising Star that grabbed the reigns for releasing the sequel in European territory. With “No More Heroes 2”, Grasshopper Manufacture has changed its strategy and presents a game that is more accessible to a wider audience. Should anti hero Travis Touchtown have come out of retirement, or would it have been better to just call it a day?

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In yet another unique take on promoting No More Heroes 2 : Desperate Struggle, Rising Star has teamed up with fashionable label Chateau Roux. This deal means that anyone going into or even just passing through the store in Carnby Street, will be greeted by the main character wearing his trademark look from the game. The store will also have clothing inspired by the game which anyone can buy.

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This week marks the return of Travis Touchdown to the European market with No More Heroes 2 : Desperate Struggle. With that in mind Rising Star has uploaded the final title, which is appropriately titled “Tiger style” . In it the customizing menu can be seen along with all its many options. After getting dressed in a rather fetching tiger outfit, Travis proceeds to slice and dice enemies. It finishes off with a climactic event where the tiger inside is unleashed onto unsuspecting enemies.

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The sequel to the unique No More heroes video game is coming up soon to Europe. With a vague April release there is only a month and a few weeks to go. In the United States, where it is already released, there has been a lot of positive feedback already given to the game.

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