In Japan, theMonster Hunterbrand can do no wrong. The series is beloved there; it can easily use its clout to sell a variety of other products, includingenergy drinks,calendars, andcats wearing Hello Kitty hats.That’s part of why its so strange to see the gang fromGatchaman(also known asBattle of the Planetsin the states) try to spread awareness forMonster Hunter Tri 3G. Its sort of like if Inspector Gadget suddenly came out retirement to let the world know that a newCall of Dutygame is coming out this winter.
That said, it’s not entirely surprising to see this bird-obsessed, super tactical ninja team hock a Capcom product.Tatsunoko Vs. Capcomdidn’t come into existence because anyone thought it would make a lot of money. It exists because the staff at Capcom really loves Tatsunoko, and that includesGatchaman.
So if you’ve been wondering why videogame lovers the world over (including DestructoidEditor-in-ChiefNick Chester) are changing their twitter avatars to 80’s era Japanese cartoon characters, wonder no more. There is also plenty ofMonster Hunter Tri 3Gfootage to be found amidst all the insanity here, so those of you looking for some actual videogame news are also in luck.
Gatchaman & Monster Hunter 3G cross-promotional videos[GoNintendo]
