Disgaea DS gets firm Euro release

The pocket adventure will be released on April 3.

Square Enix today announced the April 3 release date for Nippon Ichi Software's Disgaea DS across Europe and PAL territories.

Disgaea DS is an updated portable version of Disgaea: Hour of Darkness, previously available on the PlayStation 2. The DS version introduces a new duel system multiplayer mode, complete with customisable rules and game options. Players will also be able to connect to friends' handhelds to swap and share items.

The DS version also features a dedicated story for Etna and an all-new ending on completion of this mode.

John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix commented: "Nippon Ichi's Disgaea DS delivers a unique portable gaming experience which can be enjoyed by everyone. Thanks to the series' trademark cheerful and fun style, Disgaea DS is set to appeal to all players across Europe and other PAL territories."