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Nintendo Switch 2: Zelda 40th Anniversary and software news

303 clusters · 730 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Nintendo reveals Hyrule world map for Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake

Nintendo’s Switch 2 has reportedly become the fastest-selling video game hardware in US history, reaching nearly 20 million units sold within a year. Despite recent global price hikes, the company maintains strong moment

Detective Precure franchise expansion and record-breaking

14 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Detective Precure! Movie sets series opening record

The “Detective Precure!” franchise has entered a period of significant media expansion centered around the September 18 release of the theatrical film, “Detective Precure! The Mysterious Garden and Two Secrets.” The film

Xbox Game Pass updates and Disc-to-Digital expansion

47 clusters · 274 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Microsoft surveys Xbox users on Project Helix disc drive support

Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass continued its catalog rotation through August 2026. Early in the month, the service added Heretic + Hexen and Beast of Reincarnation, followed by Bounty Star, Date Everything!, and several game

Launch and expansion of The Blood of Dawnwalker saga

11 clusters · 145 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Blood of Dawnwalker player statistics and sequel details revealed

The Blood of Dawnwalker has officially launched on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Rebel Wolves—a studio founded by former CD Projekt Red developers—and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, the t

Tales of Eternia Remastered release preparations

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Latest: Bandai Namco announces Tales of Eternia Remastered pre-orders

Bandai Namco has begun promotional activities for the upcoming release of Tales of Eternia Remastered. Initial updates included a character trailer focusing on Chat, a character described as the great-granddaughter of th

The Blood of Dawnwalker gameplay and sales updates

7 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Rebel Wolves to update The Blood of Dawnwalker in October

Information regarding the video game ‘The Blood of Dawnwalker’ has expanded to include detailed mechanics for character progression, quest strategies, weapon selection, and romance storylines. Developed by Rebel Wolves—a

Blood of Dawnwalker RPG: Release and commercial success

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Latest: Rebel Wolves' The Blood of Dawnwalker sells 1 million copies on $40M budget

Bandai Namco and Rebel Wolves released *The Blood of Dawnwalker* on 3 September 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. Set in 14th-century Carpathian Europe, the RPG follows Coen

Evangelion anime merchandise releases

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Evangelion plastic model kits announced by Good Smile Company and Plex

New merchandise and collectibles based on the Evangelion anime series have been announced by various manufacturers. In late August, BANDAI SPIRITS scheduled the release of the ‘Ichiban Kuji Evangelion: New Theatrical Ed

Development and reception of Sweekar AI companion

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: AI technology advances with Sweekar companion and consciousness debates

Takway AI introduced Sweekar, an AI-powered virtual pet designed to evolve through four physical growth stages: egg, baby, adolescent, and adult. Presented at CES 2026, the egg-shaped device utilizes robotics, voice reco

1000 Hz esports monitor launches at ChinaJoy 2026

5 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: LG launches first 1,000 Hz 1080p gaming monitor

At the ChinaJoy expo in late July 2026, LG Electronics introduced its UltraGear 25G590B, a 24.5-inch IPS gaming monitor with a native 1000 Hz refresh rate (over-clockable to 1100 Hz) and a 1 ms gray-to-gray response. Pri

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve release information

6 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Bandai Namco announces live-action prequel for Ace Combat 8

Bandai Namco has provided progressive details regarding the upcoming flight combat game, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Initial previews at Gamescom showcased a hands-on demo set in the fictional world of Strangereal duri

Establishment and development of VS Studio

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Katsuhiro Harada reveals details on upcoming VS Studio project

Following the May 2026 founding of VS Studio by Katsuhiro Harada with financial backing from SNK, the Tokyo-based studio began recruiting veteran developers. In August 2026, former Tekken director Kohei Ikeda officially

Pom Pom Purin 30th Anniversary merchandise and events

11 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Pompompurin to release new sticker book in September 2026

In late July 2026, Sanrio announced the 30th-anniversary celebration for its character Pom Pom Purin. An initial rollout was scheduled for August 1 at the Abeille retailer, featuring items such as a plush-backpack, die-c

Haikyuu!! 2026 promotional collaborations

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Japanese animation franchises launch new merchandise and movie bonuses

In July 2026, the *Haikyuu!!* franchise rolled out a series of summer promotions across Japan. The first initiative, announced on 22 July, introduced a three-dimensional Ichiban Kuji lottery featuring figurines of Hinata

Elden Ring Switch 2 release and community reactions

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Latest: Elden Ring and Lies of P arrive on Nintendo Switch 2

Following technical concerns regarding performance in handheld mode during Gamescom 2025, FromSoftware released new gameplay footage for Elden Ring on the Nintendo Switch 2, suggesting that development adjustments have i

Video game industry releases and market trends

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Gaming industry updates: Sales leaders and Gamescom previews

The video game industry saw significant activity regarding new releases and market performance in late 2026. In late August, upcoming titles included the cyberpunk game ‘Shadow Blade Zero’, which requires high-end hardw

Japanese anime and hobby merchandise releases

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Latest: Japanese anime brands announce new merchandise and collectibles

In August 2026, Bandai Spirits announced several anime-themed prize figures, including the ‘Relax time’ series from ‘Uma Musume Cinderella Girls’ and various ‘Mobile Suit Gundam’ items such as a chest-sensor light and a

Onimusha: Way of the Sword sales and IP revival strategy

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Latest: Capcom's Onimusha: Way of the Sword sells 1 million units on launch

Capcom’s revived Onimusha title, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, officially launched worldwide on 4 September 2026. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam, the Epic Games

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 announcement and details

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 trailer reveals new Android race and AGE 1000 setting

Bandai Namco announced Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 at gamescom 2026, with a scheduled release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game is set in the year AGE 1000, approximately 148 years after the previo

Bandai Namco BLEACH Mirrors High mobile game release

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Bleach Mirrors High mobile RPG opens pre-registration

Bandai Namco Entertainment has opened pre-registration for its new mobile action RPG, BLEACH Mirrors High, for iOS and Android. The game features an original story set after the ‘Thousand-Year Blood War’ arc and was deve

Digimon Story: Time Stranger launch and expansion plans

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Latest: Bandai Namco announces Digimon Story Time Stranger expansion for 2027

Following the July 10, 2026, launch of Digimon Story: Time Stranger, Bandai Namco and developer Media Vision Inc. have announced further expansions for the franchise. In September 2026, the companies revealed a major e

Bandai Namco Sword Art Online DLC announcement

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Bandai Namco announces Genesis Maidens DLC for Echoes of Aincrad

Bandai Namco Entertainment announced ‘Genesis Maidens’, a paid DLC expansion for the action RPG ‘Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad’. The expansion is scheduled for release in the winter of 2026, with specific timing fo

Dragon Ball Super: Beerus anime production and release

4 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Dragon Ball Super remake schedule may delay Galactic Patrol arc

Details regarding the upcoming anime series ‘Dragon Ball Super: Beerus’ have emerged, highlighting its role as an ‘enhanced’ edition of the franchise. Early reports suggested the series might consist of 19 to 20 episodes

Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters release and reception

5 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters returns after six years

Following its August 28, 2026, launch by Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia and developer Tamsoft, Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters has been noted as the return of the arcade football franchise after a six-year hiatus. Av

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition released for Nintendo Switch 2

3 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: FromSoftware brings Elden Ring to Nintendo Switch 2

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 was officially released on August 28, 2026, following a delay from its original October 2025 target. The compilation includes the original 2022 game, the Shadow of

One Piece franchise global celebrations

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Latest: One Piece franchise holds major global events in Japan and the US

The One Piece franchise conducted a series of global celebratory events in August 2026. Initially, organizers announced the schedule for One Piece Day, a two-day event at Makuhari Messe in Japan featuring a worldwide liv

Supermassive Games workforce reductions

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Schell Games announces first layoffs in 24 years

Supermassive Games, a British developer known for horror titles, has announced a redundancy consultation process that could result in up to 75 job losses. The studio described the restructuring as a “necessary step to he

Tekken 8 Season 3 character updates

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Bandai Namco releases Bob as playable character in Tekken 8

Bandai Namco announced the addition of the character Bob to Tekken 8 as part of the Season 3 DLC roadmap. The character, a Freestyle Karate fighter, was scheduled for early access for Season 3 Pass holders on August 19,