Expeditions: Samurai Video Diary Shows Japanese Art Influence
The video diary confirms Expeditions: Samurai is shifting from the series' 2D still-image conversations to a 3D dialogue system, a first for the franchise.
4Gamer.net
Star Guardian Soul of the Planet Heroine Ling Xin Gets 1/7 Scale Figure From Snail Shell
The figure's detailed production methods and included diorama-style mouse pad show a push for higher-end presentation in Chinese anime merchandise.
Dengeki Hobby Web
Cinema Theater Tycoon to Release in Q3 2026
The game offers a century-spanning simulation of film exhibition history, from silent films to blockbusters, with management and customization mechanics.
4Gamer.net
Hololive's Nekomata Okayu ADV 'Okayunyumu! R' Steam Version Arrives August 7
The Steam release brings the Hololive VTuber romance ADV to a wider PC audience after its March 2026 console and PC launch.
Automaton
Wizardry Variants Daphne and Final Fantasy XI Collaboration Set for Summer 2026
The collaboration bridges two long-running RPG franchises with very different genres and player bases, and its content will reveal how Final Fantasy XI's characters and items translate into Wizardry Variants Daphne's bone-resurrection system.
Denfaminicogamer, Game Spark
Bandai Releases Toy Story Gashapon Funny Time Series in July
The release adds a new, affordable collectible line to the Toy Story merchandise market, focusing on comedic character moments rather than standard action poses.
Inside
Nakuru Aitsuki and Itsuki Natsume Announce Two-Part Live Event for November 3
The event marks the first joint live for the two singers, who are currently performing the opening theme for the July 2026 anime LV999 no Murabito.
PANORA
Nola Launches Three New Titles Including Grand Prize Winners From Its Novel Labels
The distribution marks the first physical single-volume release of works from Nola's in-house novel labels, signaling a shift from web serialization to retail publication for the platform's original content.
ASCII.jp
Chill with You: Lo-Fi Story Gets Timer Update and Tatsunami Puzzle Collaboration
The count-up timer shifts the game's core loop from timed Pomodoro sessions to open-ended work, broadening its use cases beyond study to activities like model assembly and flashcards.
Denfaminicogamer, Game Spark
Tenku Adds 2TB Storage Model to AOKZOE A1X Portable Gaming PC
The new SKU gives buyers a higher-capacity option for the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 handheld, with a temporary price cut and a bonus screen protector at the official store.
4Gamer.net
ASCII.jp Event to Showcase Rokid AR Spatial Glasses on July 4
The event gives attendees direct access to the Rokid AR Spatial, a device that combines large-screen AR, vision correction, and cloud gaming in a single wearable unit.
ASCII.jp
Slay the Spire 2 Beta Patch Nerfs Defect and Ironclad, Reworks Silent Card
The patch targets dominant strategies for Defect and Ironclad while making Silent's poison build more consistent, signaling Mega Crit's active balancing ahead of the full early access release.
Automaton
The Guild - Europa 1410 Dev Diary Details Economy, Beekeeping, and Bandit Risks
The diary shows the game is building a layered economic simulation where player choices and random events both shape the market, a design that will continue to evolve during early access.
Game Spark
HoYoverse's New Title Varsapura Quietly Moves Forward With Confidentiality Test in China
After eight months of silence following its reveal, the confidentiality test is the first concrete sign that Varsapura is still in active development, though it remains unclear when or on which platforms it will launch.
Inside, Game Spark
Mahjong Pros Publishing Licenses Golden Sakura and Maetel of the Glassy Sea Manga
The two new licenses show Mahjong Pros Publishing expanding its niche focus on mahjong-themed manga beyond textbooks into narrative-driven series.
Anime News Network
Raccoon Sanitation Dept. Announces Multiplayer Treasure-Hunting Game Racc & Roll
The announcement marks the debut Steam release from a four-person indie team that cites WEBFISHING as an influence, suggesting a relaxed, social treasure-hunting experience.
Automaton
Weave Robotics Launches Isaac 1 Home Robot With Tidying and Bed-Making
Isaac 1 expands on the February 2026 Isaac 0 prototype by adding mobility and new household chores, but the continued reliance on remote assistance shows that fully autonomous home robotics remains a work in progress.
GIGAZINE
Reiwa Roman's Takabira Kuruma Stars in Indie Game Lili Respawn
The casting of a well-known comedian as a protagonist who dies repeatedly is a deliberate marketing hook for a game built around respawning as a core mechanic.
Game Spark
Kasane Teto Mochipiko Mascot King Ver. Arrives at Arcades in July
The prize item extends Kasane Teto's physical merchandise presence with a new design from a specific illustrator, aimed at arcade-goers.
Inside
Wednesday Campanella and Peanuts-Kun Release Collaboration Song
The collaboration marks Wednesday Campanella's first guest feature, pairing its pop style with Peanuts-kun's comedic rap in a song that blends a playful premise with social satire.
PANORA
Defying Kurosaki-Kun Manga Gets New Live-Action Series
A second live-action adaptation for a shōjo manga that already had a film and a short drama signals sustained interest in the property, though the announcement gave no cast, staff, or premiere date.
Anime News Network
The Idolmaster Tours Second Stage Event Set for July 27 at Ikebukuro
The event marks the first major content expansion for The Idolmaster Tours since its arcade release, introducing a new game mode and a narrative tour concept that shifts the game's focus from single live production to a nationwide tour scenario.
ASCII.jp
DMM Myca Web Version Launches as Membership Passes 400,000
The web version extends DMM Myca beyond smartphones, and the 400,000-member milestone shows the app has built a substantial user base since its 2023 launch and April 2026 rebranding.
ASCII.jp
Susumu Hirasawa Posts Six Live Performance Videos on Official YouTube Channel
The release marks a rare official upload of live footage from Hirasawa's interactive performances, with a promise of more to come.
Denfaminicogamer