Akane-Banashi Anime Previews 8th Episode
anime 2 sources · May 22

Akane-Banashi Anime Previews 8th Episode

The preview release, combined with the steady rollout of English dub casting, shows Netflix and the production committee are treating Akane-Banashi as a priority global simulcast title, not a niche pickup.

Anime News Network, The Fandom Post
lvl374 Releases Short Visual Novel 'halfmoon' on Steam
games 1 sources · May 22

lvl374 Releases Short Visual Novel 'halfmoon' on Steam

The release marks the first new game from lvl374 since 'NIDANA', and its short, dialogue-driven format with distinctive 1-bit pixel art offers a different experience from the developer's previous work.

Game Spark
Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.3 Launches June 1 With New Character Qianye Blade
games 3 sources · May 22

Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.3 Launches June 1 With New Character Qianye Blade

Qianye Blade is the first new variant of the existing character Blade, shifting his element and path to Fire and Nihility, which changes how he fits into team compositions and signals HoYoverse's continued willingness to reimagine established characters.

4Gamer.net, Game Spark, Inside
Security 51 Playtest Opens to All Participants on Steam
games 1 sources · May 22

Security 51 Playtest Opens to All Participants on Steam

The open playtest signals that Security 51 has moved from a closed testing phase to a public one, letting a wider audience evaluate its horror-tinged security simulation mechanics before a full release.

4Gamer.net
CYTUS II Switch 2 and Switch Port Confirmed for 2027
games 4 sources · May 22

CYTUS II Switch 2 and Switch Port Confirmed for 2027

This marks the first home console release for a core Rayark rhythm title, bringing a mobile hit with over 500 songs to Nintendo's new hardware while adding exclusive content.

4Gamer.net, Denfaminicogamer, Game Spark, and 1 more
WARDOGS Developer Video Details Three Pillars and Funds System
games 2 sources · May 22

WARDOGS Developer Video Details Three Pillars and Funds System

The funds system ties player performance directly to loadout access, creating a risk-reward loop that distinguishes WARDOGS from other large-scale military shooters by making financial management a core tactical consideration.

4Gamer.net, Game Spark