figures 3 sources · Aug 20
The simultaneous announcements span three different game properties, showing Good Smile Company is using the L size line to cover a mix of classic and current franchises, with two of the three figures slated for the first quarter of 2027.
Dengeki Hobby Web, Inside, Game Spark
other 1 sources · Aug 20
The rollout brings a projection technology already established in over 20,000 venues worldwide into the Japanese market as a direct response to the rising operational costs that theater management faces.
ASCII.jp
games 1 sources · Aug 20
The interview reframes Dishonored as a last-ditch bet that saved Arkane, adding context to the studio's later struggles under Microsoft.
Automaton
other 1 sources · Aug 20
The DEA's involvement signals the investigation may be examining whether controlled substances played a role in Panettiere's death, following a similar pattern to the Matthew Perry case.
Cinema Today
games 2 sources · Aug 20
The demo gives players a hands-on look at the game's physics-based climbing and VR mechanics, where swinging arms to grab cliffs makes the fear of falling more tangible.
Denfaminicogamer
games 1 sources · Aug 20
The game strips city-building down to its traffic network layer, appealing to players who find road optimization the most engaging part of the genre.
Automaton
other 1 sources · Aug 20
The stage play adapts the TV anime with a live werewolf game system that changes each performance, and the free opening day stream gives wider access to the run.
Denfaminicogamer
games 1 sources · Aug 20
The rebranding to StarToU and the debut of MacGuffin signal a shift in the game's identity, moving from a trainee-style concept to a hip-hop-focused creative group, while pre-registration opens the door for early player engagement.
Denfaminicogamer
games 2 sources · Aug 20
The reveal positions 'StarToU' as a platform blending idol culture with interactive technology, and the introduction of 'MacGuffin' signals a shift toward a mature, hip-hop aesthetic that differs from the fresh trainee image, aiming to capture a distinct audience segment.
Inside, Game Spark
games 1 sources · Aug 20
The recommendation positions 'Chaos Zero Nightmare' as a serious alternative for deck-building roguelike fans waiting on 'Slay the Spire 2' updates, with a save-your-deck mechanic that sets it apart.
Automaton
games 4 sources · Aug 20
This marks the first large-scale public showcase of Sanrio's self-published game push, which plans roughly 10 titles by March 2029, letting the company test its party-game and mobile rhythm offerings directly with consumers.
4Gamer.net, GAME Watch (Impress), Game Spark
other 3 sources · Aug 20
The VITURE Pro 2 brings myopia adjustment and a lighter frame to the Pro series for the first time, potentially expanding the XR glasses market beyond users who previously needed separate prescription lens inserts.
GAME Watch, 4Gamer.net, PANORA
games 4 sources · Aug 20
The DMM GAMES distribution deal gives the PC version a dedicated storefront, while the TGS2026 stage with Kazuma's voice actor signals KADOKAWA's push to build pre-release momentum for the 2026 launch.
4Gamer.net, Denfaminicogamer, Inside
manga 1 sources · Aug 20
The announcement marks Yōsuke's return to Sunday GX with a new series after ending Bonnō☆Saiyūki, continuing his focus on food-themed romantic comedy.
Anime News Network
music 1 sources · Aug 20
Metallica's direct social media praise of Ado's festival bookends shows the band's approval of a younger artist's large-scale use of their song across two major festival dates.
Anime News Network
games 2 sources · Aug 20
The equipment stealing mechanic, where losing a battle strengthens the enemy army, is a risk-reward loop that sets Misumon apart from typical auto-battler party builders.
4Gamer.net, Game Spark
games 1 sources · Aug 20
The interview clarifies that Astraea Oratio's nostalgic 1989 Tokyo aesthetic is built by extracting the best essence of past eras and reworking it for modern trends, not by direct reproduction.
Denfaminicogamer
games 2 sources · Aug 20
The Frontier Test expands the playable content beyond the previous Prologue Beta Test and directly applies player feedback to combat, art quality, and UX/UI, signaling the developers' push toward the full release.
Denfaminicogamer
games 2 sources · Aug 20
The game's strong launch reception validates the blend of incremental mechanics with city management, a niche that has found a substantial audience on Steam.
Denfaminicogamer
games 1 sources · Aug 20
The abrupt switch, announced on August 19 with no reason given, replaces the planned Minecraft marathon with a Momotaro Dentetsu marathon and leaves the cast list incomplete days before the stream.
GAME Watch (Impress)
games 1 sources · Aug 20
The interview details how the former Blue Archive art director and team are deliberately reviving the new legend aesthetic of late Showa and early Heisei works in Astrae Oratio.
Automaton
games 3 sources · Aug 20
The game's rapid 'Very Positive' status, achieved within half a day of release, suggests that its absurd premise and physics-based automation loop have strong early appeal, potentially positioning it as a notable indie hit in the sandbox genre.
Automaton, Game Spark
games 1 sources · Aug 20
The package release and the 100,000-download milestone campaign signal that the slow-life sim, which began on Apple Arcade, is now being positioned as a full retail product on Switch and PC.
4Gamer.net
figures 2 sources · Aug 20
The two figures are the 5th and 6th entries in the One Piece x NBA collaboration line, expanding the crossover with sculpts that recreate the key visual's action poses.
Inside