anime 2 sources · Aug 13
The short marks Yamashita's return to the Pokémon franchise after his directorial film debut with Cosmic Princess Kaguya, and it is the first POKÉTOON entry from the newly formed Studio Chromato in collaboration with Studio Colorido.
Anime News Network, Anime Corner
games 3 sources · Aug 13
HELLDIVERS 2 joining the catalog alongside its Devoid of Liberty update gives the game's largest player base yet a free entry point into the live-service shooter, a pattern Sony has used to sustain engagement on older titles.
GAME Watch, 4Gamer.net, Game Spark
figures 2 sources · Aug 13
The lottery is tied to TAMASHII NATION 2026, making the figure a commemorative item that rewards higher-tier CLUB TAMASHII MEMBERS with purchase access.
Anime Anime
vtuber 3 sources · Aug 13
This is the second round of the collaboration, as indicated by the campaign URL and the eligibility of both the first and second round sets in the sticker rally, showing the franchise's continued expansion into real-world events.
Dengeki Hobby Web, PANORA, Anime Anime
vtuber 3 sources · Aug 13
This collaboration brings Nijisanji VTubers into PUBG MOBILE with voice cards and skins, marking a notable crossover between the battle royale game and the VTuber agency, expanding the game's reach into the VTuber fanbase.
4Gamer.net, ASCII.jp, PANORA
vtuber 3 sources · Aug 13
This DLC extends Kizuna AI's presence in Desktop Mate by directly adapting the character's 2026 song "KAMACHO" into interactive desktop content, giving fans a new way to engage with the virtual talent beyond the existing DLC.
Denfaminicogamer, ASCII.jp, PANORA
games 3 sources · Aug 13
The announcement follows Kniv Studio's May release of STARDUST: Wish of Witch, a turn-based strategy RPG that received high praise, positioning High Roller Penny as the studio's next project in a genre that has gained popularity in recent years.
GAME Watch, Automaton, Denfaminicogamer
games 3 sources · Aug 13
The sale and livestream are the first major post-launch push for Sangokushi BOND, signaling Get Wrapped Up's strategy to build a competitive community around its fair-play, no-pay-to-win design.
4Gamer.net, ASCII.jp, Game Spark
other 3 sources · Aug 13
The Pixel 11's Camera Styles feature, which changes image processing at the sensor level rather than applying post-processing filters, marks a deliberate shift by Google toward giving users more control over photo realism, a direction praised by The Verge as a major turning point.
4Gamer.net, ASCII.jp, GIGAZINE
other 3 sources · Aug 13
The XQ series marks ZOWIE's first WQHD monitors, breaking from the full HD resolution the XL series has maintained, and positions the brand against high-refresh-rate OLED competitors on a visibility-focused axis rather than raw refresh rate.
4Gamer.net, GAME Watch (Impress), Game Spark
games 5 sources · Aug 13
The Steam release moves the PC version beyond the Epic Games Store and GRYPHLINE's official launcher, allowing the game to be managed in the same library as other titles and potentially played on Valve-provided hardware such as Steam Deck and Steam Machine.
4Gamer.net, Denfaminicogamer, Automaton, and 1 more
games 3 sources · Aug 13
The mobile version bundles two popular DLCs at launch, a strategy that could expand the game's reach beyond its 4 million PC and console sales, as the free-to-start model lowers the barrier for new players.
GAME Watch, 4Gamer.net, Game Spark
other 5 sources · Aug 13
This move shifts the burden of consent onto individual streamers, a pattern increasingly common across social platforms, and follows a report from August 1 that Twitch and Amazon were planning to use streams for AI training despite internal opposition.
Denfaminicogamer, Automaton, Game Spark, and 1 more
games 4 sources · Aug 13
The simultaneous multi-platform launch across consoles, PC, and mobile positions Animo as a direct competitor in the creature-collecting genre, with the linking mechanic as its distinguishing feature from established franchises.
GAME Watch, Denfaminicogamer, Game Spark
vtuber 3 sources · Aug 13
The AI assistant feature positions nizima LIVE as a tool for automated streaming content, letting VTubers run interactive chat sessions without manual model control, which could change how solo streamers produce content.
ASCII.jp, Denfaminicogamer, PANORA
games 5 sources · Aug 13
This release brings the home console version's exclusive content, including hidden characters like B. Lyar and Robo-Chibiko, to modern platforms for the first time, expanding access to a niche fighting game that has remained talked about among enthusiasts for nearly three decades.
GAME Watch, 4Gamer.net, ASCII.jp, and 2 more
games 5 sources · Aug 13
This release brings a Technos Japan sports title, known for Kunio-kun and Double Dragon, to modern platforms with a discounted upgrade path for existing owners, expanding the Arcade Archives catalog with a five-platform simultaneous launch.
4Gamer.net, GAME Watch (Impress), Denfaminicogamer, and 2 more
games 1 sources · Aug 12
The new Roxy gacha and the upcoming live stream give Chronicle of Echoes players a concrete reason to return to the game in its first month after launch.
ASCII.jp
vtuber 1 sources · Aug 12
An IT company is entering entertainment by forming a VTuber group with a K-pop-trained producer, signaling a push toward global music and performance beyond streaming.
PANORA
games 2 sources · Aug 12
The update expands the hololive fan-made game with a new playable mascot and competitive ranking, while a timed discount pushes the Steam title during its first year.
ASCII.jp
other 2 sources · Aug 12
The group's switch from penlights to the LED bangle marks a new performance format for them, tied to a tournament sponsor's latest technology.
ASCII.jp
industry 1 sources · Aug 12
The joint venture formalizes a partnership announced in May 2026, turning Sony's existing Kumamoto factory into a shared hub that pairs Sony's sensor design with TSMC's manufacturing process for smartphone image sensors.
GIGAZINE
games 1 sources · Aug 12
The 1.0 release delivers the largest update to date, Armageddon, which adds a new game mode, a solo option, and progression systems that reshape the permadeath co-op survival loop.
Game Spark
figures 1 sources · Aug 12
The fifth glamb installment extends the franchise's apparel line with a Golden Wind set that covers the Bucciarati team and Polnareff across full outfits and accessories.
Anime Anime