Chiikawa Minna Design Launches on Talking ODM With New Characters
The expansion brings six previously unrepresented characters into Talking ODM, broadening the Chiikawa merchandise range beyond the core cast.
Inside
Meccha Chameleon Hide-And-Seek Game Launches June 10 on Steam
The game's core mechanic-painting one's own avatar to camouflage-is an unusual twist on the hide-and-seek genre, and the wishlist has already passed 110,000, signaling strong overseas interest.
Automaton
Original Subnautica Hits All-Time Player Peak After Subnautica 2 Launch
The original Subnautica has now outdrawn its own launch-day peak, driven by a combination of sequel curiosity, a deep discount, and players waiting for the next Subnautica 2 update.
Automaton
PS Plus June 2026 Free Games Include Grounded Fully Yoked Edition
The inclusion of Grounded Fully Yoked Edition, a title that received a major content update over a year after its initial release, shows Sony is using enhanced editions of older games to fill its subscription lineup rather than day-one launches.
GAME Watch, Automaton
Minecraft Java Edition Shelves P2P Play Feature After Pre-Release Test
The removal signals that Mojang is willing to delay or scrap experimental multiplayer features if they do not meet quality standards across the player base, rather than pushing them into a stable release.
Game Spark
GRAPHT Launches New Street Fighter 6 Collaboration Items With Art by Haato
The collaboration reframes classic Street Fighter visual motifs through a contemporary lens, offering a merchandise line that bridges the series' history with its latest installment.
GAME Watch, Inside
S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Theo Announced Ahead of July Premiere
The figure announcement, arriving just over a month before the series premiere, signals Bandai Spirits' confidence in the new Ultraman design and gives collectors an early look at the hero's physical form.
Inside
Japanese Corporate X Accounts Celebrate Dragon Quest's 40th Anniversary
The coordinated, brand-specific humor from companies across industries shows how deeply Dragon Quest has embedded itself in Japanese pop culture, turning a franchise milestone into a cross-sector social media event.
Denfaminicogamer
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Gets First Sale at 25% Off for 40th Anniversary
The first discount on Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, just three months after release, signals Square Enix is using the 40th anniversary to push the remake to a broader audience while the franchise's future direction remains unannounced.
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Destruction AllStars Online Services To End in November
The shutdown of a first-party PS5 launch title due to persistent technical problems and a dwindling player base marks an unusually definitive end for a Sony-published game.
Automaton
FW Gundam Converge Core Full Armor ZZ Gundam Re-Releases With New Hyper Beam Saber
The re-release gives collectors a second chance at a Premium Bandai exclusive that also adds a new weapon accessory, letting owners recreate the climactic battle against the Quin Mantha from Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ.
Anime Anime
Graniph to Release 20-Item Hunter X Hunter Apparel Line on June 2
The collection focuses heavily on the Greed Island arc, a fan-favorite segment of the series, and offers a wide size range from SS to XL, making it accessible to a broad audience.
Inside
DragonSword: Awakening Demo Launches June 16 With Japanese Support
The demo confirms Hound13 is moving forward with a premium, gacha-free model for an anime-style open-world RPG, a notable shift from the free-to-play origins of the project.
Game Spark
KAF Releases 'School Front' Music Video From 5th Album 'Deep Love'
The release marks KAF's fifth album and continues her trajectory as a major virtual singer with arena-level live shows and a growing international audience.
PANORA
One Piece's Luffy Dons Samurai Blue Uniform Ahead of FIFA World Cup
The cover ties One Piece's global reach to Japan's national team ahead of a World Cup that Japan opens against the Netherlands on June 14.
Anime News Network
Kenshi Yonezu Provides Theme Song for Fifth Live-Action Kingdom Film
The fifth film in the live-action Kingdom series gets a theme song from one of Japan's biggest solo acts, Kenshi Yonezu, as the franchise continues its annual summer release pattern.
Anime News Network
Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Reebok Sneakers Release May 27
The collaboration covers the entire mainline series in one product line, a rare breadth for a single sneaker release.
Magmix
Korean Ace Attorney-Like Mystery ADV 'There Is NO PLAN B' Shows at BitSummit PUNCH
The game's strong Japanese wishlist numbers and localization quality suggest a Korean indie studio has successfully targeted the Japanese market by building directly on the DNA of Japanese mystery ADV classics.
Game Spark
Evangelion And Sanrio Characters Crossover Plush Toys Arrive In June
This is the first time Evangelion characters have been paired with Sanrio mascots in a plush prize line, combining two major Japanese pop culture brands for arcade distribution.
Siliconera
40 Years of Dragon Quest: 4Gamer Plays Six Versions of the First Game
The feature offers a concrete, playthrough-based look at how one foundational RPG has evolved across four decades of hardware and design trends, using the same game as a fixed reference point.
4Gamer.net
Call of the Elder Gods Brings Lovecraftian Puzzle Adventure to PC
The sequel expands from a single-island setting to a globe-trotting adventure with dual protagonists and Lovecraftian cosmic horror, retaining the studio's signature puzzle design.
4Gamer.net
Mugensho Record Festival 2026 "RE;GAIN" Special Site Opens, Tickets on Sale May 27
The festival is the final chance to see Matsunaga Iori perform with the full Mugensho Record lineup before her graduation, making it a milestone event for the label.
PANORA
Low Drag Labs Announces New Minimo Playtest for May 27
The playtest marks the first public test of a new class and upgrade system for a title that aims to deliver dense, repeatable MMO-style adventures in short sessions.
Game Spark
Voxel City-Builder 'Town to City' Leaves Early Access to Overwhelmingly Positive Reviews
The game's 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating from thousands of reviews suggests the voxel city-building genre has found a dedicated audience that values gridless construction and a relaxed pace.
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