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Metis Creative announced WANE, a turn-based occult RPG with roguelike mechanics, during the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct stream on September 21, 2026. Players control archaeologist Declan Wayne, who returns to the ruins of Ravell and enters a labyrinth built from his own memories. A three-person party of occultists and mercenaries fights grid battles where positioning, cover, and lines of fire matter. Shoreline Games will handle sales, and no release date is set.
Aug 8
Tohakusha opened details for the fifth Identity V creator collaboration, themed Okinawaneo. Original goods using newly drawn illustrations go on sale August 8 at Don Quijote Akihabara, with online orders starting August 31. Four illustrators contribute character art.
Jul 10
The Taiwanese live-action adaptation of the webtoon Itaewon Class, titled Fired Up!, will debut on HBO Max on July 31. The series stars Eric Chou as Luyong Zhou, who fights to uncover the truth behind his father's death while protecting his family's restaurant. The adaptation reimagines the story in a Taiwanese cultural setting, retaining core themes. The original webtoon has over 430 million cumulative views as of January 2025.
Jun 4
Good Smile Company streamed its 'Nendoroid FUNS Good Smile Fest 2026' on June 4, 2026, unveiling a wide range of new Nendoroid figures. The event showcased colored samples and prototypes for numerous upcoming releases. Highlights included a 2.0 version of Mio Akiyama from 'K-On!', Saber in casual wear from 'Fate/stay night', and the Blue-Eyes White Dragon from 'Yu-Gi-Oh!'. Vocaloid characters such as Neru Akita and Haku Yowane also received new Nendoroid forms. Newly announced figures span multiple franchises: from 'Final Fantasy XIV', characters Alphinaud, Yotsuyu, and Emet-Selch were confirmed; from 'Goddess of Victory: NIKKE', Velvet; and from 'Danganronpa 1·2 Reload', Celestia Ludenberg. The 'Super Kaguya-hime!' series added Kaguya, Sakayori Iroha, and Tsukimi Yachiyo. Other reveals included Femto from 'Berserk', Godzilla (2023) from 'Godzilla Minus One', and Magolor from 'Kirby of the Stars'. The 'Nendoroid Surprise' blind-box line will feature sets for 'Blue Archive', 'The Apothecary Diaries', and 'Natsume's Book of Friends'. Pre-orders opened for several items immediately after the stream.