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MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls Adds Hulk And Black Panther
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Arc System Works announced that Hulk and Black Panther will join MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls as playable characters. The fighting game will also feature a new Wakanda stage and a new trailer for the "Fighting Avengers" team. MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls is set to release on August 6 for PlayStation 5 and PC.
Marvel Tokon's Fighting Avengers Squad Adds Two More Characters to Sony's PS5, PC Brawler
Sony and Arc System Works have revealed Hulk and Black Panther as new playable characters for the upcoming fighting game Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, available on PlayStation 5 and PC. Hulk is a heavy-hitter with a Gamma Gauge for enhanced power, while Black Panther, revealed as Shuri, is a fast, agile fighter wielding the Spear of Bashenga. The game is set to release on August 6, 2026, with a roster of 20 characters at launch and plans for four additional DLC characters.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Trailer Reveals Black Panther, Hulk, and the Fighting Avengers
Arc System Works and Sony released a new trailer for the fighting game Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, showcasing Black Panther (Shuri) and Hulk joining the roster alongside Captain America and Iron Man. The game launches August 6th for PlayStation 5 and PC, featuring 20 characters at launch with more planned post-launch.
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes Reveals Zohar DLC Fighter for Summer 2026
Arc System Works and French Bread have announced that Zohar, the fourth DLC character for Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes, will be released in Summer 2026. The fighting game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Under Night In-Birth 2 Sys:Celes getting Zohar as new DLC character
Arc System Works and French-Bread announced that Zohar will be the next DLC character for Under Night In-Birth 2 Sys:Celes, releasing in Summer 2026 on Nintendo Switch. Further details on Zohar's battle style and abilities will be revealed later.
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes DLC character Zohar announced
Arc System Works and French-Bread have announced Zohar, a new downloadable content character for Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes. Zohar, described as the "Doppelganger," will launch this summer. The game is currently available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Sony's PS5, PC Fighting Game Marvel Tokon Is Teasing a 'Surprise' at EVO Japan
Arc System Works is teasing a surprise announcement for their upcoming fighting game Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls at EVO Japan. The reveal is scheduled for Sunday, May 3rd, and is speculated to be a new trailer showcasing additional playable characters or potentially a public beta test. The game is set to release on August 6th for PlayStation 5 and PC.
River City Saga: Journey to the West Launches June 4
Arc System Works America announced that River City Saga: Journey to the West will launch on June 4, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game adapts the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West with roguelike progression and comedy action-adventure elements. The Kunio-kun series also celebrates its 40th anniversary with a commemorative website.
Digiphile Launches “Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase” Bundle Featuring PEAK
Digiphile has launched the "Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase" bundle, featuring eight games including PEAK, Content Warning, Another Crab's Treasure, HASTE, and Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish foundation. The bundle is available for two weeks and also includes artwork by Gina Chacón. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for other games like River City Saga: Journey to the West and ULTRAKILL.
Roguelike Beat ’Em Up 'River City Saga: Journey to the West' Sets June Release Date Covering the Events of
Arc System Works announced that the roguelike beat 'em up River City Saga: Journey to the West will be released on June 4, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game blends side-scrolling combat with roguelike progression, featuring over 80 unlockable 'Secret Skills' and three distinct combat styles.
River City Saga: Journey to the West Launching June 4
Arc System Works' roguelike action title, River City Saga: Journey to the West, is launching on June 4 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a "Skill Enhancement" system for stat boosts and is based on the classic Journey to the West novel, reimagining its characters with a comedic action-adventure twist.
Arc System Works announces River City Saga: Journey to the West set to launch on June 4, 2026!
Arc System Works announced that River City Saga: Journey to the West will launch on June 4, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam. This roguelike action game, inspired by the Chinese classic "Journey to the West," features Kunio characters as the protagonists and offers three unique playstyles.
Roguelite Action Game 'River City Saga Journey to the West' Launches June 4
Arc System Works and UnitePlus announced that the roguelite action game River City Saga: Journey to the West will be released on June 4 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game reimagines the classic Chinese tale 'Journey to the West' with roguelite elements, featuring changing layouts, enemies, and items each run, alongside character progression through upgrades and a skill enhancement system.
River City Saga: Journey to the west releases this June for Nintendo Switch
Arc System Works and UnitePlus have announced that River City Saga: Journey to the West will be released digitally on the Nintendo Switch on June 4, 2026, for $19.99. This action RPG features roguelike progression and a character skill enhancement system, drawing inspiration from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West.
River City Saga: Journey to the West launches in June
Arc System Works and UnitePlus have announced that River City Saga: Journey to the West will be released on June 4th for PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, priced at $19.99. The game features a beat 'em up combat system with roguelike progression and character skill enhancements, drawing inspiration from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West.
'Puzzle Bobble Every Bubble!' releases today on Steam
Arc System Works announced that 'Puzzle Bobble Every Bubble!' is now available on Steam as of April 23rd, 2026. The action-puzzle game features new co-op and local multiplayer modes for up to four players, with a special 20% launch discount.
Anime Giant Toei Launches Gaming Division with Toei Games Label
Toei Animation, the studio behind Dragon Ball and One Piece, has launched a new gaming division called Toei Games. This move leverages Toei's extensive intellectual property portfolio and aims to create high-quality games that capture the essence of its beloved anime franchises. The company will focus on leveraging modern game engines like Unreal Engine 5 and Unity to achieve authentic anime art styles, potentially setting new standards for anime game adaptations.
BUBBLE BOBBLE Series Celebrates 40th Anniversary in 2026 with a Free Update
Arc System Works Europe and TAITO CORPORATION announced BUBBLE BOBBLE Sugar Dungeons Boosted, a free update for BUBBLE BOBBLE Sugar Dungeons, celebrating the series' 40th anniversary. The update, launching August 20, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC, introduces new features, a giant "Castle" stage, and includes a port of Bubble Symphony. The BUBBLE BOBBLE series originally launched in 1986.
After 8 Unbeatable Years, Dragon Ball FighterZ Adds New DLC This Week
Dragon Ball FighterZ is receiving new DLC on April 22nd, featuring Super Saiyan 4 Goku from Dragon Ball DAIMA. This new content bundle will be available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, and includes additional Z-Stamps, Lobby Avatars, and costume colors. The ongoing support for the 2018 fighting game highlights its enduring popularity.
Dragon Ball FighterZ Adds Super Saiyan 4 Goku (Daima) on April 22
Bandai Namco and Arc System Works announced that Super Saiyan 4 Goku from Dragon Ball Daima will be added to Dragon Ball FighterZ on April 22, 2026. This character is part of the Daima Pack, which includes additional cosmetic items. Dragon Ball FighterZ, released in 2018, is a team-based fighting game available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC, having sold over ten million units worldwide.