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Jam and Robo-Ky Heading to Guilty Gear Strive
Arc System Works announced that Jam Kuradoberi and Robo-Ky will be added to Guilty Gear Strive as part of Season Pass 5, launching in Spring 2027. Jam will be released on April 9, 2026, followed by Robo-Ky in Summer 2026, with two additional unannounced characters planned. The pass will also include a Ver. 2.00 update with new mechanics and customization features.
This week in PC games: a new Hooded Horse city-builder, some PS2-style horror, a school-day RPG and an absolutely tremendous catfish
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, from city-builders like Nova Roma and PS2-style horror in No Vacation for an Executioner, to RPGs such as Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy. Other notable titles include tactical pinball game Beast Breaker and the unique catfish-themed game The Wide Open Sky is Running out of Catfish.
Promising Upcoming PS5 Action Game Drops Free Demo on PS Store
A free demo for the upcoming PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 action game Damon and Baby is now available on the PlayStation Store. Developed by Arc System Works, the game blends action-adventure with twin-stick shooting mechanics and will launch on March 25 for $19.99, with a preorder discount available for PS Plus members.
Damon and Baby: hands-on with the ridiculous twin-stick shooter, out March 26
Damon and Baby is a new twin-stick shooter with action-adventure elements from Arc System Works, featuring a cartoonish art style and satirical humor. Players control Damon, a demon tasked with caring for a baby, while fighting off supernatural forces. The game launches on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 on March 26.
As controversy swamps Tekken 8 and Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive just announced a massive new update
Arc System Works announced a major 2.0 update for Guilty Gear Strive, introducing comprehensive battle adjustments, replacing Wild Assault with Counter Blitz, and adding new special moves. The update, launching April 9th, also includes a battle pass system, customization options, and the new character Jam Kuradoberi. Meanwhile, recent patches for Tekken 8 and Street Fighter 6 have faced community disappointment due to unresolved issues and controversial content.
Marvel's Wolverine Preorders Waiting On Insomniac's Next Gameplay Reveal
Preorders for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine are not yet available, with the developer stating they want to show more gameplay first. Insomniac previously committed to revealing more gameplay this spring, and while they are technically correct as spring has just begun, they have approximately 90 days until the summer solstice on June 21 to meet this promise. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5 on September 16.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Roster - Every Character Revealed (So Far)
Arc System Works is developing Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, a new 4v4 fighting game featuring simplified controls and a roster of Marvel characters. The game is set to launch on August 6, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. The current roster includes characters like Captain America, Spider-Man, Doctor Doom, Ms. Marvel, and Ghost Rider, with more expected to be revealed and added as DLC.
Damon and Baby Review - Somewhere, Someday, They'll Fatalize
Damon and Baby is an action-adventure game from Arc System Works that blends satisfying gunplay, layered exploration, and RPG progression, though it is hampered by uneven storytelling and frustrating quality-of-life issues. The game features a tense checkpoint system and rewarding exploration, but suffers from inconsistent pacing, intrusive technical quirks, and clunky inventory management. Despite its shortcomings, the PC version offers flawless performance.
Damon and Baby Review – A Fun but Repetitive Twin-Stick Shooter
Damon and Baby is a twin-stick shooter with endearing qualities and decent core gameplay, but its repetitive nature and clunky mechanics prevent it from reaching its full potential as a AA game. While the colorful visuals, inspired world and story, and unique characters are highlights, the confusing map design and frustrating inventory management detract from the experience.
CookieRun DevNow Showcase Highlights Open World Adventure, Chapter 2, and More
The CookieRun DevNow Showcase revealed several new titles and updates, including the ambitious open-world RPG CookieRun: New World targeting a 2029 release on mobile, PC, and console. Also announced were the casual idle RPG CookieRun: Crumble for the latter half of this year, and CookieRun: Kingdom – Chapter 2, launching in May with a new story arc and playable region. CookieRun: Kingdom also features an upcoming K-Pop collaboration and is available on mobile platforms.
MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Amazing Guardians Featuring Peni Parker Revealed
MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls will feature the "Amazing Guardians" team, including Peni Parker piloting the SP//dr mech suit, alongside Spider-Man, Ms. Marvel, and Star-Lord. This 4v4 fighter from ARC SYSTEM WORKS, Marvel Games, and PlayStation Publishing will launch on August 6 for PlayStation 5 and PC, boasting an anime-inspired art style and 20 iconic Marvel characters at launch.
MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls Gets New Trailer, Adds Peni Parker
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Arc System Works have revealed Peni Parker as a new playable character for MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls, alongside a new "Knowhere" stage and an "Amazing Guardians" trailer. The game, featuring characters like Spider-Man, Ms. Marvel, and Star-Lord, will launch on August 6 for PlayStation 5 and PC. A new character, The Promoter, and an automatic team name generation feature were also introduced.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Adds Peni Parker, Promoter Revealed, New Features Detailed
Sony and Arc System Works have revealed Peni Parker as a new playable character in MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls, joining Spider-Man, Ms. Marvel, and Star-Lord. The game will also feature a new stage called Knowhere, an Elder of the Universe named The Promoter (Xirena Awhina), and an automatic team name generation system. Gameplay refinements based on beta feedback have been implemented, and a demo will be available at EVO Japan 2026.
Guilty Gear Strive Version 2.00 and Season Pass 5 Detailed, Jam Kuradoberi Leads New Fighters
Arc System Works has detailed version 2.00 and Season Pass 5 for Guilty Gear Strive, set to launch on April 9, 2026. The update includes balance adjustments, new special moves, a Counter Blitz mechanic, and the Blazing Pass system for in-game rewards. Jam Kuradoberi will be the first new fighter, followed by Robo-Ky and two other characters throughout 2026 and early 2027.
Under Night In-Birth II [Sys:Celes] New DLC Fighter Teased for 2026
Arc System Works and French Bread have announced that a new downloadable content fighter for Under Night In-Birth II: Sys:Celes will be released in 2026. A teaser trailer was released for the character, but no further details were unveiled. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Version 2.60 Announced With New Character, Stage
Cygames and Arc System Works have announced version 2.60 for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, introducing a new DLC character, stage, and system mechanics. The update also includes adjustments to existing mechanics and characters. Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Peni Parker has been revealed as the newest character for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls
ARC System Works has revealed Peni Parker as the newest playable character for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, joining the Amazing Guardians team. The game will launch on August 6, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PC, with a public demo at EVO Japan 2026.
Guilty Gear Strive reveals Season Pass 5 characters Jam Kuradoberi and Robo-Ky, 2.00 update news
Arc System Works has announced new content for Guilty Gear Strive, including the addition of Jam Kuradoberi and Robo-Ky as DLC characters for Season Pass 5. Jam Kuradoberi is set to release on April 9, 2026, followed by Robo-Ky in the summer. The developer also provided an update on the upcoming version 2.00 update.
MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls adds Peni Parker
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Arc System Works announced Peni Parker will be a playable character in the four-versus-four tag fighting game MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls. She joins Spider-Man, Ms. Marvel, and Star-Lord on "The Amazing Guardians" team, and the new stage "Knowhere" was also revealed. The game will feature automatic team name generation and a playable demo at EVO Japan 2026.
Guilty Gear: Strive version 2.00 update, Season 5 DLC characters Jam Kuradoberi and Robo=Ky announced
Arc System Works has announced the version 2.00 update for the fighting game Guilty Gear: Strive, alongside the reveal of two new characters for Season 5 DLC: Jam Kuradoberi and Robo=Ky. Further details regarding the update and character releases are expected soon.