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Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 12 to 16
This weekly feature highlights new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between October 12 and 16. Titles include Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Planet Zoo 2, Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea, and various other indie and family-friendly titles.
Free Play Days – ARC Raiders, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Little Nightmares III, Screamer, and More
Xbox is offering several games for free play this weekend, including Screamer, Family Man, ARC Raiders, High On Life 2, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Little Nightmares III, and Rogue Waters. Some titles require Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, or Essential membership, while others are available to all Xbox members. Discounts are also available for purchasing the games after the free trial period.
A 16-Minute Story Trailer Sets the Stage for Ace Combat 8
Bandai Namco Entertainment America has released a 16-minute opening cinematic trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, showcasing the game's story ahead of its October 2 launch. The Deluxe Edition will be available early on September 29. The trailer also confirmed multiplayer modes and a pre-order bonus of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 28 to October 2
This weekly feature highlights new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between September 28 and October 2. Titles include Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War: E-Day, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and a remastered The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, among many others across various genres.
Gundam Rogue Orbit Launches in March 2027
Bandai Namco Entertainment America has announced that Gundam Rogue Orbit will launch on March 5th, 2027. The game will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC via Steam.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 24 to 28
This week's Xbox update highlights numerous game releases between August 24th and 28th across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, with many titles also available on Game Pass. Notable releases include STAR WARS Zero Company, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, alongside various indie titles and remasters.
Hello Kitty Party Land gets pre-order trailer
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has released a pre-order trailer for HELLO KITTY PARTY LAND, a casual party game featuring 145 characters from the Hello Kitty and Friends universe. Developed by Sanrio Games, the title will include dozens of mini-games.
Free Play Days – For Honor, Bleach Rebirth of Souls, Metal Gear Solid – Master Collection Version, and More
Xbox is offering several games for free during Free Play Days, including Tides of Tomorrow and Metal Gear Solid – Master Collection Version for Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members. Additionally, For Honor, Bleach Rebirth of Souls, and Killing Floor 3 are available for all Xbox members to play for a limited time.
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Neo DLC arrives this month with 30+ fighters
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced that the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero will launch on July 30, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The DLC will include over 30 new fighters, and a free update will also be released alongside it.
ONCE UPON A KATAMARI ROLLS ONTO NINTENDO SWITCH 2 WITH THE NEW ROLLING LIVE HIGHLIGHTS DLC IN OCTOBER
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced that Once Upon A Katamari will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8, 2026, alongside the Rolling LIVE Highlights DLC. This DLC introduces quests and music from the mobile game Katamari Damacy Rolling LIVE. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will feature exclusive mouse controls, enhanced graphics, and a smoother framerate.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 REVEALS ITS COMBAT SYSTEMS AND THE POWER OF CONNECTION IN NEW GAMEPLAY TRAILER
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. released a new gameplay trailer for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, detailing its combat systems and the theme of connection. The action RPG sequel, set in AGE 1000, allows players to fight alongside iconic Dragon Ball heroes. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is scheduled for release in 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Echoes of Aincrad Death Game Mode – One Save File. No Respawn.
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has revealed the Death Game Mode for Echoes of Aincrad, an action RPG set in the Sword Art Online universe. This mode features one save file and no respawns, where dying in the game means dying in real life. Echoes of Aincrad launches July 10 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4 Brings the Saga's Epic Finale on July 8
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. announced that the final chapter of the DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 FUTURE SAGA, Chapter 4, will be released on July 8, 2026. This update will bring the saga to its epic conclusion, allowing players to face Fu's ultimate plan in a final battle to restore history and save the future. The game is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 6 to 10
This weekly feature highlights new games releasing on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between July 6 and July 10. Titles include Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, EA SPORTS College Football 27, Palworld 1.0, and Wuthering Waves, among many others across various genres.
Code Vein II Mask of Idris Expansion Launches With New Post-Game Story
Bandai Namco Entertainment America has released Mask of Idris, the first expansion for Code Vein II, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This DLC introduces a new post-game story campaign, new areas, and combat challenges, along with a new character named Liv Voda. A free update, Version 2.0, also launches, adding content for post-main story exploration with partners.
Echoes of Aincrad Story Trailer Shows Familiar Sword Art Online Faces
Bandai Namco Entertainment America has released a new story trailer for Echoes of Aincrad, an upcoming action RPG set in the Sword Art Online universe, ahead of its July 10, 2026 launch. The trailer showcases familiar characters like Asuna, Agil, and Lisbeth, and highlights the game's core mechanic of uniting survivors to clear the game and escape the deadly virtual world of Aincrad. Echoes of Aincrad will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 IS COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU IN THE OFFICIAL ROAD TOUR
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is launching the official Road Tour for DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 across the United States starting in July. The tour will allow fans to play the highly anticipated sequel and experience a new DRAGON BALL story before its launch. The tour will visit various locations nationwide throughout the remainder of the year, offering early gameplay and giveaways.
BECOME THE HERO OF A NEW DRAGON BALL ERA AND SEE MORE OF THE EXCITING GAME PLAY IN DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has revealed new gameplay for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, set in a new era called AGE 1000 and featuring West City. The game, which is the first in the series in 10 years, will allow players to create their own hero and interact with both familiar and new characters. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is scheduled for release in 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
CELEBRATE VICTORY ON THE PITCH WITH CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS DIGITAL PREORDERS ON NINTENDO SWITCH
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has announced that digital pre-orders for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters are now available for Nintendo Switch. The Super Action Soccer game, featuring over 110 playable characters and 22 national teams, is set for release on August 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game builds upon the anime and manga series with enhanced gameplay and new special techniques.
MY HERO ACADEMIA: ALL'S JUSTICE SMASHES ONTO NINTENDO SWITCH 2 THIS SEPTEMBER
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. announced that My Hero Academia: All's Justice, a 3D arena fighter based on the anime, will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4, 2026. The game will also be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The Switch 2 version includes exclusive features like "GameShare" and a "Minigame" mode, which notably features a collaboration with PAC-MAN.