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Digimon Story Time Stranger Gets New Trailer and Demo for Nintendo Switch Systems
A demo for Digimon Story Time Stranger is now available on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 systems, allowing players to transfer their progress to the full game launching July 10. The RPG features strategic turn-based combat, monster taming, and a story that spans across time and worlds.
Preview: Early Echoes of Aincrad Does Feel Like an SAO MMORPG
Echoes of Aincrad aims to capture the authentic Sword Art Online MMORPG experience with an original story and player-created characters, differentiating itself from previous titles. The preview highlights engaging combat, exploration, and a personalized approach to the familiar SAO narrative, though some equipment management limitations were noted. The game is set to release on July 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Echoes of Aincrad Preview – SAO Sans Kirito
Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad offers a fresh perspective on the first season's story, focusing on tertiary players rather than Kirito and Asuna. The preview highlights surprisingly brutal, impactful combat with limb-severing mechanics and a unique visual style. The game is set to release on July 10 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger demo for Switch 2, Switch now available
A demo for Digimon Story: Time Stranger is now available on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, allowing players to carry over their save data to the full game. The demo is also available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The full game launches on July 9 in Japan and July 10 worldwide.
A Veteran One Piece-fanatic Recommends Upcoming One Piece: Grand Gourmet To YOU!
One Piece: Grand Gourmet, developed by Kairosoft Co, is an upcoming pixel art cooking simulator and city-builder game announced for Nintendo Switch and PC. The game features over 400 One Piece characters and focuses on themes of feasting and camaraderie, distinct from typical shonen action. Players will manage a restaurant, mix ingredients, and interact with characters, with a planned release date of October 23rd, 2026.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger releases demo for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Bandai Namco has released a demo for Digimon Story: Time Stranger, available now on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The demo includes the full opening chapters of the RPG, allowing players to experience exploration, battles, and Digivolution, with save data transferable to the full game. A separate adventure trial in Central Town is also available after completing the initial section.
Everything we know about One Piece: Grand Gourmet
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a new restaurant management simulation game developed by Kairosoft. The game will feature over 400 characters from the One Piece universe and a pixel-art style. It is scheduled to launch on October 23, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, iOS, and Android.
Tales of Eternia is the next entry in the Tales Remastered Project
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced Tales of Eternia Remastered during the June Nintendo Direct, developed by TOSE. The remaster will feature updated visuals, quality-of-life improvements, new graphics and SFX modes, and two new difficulty settings. Tales of Eternia Remastered is set to release on October 15, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Tales of Eternia Remastered Announced, Releasing October 16
Tales of Eternia Remastered, developed by TOSE and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is set to release on October 15 in Japan and October 16 globally. The remaster includes enhancements like the Aggressive Linear Battle Motion system, high-speed mode, and options to revert to classic graphics and audio. It will be available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Tales of Eternia Remastered Announced
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced Tales of Eternia Remastered, an updated version of the action RPG originally released for PlayStation in 2000. The remastered edition will feature enhanced visuals.
Bandai Namco Announces New Management Sim ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet for Multiple Platforms
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet, a new management simulation game set in the ONE PIECE universe. Players will manage a floating restaurant alongside the Straw Hat Crew, focusing on cooking, restaurant design, and customer satisfaction. The game is set to launch on October 23rd, 2026, for Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
A JOURNEY BETWEEN TWO WORLDS BEGINS IN TALES OF ETERNIA REMASTERED THIS OCTOBER
Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe announced that Tales of Eternia Remastered will launch on October 16, 2026. The remastered action RPG will be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. This edition includes enhanced graphics, quality-of-life improvements, and a high-speed mode.
Kairosoft Making New One Piece: Grand Gourmet Game
Kairosoft and Bandai Namco have announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a restaurant management game starring Sanji, for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PC, and mobile devices. The game, set to release worldwide on October 23, 2026, will allow players to create recipes, design their restaurant, and feature over 400 characters from the anime and manga. Kairosoft previously developed a similar shop management simulation called Doraemon's Dorayaki Story.
Hello Kitty Party Land Launches October 29 on Switch and Switch 2
Bandai Namco and Sanrio have announced Hello Kitty Party Land, a new casual party game featuring over 45 mini-games and board games. The title will launch on October 29 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, supporting up to four players locally and online. This marks the debut title from Sanrio's new game brand, Sanrio Games.
After 26 years, classic JRPG Tales of Eternia returns: the remaster coming this October looks fantastic, and is actually…
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced that Tales of Eternia Remastered will be released on October 16 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. This remaster of the classic JRPG includes updated visuals, new gameplay features like auto-battle and difficulty options, and the ability to switch between original and remastered graphics.
One Piece: Grand Gourmet Sets Sail October 23 with a Floating Restaurant Management Sim
Bandai Namco announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a new management simulation game set in the One Piece universe, launching October 23, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile platforms. Players will manage a floating restaurant alongside Sanji and the Straw Hat Crew, creating menus, gathering ingredients, and serving over 400 characters in a pixel-art style.
Surely FromSoftware has something brewing besides that Switch 2 exclusive, right?
FromSoftware announced a network test for their upcoming game, Duskbloods, which is a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive. The trailer revealed gothic environments and characters, with an ominous narration. The article also mentions Elden Ring's Tarnished Edition DLC and expresses disappointment over Duskbloods being a Switch 2 exclusive.
ONE PIECE: GRAND GOURMET Announced
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet, a new management simulation game based on the popular anime series. The game is set to release on October 23rd for PC, Nintendo Switch, the upcoming Switch 2, and mobile platforms.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Everything Announced!
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation showcasing numerous upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The showcase included new releases, ports of existing games, and DLC announcements across various genres, with many titles slated for release in late 2026 and into 2027.
Sgt Frog and Gundam Art and Gunpla Model Kits Confirmed
Bandai Namco and Kadokawa Shoten are releasing new merchandise for Sgt Frog and Gundam, including two Gunpla model kits and commemorative art. The Keroro Robo Mk-II Titans color variant model kit will be available on June 26, 2026, with the RG 1/144 RX-178 Gundam Mk-II Keroro color variant coming later. The art pieces feature collaborations between Sgt Frog creator Mine Yoshizaki and Gundam artist Yoshikazu Yasuhiko.