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Digimon Story: Time Stranger large-scale expansion DLC announced
Bandai Namco Entertainment and Media.Vision have announced a large-scale downloadable content expansion for Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth. Further details regarding the content and release are expected soon.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger announces major DLC for 2027
Bandai Namco and Media Vision announced that Digimon Story: Time Stranger will receive a major DLC in 2027, following its release on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in July 2026. The announcement was made at Digimon Con 2026, with further details on the DLC yet to be revealed.
DNA building blocks on asteroid Ryugu, bacteria that eat plastic waste, and more science news
Recent scientific findings include the discovery of DNA building blocks on asteroid Ryugu, suggesting these molecules were widespread in the early solar system and potentially transported to Earth. Additionally, a consortium of bacteria has been identified that can collectively digest plastic additives, offering a potential solution for plastic pollution. The Hubble Space Telescope also captured a rare, early view of a comet breaking apart.
Digimon Adventure Angemon and TK and Angewomon and Kairi Figures Return
Bandai Namco's MegaHouse brand is rereleasing the Digimon Adventure GEM Series figures of Angemon with TK Takaishi and Angewomon with Kari Kamiya. These figures, originally released in 2016, will be available again in July and August 2026, respectively, for ¥19,800 each. This rerelease coincides with the 25th anniversary of Digimon Adventure.
Danganronpa Character Chibigurumi Plush Start to Drop in July
Bandai Namco will release three volumes of Danganronpa Chibigurumi character plush toys in July and August 2026, featuring characters from the mainline games. These four-inch tall plushies will initially debut in Japanese arcades, with potential for worldwide sales later. Bushiroad also announced a separate line of Puchish plush toys launching in June 2026.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Feedback Survey Includes Wallpaper
Bandai Namco Entertainment has launched a feedback survey for the Tales of Berseria Remastered release, offering a mobile wallpaper as an incentive. The survey, open for two weeks, gathers player data on purchasing habits, enjoyment of features, and platform usage. This follows a recent patch that introduced a 120fps option for PC gameplay.
Feb 2026 USA Sales: PS5 Outsells Nintendo's New Switch 2 for a Second Consecutive Month
In February 2026, the PlayStation 5 outsold the Nintendo Switch for the second consecutive month in the USA, despite a year-over-year decline in PlayStation sales. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game of the year so far, with its launch week sales significantly exceeding Resident Evil Village. Overall industry spending saw a slight increase year-over-year, partly due to the Switch's performance.
Apex Legends Gundam Model Kits Up at Premium Bandai
Bandai Namco has opened pre-orders for three Apex Legends Gundam model kits, part of a crossover event. These RG 1/144 scale kits, featuring designs inspired by Apex Legends characters Alter, Crypto, and Valkyrie, range from $49 to $65 and are expected to ship in September 2026. Apex Legends is available on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Two Point Museum X Angry Birds Update Live
Two Point Museum has received an update integrating Angry Birds content, allowing players to employ characters like Red and fend off Bad Piggies. The update also adds new locations on Piggy Island and over 100 other changes. Additionally, the article briefly mentions updates and releases for SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada, Dark Scrolls, Enshrouded and Palworld, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's Guinness World Record, Tofer.A's appearance at Fire & Ice RGX 2026, and The Coin Game's 1.0 release.
SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada Season 4 “Crossroads” Live
SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada has launched its Season 4 update, titled "Crossroads," introducing new zones like the "Sunny Polluted Forest" and "Sangiovese Hideout." The update also brings new weapons, a Memory Expansion system for upgrading Magus skills and weapon affinities, and is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Update 1.0.4 Adds 120 FPS, Survey Now Live
Bandai Namco and D.A.G have released update 1.0.4 for Tales of Berseria Remastered, adding a 120 FPS option and several fixes, particularly for the Steam version and Steam Deck. A post-launch survey is also live until April 2, 2026, offering a free smartphone wallpaper upon completion.
The Steam Spring Sale is here with discounts on Arc Raiders, Hades 2 and much more
The Steam Spring Sale is now live, featuring discounts on a wide range of games until March 26. Notable deals include Arc Raiders for $32, Hades 2 for under $23, and Ghost of Tsushima on PC for $36. Several titles are available at 90 percent off, such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate and Fallout New Vegas.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Reveals Gameplay Full of Anime Super Moves
Bandai Namco Entertainment has released an extensive gameplay showcase for the upcoming anime soccer game, Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters. The footage highlights the game's anime-style super moves.
Japanese Charts: Ditto Copies Another Win For Pokémon Pokopia
Pokémon Pokopia continues to lead the Japanese physical sales charts for the week of March 9th-15th, selling an additional 117,029 units. New entries include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, which debuted in the top ten across Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The Nintendo Switch 2 remains the dominant hardware platform in Japan, with PlayStation 5 models also showing strong sales.
Inside .hack//Z.E.R.O.: CyberConnect2 on Reviving the Series and Its Modern JRPG Direction
CyberConnect2 Executive Vice President Taichiro Miyazaki discusses the upcoming .hack//Z.E.R.O., a self-published title marking the series' return and the studio's 30th anniversary. He details the process of securing the license from Bandai Namco and the approach to modern JRPG design, balancing classic elements with contemporary expectations. Miyazaki also touches on the themes of modern technology and the lessons learned from self-publishing the Fuga trilogy.
Echoes of Aincrad Gameplay Trailer Showcases New Footage Ahead of Launch
A new gameplay trailer for the action RPG Echoes of Aincrad has been released, showcasing character customization, real-time combat, and partnerships with other players. The game will launch on July 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and will include a separate promotional anime video with its Ultimate Edition.
Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online ‘Gameplay’ trailer
Bandai Namco Entertainment and Game Studio have released a two-minute gameplay trailer for Sword Art Online. The trailer offers a glimpse into the upcoming game's mechanics and visuals.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Shows Off New Systems Trailer | Console Creatures
Bandai Namco Entertainment America has released a new gameplay overview trailer for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, showcasing new dribbling, tackling, and super move systems. While the trailer highlights faster gameplay and new features like an overhauled stamina-driven saving system, some fans have noted the reuse of assets from Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions. The game is set to release later this year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Elden Ring Nightreign—The Limited Edition Vinyl Collection Now Available for Pre-order
Pre-orders are now open for the limited edition Elden Ring Nightreign vinyl collection, exclusively available on the Bandai Namco Official Store. This collectible set features 57 tracks, including music from the Forsaken Hollows DLC, spread across seven galaxy-printed vinyl discs, and is limited to 4,999 units worldwide. The collection includes over three hours of orchestral music and is expected to ship this summer.
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance Season 2 Begins! New Area “Bahamar Highlands” and Shangri-La Frontier Collaboration Revealed
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance has launched its second season, "Echoes of Lost Nightmare," introducing the new Bahamar Highlands area and various optimizations. The update also features a collaboration event with the anime Shangri-La Frontier, offering themed in-game items. A future collaboration with the FAIRY TAIL anime is also scheduled for May 2026.
