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Elden Ring Tarnished Edition preorders are live for Switch 2, so hide your summer plans
The Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, bundling the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion with new extras, is now available for digital pre-order on Nintendo Switch 2 and will launch on August 28, 2026. This edition will also be available separately for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The article also speculates on how the demanding game will perform on the new Nintendo hardware.
Analyst: Q1 2026 revenue figures show there is still demand for compelling single-player video games
Global game content revenue saw a 3.6% year-over-year increase in Q1 2026, reaching $54.14 billion, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Companies like Capcom and Pearl Abyss reported significant growth, driven by titles such as Resident Evil Requiem and Crimson Desert, indicating continued consumer demand for compelling single-player experiences alongside live-service games. PC emerged as the fastest-growing platform.
SUMMER COMES EARLY TO THE LANDS BETWEEN WITH ELDEN RING TARNISHED EDITION DIGITAL PREORDERS
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, featuring the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, is now available for digital preorder on Nintendo Switch, launching August 28. The expansion includes new content such as starting classes, armor, and mount customization. The original Elden Ring, a collaboration between FromSoftware and George R.R. Martin, has sold over 30 million units.
PSA: Digimon Story Time Stranger Demo Now Available For Switch 1 & 2
A demo for Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is now available on Nintendo Switch, allowing players to try the opening chapter and adventure trial. Save data from the demo will carry over to the full game, which launches on July 10, 2026. Additionally, Bandai Namco announced its puzzle title Namco Legendary Mountains will release for Nintendo Switch on June 25, 2026.
Echoes of Aincrad Hands-on Preview – That time I got transported into a video game, again
Echoes of Aincrad is a new standalone action-RPG set in the Sword Art Online universe, developed by Game Studio Inc and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game traps players in the virtual world of Aincrad, where death means permanent consequences, and they must clear 100 floors to escape. The preview highlights a new cast of characters, a robust customization system, and fast-paced combat with Souls-lite elements, though it notes the preview build was surprisingly easy. Echoes of Aincrad is set to release on July 10th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
NAMCO LEGENDARY Mountains launches this month
Japanese developer BeXide announced that NAMCO LEGENDARY Mountains, a 3D voxel puzzle game featuring classic Namco characters, will launch on June 25th for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game includes stages and music from PAC-MAN, DIG DUG, and other arcade classics, with over 100 unlockable voxels and online score attack modes.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Pre-Orders Live
Digital pre-orders are now available for the Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, set to release on August 28 for the Nintendo Switch. This edition is published by Bandai Namco Entertainment and developed by FromSoftware.
Demo for Sword Art Online Game Echoes of Aincrad Confirmed
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced a demo for Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad, an action RPG set to release on July 10, 2026. The demo will be available on PC starting June 15, 2026, followed by PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X on June 16, 2026. The article also briefly mentions a demo for Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth on Nintendo Switch.
PS5 Remaster of Acclaimed PS1 RPG Gets 2026 Release Date
Bandai Namco Entertainment and developer TOSE have announced that Tales of Eternia Remastered will release on October 16, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This remaster of the acclaimed PlayStation 1 RPG will include quality-of-life features, graphical and audio enhancements, and the ability to toggle between original and updated modes.
Digimon Story Time Stranger How-to-Play Video Released
A new how-to video has been released for Digimon Story Time Stranger, a turn-based RPG from Media Vision and Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game is set to launch on July 10 for the Nintendo Switch.
Digimon Story Time Stranger Switch and Switch 2 Demo Debuts
Bandai Namco has released a new demo for Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth Complete Edition, available on both Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. This demo allows players to experience the beginning of the JRPG and transfer their save files to the full game. The demo showcases the game's performance on different platforms, with the Switch version offering a performance mode at 60fps and a quality mode at 4K/30fps.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Battle of the Strongest Trailer Released
A new trailer has been released for TAMSOFT CORPORATION and Bandai Namco Entertainment's Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, showcasing the game's "Battle of the Strongest" mode. The game will feature 22 national teams.
Battle for World Glory in the New CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS Trailer!
A new trailer for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, titled 'Battle of the Strongest,' showcases the game's soccer action and storytelling. The game, based on the popular anime and manga, features enhanced Super Action Soccer gameplay with special techniques and a tactical goalkeeper system. It is set to release on August 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
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.
