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Tekken coming to Nintendo Switch 2 via Arcade Archives 2
Hamster announced that the classic 1994 fighting game Tekken will be released for the Nintendo Switch via the Arcade Archives series on June 25. The digital release will cost $16.99 and features convenient features like save states and customizable controls.
Undersökning - Tredje gången gillt med Indiespelklubben! Vad tycks?
This article discusses the importance of indie games, highlighting titles like Paper Klay and Mina the Hollower. It also touches upon various game releases, remakes, DLC, and hardware news, including updates on Lords of the Fallen 2 and the Nintendo Switch 2.
Tekken Is Coming To Switch 2, But Not The One You Think
The classic fighting game Tekken is being released on the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S as part of the Arcade Archives series on June 25th. Developed by HAMSTER and originally released by NAMCO LIMITED (now Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1994, this version brings the original Tekken experience to modern platforms.
Elden Ring owner faces tense CEO clash as a battle between Kadokawa and activist shareholders rages on
Activist investor Oasis Management, now Kadokawa's largest shareholder, is challenging the CEO Takeshi Natsuno's position at the Elden Ring publisher's annual investor meeting. Oasis claims profit leakage occurred due to the publishing arrangement for Elden Ring and points to Kadokawa's declining financial performance and a past data breach as reasons for change.
Arcade Archives 2 Tekken launches June 25
Arcade Archives: Tekken, originally released in 1994 by Namco Limited, will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch on June 25 for $16.99. Developer Hamster Corporation announced the release, highlighting the game's revolutionary control scheme and the Arcade Archives series' commitment to faithfully reproducing classic arcade titles with modern features like VRR support and various game modes.
The creators of Tetris & the Rubik's Cube collaborated on a puzzle that combines their work
Alexey Pajitnov, the creator of Tetris, and Ernő Rubik, the inventor of the Rubik's Cube, have collaborated on a new puzzle game presented by Megahouse, a subsidiary of Bandai Namco Entertainment. This marks the first meeting between the two legendary puzzle designers. The new cube challenges players to create tetromino shapes on each side instead of matching colors.
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.
Dragon Ball XenoVerse 3 Could Be the Bigger Budget Sequel the Series Needs
Bandai Namco has revealed gameplay for Dragon Ball XenoVerse 3, showcasing significantly improved visuals and smoother animations compared to its predecessor. The preview highlighted familiar mission structures, new playable races like Frieza and Majin, and combat mechanics including a 'Soul Switch' feature and character awakenings.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Interview: Toriyama’s Age 1000 Vision, Future Plans, and 10-Year Support Goals
In an interview for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, executive producer Masayuki Hiranao discussed honoring Akira Toriyama's vision for the Age 1000 setting and the game's potential for 10 years of support. Hiranao emphasized the newness of the future timeline and the team's commitment to delivering a fresh experience, building on Toriyama's extensive lore and design contributions.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Interview: Toriyama’s Age 1000 Vision, Future Plans, and 10-Year Support Goals
In an interview for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, executive producer Masayuki Hiranao discussed honoring Akira Toriyama's vision for the Age 1000 setting and the game's potential for 10 years of support. Hiranao emphasized the game's focus on delivering a fresh experience within the Dragon Ball universe, highlighting new characters and expanded customization options. He also touched upon the game's mechanics, including the 'soul-link' system, and how it relates to Toriyama's established lore.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 made me feel super at Summer Game Fest
A preview of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, showcased at Summer Game Fest 2026, highlights character creation, the new Soul Link abilities, and a boss battle against Broly. The game, developed by Dimps Corporation and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is set for a 2027 release and aims for long-term player support similar to its predecessor.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 ‘Welcome to West City’ trailer, latest details
Bandai Namco and Dimps have released a new trailer for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, titled 'Welcome to West City.' The trailer showcases gameplay and daily life in the new setting of AGE 1000, highlighting character creation, exploration of West City, and new combat mechanics like the Soul Assist and Soul Switch systems. The game promises an epic, story-driven RPG experience with player choices impacting fights and a blend of original and familiar characters.
Seven years ago, the first Elden Ring trailer changed my life
This article reflects on the profound personal impact Elden Ring has had on the author since its initial trailer reveal seven years ago. The game's challenges, particularly the boss Malenia, served as a source of motivation during a severe bout of depression, teaching valuable lessons about resilience, perseverance, and the importance of trying new things.
Star Fox: Assault showed there's greater story potential beyond 64
Star Fox: Assault, released in 2005, is highlighted as an underappreciated chapter in the series that demonstrated significant storytelling potential beyond Star Fox 64. The game featured a more complex narrative involving the Aparoids, leading to greater character development and higher stakes for Fox and his team. Despite some gameplay flaws, particularly in its on-foot sections, the ambition of its story and blockbuster atmosphere are praised.
Lethal Wedding Locks And Loads With New Co-op Weapons & Gameplay Trailer
Mega Cat Studios has released a new gameplay trailer for Lethal Wedding, an upcoming 16-bit co-op run-and-gun shooter for Sega Genesis and Mega Drive. The trailer showcases the game's outrageous arsenal, including weapons like a banana machine gun and bomb-belching bouquets, as players battle a clown cartel. The game is currently in its final week on Kickstarter.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 20, 2026 – The Adventures of Elliot debuts, Tomodachi Life back in the top 5
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 20, 2026, shows The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales debuting at #6. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream climbed to #3, while EA Sports FC 26 remained at #2. The chart includes sales data for numerous titles across various publishers.
Xevious - Namco's 1980's classic has now arrived on the Sega Mega Drive
Namco's classic 1983 vertical shooter, Xevious, has been faithfully recreated for the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis by developer Paulo Manrique, utilizing a line-by-line conversion of the original arcade code. This fan project preserves authentic enemy AI, dual-weapon combat, and features 4-channel PCM sound, supporting both original hardware and modern emulators.
Mailbox: Big-Screen Slippy, First-Party LEs, Wario/Waluigi Fanfic - Nintendo Life Letters
This month's Nintendo Life Mailbox features reader discussions on finding joy in modern gaming despite high expectations, the lengthy completion times of games like Digital Devil Saga, seasonal associations for Nintendo series, the post-victory state of Hyrule in Zelda games, the resurgence of Star Fox content, the scarcity of first-party limited editions, and a fan's Waluigi fan film.
Anime Heroes One Piece Gear 5 Luffy Action Figure Is a Little Bendy
The Bandai Namco Anime Heroes One Piece Gear 5 Luffy action figure is a budget-friendly collectible, priced between $19.99 and $23.99, offering basic representation of the character. While the paint job is decent for its price point, the figure suffers from limited articulation and difficulty maintaining poses due to its rubberized limbs and lack of traditional joints, making it less expressive than higher-end alternatives like the SH Figuarts version.
Bandai Namco Is Bringing My Hero Academia: All's Justice To Switch 2
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced that My Hero Academia: All's Justice will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4, 2026. This 3D battle action game, based on the anime's "Final War" arc, was previously released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The Switch 2 version will include exclusive features like online battles via GameShare and a new minigame mode with a Pac-Man collaboration.
