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Bandai Namco and Kairosoft announce One Piece: Grand Gourmet for Switch 2, Switch, PC, iOS, and Android
Bandai Namco and Kairosoft have announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a restaurant management simulation game set in the One Piece universe. The game will be released on October 23 for Nintendo Switch, PC, iOS, and Android. Players will work with the Straw Hat Crew to manage the Baratie restaurant, create unique menus, and customize the interior.
Restaurant management sim One Piece: Grand Gourmet announced
Bandai Namco Entertainment and Kairosoft have announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a new restaurant management simulation game set in the One Piece universe. The game will feature character-inspired dishes, extensive interior customization, and over 400 One Piece characters appearing as staff and customers. It is scheduled for release on October 22nd/23rd for PC, Nintendo Switch, and smartphones.
Nier creator Yoko Taro swoons over Gundam Rogue Orbit, says he wouldn't be confident enough to create anything cooler than Bandai Namco's new mech game
Nier creator Yoko Taro expressed his admiration for the newly announced Gundam Rogue Orbit, calling it "insanely impressive" and stating he wouldn't be confident creating anything cooler. The game, developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is set to release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC, and will feature an original story pitting humanity against an unknown threat.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 gives Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth a big boost
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026, shows Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth re-entering the top ten at number four following its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World also charted within the top ten.
Little Nightmares III - The Backstage This Week
Bandai Namco Entertainment and Supermassive Games have announced that The Backstage, a new DLC for Little Nightmares III, will be released on June 12th. This content is part of the Secrets of the Spiral expansion pass for the horror-themed puzzle platformer.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Big Announcement Ranked and Explained
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a wide array of upcoming video game titles, with notable announcements including the third Final Fantasy VII installment, a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, and the long-awaited sequel to The Wolf Among Us. The event highlighted the increasing saturation of the game market and featured titles aiming for distinct identities to stand out.
There's suddenly a terrifying number of games releasing this fall
The fall release calendar for major video games has become unexpectedly crowded, with numerous high-profile titles scheduled to launch within an eight-week period. This surge in releases is seen as a strategy to avoid direct competition with the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. The article highlights a selection of these upcoming games, noting the challenge players will face in keeping up with the dense schedule.
Every game, trailer, and announcement in the PC Gaming Show 2026
The PC Gaming Show 2026 showcased over 60 games, including more than 20 world premieres, with a focus on roguelites, deck-builders, and action RPGs. Many titles featured demos or playtests available on Steam, with announcements ranging from new DLC for existing games to entirely new IPs. The event also included interviews and behind-the-scenes looks at upcoming PC titles.
XBOX Games Showcase 2026 Recap: The Return of Exclusives, World Premieres, and Anniversary Hardware
The XBOX Games Showcase 2026 highlighted numerous upcoming titles, including Gears of War: E-Day, Clockwork Revolution, and Senua, with many confirmed as XBOX console exclusives. The event also celebrated XBOX's 25th anniversary with the announcement of limited edition hardware and revealed new trailers and gameplay for games like Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Summer Showcase: Every Announcement, trailer and Release date
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2026 featured over 70 announcements, including world premieres, gameplay reveals, and release dates for titles like ACE COMBAT 8: Wings of Theve, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and EXODUS. The event also highlighted numerous indie titles and provided updates on existing games such as Little Nightmares III: The Backstage and PowerWash Simulator 2. The showcase covered a wide range of genres and platforms, offering a glimpse into upcoming releases for PC and consoles.
Vampire Survivors has a free content expansion, plus a Legacy of the Bloodmoon DLC in Summer 2026
Developer poncle has released a free content update for Vampire Survivors, version 1.15, which includes major quality-of-life improvements, new content like stages and characters, and various tweaks. Additionally, the 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC was announced for Summer 2026, serving as an expansion to 'Legacy of the Moonspell'. poncle also revealed plans for a new studio in Japan headed by Sawaki Takeyasu and a lineup of 'Survivaton' games.
VENTURE INTO THE DARKEST PART OF THE CARNEVALE IN NEW DLC, LITTLE NIGHTMARES III – THE BACKSTAGE
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has announced Little Nightmares III – The Backstage, a new DLC for Little Nightmares III. This content will introduce new puzzles, challenges, and characters set in the darkest part of the Carnevale. The DLC is scheduled for release on June 12 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
EVERYTHING ANNOUNCED AT THE FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES ON JUNE 6, 2026
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase and FGS Live From Los Angeles presented over 40 games, including world premieres and extended gameplay reveals. Highlights included new trailers and announcements for EXODUS, Arizona Sunshine, WARDOGS, ACE COMBAT 8: SKIES UNKNOWN, and Little Nightmares III's 'The Backstage' DLC. Several games received release dates or confirmed upcoming platforms.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Launches October 2, 2026 – Release Date, Aircraft, and Multiplayer Details — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is set to launch on October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game will feature over 30 playable aircraft across four roles and include a multiplayer mode called Ace Combat Online with co-op and competitive missions.
Little Nightmares III First DLC 'The Backstage' Arrives Next Week
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that the first DLC for Little Nightmares III, titled 'The Backstage', will be released on June 12, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch. This new content, part of the 'Secrets of The Spiral' Expansion Pass, introduces new puzzles, challenges, and a new character named Dime who must help Low navigate the dark depths of the Carnevale and escape the Puppeteer.
I wish more video game publishers were like Capcom - Reader's Feature
This reader's feature argues that Capcom is currently a model publisher due to its focus on high-quality games, experimentation with new intellectual property, and avoidance of layoffs. The author contrasts Capcom's approach with companies like EA and Activision, highlighting the success of Capcom's Resident Evil remakes and their willingness to take risks on new titles.
Godzilla Destroy All Monsters Melee: Remastered trailer, game costs $40
The remaster of the GameCube title Godzilla Destroy All Monsters Melee has been officially unveiled with a trailer, confirming its release on Nintendo Switch for $40 on November 3rd. The article also briefly mentions a Freedom Wars remaster for Nintendo Switch and a leak regarding the Godzilla game's release.
Left 4 Dead meets friendslop as you and your pals try to escape 'the galaxy's most-unregulated waterpark'
Lazy River is a new co-op survival crafting game where players must escape a space station waterpark after a pee-related incident turns everyone into zombies. Players will build rafts from scavenged resources, arm themselves with makeshift weapons, and fight through automated defenses and zombie hordes. The game is developed by Mike Boxleiter and is set to enter early access in 2027 for PC.
REBEL WOLVES UNVEILS MORE OF THE BLOOD OF DAWNWALKER AND TEASES THE FUTURE OF DAWNWALKER SAGA
Rebel Wolves, in collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment, revealed new details for The Blood of Dawnwalker during Summer Game Fest. The dark fantasy open-world action RPG will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on September 3. A teaser also offered a glimpse into the future of the Dawnwalker Saga, suggesting future installments will span different eras and locations.
Betawatch: Early access launch for Camelot Unchained, early access plans for Stars Reach
Camelot Unchained has launched into early access on Steam, while Stars Reach is also heading into early access this summer. The article rounds up various other games in testing phases, including Stormforge's playtest in July and Eterspire's surprise launch. It also provides a comprehensive list of MMOs currently in open or closed testing, detailing their status and development.