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Unique PSP Adventure Game Gets PlayStation 5 Remaster
City Connection has announced Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Jong REMASTER, a remaster of a 2009 Japanese adventure game originally released for PlayStation Portable, will launch for PlayStation 5 in Japan in 2027. The game features mahjong battles with serious consequences and includes PSP-exclusive content alongside new remaster enhancements and bonus content.
Cheating Takes Center Stage in Higurashi Jong REMASTER
City Connection has announced Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Jong REMASTER for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, set to launch in Japan in 2027. The game is a Riichi mahjong spin-off featuring cheating mechanics and animated cutscenes, with no English release currently planned.
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute Finally Brings The 1997 Classic West
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute, a 1997 classic originally released in Japan, has finally received its first Western release on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by CITY CONNECTION and published by Clear River Games, this title blends board game strategy with deck-building mechanics, offering over 300 cards and modern conveniences like a Rewind feature.
City Connection unveils TGS 2026 lineup
City Connection has announced its lineup for TGS 2026, which will take place from September 17 to 21. The company will showcase Jalecolle Famicom Ver. Shatterhand and Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted for the Nintendo Switch, alongside Nintendo Switch 2 titles Ninja Baseball League-Man: Bases Loaded and Ninja JaJaMaru: Yokai Night Paradise.
Ninja Jajamaru: Yokai Night Parade announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Clear River Games and City Connection have announced Ninja Jajamaru: Yokai Night Parade for the Nintendo Switch 2. The release timing for the game will be revealed at a later date. This announcement follows previous news about Ninja JaJaMaru collections being brought to the Switch.
Ninja Baseball League-Man: Bases Loaded announced for Nintendo Switch 2 – 1993 game returns with new content and features
City Connection has announced Ninja Baseball League-Man: Bases Loaded for the Nintendo Switch 2, a revival of Irem's 1993 arcade beat 'em up. The game will feature new playable character Pink, an arranged mode, new mini-games, updated music, and HD graphics. It will support up to 4-player cooperative play.
Friends Become Foes in All-New Update for RUSHING BEAT X: Return of Brawl Brothers!
Clear River Games and City Connection have released a new update for RUSHING BEAT X: Return of Brawl Brothers, adding a local Player vs. Player (VS) Mode. This mode allows players to battle each other across six unique stages using any of the game's seven playable characters. The update is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox, and PC.
Culdcept the First Demo Cards Carry Over
A PC demo for Culdcept the First is now available on Steam, allowing players to carry over collected cards to the full game upon its release on July 30, 2026. The demo includes a tutorial and one Battle Mode map, but requires a controller. The full game will also launch on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Culdcept The First Becomes Playable in the West with New Demo today
Clear River Games, in partnership with City Connection and Omiya Soft, has released a playable demo for Culdcept The First, a remake of the 1997 SEGA Saturn title. The demo, available on Steam, allows players to carry over collected cards to the full PC release, which launches on July 30th. The game will also be released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S shortly after.
It’s Swine Time! Blasts from the Past Demands You Move Fast, Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted Arrives in The West Courtesy of Clear River Games!
Clear River Games and City Connection announced that Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted will be released in the West on October 1, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. This bundle features two classic CAVE bullet-hell shooters with refined gameplay and new mechanics.
Muchi Muchi Pork & PinkSweets Boosted announced for Nintendo Switch
City Connection announced that Muchi Muchi Pork & PinkSweets Boosted, a collection of two classic Cave shoot 'em up titles, will be released on Nintendo Switch on October 1, 2026. The collection features multiple versions and game modes for both Muchi Muchi Pork! and PinkSweets: Ibara Sorekara, along with new arranged music and online rankings.
CAVE Interactive shoot ’em up bundle Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted announced for PS5, Switch, and PC
City Connection has announced Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted, a bundle featuring CAVE Interactive's shoot 'em up titles. The collection will be released for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
CAVE shmup bundle Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted announced
City Connection has announced Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted, a bundle featuring two CAVE Interactive shoot 'em up titles, Muchi Muchi Pork! and PinkSweets: Ibara Sorekara. The collection will launch on PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, with physical editions planned for the latter two platforms. It includes various game modes and new arrangements for both titles.
Mech Shooters Fun Again! FZ: Formation Z Available today Via Digital Download on PC and Console
FZ: Formation Z, a classic Japanese shooter updated with new graphics and soundtrack, is now available digitally on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S. Physical versions will ship on June 9, 2026. The game features a transforming Mech that can switch between robot and fighter jet forms, with customization options and a score attack mode.
Review: R-TYPE DX: Music Encore (Switch) - A Pint-Sized Port, Still Curious And Cute
R-Type DX: Music Encore for Nintendo Switch is a port of a Game Boy Color title that combines R-Type and R-Type II with an updated soundtrack by WASi303. The package includes various modes, filters, and a rewind function, though the rewind timer does not pause when the game is paused. Despite some quirks inherited from its original hardware limitations, this audio-polished version offers a unique and enjoyable R-Type experience, particularly in handheld mode.
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute gets Nintendo Switch release date in the west, physical release, new trailer
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute will be released in the West on September 8 for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, with a physical "Cepter Edition" also available. This enhanced version of the 1997 SEGA Saturn original features English subtitles and quality-of-life improvements like Rewind and Quick Save functions.
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute Western Console Release Date Set for September 2026
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute is set to release in the West on September 8, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with a PC release on July 30, 2026. This updated version of the 1997 Sega Saturn original marks its first official English release, featuring board-game mechanics combined with card-based strategy, and includes new features like a rewind system and quick save options.
Sample the Saturn Strategy Sensation as Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute Comes to Console Courtesy of Clear River Games
Clear River Games, in partnership with City Connection and Omiya Soft, announced that Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute will be released in the West for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This enhanced version of the 1997 SEGA Saturn classic features English subtitles and quality-of-life improvements, including a rewind function and quick save/load. The game is a digital board game with deck-building mechanics and will be available in both digital and physical formats.
R-Type DX: Music Encore announced for Nintendo Switch [update: release date]
City Connection has announced R-Type DX: Music Encore for Nintendo Switch, set to launch on April 30, 2026. This title revives the 1999 shoot 'em up R-Type DX, including R-Type and R-Type 2, with a new "Ultimate Challenge" mode featuring a full, stage-specific soundtrack composed by WASi303. The game also includes digitized extras and player-friendly support features.
Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers Review – Goofy Story, Fantastic Combat | COGconnected
Rushing Beat X: Return of the Brawl Brothers is a new beat 'em up game in development for PC and Nintendo Switch, featuring 2-player local co-op. The game aims to capture the spirit of the original Rushing Beat series from the 1990s, with City Connection and Clear River Games handling development.
