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Clear River Games business and news from across the web.- 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.
PS5 Getting Reboot of Hit PS1 Action Game, Out in 2026Clear River Games announced that Cotton Reboot!, a reboot of the 1991 game Cotton: Fantastic Night Dreams, will be released on October 22, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The game features updated visuals and both an HD Reboot mode and the original X68000 mode. This title is part of a reboot series for the classic 'cute 'em up' genre.
Cotton Reboot coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Cotton Reboot High Tension heading to Nintendo Switch in the westCotton Reboot! is launching on Nintendo Switch on October 22, with a physical release planned. Additionally, Cotton Reboot! High Tension, previously released in Japan, will also receive a western release on Nintendo Switch on the same date, featuring enhanced gameplay mechanics and a new story. Both titles are described as 'cute 'em up' games.- A Double Dose of Cute ‘Em Up Action as Cotton Reboot! And Cotton Reboot! High Tension! Return for 2026 ReleasesClear River Games announced that Cotton Reboot! and Cotton Reboot! High Tension! will receive physical and digital releases on October 22, 2026. Both titles will be available on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, with High Tension! also coming to PlayStation 4. These releases aim to bring the classic cute 'em up experience to both new and returning fans.
- Cotton Reboot! High Tension! coming west on October 22Clear River Games announced that the "cute 'em up" game Cotton Reboot! High Tension! will be released in the West on October 22 for PlayStation 5. Further platform details were not immediately available.
Cotton Reboot! coming to Switch 2 and PS5Publisher Clear River Games announced that Cotton Reboot!, a remastered version of Cotton Fantastic Night Dreams, will be released for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on October 22nd. The game features multiple play modes including an Arrange Mode with new graphics and voice acting, a Time Attack mode, the original X68000 version, and an exclusive Nightmare Mode for this edition.
Cotton Reboot! High Tension! coming west this fallPublisher Clear River Games announced that Cotton Reboot! High Tension!, the sequel to Cotton Reboot!, will launch in the west on October 22nd for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. Physical editions will be available for the Switch and PS5 versions. The game is a horizontal shoot 'em up featuring the witch Cotton and her fairy companion Silk, with a unique "Willow Fever" and "Over Tension" mechanic.- Cotton Reboot! coming to PS5, Switch 2 on October 22Clear River Games announced that Cotton Reboot! will be released for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on October 22. This 'cute 'em up' title will be available on both platforms on the specified date.
- Culdcept The First Becomes Playable in the West with New Demo todayClear 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.
FZ: Formation Z Modernises A Retro Shooter ClassicFZ: Formation Z is a modern reimagining of Jaleco's classic arcade shooter, now available on Xbox Series X|S. The game features transformable mech combat, allowing players to switch between robot and flight modes, with a focus on score-chasing and replayability through various modes and an upgrade system.
Nintendo Download: 21st May (North America)The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the eShop, including "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book," "Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition," and "Coffee Talk Tokyo." Other notable releases include "Bubsy 4D," "FZ: Formation Z," and "R-Type Dimensions III," alongside numerous indie titles across various genres.- Mech Shooters Fun Again! FZ: Formation Z Available today Via Digital Download on PC and ConsoleFZ: 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.
- Beasts of the Sea, Soaring Through The Skies! Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark Blasts Onto PlayStation®4 and Nintendo® Switch™ This AugustClear River Games announced that Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark, a collection of six classic Toaplan shoot 'em up titles, will be released on August 29, 2026, for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. The collection includes arcade versions of Flying Shark, Fire Shark, Sky Shark, Hisho Same, and Same! Same! Same!, along with bonus DLC featuring the game Wardner and its variants. A free download of the puzzle game Teki-Paki will also be included with purchases of any Toaplan Arcade Garage game.
- Toaplan Arcade Garage Flying Fire Shark Collection Launches August 29Clear River Games announced the retro shmup collection Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch, launching August 29, 2026. The collection features six arcade titles, including Flying Shark and Fire Shark, with added modes like Super Easy and Challenge Mode, plus M2 Gadgets support. Digital purchasers receive bonus DLC, and owners of other Toaplan Arcade Garage titles get the puzzle game Teki-Paki for free.
Flying Fire Shark: Toaplan Arcade Garage coming to Nintendo SwitchClear River Games and M2 will release Flying Fire Shark: Toaplan Arcade Garage on Nintendo Switch on August 29, 2026. This collection features classic titles from the Toaplan studio's Shark series, including Flying Shark and Fire Shark, with new features and modes like Super Easy Mode and Arcade Challenge. The physical edition will also include additional games and ports from various platforms.- Flying Fire Shark!!!: Toaplan Arcade Garage coming west on August 29Clear River Games will release the M2-developed shoot 'em up collection Flying Shark!!!: Toaplan Arcade Garage in the West on August 29. The collection will be available on PC and other platforms.
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute gets Nintendo Switch release date in the west, physical release, new trailerCuldcept 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 2026Culdcept 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 GamesClear 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.