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Cotton Reboot! coming to PS5, Switch 2 on October 22
Clear 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 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.
FZ: Formation Z Modernises A Retro Shooter Classic
FZ: 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 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.
Beasts of the Sea, Soaring Through The Skies! Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark Blasts Onto PlayStation®4 and Nintendo® Switch™ This August
Clear 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 29
Clear 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 Switch
Clear 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 29
Clear 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 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.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch update 22.1.0 out now, patch notes
Clear River Games and Tatsujin have announced that Truxton Extreme will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will be available digitally for $24.99, with a Digital Deluxe version for $29.99. Physical editions will range from $39.99 to $49.99, and a Thunder Master Edition will cost $99.99.
Defend Earth In Truxton Extreme On Nintendo Switch 2 | Nintendo Insider
Clear River Games and Tatsujin have announced that Truxton Extreme will be released on the Nintendo Switch. The game will be available digitally for $24.99, with a Digital Deluxe version priced at $29.99. Physical editions will range from $39.99 to $49.99, and a special Thunder Master Edition will cost $99.99.
Defend Earth In Truxton Extreme On Nintendo Switch 2 | Nintendo Insider
Clear River Games and Tatsujin have announced that Truxton Extreme will be released on the Nintendo Switch. The game will be available in several digital and physical editions, with prices ranging from $24.99 for the standard digital version to $99.99 for the Thunder Master Edition.
Classic Shmup 'Truxton' Returns After Nearly 35 Years On Switch 2
The classic shmup series Truxton is returning after a 34-year hiatus with Truxton Extreme, developed by Tatsujin and published by Clear River Games. The game will launch on Nintendo Switch on July 30, 2026, featuring fully 3D visuals while retaining its classic top-down design. Composer Masahiro Yuge returns to score the game, which includes Story, Arcade, and co-op Team Modes.
Shmup 'Truxton Extreme' Release Date Set for July 30 With New Modes and 3D Visuals
Truxton Extreme, a new entry in the shoot 'em up series, is set to launch on July 30, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features series creator Masahiro Yuge, updated 3D visuals, 18 stages, and introduces a narrative element for the first time. Multiple modes are included, such as Story Mode, Arcade Mode, Heart Starter Mode, Team Mode, and Arena Mode, with a Pipiruville side mode.
Truxton Extreme announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, first new entry in almost 40 years
Clear River Games and Tatsujin have announced Truxton Extreme for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, set for release on July 30, 2026. This marks the first new entry in the Truxton series in 38 years, with original mastermind Masahiro Yuge returning for its modern evolution.
Truxton Extreme Returns After 38 Years, Launching July 30, 2026 | Invision Game Community
Clear River Games and Tatsujin have announced that Truxton Extreme will launch on July 30, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC. This marks the first new entry in the shmup series in 38 years, featuring music and design by original creator Masahiro Yuge and a story-driven comic narrative by Junya Inoue.
