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FromSoftware boss Hidetaka Miyazaki teases unannounced games, says the studio should do what it wants as the investor that told Nintendo to charge "99 cents just to get Mario to jump a little higher" fights its parent companyFromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki stated that the studio is satisfied with its current development environment and wishes to continue making the games it wants to create, amidst an ongoing investor dispute involving its owner, Kadokawa. The investor, Oasis Management Company, is pushing for changes in Kadokawa's leadership and strategy, while Miyazaki emphasized the importance of preserving FromSoftware's creative freedom for producing valuable titles, including both announced games like The Duskbloods and unannounced projects.- Hidetaka Miyazaki tells fans to look forward to both announced and unannounced titlesIn a recent interview, Hidetaka Miyazaki, the acclaimed developer behind titles like Dark Souls, Elden Ring, and Bloodborne, encouraged fans to anticipate both currently announced and unannounced projects from Kadokawa. This statement has generated excitement and speculation within the gaming community.
Sgt Frog and Gundam Art and Gunpla Model Kits ConfirmedBandai Namco and Kadokawa Shoten are releasing new merchandise for Sgt Frog and Gundam, including two Gunpla model kits and commemorative art. The Keroro Robo Mk-II Titans color variant model kit will be available on June 26, 2026, with the RG 1/144 RX-178 Gundam Mk-II Keroro color variant coming later. The art pieces feature collaborations between Sgt Frog creator Mine Yoshizaki and Gundam artist Yoshikazu Yasuhiko.
The Duskbloods closed network test coming this summerThe article discusses the potential for FromSoftware to remake some of their older titles, including Otogi, King's Field, and Shadow Tower. It suggests Nintendo could fund a new Tenchu game, noting Kadokawa's ownership of FromSoftware and the IP. The author also mentions Acquire, the original developer of Shinobido, as a relevant studio.
Wasted Chef anime cooks up new teaser trailerThe original anime film Wasted Chef has released its first teaser trailer and announced an accompanying manga adaptation. Written and directed by Takayuki Hirao at studio CLAP, the story follows a young chef's quest in a ruined city. The manga will be published by Kadokawa's Young Ace magazine starting June 4.
Isshiki-san Wants to Know About Love anime reveals 2027 premiere in new teaserThe upcoming anime Isshiki-san Wants to Know About Love has revealed a January 2027 premiere window and a new teaser video. Directed by Kazuya Komai and produced by Sakura Create, the anime is based on Ayune Araragi's manga about a police inspector who develops feelings for her coworker. The main characters Rinna Milford and Meishi Rokutanda will be voiced by Riko Akechi and Shuuichirou Umeda, respectively.
Mushoku Tensei creator responds to Kadokawa blaming isekai for declining profitsThe creator of Mushoku Tensei, Rifujin na Magonote, responded to Kadokawa Corporation's financial report, which blamed the isekai genre for reduced profitability. The author argued that the 'narou' style of writing, characterized by market analysis and quick production, remains a powerful strategy. Kadokawa, a publisher of popular isekai titles, reported a significant contraction in operating profit for the fiscal year ended March 2026.
Opinion: RPG Maker devs hurt the most by Steam tag changesValve's recent changes to Steam's tagging system, which removed engine-specific tags like RPG Maker, are detrimental to developers and fans of games made with these tools. While some tag removals are understandable, eliminating RPG Maker hinders discoverability for niche titles and creative uses of the engine beyond traditional JRPGs. Despite a workaround via SteamDB, the change negatively impacts enthusiasts seeking to find games made with specific development tools.
Elden Ring And The Duskbloods Still "Expected" To Release On Switch 2 In 2026Kadokawa's latest earnings report indicates that FromSoftware's Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods are still expected to release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. This update aligns with previous reports, with Kadokawa aiming to expand the global fanbase for these titles.
We haven't heard anything for months about The Duskbloods and Elden Ring coming to Switch 2, but FromSoftware's owner insists they're still coming out this yearFromSoftware's owner Kadokawa has confirmed that both the new IP 'The Duskbloods' and 'Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition' are still slated for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. 'The Duskbloods' will feature up to eight players and has not shown gameplay beyond its initial trailer, while 'Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition' will include the base game and its 'Shadow of the Erdtree' DLC.
Kadokawa reconfirms that Duskbloods and Elden Ring are still releasing 2026 on Switch 2Kadokawa Corporation has confirmed that Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition and the new game The Duskbloods are still slated for a 2026 release on the Nintendo Switch 2. FromSoftware announced both titles during a recent Nintendo Direct, with The Duskbloods being a multiplayer exclusive for the platform.
Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 Games Still Set for 2026Kadokawa's fiscal year report indicates that The Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition are still slated for release in 2026 on the Nintendo Switch 2. While not a definitive confirmation, the report also mentions Danganronpa 2 x 2 for a 2026 release across multiple platforms. Specific release dates for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods have not yet been announced.- Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 Games Still Set for 2026Kadokawa's fiscal year earnings report indicates that both the new game The Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition are still slated for a 2026 release on the Nintendo Switch 2. While not a definitive confirmation, the report also mentions Spike Chunsoft's Danganronpa 2 x 2 for a 2026 release across multiple platforms. Specific release dates for The Duskbloods and Elden Ring Tarnished Edition have not yet been announced.
"FromSoftware is making steady progress" amid push "to develop IP in games" and film, says owner Kadokawa as Elden Ring movie loomsFromSoftware's parent company, Kadokawa, is focusing on developing its intellectual property for both games and film adaptations, including an Elden Ring movie in production with A24. Despite anticipating a profit drop in 2026 due to Elden Ring DLC, Kadokawa aims to expand FromSoftware's global fanbase and revamp its business model through media mix development, with projects like a Sekiro anime and a Bloodborne animated movie also in the works.
They can never compete with Elden Ring, but FromSoftware owner says Nightreign "performed strongly" and The…Kadokawa Corporation, the parent company of FromSoftware, has confirmed that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, is still slated for a 2026 release. While Elden Ring Nightreign and its DLC performed strongly, overall sales declined from the previous year. The company expects sales to increase with future releases like Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods.
Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Orchestra Concert AnnouncedKadokawa announced a Danganronpa 15th anniversary orchestra concert titled "Melodies of Hope and Despair" to be held in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan, on August 11, 2026. The event will feature performances by the Heartbeat Symphony group, conductor Kento Takeuchi, voice actress Megumi Ogata, and composer Masafumi Takada, with voice-only announcements by Hiro Shimono and Kana Hanazawa. Ticket lotteries are open until May 24, 2026, with various pricing tiers and special provisions for students.
Sekiro: No Defeat premieres September 4 in JapanThe anime adaptation of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, will premiere in Japan on September 4 for a three-week theatrical run. Kadokawa Corporation, Crunchyroll, Qzil.la, and ARCH announced the premiere and revealed the main visual. The anime will stream globally on Crunchyroll, excluding certain regions.- A Certain Scientific Mental Out Chapter 35 Part 2 Now Free for Limited TimePart 2 of chapter 35 of the A Certain Scientific Mental Out manga is now available for free in Japanese for a limited time on Comic Walker. The series focuses on Misaki Shokuhou, a Level 5 Esper in Academy City, and is a spinoff of A Certain Magical Index. The manga's fifth volume is also out, while the A Certain Scientific Railgun manga has concluded and a fourth season of Railgun is in development.
- Silent Hill f Manga Adaptation Set to Begin April 22, 2026The manga adaptation of Silent Hill f is set to launch on April 22, 2026, in Young Ace UP magazine. The adaptation will feature a new ending written by the game's original scenario writer, Ryukishi07, with artwork by Gokin Ame. Silent Hill f is a psychological horror game set in 1960s rural Japan, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
- Fate/Samurai Remnant Manga Volume 1 Cover Illustration RevealedType-Moon and Kadokawa have revealed the cover art for the first volume of the Fate/Samurai Remnant manga adaptation, set for release in Japan on April 24, 2026. The illustration, created by @mugetsu_illust, depicts Saber and marks the beginning of the Waxing Moon Ritual narrative.