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Drakong has dropped a series of Attack on Titan controller blind boxes for those of you who love dopamine hits as much…
Hyperkin's Drakong brand has released PixelByte Attack on Titan Blind Box controllers, featuring mini, fully working gamepads inspired by characters from the anime. Each $24.99 blind box contains one of seven collectible controllers with chibi character keychains. These wireless controllers include a D-pad, ABXY buttons, shoulder buttons, and a Turbo function, with a battery life of up to 12 hours. They can also be used in 'Productivity mode' for tasks like phone photography or presentation control.
Demon Meliodas swap goes live at MARBLEX as Seven Deadly Sins NFT Adventure shifts to staking
MARBLEX has enabled a swap for the Demon Meliodas NFT in Seven Deadly Sins NFT Adventure, allowing players to exchange a Demon Mark and 140 MBX for the collectible. This NFT offers a lifetime mining allocation of 200 MBX, which can be upgraded to 900 MBX. The swap is part of Season 2, which launched on Immutable under Kodansha's Seven Deadly Sins license.
Demon Meliodas Staking Goes Live as MARBLEX Kicks Off NFT Adventure Season 2 on July 30
MARBLEX is launching NFT Adventure Season 2 on July 30, featuring a Demon Meliodas NFT with staking capabilities to mine $MBX tokens. This season is based on the popular manga series The Seven Deadly Sins, secured through a licensing agreement with Kodansha. The event includes swap and claim pools, alongside a new staking service, continuing MARBLEX's strategy of integrating established IPs into its blockchain gaming ecosystem.
Wabisabi SushiDerby lets you train sushi, dodge chopsticks, and race for culinary glory
Wabisabi SushiDerby, a unique racing simulation game developed by ITAMAE STUDIO and published by Kodansha, has launched today for Nintendo Switch and PC. The game allows players to train and race sushi creations, dodging chopsticks and rival ingredients while managing their culinary competitors.
WABISABI SUSHIDERBY HITS THE GROUND RUNNING TODAY FOR NINTENDO SWITCH AND STEAM
Wabisabi SushiDerby, a racing simulation game developed by ITAMAE Studio and published by Kodansha Ltd., has been released today for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. Players create and train sushi racers with various toppings to compete in derby races. The game is available for $4.99 with a 10% launch discount running until July 28, 2026.
Anime Expo 2026 Announcements for Gamer Girls, Otome Fans, and Shoujo/Josei Readers
Anime Expo 2026 revealed numerous titles targeting otome, visual novel, shoujo, josei, yuri, and BL fans. Aksys Games showcased new otome titles like OVER REQUIEMZ and Olympia Soirée -Catharsis-, while Crunchyroll announced anime adaptations for Dengeki Daisy, Magic Knight Rayearth, Here U Are, and The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All. Publishers like Kodansha, Square Enix, Seven Seas, Yen Press, and Ize Press also announced a wide array of manga and light novel licenses across these genres, many slated for release in 2027.
There's a new anime series on the way, but I can't stop thinking about these Ghost in the Shell edition…
Gaming keyboard brand IQUNIX has collaborated with Kodansha to release two Ghost in the Shell Edition keyboards. These $249.99 60% layout boards feature themed keycaps, Hall-effect switches, and aluminum chassis, aiming to blend tactical precision with cyberpunk aesthetics. The article also mentions the upcoming Ghost in the Shell anime series and the author's personal interest in gaming hardware.
and Roger Switch 2 review – short and bittersweet
The indie visual novel 'and Roger,' originally released in 2025, has now launched on Nintendo Switch 2 and mobile platforms. This award-winning game uses a series of symbolic minigames interspersed with short dialogue sequences to convey its narrative about a young girl named Sofia. Despite its short runtime and lack of replay value, the game is praised for its subtle storytelling, emotional impact, and low price point, making it a highly recommended interactive experience.
New Cardcaptor Sakura Mobile Game Appears Next Week
KaraQ and Kodansha are releasing a new mobile diorama game, Cardcaptor Sakura: The Key of Memories, in Japan on June 25, 2026, for iOS and Android devices. Players can collect Sakura Kinomoto miniatures with over 100 outfits and decorate custom room dioramas, with other franchise characters also set to appear. Pre-registrations are open, with over 90,000 sign-ups already recorded.
and Roger Review
The visual novel 'and Roger' by Tearyhand Studio and published by Kodansha is praised as a triumph of its genre, featuring a compelling story, dynamic audio-visual effects, and interactive gameplay. The review highlights its stunning hand-drawn art direction, exceptional sound design, and emotional narrative, recommending players experience it blind to fully appreciate its impact. The game is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android, with a Switch 2 version also noted.
Ghost in the Shell anime reveals ending theme in latest trailer
A new trailer for the upcoming Ghost in the Shell anime reveals the ending theme "Blue" by MILLENNIUM PARADE, featuring Saya Gray and Daniel Caesar. The series, produced by Science SARU and based on Masamune Shirow's manga, aims to capture the original tone. It is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on July 7th.
5 of the best soccer anime shows to help kick off the World Cup in style
This article lists five of the best soccer anime shows to watch, including Captain Tsubasa, Blue Lock, Giant Killing, Inazuma Eleven, and Aoashi. These series cover various aspects of the sport, from inspirational journeys to intense rivalries and even supernatural abilities, catering to fans looking for football-themed animation.
Sweet Hamster Days Dating Sim Demo Appears on Steam
Kodansha has released a demo for the dating sim Sweet Hamster Days on PC via Steam, with the full release scheduled for July 2026 on Steam and Epic Games Store. The game features players as a reincarnated hamster raised by the Shiratori sisters, with gameplay focused on exploring the house and reconciling the sisters. An English trailer is available, though it features Japanese voiceovers with auto-dubbing.
New The Ghost in the Shell Anime Trailer Teases July Debut
The new The Ghost in the Shell anime adaptation, based on the classic manga, will premiere on July 7, 2026. A new trailer and key art were released, teasing the debut of Major Motoko Kusanagi and other characters. The series will have its global debut at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in June 2026.
Winners of the 2026 50th Kodansha Manga Awards
Kodansha has announced the winners of its 50th annual Manga Awards, recognizing excellence in shounen, shoujo, and general manga categories. GACHIAKUTA by Kei Urana and Hideyoshi Ando won Best Shounen Manga, Re-Living My Life with a Boyfriend Who Doesn’t Remember Me by Eiko Mutsuhana, Yugiri Aika, and Gin Shirakawa won Best Shoujo Manga, and Shun Umezawa's work won Best General Manga. Winners receive a certificate, statuette, and monetary prizes.
The Witch Hat Atelier Anime Adaptation Matches the Manga’s Highs and Lows
The anime adaptation of Witch Hat Atelier successfully captures the manga's blend of cozy magic and serious, traumatic events. The series balances moments of hope and wonder with darker themes like accidental harm and memory erasure, mirroring the source material's tone and pacing. This careful balance makes the anime feel true to the life of a young witch entering the magical world, for better and for worse.
New The Quintessential Quintuplets Anime and Manga in the Works
Kodansha has announced two new anime projects and a manga based on The Quintessential Quintuplets: The Four Seasons light novel. The new content will continue the story of Futaro Uesugi and his relationships with the Nakano sisters. Release windows and details for an OVA are currently unknown, but the original manga and previous anime adaptations are available worldwide.
Sushi Racing and Hamster Romance: Kodansha's Unhinged Summer 2026 Lineup | HappyGamer
Kodansha Game Creators’ Lab has announced its Summer 2026 lineup, featuring four distinct indie titles: Wabisabi SushiDerby, Mythmon: Mythic Monsters, TrailRail, and Sweet Hamster Days. These games, developed by various studios, are set to launch in Q3 2026 on Steam and Nintendo Switch, showcasing a commitment to diverse and unconventional game concepts.
Kodansha Game Creators’ Lab Announces Four Titles Launching in Q3 2026
Kodansha Game Creators’ Lab has announced four new titles set to launch in Q3 2026 for PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch. The upcoming games include the racing simulation Wabisabi SushiDerby, the monster-taming auto-battler Mythmon: Mythic Monsters, the physics-based puzzle platformer TrailRail, and the romance simulation Sweet Hamster Days.
Sushi racing game Wabisabi SushiDerby launches in July
Publisher Kodansha and developer ITAMAE STUDIO announced that their sushi racing game, Wabisabi SushiDerby, will launch on Windows PC via Steam on July 15th. The game features players crafting and training sushi to compete in races, with the ultimate goal of winning the S1 Cup championship.
